Full Day Machu Picchu Tour
Altitude
2,430 m.s.n.m.
Language
English - Espanish
Difficulty
easy
Transport
private
Description
Experience the legendary Machu Picchu in a one-day adventure that takes you to one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.
Itinerary
- 04:00 AM: Early morning pick-up and transfer to Ollantaytambo Train Station. (Distance: 70 km / 1.5 hours)
- 06:00 AM: Train journey to Aguas Calientes. (Distance: 43 km / 1.5 hours)
- 08:00 AM: Shuttle bus to Machu Picchu (2,430 m / 7,972 ft).
- 08:30 AM: Guided tour of the citadel (2.5 hours).
- 11:30 AM: Free time to explore.
- 01:00 PM: Lunch in Aguas Calientes.
- 03:30 PM: Train back to Ollantaytambo.
- 06:00 PM: Arrival in Cusco
Includes
✅ Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Cusco
✅ Round-trip train tickets (Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes)
✅ Round-trip bus tickets (Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu)
✅ Entrance ticket to Machu Picchu
✅ Professional English/Spanish-speaking tour guide
✅ Guided tour of Machu Picchu (2.5 hours)
✅ Free time for exploration
✅ Lunch in Aguas Calientes
Not Include
❌ Breakfast and dinner
❌ Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain entrance tickets (optional)
❌ Travel insurance
❌ Extra personal expenses
❌ Tips for guide and driver
Recommendations
Recommendations:
✔️ Book in advance – Machu Picchu tickets sell out quickly.
✔️ Wear comfortable hiking shoes – Uneven terrain and stairs.
✔️ Bring sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses – The sun can be intense.
✔️ Pack a rain jacket – The weather can change unexpectedly.
✔️ Carry your passport – Required for entry to Machu Picchu.
✔️ Start hydrating the day before – Helps with altitude adaptation.
Frequently Asked Questions
📝 The full-day tour lasts approximately 14 hours, including transport and exploration time.
📝 Yes! Tickets sell out quickly, so booking weeks or months in advance is recommended.
📝 Not included, but you can request it for an additional cost, subject to availability.
📝 Comfortable clothes, sunscreen, a hat, water, a rain jacket, and your passport.
📝 Yes, it’s suitable for all ages as it involves light walking and no extreme hiking.
