Peru · Archaeology

14-Hour Machu Picchu Tour from Cusco with Guided Citadel Visit

14 Hours Round trip from 08680 Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore the historic Incan citadel of Machu Picchu high in the Andes Mountains
02 Enjoy a fully guided visit through the Machu Picchu archaeological site
03 Take postcard-worthy photos from a fascinating viewpoint over the ruins
04 Travel by train from Poroy and continue by bus to Machu Picchu park

Explore the wonderful and historic site of Machu Picchu, an Incan citadel set high in the Andes Mountains of Peru above the Urubamba River valley. Built in the 15th century and later abandoned, it is renowned for its sophisticated dry-stone walls that fuse huge blocks without mortar, intriguing buildings aligned with astronomical events, and panoramic views. Its exact former use remains a mystery to this day.

Explore the wonderful and historic site of Machu Picchu, an Incan citadel set high in the Andes Mountains of Peru above the Urubamba River valley.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 14 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Cusco, Machu Picchu

Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Full-Day Journey to Machu Picchu

At 05:50 am, pick-up from your hotel and transfer to Poroy train station near Cusco.
At 06:40 am, departure by train.
At 09:50 am, arrival in Machu Picchu town.
At 10:00 am, take the bus to Machu Picchu park.
At 10:30 am, arrive at Machu Picchu park for a fully guided tour. Enjoy a fascinating viewpoint for postcard pictures of the ruins, and your tour guide will stay close to assist you with anything you may need while showing you around the Inca site.
At 13:45 pm, take the bus down to the town.
At 14:15 pm, have lunch.
At 15:20 pm, return to Poroy by train.
At 19:20 pm, arrive at Poroy train station and transfer to your hotel in Cusco.