Peru · Archaeology

Machu Picchu full day tour train from Ollantaytambo

14 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in Cusco. Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Full-day trip to Machu Picchu from Cusco via Ollantaytambo
  • 02 Scenic train journey through the Sacred Valley of the Incas
  • 03 Guided tour of Machu Picchu Historic Sanctuary
  • 04 Free time to explore and take photos at the citadel
  • 05 Round-trip bus between Aguas Calientes and the Machu Picchu entrance
  • 06 Travel with included transfers between Cusco and Ollantaytambo

Discover one of the world’s most iconic archaeological sites on this full-day journey to Machu Picchu from Cusco via Ollantaytambo. Travel through the Sacred Valley of the Incas by bus and train, then arrive at the historic sanctuary surrounded by dramatic green mountains and unforgettable Andean scenery.

Once at Machu Picchu, enjoy a guided visit to learn about the Incan Empire, the citadel’s remarkable stonework, and the history of this UNESCO Historical and Cultural Heritage site. You’ll also have free time to take photos, explore at your own pace, and soak up the atmosphere of this extraordinary place before returning to Cusco.

Once at Machu Picchu, enjoy a guided visit to learn about the Incan Empire, the citadel’s remarkable stonework, and the history of this UNESCO Historical and Cultural Heritage site.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 14 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Cusco, Machu Picchu, Ollantaytambo
Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Cusco - Ollantaytambo

Very early in the morning, a touristic bus will pick you up from the hotel located in the city of Cusco to go towards the train station of Ollantaytambo in the heart of the Sacred Valley of the Incas.

Ollantaytambo - Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu

From this point, you will take the train to the town of Aguas Calientes, in a journey of 1 hour and a half. During the way, you will enjoy amazing mountains landscapes. Upon arrival, you will take a bus to the entrance of Machu Picchu Citadel, and have free time to walk around this amazing archeological site.

Machu Picchu

Machu Picchu was declared as a UNESCO Historical and Cultural Heritage in 1981. This impressive Inca citadel was built under the domains of Inca Pachacutec during the fifteenth century when he started the expansion of the Incan Empire, known as Tahuantinsuyo.

At the agreed time, you will meet our professional guide at the entrance of the Inca site, to start the guided tour to Machu Picchu Historic Sanctuary. Explore the Lost City of the Incas, for 2 hours and a half, learning about this ancient civilization and admiring beautiful landscapes.

The citadel has been built with huge stones which fit together in a perfect way, and it creates a spectacular landscape. Visiting Machu Picchu you will walk through their streets, avenues, as well as places that were used for agriculture and religious rites. Without a doubt, the Inca civilization had a special skill for constructions, and they used to respect the environment all the time.

The tour to Machu Picchu continues with the free time to take beautiful photos and walk throughout this fantastic place by your own. If you want, you can climb the Huayna Picchu mountain (optional) with the best panoramic views. Also, you have the option to take the bus back to Aguas Calientes town to have lunch (optional). There are many options of traditional lunch at town.

We highly recommended this day tour from Cusco because is going to be the best trip of your life. The Inca trail to Machu Picchu is another fantastic option to get this amazing site.

Machu Picchu - Aguas Calientes

Then, you’ll have time to take beautiful pictures, and walk throughout this fantastic place, or you have the option to back to the town of Aguas Calientes to have lunch (optional). There are many options of traditional lunch in the town.

Aguas Calientes - Ollantaytambo

At agreed time, you should be at the train station of Aguas Calientes to board the train back to Ollantaytambo train station.

Ollantaytambo - Cusco

Upon arrival, a touristic bus will transfer you to the city of Cusco, and drop you off at the hotel.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Pickup service provided in Cusco. 3 cities · 14 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Round Trip Transfer Cusco / Ollantaytambo / Cusco
  • Round Trip Train Ticket to/from Aguas Calientes
  • Bus Up / Down The Citadel
  • Hotel Pickup

What's Not Included

  • Huayna Picchu ticket entrance
  • Hotel drop-off

Know before you go

  • INFANTS MUST SIT ON LAPS
  • PASSPORT REQUIRED
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • No public transportation nearby
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Not recommended for people with heart conditions
  • The guided tour of Machu Picchu lasts around 2 Hrs. 
  • Trains time varies depending on their availability and season.
  • Train service allows to bring one personal bag no more than 5 Kilos.
  • We recommend a good altitude acclimatization before start any activity.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Pickup service provided in Cusco.
Tour start
Pickup service provided in Cusco.
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 14 hours finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in Cusco..

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