Excursion: Full Day Tour of Machu Picchu from Cusco
Description
You will enjoy an unforgettable visit to the Historical Sanctuary of Machu Picchu, an authentic Wonder of the World, located 2,430 m above sea level, in the middle of a tropical forest and in an environment of extraordinary beauty. It was probably the most surprising urban creation of the Inca Empire at its height, its gigantic walls, terraces and ramps seem to have been carved naturally into the continuous rocky escarpments. The natural environment, on the eastern slopes of the Andes, encompasses the upper Amazon basin with its rich diversity of flora and fauna. This is an unforgettable round-trip experience from your hotel to the towering mountains surrounding the site of Machu Picchu.
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Itinerary
This great adventure begins with the pick-up at the time previously coordinated by our team, at the hotel or meeting point, to go for around 1.30 hours through the wonderful Sacred Valley, until we reach the train station, it is necessary to keep in mind Keep in mind that we must arrive before the time indicated on the train ticket, to board without difficulties.
You will take the train at the Ollantaytambo station heading to the Aguas Calientes station, during the journey you will be able to admire the beautiful landscape that the Andes mountain range offers us, the tranquility and the beautiful views will accompany you all the way.
Upon arriving at the Aguas Calientes station, the certified guide will be waiting to help you and direct you to the bus that will take you to the main entrance of the citadel. It is at that moment where the long-awaited guided tour of Machu Picchu, wonder of the world, begins. . The guide will take you on a magical tour of approximately 2.30 hours, full of mysticism, history and wonderful photographic postcards that the spectacular Inca city gives us, you will have the opportunity to learn about the enigmas that this wonderful city keeps, as well as the importance it has even the present day. At the end of your tour, you will have free time to have lunch in one of the typical restaurants, at the time previously indicated by the driver, you must be ready at the train station to board the train to Ollantaytambo station.
Upon arriving at the train station in Ollantaytambo, a tourist transportation will wait for you to take you back to your hotel or meeting point in the center of Cusco, thus ending a day full of great adventures, beautiful experiences and great learnings.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Hotels and establishments located in the center of Cusco. Type the hotel name, or complete address in the search bar.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- It is a good idea to bring the following:
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- Comfortable clothing for the activity
- Sun protection cream
- Waterproof jacket or rain poncho
- Some cash just in case
- Sun hat
- Water
- Snacks
- Camera
- Hotel Information
- Hotel pick-up times depend on the confirmed train schedule (depending on availability) and will be informed in the information session.
- It is an essential requirement to confirm entry to Machu Picchu, to indicate the identity document details of each participant. If these details are not indicated, we cannot secure the entry ticket to Machu Picchu.
- If you do not have availability on the traditional route (circuit 1 and 2), you can choose to visit an alternative route (route 3, 4 or 5, depending on availability), depending on the option you choose when booking.
Reviews(141)
A totally great experience that everyone traveling in Peru should do. Everything worked out perfectly. From the pickup at the hotel early in the morning, the transport by bus and train was very well organized. Our guide Lenin Ttupa was wonderful. He told us a lot, knew a lot, and guided us perfectly through Circuit 2. Always trying to be at the photo hotspots before everyone else. We can only recommend him. It doesn't get any better 🙂
An unforgettable day in Machu Picchu with Lenin Our visit to Machu Picchu was a very special and unforgettable experience – and our guide, Lenin Ttupa, played a big part in that. Lenin is not only a very likable and warm person, but also an incredibly competent guide. He provided us with a great deal of interesting information about Machu Picchu, the history of the Incas, their culture, and the significance of this special place. He explained everything so vividly and clearly that you didn't just visit Machu Picchu, but truly learned a lot about this fascinating place. We also found it especially nice that Lenin took plenty of time for us. He answered our questions, looked out for us, and also took many beautiful photos and videos of us. We felt very comfortable and well looked after throughout the entire tour. His positive, warm manner and his vast knowledge made this already extraordinary place even more special for us. Thank you very much, Lenin, for your time, your warmth, your knowledge, and all the many pieces of information. This day at Machu Picchu will remain in our memories for a very long time. We can wholeheartedly recommend Lenin as a guide and would take a tour with him again anytime! Silvia, Anna & Luca
Lenin was a great tour guide. Very informative tour. And all the transfers are on time. Will recommend it to my friends! Thank you Lenin! :)
We had an amazing tour with the guide @Lenin Ttupa. We had a lot of fun with our small, mixed group. Lenin took great care of us and our well-being. He took fantastic photos and videos of us and gave us a lot of interesting information about the Machu Pitccu and the Incas. It wasn't cheap, but the tours were in small groups and, because of the time slots, the cultural heritage site wasn't overcrowded. We thoroughly enjoyed it.
They were a bit late picking us up in the morning, but Elizabeth from the Peru Andes Top was very attentive at all times, our guide Lenin Ttupa was excellent, he accompanied us from the moment we arrived at the Aguas Calientes station, he always kept pace with us, took countless photos, explained the history of Machu Picchu very well, and gave us great recommendations for places to eat in Cusco.
Organization as promised. Our guide in Machu Picchu, Lenin, was great! Very dynamic, with a lot of knowledge, making the visit very special. 100% recommendable.
It was an excellent activity, very organized, and above all, Lenin was an excellent guide. He was very friendly, patient, and very informative. Thank you, Lenin, for your help.
Lenin was very kind, helpful, knowledgeable, and thoughtful. He was a great tour guide! My husband and I greatly recommend him!!!
Experience 10, our guide Lenin took us through the tour at a perfect pace, explaining every detail of the history and curiosities. We would definitely do it again.
I took the tour from Cuzco to Machu Picchu, and it was an unforgettable experience. Our guide, Yeycop, made the entire journey very interesting and full of fascinating details. In addition to the historical and cultural information, he was able to convey the most mystical and special side of this unique place. The energy felt in Machu Picchu is hard to describe, and thanks to Yeycop's explanations and enthusiasm, the visit became an even more enriching and fun experience. Without a doubt, it was one of the highlights of our trip. As the only aspect that could be improved, I would point out the condition of some roads on the way to the train station, as the journey can be somewhat uncomfortable. However, once you arrive at Machu Picchu, everything is worth it. I recommend this tour 100% for those who want to discover the magic of Machu Picchu in a close, interesting, and memorable way. Yeycop was the best; we are very happy to have had him as our guide.
