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Tour to Machu Picchu with a Expedition tourist train Full Day

Tour to Machu Picchu with a Expedition tourist train, Cusco, PERU
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Duration

1 Day

Cancellation

No Cancellation

Group Size

12 people

Languages

English, Espanol, Português

Overview

Tour to Machu Picchu  1 Day

4 hours Tour to Machu Picchu with a Expedition tourist train ride approx into this spectacular land of the Incas, amazing views of valleys, Inca farming terraces, snow capped mountains, and sub-tropical jungle near the low Jungle. Aguas Calientes is set in 2,000 mts, then a shuttle bus will transport you to the top 2,400 mts back into the fantastic history to this magic place, sacred and mysterious town without name known as Machu-Picchu.

Train: Expedition tourist train

If you are looking for an adventure on your way to Machu Picchu at an unbeatable price, on a train with all the onboard comforts you could ask for, the PeruRail Expedition train has just what you need

The train cars of the PeruRail Expedition train are steeped in the designs of Incan culture, making them the perfect way to start your trip to the Machu Picchu citadel. The PeruRail Expedition gives you the chance to take in the unbelievable scenery and take incredible panoramic pictures of a journey unlike any other.

IMPORTANT TO BRING :

Original passport
Original ISIC student card if applicable

We recommend that you bring:  

A good-quality (and small) daypack. Maximum allowed in Machu Picchu is 25 liters, but the smaller the better
Long-sleeved shirts to prevent sunburn
Sun protection (sunscreen/sun hat/sunglasses)
Rainwear or poncho for the rainy season (December to April). Please note that it can still rain during the dry season
Fleece
Camera with extra batteries
Extra money for drinks and tips, souvenirs
Toiletries / toilet paper / small towel
Optional: Personal medical kit. Disinfectant, aspirin, stomach tablets, medicine to avoid altitude sickness, etc
Optional: Bathing suit for hot springs in Aguas Calientes

Summary: Tour to Machu Picchu with Expedition tourist train in 1 Day

At 6:45 am pick up and transfer from your hotel to Poroy Train Station. (Train leaves at 8:05 am)
The PeruRail Expedition train ride consists of spectacular views in the Sacred Valley of the Incas, Inca farming terraces, snow capped mountains, and sub-tropical jungle near the low Jungle.
At 11:30 am, your guide will meet you at the train station, you will have a few minutes to get some lunch if you like and then a shuttle will take you from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu taking 30 minutes
At 12:30 pm you will enter Machu Picchu for the second session, and have a guided tour of 2 hours of Machu Picchu “The Old Sacred Mountain” and then you have some free time for taking photos, exploring the citadel
At any time with your guide, you can take the shuttle bus back to Machu Picchu Pueblo (Aguas Calientes)
At 6:40 pm, return by PeruRail Expedition train to Ollantaytambo and then private van to Cusco. Arriving at your hotel in Cusco approximately at around 10:30 pm

Highlights

  • Embark on Expedition tourist train to Machu Picchu Pueblo (Aguas Calientes)
  • Explore and visit the Inca site of Machu Picchu with a private tour guide and learn about the history of the Incas
  • Take your time exploring the majestic Machu Picchu and snapping photos

What you will do

08:00 - Tour to Machu Picchu with a Expedition tourist train 1 Day

Transfer from your hotel in Cusco at 6:45 am. Then, we go by our private transport to Poroy-Cusco Train Station, to take the train at 7:35 am.

In the rainy season, January through April, the Expedition tourist train does not leave from Poroy. We pick you up at 4:30 am from your hotel in Cusco to transfer to the Ollantaytambo Train Station for the 7:40 am Expedition tourist train. If you are staying in Ollantaytambo we will pick you up 6:40 am – 6:50 am.

Experience this 4 hour Expedition tourist train ride into this spectacular land of the Incas, with spectacular landscapes by traveling through the alpine meadows nestled amongst the green and white peaks, the intricately formed valleys, layers of handmade Inca farming terraces, ridged snow-capped mountains and see the change of ecological floors from the Andes to the sub-tropical jungle near the Amazon. See the Veronica snow capped mountain on the right side, and the famous Inca Trail trek starting point on the left side. From Ollantaytambo, the sacred Vilcanota River will be our companion until arrival at Aguas Calientes (2,040 mt.) well known as Machu Picchu Pueblo.

Our tour guide will meet you at the train station at 11:30 am and then, you will have just a few minutes to get a sandwich or snack before transported on the shuttle bus to Machu Picchu Citadel (2,400mt/7,874ft) for 25 minutes. (Bring your original passport), when you arrive at the main entrance of the Machu Picchu ruin. Our guide will take you to the best “viewpoint” to take the classic or panoramic photo of Machu Picchu and witness the views, following the ancient and remote steps of the Incas.

After the photo session, you will have 2-hour of guided tour of the architecture and history of Machu Picchu “The Old Sacred Mountain”. On your tour, your guide will show you all the most important places. You will see the Temple of the Sun, Temple of the Condor, Temple of Three Windows, Sun Dial, Quarry, the House of the Inca, the urban areas, agricultural terraces and many different types of architecture, and then you have some free time for photos.

It is recommended to use the bus ticket down to Machu Picchu Pueblo (Aguas Caliente) at least one hour before the train departs at 18:40 pm.

Returning to Machu Picchu Pueblo (Aguas Calientes), you will catch the early evening Expedition tourist train 18:40 pm train to Poroy, and then private transport to Cusco arriving at your hotel in Cusco approximately by 10:30 pm.

We recommend that you bring: Tour to Machu Picchu with a Expedition tourist train 1 Day

Original passport
Original ISIC student card if applicable
A good-quality (and small) daypack. Maximum allowed in Machu Picchu is 25 liters, but the smaller the better
Long-sleeved shirts to prevent sunburn
Sun protection (sunscreen/sun hat/sunglasses)
Rainwear or poncho for the rainy season (December to April). Please note that it can still rain during the dry season
Fleece
Camera with extra batteries
Extra money for drinks and tips, souvenirs
Toiletries / toilet paper / small towel
Optional: Personal medical kit. Disinfectant, aspirin, stomach tablets, medicine to avoid altitude sickness, etc
Optional: Bathing suit for hot springs in Aguas Calientes

Included/Excluded

  • Transfer at 05:45 am from your hotels to Poroy or Ollanta Train Station
  • Expedition tourist train ticket from Poroy / Ollanta to Aguas Calientes
  • Bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu-picchu ( 30 minutes )
  • Admission ticket for Machu-picchu sanctuary
  • Guided tour in English 2 hours approximately (2.5 hrs free time to explore in your own)
  • Small group 6-14 person, experienced tour guide.
  • Bus from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes
  • Expedition tourist train ticket return to Cusco/Ollanta and Private bus to Cusco
  • Transfer from station to your hotel.
  • Lunch drinks or snacks
  • Lunch at the Hotel Sanctuary near Machupicchu US$ 45.00 p/person (Bring snacks or packed lunch)
  • Additional Services
  • Insurance

Languages

English
Espanol
Português

Activity's Location

Tour to Machu Picchu with a Expedition tourist train, Cusco, PERU

FAQs

About the Expedition train ?
The train cars of the PeruRail Expedition train are steeped in the designs of Incan culture, making them the perfect way to start your trip to the Machu Picchu citadel. The PeruRail Expedition gives you the chance to take in the unbelievable scenery and take incredible panoramic pictures of a journey unlike any other.
When and where does the tour start?
IN CUSCO CITY:
At 6:45 am pick up and transfer from your hotel to Poroy Train Station. (Train leaves at 7:55 am)
When and where does the tour end?
END IN CUSCO CITY
At 6:40 pm, return by Expedition train to Ollantaytambo and then private van to Cusco. Arriving at your hotel in Cusco approximately at around 10:30 pm
Do you arrange airport transfers?
Airport transfers are not included in the price of this tour, however you can book for an arrival transfer in advance. In this case a tour operator representative will be at the airport to greet you. To arrange this please contact our customer service team once you have a confirmed booking.
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