FULL DAY MACHU PICCHU PRIVATE TOUR
Language
English or Spanish Tour
Altitude
3,600 m.s.n.m.
Transportation
Car, Train
Difficulty
Easy
Itinerary
Full Day Machu Picchu
Morning
- 5:30 am – Your guide will pick you up from your hotel and take you to the station in the town of Ollantaytambo.
- 8:00 am – Board the train for a scenic journey of approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes along the Urubamba River.
- 10:00 am – Arrive in Aguas Calientes and take the bus to the citadel of Machu Picchu.
- 10:45 am – Enter and begin your private guided tour of the Inca Citadel, exploring its most remarkable sites.
Afternoon
- 3:00 pm – Return to Aguas Calientes town and enjoy free time for lunch.
- 4:00 pm – Enter the train station for your return journey to Ollantaytambo.
- Upon arrival, your transport will be waiting to take you back to your hotel in Cusco.
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OPTIONAL WALK TO MACHU PICCHU
- If you are interested, we can organize a hike for you (as long as permits are available for your specific date) to Huayna Picchu Mountain or Machu Picchu Mountain.
- These walks take approximately 3 to 4 hours to complete, but if this is the case, we will have to start the trip earlier in Cusco around 3:00 a.m. or 4:00 a.m. because the permits are only for morning walks.
Include
- A professional English-speaking guide will accompany you.
- Private transportation will take you to your destination.
- You will receive a round-trip train ticket on the Vistadome or Expedition train (Peru Rail).
- Your entrance fee to Machu Picchu is included.
- A round-trip shuttle bus from Aguas Calientes will transport you to the citadel.
Not Include
- Meals are not included.
- Gratuities for the guide or driver are not covered.
- A permit fee is required to hike either mountain.
- A separate guide fee applies for the hike.
Recommendation
- Book in Advance – Train and entrance tickets to Machu Picchu sell out quickly. Reserve your spot at least a few weeks in advance.
- Pack Light – Bring only essentials, as large bags are not allowed inside Machu Picchu. A small backpack with water, snacks, sunscreen, and a rain jacket is ideal.
- Dress in Layers – The weather changes quickly in the Andes, so wear breathable clothing and bring a light jacket. Comfortable walking shoes are a must.
- Bring Your Passport – It’s required for entry to Machu Picchu, and you can get a special stamp as a souvenir.
- Prepare for Early Wake-Up – The tour starts very early, so get a good night's rest the day before.
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Is this trip right for you?
- This trip visits places at high altitudes, and as a result, some people may experience altitude sickness regardless of age or physical condition. Please refer to the Medical and Health Information section of the Essential Trip Information for more details.
- This journey involves extensive walking to visit the sites, and if you choose to trek the Inca Trail or the Quarry Trail, you will face strenuous hikes. We recommend this trip for those with a good level of fitness. It is important to bring comfortable footwear suitable for hiking. See the “Packing” section of the Essential Trip Information for more details.
- For those trekking the Inca Trail or the Quarry Trail, accommodation will be in campsites with basic facilities. Undoubtedly, this experience is not just about reaching the final destination (Machu Picchu) but about the incredible journey itself.
- According to Machu Picchu’s visiting regulations, all visitors must follow a pre-determined route within the site in a single direction. Once the guided tour begins, exiting and re-entering the site is not permitted. After the guided visit concludes, visitors must leave the site, and personal exploration of Machu Picchu is not allowed. Please refer to the Itinerary for more details.
- Travelers who choose different ways to reach Machu Picchu (Inca Trail, Quarry Trail, or Train) will not follow the same routes within the site. This means that you may not be able to take photos together overlooking Machu Picchu, whether traveling on the same booking or separate bookings.
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