MACHU PICCHU TRAIN TOUR 1 day

DURATION: 1 day
STARTING AND ENDING POINT: Cusco Hotel
DEPARTURE DATES: Daily Departure group service and private service.
TYPE OF TOUR: Cultural and History.
TRANSPORT: Bus and train
TRAIN OPTIONS: Expedition Option: This is the cheapest, but still a very comfortable way of getting to Machu Picchu.
VISTADOME OPTION: Vistadome train is faster, has snack-service, bigger windows and is generally a more comfortable experience; if you prefer this service, please let us to know at the booking time (Extra US$25pp).

Description of Machu Picchu Train Tour

For one-day Machu Picchu Train Tour, we’ll pick you up from your hotel in the city of Cusco 1 hour before the departure time of your train and take you to the train station located in the little village of Poroy, then, we’ll get on board the train of the company “Peru Rail” and begin the journey from Poroy (Cusco) to the town of “Aguas Calientes” (2,000 masl) which takes four hours, in “Aguas Calientes” our guide will be waiting from you and then, we will head to the bus station. The ride on bus from “Aguas Calientes” to Machu Picchu takes 30 minutes.

Upon arrival at the citadel of Machu Picchu, known as the Lost City of the Incas, we will display our entrance tickets and begin our guided tour, visiting the Main Plaza, the Circular Tower, the Sacred Solar Clock, the Royal Quarters, the Temple of the Three Windows and cemeteries, probably our visit will last for around two hours. Then, you will have free time to stroll around the citadel.

Finally, in the afternoon, you must take the bus down to “Aguas Calientes”, where you can enjoy your lunch in one of the several restaurants (not included). And then we’ll take the train back to Cusco (depending on departure time of your train), we will be waiting for you at the train station to take you to the hotel in Cusco.

Assured Departures

Departures for Machu Picchu Train Tour are guaranteed; so, once you’ve booked you can be sure you’re going!; therefore, this guarantee gives you the confidence to book all of your travel arrangements and simply look forward to your holiday.

Our dedicated groups department will give you a personalized service from start to finish and, wherever possible, we will ensure that you only ever deal with one person.

Itinerary

05:50 – 07:30 Transfer from hotel to Ollantaytambo by bus.
07:45 – 09:15 Travel by Train from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes.
09:15 – 09:25 Reception in the Aguas Calientes train station.
09:30 – 10:00 Bus journey from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu.
10:00 – 12:30 Guided tour of one of the New 7 wonders of the world, Machu Picchu.
13:00 – 18:00 Free time to go back to Aguas Calientes, have lunch, see the town, or relax in the Hot Springs.
18:30 – 20:20 Return to Ollantaytambo by train.
20:30 – 22:30 Return to Cusco by bus for your overnight in Cusco.

Machu Picchu Train Tour includes

• Transportation: All transfers; round-trip tourist train from Cusco to Machu Picchu; bus up and down from the town of “Aguas Calientes” to Machu Picchu.
• Entrance Fee: To Machu Picchu.
• Guide: Licensed bilingual tour guide.
• Others: Local guide for permanent assistance.

The cost exclude

• Meals: Lunch and dinner, you must consider a budget of US$ 25 to US$35 for each meal.

Recommended things to bring

You’ll need a warm jacket or fleece and wind coat; rain gear or poncho (plastic poncho can be purchased in Cusco); sun hat; sun block and insect repellent; Camera; snacks, chocolates, energy bars, mineral water and personal things.

Requirements to reserve

• Departure Date
• Names (as shown in passport)
• Surnames (as shown in passport)
• Nationality
• Passport number
• Date of birth
• Phone number to contact
• Payment of 40% as warranty.

Cost of Machu Picchu Train Tour

Daily departure

Private service Price

• 2 people (minimum) US$ 450.00 p/person.
• 3-4 people 360.00 p/person.
• 5-9 people 320.00 p/person.
• 10 people 290.00 p/person.
• *Guided tour with expert English speaking guides.

Train options to Machu Picchu

1 .- The Vistadome Train:

The Vistadome class train is the quickest and easiest way to visit Machu Picchu.On the trip you can enjoy delicious snacks hot and cold drinks It has been .recently refurnished , equipped with panoramic windows on its roof , passengers feel they are part of the stunning scenery of the trip enjoying a spectacular view with unparalleled scenic views and wonderful photo opportunities

2 .- The Expedition Train:

The expedition class train is designed exclusively for travelers with adventurous spirit who seek comfort and safety; the service Expedition class have seats featuring Inca details , giving them a local and indigenous flair and the comfort of having a broad space for your backpacks you will enjoy Machu Picchu. For sure this service will serve drinks and snacks at an additional cost.

Available discounts

• (These discounts are not cumulative)
•  Students: US$ 20.00 (students require a valid International Student Identity Card and must be below 26 years of age. Please be careful that Youth Travel Cards are not valid)
• Teenagers: US$ 20.00 (up to 15 years of age, passport copy required for all bookings)
•  Children: US$ 35.00 (up to 10 years of age, passport copy required for all bookings)