OVERVIEW
A 2-day Machu Picchu train tour offers a compact yet enriching experience. The journey begins with a scenic train ride from Cusco to Aguas Calientes, the town near Machu Picchu. Upon arrival, you’ll spend the night in a local hotel before exploring the awe-inspiring Inca citadel the next day. The tour includes guided visits to key archaeological sites, with free time to explore and enjoy the stunning surroundings. It’s a perfect choice for those seeking a comfortable and efficient way to discover Machu Picchu.
Itinerary
We will pick you up at 8:00 am and drive for 1.5 hours to the village of Ollantaytambo, located in the Sacred Valley of the Incas. From there, we will board our train to Aguas Calientes, enjoying the stunning scenery along the way. Upon arrival in Aguas Calientes, you will have free time to explore the village and have lunch at one of the local restaurants (lunch not included). In the evening, we will gather for a group dinner and discuss our plans for the following day with our guide. We will stay overnight at a hotel in Aguas Calientes.
Early in the morning, we will take the shuttle bus up to the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu, the “Lost City of the Incas.” This remarkable site is renowned for its intricate Inca architecture, including various quarters, squares, alleys, buildings, astronomical observatories, and terraces. Rediscovered on July 24, 1911, by US researcher Hiram Bingham, Machu Picchu offers a fascinating glimpse into Inca civilization. After a guided tour, you will have time to explore this magical place on your own.
For those who have pre-booked to climb Huayna Picchu Mountain or Machu Picchu Mountain, you will do so at your designated time (1st group: 6 am to 8 am, 2nd group: 9 am to 11 am).
Later, we will take the shuttle bus back to Aguas Calientes and enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. We will then board our train to Ollantaytambo, where our transfer staff will pick us up and take us back to our hotel in Cusco.
INCLUSIONS
WHAT IS INCLUDED?
- ACCOMMODATION & MEALS
- Accommodation: Stay in a comfortable 2-star hotel in Aguas Calientes. The hotel will be clean, safe, and equipped with Wi-Fi, a take-away breakfast, and a private bathroom with hot water. Upgrades to higher quality hotels are available upon request.
- Meals: Dinner on Day 1 and breakfast on Day 2 are included.
- TRANSPORTATION
- Transportation from your hotel in Cusco to Ollantaytambo.
- Train ticket from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes.
- Machu Picchu shuttle bus (round trip) on Day 2.
- Train ticket from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo.
- Transportation from Ollantaytambo back to Plaza San Francisco in Cusco.
- LOCAL GUIDES & TEAM
- Guided visit to Machu Picchu with a professional guide fluent in English/Spanish.
- All our trekking guides have a minimum of 3 years of guiding experience and are certified.
- TICKETS & BRIEFING
- Machu Picchu entrance ticket is included.
- Briefing: You will have a meeting with your guide at our office to review all the details of your tour. The briefing will be held between 5:00-7:30 pm at our office in Cusco the day before departure.
WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED?
- MEALS & ACTIVITIES
- Meals: Breakfast on the first day, 2x lunch, and dinner on the second day are not included. You can visit a local restaurant in Aguas Calientes for these meals (not included).
- Entrance to Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain: You can choose to add a visit to one of these mountains to your itinerary for $60.00 per person. Please inform us in advance so we can check availability.
- OTHER
- Tips for your guide, cook, and porters.
- National or international flights.
- Travel insurance.
- Other activities not mentioned in this itinerary.
FAQs
If you are a student, you may be eligible for a $20 USD discount. However, you must meet the Peruvian government requirements, as the discount is applied to the cost of your Machu Picchu ticket and is not something that we are able to negotiate.
To be able to receive the discount, please sent us after your booking a photo of both sides of your student card, and another photo of your passport. We can help you check if all the requirements are fulfilled. It must be an original student ID, given from the university in PVC material and include university information, personal student information, student picture, expiration date valid only for one year, and must coincide with the year that student visits Machu Picchu.
You also need to bring your original student card with you the day you visit Machu Picchu. You will also need to bring the card with you and verify it at the Machu Picchu checkpoint.
Please check if your student card includes the following requirements:
The best way to prepare yourself for this trekking experiencee is easy: spend at least 2 to 3 days at a high-altitude place like Cusco, so your body gets used to the high altitude. If you have already been to a high altitude destination before arriving to Cusco, we still recommend you spend at least one full day in Cusco to rest, recuperate from your trip, and enjoy the beautiful views of the city before your trek.
Additionally, taking good care of your body helps deal with the extra pressures that altitude creates. We recommend you to eat healthy food, drink lots of water and stay away from alcohol. Chewing coca leaves, drinking coca tea helps to alleviate any discomfort associated with the altitude.
The entrance ticket to Huayna Picchu Mountain or Machu Picchu Mountain are additional add-ons that you can choose to purchase besides the Machu Picchu visit that is already included in this trek. You can visit one of these mountains after your Machu Picchu visit to see the Inca Citadel from the top.
Please send us an email asking about availability. Then, if available, you can select which mountain you would like to climb when you make your reservation online. Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain are an additional 60 USD.
What is Huayna Picchu Mountain?
Huayna Picchu Mountain is home to the Temple of the Moon and is the famous mountain peak seen behind the ruins in all the classic photos of Machu Picchu. Huayna Picchu is an approximately 45 minute climb with more ruins at the top and offers an incredible view of the Machu Picchu ruins. The visit to Huayna Picchu takes approximately 2 hours. Huayna Picchu Mountain is an additional 60 USD.
What is Machu Picchu Mountain?
Machu Picchu Mountain is an additional hike within Machu Picchu that offers a much higher view of the ruins and overlooks the entire valley. Machu Picchu Mountain is an additional 60 USD.
Congratulations, adventure awaits you! We sent you a confirmation e-mail with more details about your trekking adventure. The day before your departuer at 5:00 pm, please stop by our office located in Portal Espinar Nro 163 to receive the informative briefing. Our professional guide will tell you everything about your trek and clarify last questions you may have.
We serve a variety of local superfoods and traditional Peruvian dishes with rice, chicken, beef, salad, potatoes, vegetables, delicious soups and fruits. Everything will be freshly prepared by our local chef.
We have a lot of vegetarian travellers and our cooks have some great options for them to enjoy their meals. We can cater for or all other types of dietary requests with adequate preparation and clear communication.
Previous hiking experience is recommended but not required. Our guides are trained to support hikers of all fitness levels and experience, ensuring that no one is left behind. Most importantly, make sure to acclimate yourself to the altitude before your trek.
Yes, you can leave extra luggage in our office free of charge. Just let us know if you have any fragile or technological items that require special care, and we’ll ensure they are handled appropriately.
The minimum group size is 4 people and the maximum group size is 15 people. There will be an assistant guide for groups over 12 people.
Please feel free to review our Terms & Conditions and let us know if you have any questions or requests regarding our cancellation policy, which is available on our website.
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