Overview
Local experts for an easy way to visit Machu Picchu with a special cancellation poliy, all details are arranged: ticket train on premium departures from/to Machu Picchu, bus on shift to go up and down the citadel, morning shift entrance fee, and expert local guide. Feel the energy, hear the stories and history of one of the most attractive places over the World.
VIPAC refund cancellation Policy: if you cancel your booking before 20 days of the tour departure, we will refund 80% of the total amount. Cancellations with less than 20 days prior of the tour departure are non refundable in 100%.
Due to high demand of visitors to Machu Picchu and limited capacity, we suggest to book 60 days prior. Last minute bookings, less than 60 days, can be booked on midday and afternoon shifts.
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- Mobile ticket
- Hotel pickup offered
What's included
Admission ticket to Machu Picchu Citadel.
Selected round trip train ticket or bimodal bus&train service from Cusco.
Local Expert English- or Spanish-speaking top guide
Round trip shuttle bus ticket to go up & down to the citadel from Machu Picchu town.
Pick up and drop-off from your lodging in Cusco.
Gratuities
Lunch
Bottled water
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
Good to know
Important: you can´t change the personal information after the admission ticket was issued. if you need to change any detail, contact us inmediately. Admission ticket is not refundable and not accept date changes or ammends.
Due to high demand and limited admission tickets to the citadel, VIPAC will issue inmediately your admission ticket on trails 1-2-4. Supplement apply for Wayna Picchu mountain (trail 4 plus) and Machu Picchu peak mountain (trail 3).
From January to March, all trains are departing from Sacred Valley station, in the middle of the railway route to Machu Picchu. You will have a bus transfer from your lodging in Cusco to Sacred Valley Station and v.v.
What to expect
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Santuario Historico de Machu Picchu
13 hours
From Cusco, you'll be transferred to the railway station to enjoy your 1.5-hour scenic rail tour to Aguas Calientes. We arrive at the Aguas Calientes station where our staff will assist on boarding the bus to go up the winding road to Machu Picchu.
The Lost City of the Incas, Machu Picchu, will astonish us with its terraces, ceremonial shrines, steps and urban areas.
Choose between 4 different types of train to go to Machu Picchu.
Expedition option; for adventurous passengers seeking comfort and security without extras.
Vistadome option; enjoy beautiful panoramic windows to make the most of the spectacular scenery and allow for fantastic photo opportunities.
Executive Class 360 Train option; enjoy 360 panoramic views from the train, where you'll be seated in comfortable, with a fold-out table for your convenience.
Voyager service aboard elegant carriage with comfortable seats. Its coaches feature panoramic windows that enable full appreciation of the scenery. -
Aguas Calientes
1 hour
Upon arrival at Aguas Calientes station, you'll board a small bus and head up to the ruins of the “sacred city”, Machu Picchu.
Your expert guide will walk with you through the main streets of these amazing ruins. There will be time to be alone and fully embrace this magnificent wonder of the world, letting this once in a lifetime experience set in.
In the afternoon you'll return to the train station in Aguas Calientes for the trip back to Cusco.
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Times are local to the experience (America/Lima).
Additional Information
- Machu Picchu has implemented new visitor circuits, with three main routes with specific differences to distribute passengers in various areas. These changes are intended to improve the visitor experience and preserve the integrity of the archaeological site. The circuit with route 2 will be given as priority and if it is not available, the options of taking circuit 3B or circuit 1B will be informed so that you can confirm your decision before the tickets are issued.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Machu Picchu Day Trip from Cusco
Can I cancel Machu Picchu Day Trip from Cusco for free?
No. All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
How long does it take?
It takes about 14 hours.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What's included?
- Admission ticket to Machu Picchu Citadel.
- Selected round trip train ticket or bimodal bus&train service from Cusco.
- Local Expert English- or Spanish-speaking top guide
- Round trip shuttle bus ticket to go up & down to the citadel from Machu Picchu town.
- Pick up and drop-off from your lodging in Cusco.
What's not included?
- Gratuities
- Lunch
- Bottled water
Which places does it visit?
It visits Santuario Historico de Machu Picchu, Aguas Calientes.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English, Spanish.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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