Join Peru Hikers for an incredible adventure guided by local experts. Your journey will start and end at your hotel, giving you the chance to witness the breathtaking beauty of Machu Picchu – one of the New 7 Wonders of the World – in just one day. Get ready to be wowed by the stunning views during your Observatory Train ride through Cusco.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔  Round trip Vistadome Observatory train
✔  Hotel pick up and drop off
✔  Hotel pickup and drop-off
✔  Bus up and down to Machu Picchu
✔   Machu Picchu entrance fee is covered
✔  Only the BEST guides
✖  Food
✖  Gratuities
Departure & Return
Departure:  ,

Cusco Mainsquare will be the round-trip meeting point.

Return: End right where it started.
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Itinerary
1
Plaza de Armas Your day begins with a 4:00 am pickup from your hotel by our private transport, heading straight to the Ollantaytambo train station.

Duration:  3 hours

2
Ollantaytambo Here, you'll board the 6:10 am Vistadome Observatory Train

Duration:  30 minutes

3
Ollantaytambo After a journey of 1 hour and 45 minutes, you'll arrive at Aguas Calientes town
4
Aguas Calientes The train ride takes approximately 1 and 45 minutes, passing through beautiful landscapes of the high Andes and the Cloud Forest. Upon arrival at the final train station, your tour guide will meet you and take you to the bus station for a 30-minute ride to Machu Picchu.

Duration:  2 hours

5
Machu Picchu You will arrive at the main gate of Machu Picchu around 10:00 am. Please bring your entry tickets and original passports to present at the gate before exploring Machu Picchu with your Peru Hikers expert guide.

Duration:  30 minutes

6
Santuario Historico de Machu Picchu Your tour guide will show you the most important buildings, including the viewpoints, guard house, terraces, temples, palaces, and more.

Duration:  45 minutes

7
Machu Picchu A two-hour guided tour awaits, filled with historical insights and ample opportunities for capturing the iconic beauty of this ancient wonder.

Duration:  2.5 hours

8
Aguas Calientes Following the tour, a bus ride takes you to Aguas Calientes. You'll then catch a train back to Ollantaytambo

Duration:  40 minutes

9
Ollantaytambo Our driver will be ready to take you back to Cusco.
10
Plaza de Armas Your adventure concludes with a drop-off at meeting point.
Additional info
•  Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
•  Not recommended for pregnant travelers
•  Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
•  Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Price:
From $450
Ticket:
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
duration:
14 hours
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Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.