Machu Picchu Full Day Tour – From Cusco or Sacred Valley
Discover the legendary Inca citadel of Machu Picchu, nestled in the Andes of Peru. This one-day experience is specially crafted for travelers with limited time who still want to explore one of the New Seven Wonders of the World with local expert guidance. Enjoy a deep, immersive journey into the archaeological, spiritual, and natural richness of this UNESCO World Heritage Site.
General Itinerary
Full Day
Distance
Approx. 6 km / 3.7 miles walking inside Machu Picchu
Duration
Full Day (approx. 12–13 hours)
04:00 AM – Pickup from Cusco or Sacred Valley hotel
06:10 AM – Train departure from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes
08:00 AM – Bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu entrance
08:30 AM – Guided tour (2.5–3 hours) through main sectors (ceremonial areas, agricultural terraces, temples)
11:30 AM – Free time for photos or extra exploration
13:00 PM – Bus back to Aguas Calientes
13:30 PM – Optional lunch (not included)
14:30 / 15:20 PM – Return train to Ollantaytambo
17:30 / 18:30 PM – Transfer by car back to your hotel in Cusco or Sacred Valley
What to Bring
- Comfortable walking shoes or light hiking boots
- Waterproof jacket or rain poncho
- Hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen
- Refillable water bottle and light snacks
- Passport (required for entrance)
- Personal medications
Include
- Train tickets (Expedition Service) – upgrades available upon request
- Entrance ticket to Machu Picchu (subject to availability)
- Round-trip bus Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu
- Private transport hotel–train station–hotel
- Certified English-speaking guide
- First aid kit and oxygen tank
Not Included
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner
- Wayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain tickets (available on request)
- Travel insurance
- Hiking poles (available for rent: $5 USD)
- Tips
- Hotel stay
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