Overview
Tour Destinations: Aguas Calientes | Machu Picchu
Circuits to visit Machu Picchu
There are currently 3 circuits, to access the tour of these circuits is recommended to book your admission ticket to this Wonder of the World at least three months in advance due to the high demand they have and because these are limited and subject to availability.
Circuit 1 or Panoramic allows you to tour the upper part of Machu Picchu and get the classic photo from the sector of the Guardian’s House.
Circuit 2 or Classic Circuit allows the most complete tour of Machu Picchu. It includes the Inca sites such as the Temple of the Sun, the Main Temple, the Sacred Rock and more.
Circuit 3 or Royalty Circuit allows you to tour the nuclear area in the lower part of Machu Picchu.
Daily Outline
Machu Picchu Tour By Train – Full Day
Itinerary
Day 1 Machu Picchu Tour By Train – Full Day
For the Machu Picchu day tour, we will pick you up from your hotel around 4:00 am. Then, we will drive through the Sacred Valley heading to the train station in Ollantaytambo, where you will board the train to Aguas Calientes town, following the sacred Vilcanota River and passing by breathtaking landscapes and snowy peaks.
At your arrival at Aguas Calientes train station your local guide will pick you up and you will take the 30-minute short bus ride to arrive at the entrance of the Inca Citadel of Machu Picchu.
Here you will have a guided tour of all the most important sites of the Machu Picchu Citadel: houses, temples, squares, and terraces, among others. It takes about two hours and half, followed by free time to explore the citadel on your own pace, take amazing photos and relax while you enjoy the stunning views of the surrounding mountains and valleys.
Our first choice is Circuit 2 whenever it is available, as it provides one of the most complete guided experiences at Machu Picchu. If Circuit 2 is sold out for your selected date and time, we will secure the best available alternative, usually Circuit 1 or Circuit 3.
After your visit, you will take the bus down to Aguas Calientes, where you will have time for lunch on your own. Then, you will board the train back to Ollantaytambo. From there, our transport will take you back to your hotel in Cusco, arriving around 8:00 pm. Depending on train schedule.
Optional: You can hike Huayna Picchu Mountain or Machu Picchu Mountain, which takes about 2 hours round trip, but it may vary depending on your pace and fitness level. The tickets need to be purchased well in advance.
What's Included
- Pick up from your Hotel in Cusco or Sacred Valley
- Transfer from Cusco to Ollantaytambo
- English – Spanish speaking tour guide
- Machu Picchu entrance ticket (If Circuit 2 is unavailable, we will opt for Circuit 3 or Circuit 1)
- Train ticket from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes ( Expedition or Voyager)
- Train ticket from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo ( Expedition or Voyager)
- Bus ticket up and down to Machu Picchu ( consettur)
- Transfer from Ollantaytambo to Cusco
- Drop off at your hotel in Cusco or Sacred Valley
What's Not Included
- Travel Insurance
- Meals
- Tips
Additional Services
- Huayna Picchu Mountain ticket USD 65.00 per person
- Machu Picchu Mountain TICKET USD 65.00 per person
- Upgrade to the Vistadome train Return USD 70.00
- Upgrade to Vistadome Observatory train Return. ($45.00USD)
Price
GROUP TOUR
Minimum 1 Persona requiredPRIVATE TOUR
Minimum 2 people required* For groups of 4+ travelers, please contact us directly to unlock special volume discounts.
Adults
Children
If Circuit 2 tickets are sold out for your travel date, we’ll secure the best available alternative: Circuit 3 or Circuit 1. To secure your preferred circuit and times, we highly recommend booking your Machu Picchu trip as early as possible; tickets are limited and sell out quickly.
