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Machu Picchu Day Trip from Cusco

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Machu Picchu Day Trip from Cusco

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Voyager train & Circuit 1

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Panoramic Route: Circuit 1 - Upper terrace route, panoramic circuits. There is no access to enter the lower part of the citadel
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NZD 637

Vistadome Bimodal Circuit 1

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Vistadome Bimodal
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NZD 832

Vistadome Train & Circuit 3

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Route of royalty: Duration: 2.5hrs Visit the lower part of the sanctuary.
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NZD 768

Vistadome Bimodal Circuit 3

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Vistadome Bimodal
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NZD 832

Voyager train & Circuit 3

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Route of royalty: Duration: 2.5hrs Visit the lower part of the sanctuary.
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NZD 637

Voyager train & Circuit 2

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Traditional: Duration 2.5hrs
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NZD 637

Machu Picchu 360 & Circuit 2

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Traditional: Duration 2.5hrs
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NZD 796

Vistadome Train & Circuit 2

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Traditional: Duration 2.5hrs
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NZD 768

Machu Picchu 360 & Circuit 3

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Route of royalty: Duration: 2.5hrs Visit the lower part of the sanctuary.
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NZD 796

Vistadome Train & Circuit 1

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Panoramic Route: Circuit 1 - Upper terrace route, There is no access to enter the lower part of the citadel.
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NZD 768

Machu Picchu 360 & Circuit 1

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Panoramic Route: Circuit 1 - Upper terrace route, There is no access to enter the lower part of the citadel.
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NZD 796

Expedition train & Circuit 1

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Panoramic Route: Circuit 1 - Upper terrace route, There is no access to enter the lower part of the citadel.
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NZD 613

Expedition train & Circuit 2

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Traditional: Duration 2.5hrs
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NZD 613

Expedition train & Circuit 3

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Route of royalty: Duration: 2.5hrs Visit the lower part of the sanctuary.
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NZD 637

Vistadome Bimodal Circuit 2

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Vistadome Bimodal
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NZD 832

Highlights

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.

Itinerary

  • Cusco(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    Cusco Hotel Pickup and Transfer to Train Station Begin your adventure with a pickup from your hotel in Cusco, followed by a transfer to the train station.
  • Aguas Calientes(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    Train Journey to Aguas Calientes Enjoy a scenic 1.5-hour train ride, where you can choose between various train options, such as the Expedition, Vistadome, Executive Class 360, or Voyager, each offering unique ways to take in the beautiful landscapes. Once you arrive at Aguas Calientes station, board a small bus to begin your journey up the winding road to Machu Picchu.
  • Santuario Historico de Machu Picchu

    3 hoursAdmission Ticket Included
    Discover the awe-inspiring ruins of Machu Picchu, known as the Lost City of the Incas, with its terraces, shrines, steps, and urban areas, while your expert guide walks you through the historic site. 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.
  • Aguas Calientes(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    After your exploration, head back to Aguas Calientes station to board the train for your return trip to Cusco.
  • Cusco(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    Relax and enjoy the scenic train journey back to Cusco, where your day concludes with a transfer to your hotel.

What's included

INCLUDED

Admission ticket to Machu Picchu Citadel.
Selected round trip train ticket or bimodal bus&train service from Cusco.
Round trip shuttle bus ticket to go up & down to the citadel from Machu Picchu town.
Local Expert guide (The guidance is in Spanish or English)
Pick up and drop-off from your lodging in Cusco.

NOT INCLUDED

Gratuities
Lunch
Bottled water

Customer reviews

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The Machu Picchu Day Trip from Cusco is highly praised for its excellent organization, knowledgeable guides, and seamless logistics covering transportation, tickets, and guided tours. Customers appreciated the comfortable train rides, breathtaking views, and informative commentary. Many recommend this trip for its convenience and value, making it a stress-free way to experience Machu Picchu.

Additional information

Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
MANDATORY: The Authority of Machu Picchu asks full name, passport number, date of birth, nationality details to issue the admission ticket.
The admission ticket of Machu Picchu is NOT REFUNDABLE and date changes or amendments are NOT accepted. *If you need to change your visit date, you will need to purchase a new entrance ticket.
Due to high demand and limited entrances to the citadel, VIPAC will issue your admission ticket on trail 2 as a priority. If it is not available, trail 3 or 1 will be provided, after prior coordination with the passenger before issuance.
Machu Picchu Admission ticket and train tickets are included in this tour. Our sales team will send them 72 hour after paid.
Shifts entry by hours from 6 am to 3 pm. Our shared tour considers 9 am, 10 am and 11 am shifts. If the shifts are not available, we will open a new shared tour in the next hour available. Our staff will inform you for acceptance.
Travelers must arrive to Cusco city at least one day before Machu Picchu day tour. The authority of Machu Picchu do not accept travel date ammends of admission ticket.
This shared tour could have a waiting time of up to 40 minutes to start the tour, depending on Machu Picchu shift time and train timetable avaliability.
One day before the company's staff will contact the travelers to send the pick-up time through Viator or Tripadvisor experiences extranet.
For weather reasons, from January to March, all excursions departs on bimodal service (Bus from Cusco to Ollantaytambo & train from Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchu.
The guided tour inside Machu Picchu takes around 2h 30m following a delimited trail.
Machu Picchu has two seasons. Rainy season from December to March. Dry season, the rest of the year.
VIPAC is not responsible for flight cancellations or delays. We recommend arriving in Cusco one day before the scheduled tour date."
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.
Remember that, if you are a Peruvian national, you must have a valid National Identity Document (DNI) in order to be able to issue your ticket to Machu Picchu. In addition, this document must be sent through the corresponding platform and presented on the day of the visit. The system does not allow the issuance of tickets with a passport for Peruvian citizens.

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