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From Cusco: Machu Picchu Private Day Trip on Panoramic Train

1. From Cusco: Machu Picchu Private Day Trip on Panoramic Train

Meet our chauffeur at your Cusco Hotel for a scenic road transfer to the train station. Board the train, then sit back and relax as you enjoy the 2-hour journey across the Sacred Valley. During the trip you will admire the spectacular views over the mountain scenery and pass by some important towns such as Ollantaytambo. The views get even better if you go for the Panoramic Vistadome train, which features wider windows on the ceiling and more comfortable seats. It also includes an Andean ingredients-based snack and drink as well as souvenirs you can buy on board. Arrive in Aguas Calientes town and set off with your guide to embark on a 30 min bus ride uphill to Machu Picchu main entrance. Shortly after check in, begin your private tour and discover the Citadel’s magnificent arquitecture by visiting the most remarkable landmark attractions such as the Temple of the Sun, The Temple of the Moon. See the impressive terraced fields of the agricultural sector and take the famous picture from the observatory with the lost citadel and the Huayna Picchu Mountain behind you. After finishing the guided part, enjoy free time to explore on your own. Then take the bus back to Aguas Calientes. If time is propitious, you can explore the town and have some lunch with excellent recommendations from your guide, before heading back to the station. In the late afternoon head back to the train station for your return journey to Cusco. End your experience the best on board, with a glance of the Andean culture though music and entertainment which will assure you much fun. On your arrival at the train station, a private chauffeur will transfer back to your accommodation in Cusco.

From Cusco: Private Machu Picchu Tour & Panoramic Train Ride

2. From Cusco: Private Machu Picchu Tour & Panoramic Train Ride

Make the most of your time in Cusco with a full day private tour of the best of Machu Picchu. Enjoy pick up from your Cusco hotel, travel through the Andes by train with panoramic views and enjoy the scenic beauties of the journey to Machu Picchu, learn about the origins of Machu Picchu on a guided walking tour. After being picked up from your hotel, travel to Ollantaytambo for your train ride to Aguas Calientes. Enjoy panoramic views of the Andes Mountains and the surrounding jungle from the dome view train cars, with panoramic windows. Then board the bus for a quick 25-minute ride to Machu Picchu and avoid the long hike. Enjoy a guided walking tour of this historic citadel and learn about its most important landmarks, such as the Main Plaza, the Temple of the Three Windows, the sacred Sundial and the cemetery. After the visit, enjoy free time in Aguas Calientes to explore the city or have lunch before taking the train back to Ollantaytambo, from where you will be dropped off at your Cusco hotel at the end of the day.

From Cusco: Full Day Private Tour to Machu Picchu

3. From Cusco: Full Day Private Tour to Machu Picchu

Spend a whole day exploring the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu during this all-inclusive day trip from Cusco. Discover this famous mountaintop Inca site with a guide, learning about its construction, history, and what daily life was like for its residents. The relaxed, non-strenuous pace of the journey is a great option for first-time visitors, families, and solo travelers alike, with three different train travel options available. The trip also includes round-trip hotel transportation, transfer from Cusco to Machu Picchu, and the entrance fee to the site. Choose among three train options for the best experience, train with panoramic windows, train with panoramic windows plus balcony and normal train. Itinerary: After having breakfast at your hotel in Cusco, we will drive you on our private transport to the train station located in the town of Ollantaytambo, this is where you will board the selected train that runs through the Sacred Valley of the Incas, a fantastic that goes from the Andes to the edge of the jungle in Aguas Calientes, this beautiful train trip lasts 1h 45min. Upon arrival in this small town, our guide will be waiting to assist you and take the bus that will run up to the door of the Archaeological Sanctuary of Machu Picchu, the trip takes 30 minutes. We will arrive at the sanctuary of Machu Picchu, open wide your arms and feel the magic of this ancient place, enjoy the impressive view from the Inca citadel, walk with your guide through the main altars, streets. Take the classic photo from the highest part, surely it is a moment that you have been looking forward to, learn more about the history and architecture of this wonderful place. After the guided tour you can enjoy Machu Picchu on your own, you can take photos and explore the place freely. In the afternoon you will have time to have lunch and explore the town of Aguas Calientes, which has many restaurants and craft shops. At the indicated time according to your choice we will board the train back to Ollantaytambo where our driver will wait for you with an ad and your name written, he will drive you back to your hotel in Cusco.

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