An unforgettable experience with spectacular views. You can only enjoy it on this fascinating Vistadome train ride, traveling through the wonderful Sacred Valley of the Incas, en route to the Seventh Wonder of the World. A three-and-a-half-hour journey that will take us from Cusco (Poroy station) to the town of Aguas Calientes. The train has spacious and comfortable seats, complimentary snacks and drinks, and traditional dances on board. But the most impressive feature is obviously its panoramic windows, which will allow you to appreciate the full beauty of the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Once in Aguas Calientes, we will board the bus that will take us to the Wonder of the World: Machu Picchu! We will take advantage of every second there to learn all the secrets of the temples and residential centers of the site, along with our guide. We will also fill our galleries with photos and videos, featuring breathtaking views of Machu Picchu, which will be the envy of all your friends.
Duration
1 Day
Tour type
Easy
Difficulty
Traditional VIP
Guide
English, Spanish
Group size
Maximum altitude
2500
ITINERARY
Day 1: Tour to Machu Picchu with Vistadome Train
Today is the day, Machu Picchu! Today is your once in a lifetime visit to the majestic Machu Picchu Citadel. We pick you up at your Cusco hotel at 6:30am, and then drive in our private van to the Poroy-Cusco Train Station for your train departing at about 7:35am.
In the rainy season, January through April, the Vistadome does not leave from Poroy. We pick you up at 4:45am from Cusco to drive to the Ollantaytambo Train Station for the 7:05am Vistadome Train. If you are staying in Ollantaytambo we will pick you up at 6:45am.
Travel through the Sacred Valley of the Inca, ringed by towering white glacial peaks. As you near Aguas Calientes, the wide valley becomes a narrow river canyon, where you enter sub-tropical jungle as you approach the Amazon. The sacred Vilcanota River will be your companion until your arrival at Aguas Calientes.
The guide will meet you at the train station at 10:52am. You will have a little time to get a sandwich or snack before going up to Machu Picchu on the shuttle bus (2,430mt/7972ft). Following the ancient footpath of the Incas, your guide will give you about a 2 hour guided tour of most of the important parts of Machu Picchu.
Returning to Aguas Calientes, you will catch the early evening 4:22pm, 4:43pm or 6:20pm Vistadome train train to Poroy, where we take you back to your hotel in Cusco, arriving between 8pm to 10pm depending on your train schedule. (See below the rainy season schedule and stations)
Meals included: None
Hiking up to the Sun Gate and Inca Bridge its available since JUNE 1st, 2024 and the price for any of this option will be $55 USD per person.
Hiking Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mt. is not possible due to the time restraints of the one-day tour.
Return Vistadome Train time depends on availability and how much in advance you have booked.
Our day trip package include circuit 2A or Circuit 2B (If the tickets are available, for it, please book in advance)
RAINY SEASON TRAIN STATIONS
***Note that from January through April the Vistadome Train runs only from Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchu and from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo train Station. Return trains depending on availability during rainy season are at 4:22pm, 4:43pm or 6:10pm,
What is included
Included
Transfer at 6:30am from your hotel to Poroy Train Station
Vistadome train ticket from Poroy to Aguas Calientes
Bus round trip from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu (30mins)
Admission ticket for Machu Picchu Sanctuary – Circuit 2A or Circuit 2B, depending on availability
Guided tour in English (2.5 hours approximately)
Small group from 2 to 8 people, with an experienced English speaking guide
Vistadome train ticket return from Aguas Caliente to Poroy.
Dance presentation is included on the train
Transfer from the train station to your hotel, arriving between 8pm to 10pm depending on your train schedule.
Not Included
Hiking Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mt. not possible with the time schedule of a one-day tour.
Drinks
What is not included
Packing List
WHAT YOU SHOULD BRING?
A small daypack with water to drink
Snacks if you like
Comfortable shoes or runners
Camera
Rain jacket or poncho
A fleece or jacket,
Basic toiletries
Hat for the sun,
Sunscreen
Insect repellent.
Passport (you cannot board the train or enter Machu Picchu without your passport)
Student ID card if appropriate.
Money for souvenirs and tips
Pricing
$409 USD per person
The Tour to Machu Picchu with Vistadome train is available on any date that is best for you, as long as we have a minimum of 2 participants!
***Private service is available for $50 USD more per person.
***All entrance fees are included and we operate our tours in small groups averaging 5 persons with a maximum of 8!
DISCOUNTS
18 to 25 years old: $30 USD. Information required on student card: name of university, student name, photo of student, expiration date etc. A copy of the card is required at booking for government approval for discount.
Under 18 years old: $30 USD. Please send us a copy of your passport at the time of booking.
Under 11 years old: $40 USD. Please send us a copy of your passport at the time of booking.
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