Machu Picchu Inca Citadel Full Day Tour from Cusco
Location
Cusco, Peru
Trip Style
Private Full-Day Tour to Machu Picchu
Daily Departure
03:30 AM (Daily)
Itinerary
Early Morning:
- 03:30 AM: Pick-up from your hotel in Cusco
- Private transfer to Ollantaytambo town (1 hour 45 minutes drive)
- Board the Expedition Train to Aguas Calientes (90-minute scenic train ride)
- Upon arrival, meet our representative who will assist you throughout the tour
Mid-Morning:
- Board the shuttle bus to Machu Picchu (30-minute ascent along Hiram Bingham Road)
- Guided tour of the Inca Citadel, exploring:
- Agricultural Terraces – Ingenious farming and engineering techniques
- Temple of the Sun – A masterpiece of Inca stonework
- Royal Quarters – Where Inca rulers once lived
- Temple of the Three Windows – A site of cosmic significance
- Intihuatana Stone – A sacred solar clock
- Sacred Rock – Possibly a shrine dedicated to the revered guinea pig
- Temple of the Condor – A site rich in Andean mythology
Afternoon Options:
- Short hike to Sun Gate (Inti Punku) for a panoramic view of Machu Picchu
- Alternatively, visit the Inca Bridge, an architectural marvel with a fascinating history
Return Journey:
- Descend to Aguas Calientes for a leisurely break
- Ensure you arrive at the train station 30 minutes before departure
- Board your return Expedition Train to Ollantaytambo
- Private transfer back to Cusco, where the tour concludes
Include
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Private transfer from Cusco to Ollantaytambo train station
- Round-trip Expedition Train tickets (Ollantaytambo – Machu Picchu – Ollantaytambo)
- Round-trip bus tickets to/from Machu Picchu
- Admission tickets & guided tour of Machu Picchu
- Professional bilingual guide (English/Spanish)
- Private transfer from Ollantaytambo to Cusco
Not Include
- Meals
- Extra expenses
- Accommodation in Cusco
Suggestions
- Camera or smartphone
- Sunglasses and hat
- Insect repellent
- Raincoat or poncho
- Sunscreen
- Hiking boots and long-sleeved clothing
Frequent Questions
The tour starts at 03:30 AM with hotel pick-up in Cusco and ends in the evening upon arrival back in Cusco.
The tour includes round-trip Expedition Train tickets between Ollantaytambo and Aguas Calientes.
No, meals are not included, but there is free time in Aguas Calientes to enjoy a meal at your own expense.
This is a private tour, ensuring a personalized experience with a professional bilingual guide.
Yes, you can take a short hike to the Sun Gate (Inti Punku) or visit the Inca Bridge for stunning panoramic views.
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| # of Persons | Price Per Person |
| 2 persons | $299 USD pp |
| 3 persons | $289 USD pp |
| 4 persons | $279 USD pp |
| 5 + persons | $269 USD pp |
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