Early Train Ride to Aguas Calientes & Guided Visit in Machu Picchu

Early in the morning, at 5:30 am, transfer to the Train Station of San Pedro in Cusco. The train leaves at 6:00 am towards Aguas Calientes, a modern little town close to the Sanctuary of Machu Picchu. The train ride to Machu Picchu is one of the most beautiful journeys that visitors can experience in our country. The first 30 minutes the train makes its way up following a zig zag route ascending level by level to the upper part of the Cusco city, passing popular neighbourhoods and allowing travellers to enjoy a fantastic view of the sunrise over the Inca capital of Cusco. Afterwards the train starts to descend gradually to the Sacred Valley of the Incas, riding throughout lush fields and small villages. From this moment on, the trip offers great natural sceneries, with many staggering views for the Andes. After passing the village of Ollantaytambo, the train will start to descend more and more, riding along the edge of the Urubamba River, till finally reach the cloud forest. After approximately 4 hours we will have arrived in Aguas Calientes, where a representative from our agency will welcome you and then will escort you to the local bus station to catch the bus that goes up to the ruins of Machu Picchu. The bus ride to the sanctuary of Machu Picchu lasts around 25 minutes and it follows a steep winding path, offering spectacular views of the surrounding mountains.
Upon our arrival, we will get into the archaeological zone of Machu Picchu and our guide will show us the most important sectors of this great Inca City, such as the great Intiwatana (solar clock), the Sun Temple, the urban sector, the agricultural sector among others. Machu Picchu was long thought to be legendary. Then in 1911, the explorer Hiram Bingham stumbled upon it remains. Machu Picchu stands 2,430 m above sea-level, in the middle of a tropical mountain forest, in an extraordinarily beautiful setting. It was probably the most amazing urban creation of the Inca Empire at its height; its giant walls, terraces and ramps seem as if they have been cut naturally in the continuous rock escarpments. The natural setting, on the eastern slopes of the Andes, encompasses the upper Amazon basin with its rich diversity of flora and fauna.
The guided tour in Machu Picchu will last about 2 hours, and afterwards you will have free time to explore the ruins on your own. At around 2:00 pm, we will take the bus down to Aguas Calientes, where you will have time for lunch and also to explore this colourful town that utterly filled with souvenirs shops, restaurants, bars, internet cafes etc. Finally, at around 3:30 pm, we take the train back to the city of Cusco, arriving there after nightfall.

End of the tour.

Included:

• Pick up from your hotel.
• Train ticket to Aguas Calientes.
• Bus up/down to Machu Picchu.
• Entrance fee to Machu Picchu.
• English speaking guide.
• Train tickets back to Cusco
• Transfer to your hotel.

Daily departures: 5:30 AM.

Additional information:

• Confirmation of the excursion will be received at time of booking.
• All tours are operated in English unless otherwise stated.
• All your personal information is required at the moment of your booking.

Travel voucher:

• For every confirmed booking you will be required to print a voucher for presentation at our office in Cusco.
• You will receive an electronic voucher via e-mail once your booking is confirmed.

Local Operator Information:

• We will send you a complete operator information, including phone numbers at your destination in Cusco.
• Our Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind.

Accommodation in Cusco:

• In order to meet you easily in the city of Cusco, we might book also a hotel or hostel room for you depending on your budget. We have especial deals with hotels and hostels in Cusco. Do not hesitate in asking.

How to book this tour....

In order to book this excursion and see payment details, please click here

Description:

1° Day. Early train ride to Aguas Calientes

Early in the morning, at 5:30 am, transfer to the Train Station of San Pedro in Cusco. The train leaves at 6:00 am towards Aguas Calientes, a modern little town close to the Sanctuary of Machu Picchu. The train ride to Machu Picchu is one of the most beautiful journeys that visitors can experience in our country. The first 30 minutes the train makes its way up following a zig zag route ascending level by level to the upper part of the Cusco city, passing popular neighbourhoods and allowing travellers to enjoy a fantastic view of the sunrise over the Inca capital of Cusco. Afterwards the train starts to descend gradually to the Sacred Valley of the Incas, riding throughout lush fields and small villages. From this moment on, the trip offers great natural sceneries, with many staggering views fo the Andes. After passing the villages of Ollantaytambo, the train will start to descend more and more, riding along the edge of the Urubamba River, till finally reach the cloud forest. After approximately 4 hours we will have arrived in Aguas Calientes, where a representative from our agency will welcome you and will take you (on foot, no taxis in this town) to your hotel. On this day we will not visit Machu Picchu, but on the next day (in case you want to visit Machu Picchu on this day, you can do it, but at your own expense). The day is free, so you may wander around the village, or go to visit the Museum of Machu Picchu, which is located down hill, about 1 kilometre away from Aguas Calientes. The museum of Machu Picchu shows fine Inca artifacts found at the zone, virtual videos of the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, and great pictures of the discovery of Machu Picchu by Hiram Bingham. At Aguas Calientes, if you wish, you can go late in the afternoon to relax in the thermal baths. The hot springs are located on the upper section of the village; visitors may ask for orientation at the hotel. Overnight at the selected hotel.

2° Day. Early guided visit to Machu Picchu. Return to Cusco.

In order to enjoy a peaceful atmosphere in Machu Picchu and avoid large numbers of tourist, it is advisable to go there early in the morning; therefore we will leave at 5:30 am, after breakfast. Our guide will pick you up in your hotel and then will take you to the local bus station to catch the bus that goes up to the ruins of Machu Picchu. The bus ride to the sanctuary of Machu Picchu lasts around 20 minutes and it follows a steep winding path, offering spectacular views of the surrounding mountains.
Upon your arrival, our guide will show you the most important sectors of this great Inca City, such as the great Intiwatana (solar clock), the Sun Temple, the urban sector, the agricultural sector among others.
Machu Picchu was long thought to be legendary. Then in 1911, the explorer Hiram Bingham stumbled upon it remains. Machu Picchu stands 2,430 m above sea-level, in the middle of a tropical mountain forest, in an extraordinarily beautiful setting. It was probably the most amazing urban creation of the Inca Empire at its height; its giant walls, terraces and ramps seem as if they have been cut naturally in the continuous rock escarpments. The natural setting, on the eastern slopes of the Andes, encompasses the upper Amazon basin with its rich diversity of flora and fauna.
The guided tour in Machu Picchu will last about 2 hours, and afterwards you will have free time to explore the ruins on your own, and if you wish, you might climb the Huayna Picchu Mountain, the huge mountain that appears on the background in every classic picture of Machu Picchu. It takes about one hour or so to get to the top, following very steep stairs, though is a little hard, at the top you will be rewarded with one of the most impressive views in your lifetime. Later on, we will take the bus down to Aguas Calientes, where you will have time for lunch and also to explore the many craft shops in Aguas Calientes. At Aguas Calientes, if you wish, you can go to relax in the thermal baths. The hot springs are located on the upper section of the village; visitors may ask their local guide how to get there. Finally, at around 4:00 pm, we take the train back to the city of Cusco, arriving there after nightfall.

End of the tour.

Included:

• Pick up from your hotel.
• Train ticket to Aguas Calientes.
• 01 night mid-range accommodation in Aguas Calientes
• Bus up/down to Machu Picchu.
• Entrance fee to Machu Picchu.
• English speaking guide.
• Train tickets back to Cusco
• Transfer to your hotel.

* Meals are not included.

Daily departures: 5:30 AM.

Additional information:

• Confirmation of the excursion will be received at time of booking.
• All tours are operated in English unless otherwise stated.
• All your personal information is required at the moment of your booking.

Travel voucher:

• For every confirmed booking you will be required to print a voucher for presentation at our office in Cusco.
• You will receive an electronic voucher via e-mail once your booking is confirmed.

Local Operator Information:

• We will send you a complete operator information, including phone numbers at your destination in Cusco.
• Our Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind

Accommodation in Cusco:

In order to meet you easily in the city of Cusco, we might book also a hotel or hostel room for you depending on your budget. We have especial deals with hotels and hostels in Cusco. Do not hesitate in asking.

How to book this tour....

In order to book this excursion and see payment details, please click here