TOUR TO MACHU PICCHU BY TRAIN VISTADOME

TOUR TO MACHU PICCHU BY VISTADOME TRAIN

TRAIN DEPARTURE FROM OLLANTAYTAMBO OR POROY ACCORDING TO AVAILABILITY (With the train company Peru Rail)

DURATION:  1 DAY

SCHEDULE:

• DEPARTURE: 06:30 HRS. (OTHER AVAILABLE TIMES: 05:30, 07:30 AM)

• RETURN: 20:30 HRS.

ATTRACTIONS TO VISIT:

• MACHU PICCHU

ITINERARY:

In the morning, we will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco at 06:30 AM and transport you to the Ollantaytambo train station (approximately 2-hour drive) or Poroy (approximately 30-minute drive).
Once at the Ollantaytambo or Poroy station at 07:00 AM, we will board the train to head to the village of Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu village). The train ride lasts about 3 hours from Poroy or 1 hour and 45 minutes from Ollantaytambo. During the train journey, you will enjoy extraordinary landscapes and appreciate the flora and fauna of the Cusco region. (The Vistadome train offers panoramic carriages, large windows, and onboard service with drinks and snacks included). Upon arrival at Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu village), a representative from our agency (guide or transfer) will be waiting for you to provide all necessary instructions as we head to the bus station. Here, we will board the bus for a 30-minute zigzagging drive up the mountain to the entrance of the majestic Machu Picchu citadel at 2,430 meters above sea level (7,970 feet).

After getting off the bus, we will meet up with the group and proceed to the entrance control, where we will need to present our ticket and identification documents.

Once inside, the guided tour of the Machu Picchu citadel will begin. We will visit the main areas of the city with our guide, who will share all the fascinating history and information about Machu Picchu for approximately 2-3 hours. We will explore the most emblematic corners, enjoy panoramic views, and take unforgettable photos of this world wonder.

In the afternoon, according to our train schedule, we will head to the train station to board the return train from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo (about 2 hours) or Poroy 

(about 3 hours and 30 minutes). Once we arrive, our agency’s staff will be waiting to transport you back to Cusco. We will arrive in Cusco around 8:30 PM, ending a day full of discovery and adventure.

End of services.

INCLUDES:

• Informative session the day before the trip at your hotel at your preferred time (Available between 08:00 AM – 08:00 PM).
• Tourist transportation from your hotel in Cusco to the Ollantaytambo train station.
• Round-trip Vistadome train from Ollantaytambo station to Aguas Calientes and back to Ollantaytambo.
• Consettur bus ticket for the ascent and descent between Aguas Calientes village and the Machu Picchu Sanctuary.
• Entrance ticket to the Machu Picchu Sanctuary.
• Professional bilingual (English-Spanish) tour guide for your guided visit to the Machu Picchu Sanctuary.
• Tourist transportation from Ollantaytambo station back to your hotel in Cusco.

NOT INCLUDED:

• Tips, snacks, meals, and services not mentioned in the inclusions.
• Optional buffet lunch at Machu Picchu USD 25.00 (upon request).

WHAT TO BRING:

• Passport or DNI (required to board the train, bus, and enter Machu Picchu).
• You will receive all tickets in Cusco (Machu Picchu tickets, train, and Consettur bus tickets).
• Personal luggage (maximum 8 kg allowed on the train).
• Light walking shoes or sneakers.
• Water bottle.
• Raincoat (long poncho) during the rainy season (December – April).
• Long-sleeve shirts.
• Long pants.
• Sunscreen, wide-brimmed hat for sunny days.
• Mosquito repellent (Machu Picchu is located 430 meters / 7,972 feet above sea level).
• Sunglasses.
• Camera or video recorder.
• Small denomination money, in soles or dollars (preferably soles).
• Personal medications.

COST PER PERSON IN US DOLLARS:

DISCOUNTS:

• Tourists with a passport from the Andean Community (Colombia, Ecuador, Bolivia) receive a discount on the cost of the tour.
• Special discounts for groups of more than 4 people.

❖   ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: ENTRY AND OPTIONAL SERVICES:

Below, we present additional options you can add to your Machu Picchu experience, as well as important details you should know before your trip.

Optional Hikes: Huayna Picchu Mountain, Huchuy Picchu Mountain, or Machu Picchu Mountain:

If you wish to add more adventure to your visit to Machu Picchu, you can choose to hike one of the surrounding mountains. These peaks offer stunning panoramic views and a deeper connection with the natural environment. General entry to Machu Picchu is included in the tour, but if you wish to ascend to one of the surrounding mountains, you will need to purchase an additional ticket, as these hikes are not part of the general circuit.

A continuación, te presentamos opciones adicionales que puedes añadir a tu experiencia en Machu Picchu, así como detalles importantes que debes conocer antes de tu viaje.

Important: The visit to these mountains does not include a guide service. If you wish to add any of these options, we recommend contacting us in advance to check availability.

Train Schedules and Machu Picchu Entry Times:

• Train Schedules: The departure and return times will be subject to availability, and the exact pick-up time will be confirmed the day before the tour.

• Machu Picchu Entry: The allocation of entry tickets will depend on availability through the official website of the Ministry of Culture of Peru. In case tickets for Circuit 2 are unavailable, you may be assigned to Circuit 1 or 3, depending on availability. It is important to note that tickets tend to sell out faster as the date of use approaches, so we recommend booking in advance.

Informative Meeting or Briefing:
The day before the tour, our team will contact you via WhatsApp or email to coordinate the time for the informational meeting, which will take place at your hotel. During this meeting, our staff will provide a detailed explanation of the itinerary and hand you your train, bus, and Machu Picchu entrance tickets. We will also confirm the exact pick-up time from your hotel on the day of the tour.

The cost of the tour is for shared service, meaning you will be part of a group on the tour. If you prefer a private service, feel free to contact us for more information. For more details or any additional inquiries, you can email us at libertyperutravel@gmail.com or contact us directly via WhatsApp: +51 980 806 947 (Operations Area) / +51 908 851 331 (Reservations Area). We are here to make your experience unforgettable!