Itinerary
Very early we contact you at your hotel and immediately transfer to the train station, to board the train that will take you to the town of Aguas Calientes, a point near the Sanctuary of Machupicchu, the trip lasts approximately 3 hours and 45 minutes, on the way you will observe landscapes of tropical jungle always accompanied by the Vilcanota River and the beautiful mountains. Upon arrival our representative will be waiting for you to take you to the bus station, from there you will continue the trip for 30 more minutes until you reach the Sanctuary of Machupicchu.
Upon arrival we enter one of the Wonders of the Modern World the Historic Sanctuary of Machupicchu, we will appreciate the incomparable beauty of its legacy, showing us the enigmatic of its places; architecture, such as:
The Main Square, is a place of great importance because religious ceremonies were carried out with the participation of the people.
The Temple of Sun: This is one of the most important precincts of Machu Picchu and is located at the southern end of the citadel. It is said that it was built to pay homage to the sun and that it also served as an astronomical observatory.
The Temple of the Three Windows: This is another important temple in Machu Picchu, located in the central area of the citadel.
The Intihuatana: This is a sacred rock carved in stone that is located at the top of the citadel and is believed to have been used by the Incas to measure the summer and winter solstices.
The Tower is a circular stone structure that has large windows and niches that open to the east, west, and south. It is believed that it was used as an astronomical observatory by the Incas due to its prime location on top of the mountain, which offered panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. These and many more impressive places exist to know the greatness of an organized, orderly, and hardworking empire, the pride of our country.
After 02 hours of visit, you must take the bus again to the town of Aguas Calientes, where you can enjoy lunch, and you can also know some places of tourist interest.
Generally, in the afternoon, according to the information received one day before your trip, at approximately 4:00 p.m. you will board the return train to Cusco. Upon arrival, we transfer you from the train station to your hotel in Cusco.
Trip Information
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Departure time:
- 04:30 approximately.
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Visiting time:
- 14 hours approximately.
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Includes:
- When you arrive to Cusco you Will have transfers in all Service, with our staff.
- Train ticket in Expedition Service from Cusco to Aguas Calientes.
- Travel by bus to the citadel of Machupicchu.
- Entrance to Machupicchu.
- Professional guide.
- Train ticket in Expedition Service from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo or Cusco.
- Assistance from agency staff.
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Not include:
- Extra expenses. (If you want to buy some souvenir or some snack, you should to have money for it)
- Lunch. (You have a lot options of restaurant for get yourself the lunch)
- Entrance to hot springs. (In Aguas calientes town there is a hot spring it is famous for its medicinal waters)
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Booking Forms:
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Regarding payment, we offer you different options, taking into account your comfort, paying online ensures your services, you can pay through our website using any type of debit or credit card – when using online payment, you must add to the total a commission of 2.9% this for reasons of service for the money transfer through commercial banks.
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To book the Machu Picchu tour, we request a deposit of 150 US dollars per person to ensure the income to the citadel and at the same time the train tickets for Machu Picchu, in this way, we guarantee the date and time of your next visit, the remaining balance must be paid up to 24 hours before the start of the tour. If you choose to pay the balance by card, in our office located in Cusco, a commission of 3.9% will also be applied.
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It is worth mentioning that all DEPOSIT IS NON-REFUNDABLE, NON-TRANSFERABLE, as well as entrance and train tickets.
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Additional information:
- The tour is conducted with Spanish or English guide in group.
- If you need another language, please contact with us.
- It is recommended to wear comfortable and warm clothes to protect from the cold.
- You must bring your original passport because is important for checking at the Machupicchu gate.
- We recommend bring sunscreen, wear a hat and comfortable walking shoes.
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If you have any questions:
- Of course, if you are a group or more than four-person, we have a special price, according to your needs.
- If you want a private service, please send a message telling us the number of passengers in your group.
- We are here to help you by WhatsApp at +51 984 562266
- You can also send us an email: info@aventurasecotrekperu.com or send a message in the following form:
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Frequently Asked Questions
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How do I prepare myself?
Travelers visiting the city of Cusco should take into consideration the issue of altitude. It is important to take time to acclimatize, the first day of arrival to the city, should eat light foods, and especially rest so that the “soroche or altitude sickness” will not disturb the plans of the visit. It is advisable, if health allows it, to drink a hot cup of a good infusion, we recommend a good mate de coca, to restore the discomfort in the body.
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Authorised Tour Operators
Cusco is a small city and the most important tours are at very close distances, it is always advisable to choose guaranteed options, there are many tour operators that are not authorized, before contracting a tour it is necessary that the visitor checks the most relevant information of the company in the government agencies that give the permission to provide tourist services in the city.
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Should I use cash money or credit cards for my trips?
For security reasons it is recommended that you use a certain amount of cash for minor purchases or to acquire any souvenirs or details that the visitor may be interested in. In the city of Cusco the great majority of businesses, use payments with credit or debit cards the case, likewise, there are many agents, banks, and exchange houses, which you can access to remove money without any inconvenience.
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How much luggage can I take?
Cusco is a city with a very varied climate, in the months of November to February, are known as the rainy season, the months of May until the end of July are the cold season, and the remaining months are warmer and with better weather. For this reason, it is recommended that visitors wear warm clothing on the tours they take, and always carry sunscreen, light clothing, comfortable shoes for walking, and what is necessary to enjoy the trip to the fullest.
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Health recommendations
It is recommended that you take out travel insurance in your home country for any health eventuality or mishap during your time in our country. If you are going to take a tour, either traditional or walking, we recommend that you inform the staff of the company of the different medical treatments that the visitor has been prescribed.