Poroy station, first alternative for the trip to Machu Picchu by train This is the closest train station, but there are only six departures every day, with departures to go only in the morning and to return only in the afternoon (1 day tours).

DETAILED ITINERARY

Day 1: Cusco – Poroy – Aguas Calientes.

We pick you up at your accommodation according to the agreed time, then we’ll take you by car to the Poroy Train station (located 30 minutes from Cusco), from this place we’ll take three hours train ride, we’ll pass by small typical villages, nice valleys, snow-covered mountains and many local people performing their daily life, to arrive in Aguas Calientes (town of Machupicchu), arriving there, our staff will pick you up to take you to your hotel (Afternoon free), by night you’ll meet the guide to talk about the the next day Machu Picchu.

Day 2: Aguas Calientes – Machupicchu – Aguas Calientes – Poroy – Cusco.

After breakfast you’ll go up by bus to the archaeological site of Machupicchu, where you’ll have two hours guiding tour, the guiding will be around the main places of the citadel, then, you’ll have free time to explore Machupicchu and take pictures by yourself (You’ll have the option to climb up to Waynapicchu mountain), after the free time we’ll return to Aguas Calientes where you’ll have free time to have lunch; depending of your train schedule you have to be in the train station ready to take your train that after three hours will arrive again in Poroy train station and from here we’ll bring you back to your accommodation in Cusco again.

THE VOYAGER MACHU PICCHU TRAIN (INCA RAIL)

THE 360° MACHU PICCHU TRAIN (INCA RAIL)

Train Characteristics:

• Comfortable seats with tables in front
• Outdoor Observatory Wagon
• Bigger and Wider Panoramic windows.
• Healthy Box Lunch with cold and warm drinks
• USB port to charge mobile devices

TOUR PACKAGE INCLUDED 360° TRAIN

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THE FIRST CLASS TRAIN (INCA RAIL)

Train Characteristics:

• Plush seats with tables in the front for maximum on-board comfort
• Ample windows throught which you can admire the beautiful lanscape
• Welcome Cocktail and Gourmet menu.
• Irresistible selection of hot and cold drinks prepared using fresh local fruits and herbs.
• Private Bus to the Citadel.
• Exclusive bar with premium brands.

TOUR PACKAGE INCLUDED FIRST CLASS TRAIN

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EXPEDITION TRAIN (PERU RAIL)

Train Characteristics:

• Comfortable seats with tables in the front
• Semi Panoramic Windows.
• Snacks and Drinks optional to buy.

TOUR PACKAGE INCLUDED EXPEDITION TRAIN

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VISTADOME TRAIN (PERU RAIL)

Train Characteristics:

• Very comfortable seats, artificial leather, (semi-reclining)
• Panoramic Windows.
• Snacks service on board.
• Selection of hot or cold non-alcoholic drinks (one hot drink and one cold drink per person)
• Typical dances and Fashion Show on the return trip from the Machu Picchu Station.

TOUR PACKAGE INCLUDED VISTADOME TRAIN

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The difference between the Expedition and Vistadome Trains (PeruRail) and 360° Trains (IncaRail) would be the seats and their taller and wider windows that make them more panoramic, besides the type of Snack; Hiram Bingham (PeruRail) and Presidential Train (IncaRail) are Luxury trains.

The difference between the two companies is not much, both of these go through the same route and the journey lasts the same time, Peru rail is the company that has more schedules available and Inca Rail a company very committed to the service, if you want more information about trains please inquire.

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This Train Station is located to one and a half hours from Cusco, from these place you have different train departure during the day to go and come back.

the Ollantaytambo station is the best option for a trip to Machu Picchu by train, it is very crowded by the visitors who made the tour by the sacred valley of the Incas.

DETAILED ITINERARY

Day 1: Cusco – Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes.

We’ll pick you up at the hotel in Cusco according to the agreed time, then we’ll take you by bus passing by beautiful landscapes and valleys, you’ll be able to see smalls villages with local people in the route, then you’ll arrive in Ollantaytambo’s Train station (located 1 and ½ hours from Cusco), from this place we’ll go by train one and a half hours to arrive in Aguas Calientes (town of Machu Picchu), once you arrive, our staff will take you to your accommodation (Afternoon free), by night you’ll meet the guide in the hotel to talk about the departure time for the next day “Machu Picchu”.

Day 2: Aguas Calientes – Machupicchu – Aguas Calientes – Ollantyaytambo – Cusco.

You’ll have the option to go up very early in the morning to Machupicchu to see the sunrise, the first bus departing at 5:30 a.m., the bus trip lasts (25 minutes), once you arrive you’ll have two hours guided tour, the guiding will be around the main places of the citadel, then, you’ll have free time to explore Machupicchu (you have the option to climb up to Waynapicchu Mountain) and take pictures by your own, after the free time you’ll return to Aguas Calientes where you’ll have a free time to have lunch; then you’ll take the train to go back to Ollantaytambo again, so there we’ll pick you up to bring you back by bus to Cusco and your hotel (Arrival time is according the train you choose)

Ollantaytambo is the train station where you have more train departures and arrivals.

INCA RAIL TRAINS

Train Characteristics:

• Comfortable seats with tables in front
• Outdoor Observatory Wagon
• Bigger and Wider Panoramic windows.
• Healthy Box Lunch with cold and warm drinks
• USB port to charge mobile devices

TOUR PACKAGE INCLUDED 360° TRAIN

BOOK NOW FROM US$ 339.00

PERU RAIL TRAINS

The difference between these two companies is not much, both of them go by the same way and the trip last the same 1 and 1/2 hours; Peru rail is the company who has more departures and Inca Rail a company committed with the tourist service; If you want more information about the trains please consult.

The Tour Package price can change according to the departure and arrival time and the kind of train you would like to take.

TOUR PACKAGE INCLUDED VISTADOME TRAIN

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Includes tour machu picchu by train:

• Briefing in our office or your Hotel a day before.
• Pick up from your Hotel.
• Transportation Cusco – Train Station and Train Station – Cusco.
• Round trip train ticket.
• Bus tickets from Aguas Calientes to Machupicchu and Machupicchu to Aguas Calientes (Round Trip).
• Entrance ticket to Machu Picchu.
• Entrance fee to Huaynapicchu Mountain
• Professional tour guide in Machupicchu (English or Spanish).
• Permanent assistance.

Not Included:

• Accommodation in Aguas Calientes (We can provide you a Hostel or Hotel if you require, or you can visit www.booking.com).
• Meals (You have several restaurants from US$ 8).
• Entrance fee to Machupicchu Mountain (Cerro) US$ 65.00 (an extra hike of 3 and 1/2 hours) ask for availability there are just 400 spaces per day.
• Tips (this is optional, our staff is well remunerated, this is why it is not something indispensable or expectant, any amount will be well received).

Important:

• US$ 29.00 Off for those people belong to Andean Comunity (Perú, Colombia, Ecuador y Bolivia).
• US$ 25.00 Off for those students with Under graduated student card, (this ID must be made in PVC material, and it must have the next requirements: university information, personal student information, student picture, and expiration date valid only for one year, it year must coincide with the year that student visit Machu Picchu, the discount until 25 years old.), the ISIC cards are not valid any more.
• US$ 25.00 Off for those under 18 years old.
• US$ 40.00 Off for those children under 8 years old; kids under 3 years old don’t pay anything if they don’t have a sit on the buses and train.
• According to the new regulation of Sustainable Use and Tourist Visit for the conservation of the Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu 2019, the entrance ticket to Machu Picchu is valid only for a single entry to the park (this means: The passenger enter, walk around, go out and can not re-enter again), usually all people stay between 4 and 5 hours into Machu Picchu, if you would like to stay a longer time, you must buy another ticket (US$ 50.00 Extra), the park is open until 17:30 hrs.
• Prices are for tours in shared service (group tour), groups of 15 to 20 people, inquire for prices in private tour.
• We have a departure every day.
• To start this tour, you have to be at least one day before in Cusco.

What you need to take:

• The tickets that are given in the briefing a day before your trip.
• Original Passport (This is requested to take the trains, the buses and to get into Machupicchu).
• small rucksack (backpack) smaller than 30 liters.
• Repellent for Mosquitos.
• Sunscreen.
• Water, snacks.
• Rain Poncho (The climate is quite changeable, it is better to be forewarned).
• Comfortable clothes (somewhat warm) when you leave early and return late is a bit cold, it’s better to feel comfortable with your temperature.

STEP 1: SEND YOUR INFORMATION“

Complete the booking form DOWN HERE or send data of all the travelers to reservas@inkatimetours.com as full name, passport number, nationality, date of birth, or a copy of passports, indicating the exact date of travel; Our privacy policies are strict, INKA TIME will use this information exclusively to nominate the reservation tickets, we never share this information with third parties.

STEP 2: MAKE A DEPOSIT“

Choose the best way to pay and make a payment, for this tour, the payment (deposit) is 50%; There are 03 ways to pay: Payments via “PayPal”, with any debit or credit card VISA, MASTER CARD, AMEX (these last two options have an 8% fee), also Wire money by Western Union any extra commissions or fees charged must be assumed by the customer; when you send your information you have to specify the payment method you would like to use, then when we mail you back We will send you a request for payment through the platform you chose.

STEP 3: TOUR CONFIRMATION

Upon receipt of all passenger(S) data and once we received information on your payment, we will send you your receipt (VOUCHER OF RESERVATION), at this moment your reservation will be guaranteed 100%. (this will be sent at most in the next 8 hours, considering our business hours GMT – 5).

1. The tour seems perfect to me, I know I don’t have much time, but is it enough to visit Machu Picchu?

Yes, indeed. Choosing any itinerary, you will have between 3 to 4 hours at the citadel, two hours for a guided informational tour, and then free time.

2. I want the tour, but including the ascent to Wayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain, is that possible?

Yes, it is possible. You can climb early in the morning to Machu Picchu, then before or after the guided tour, you can do these extra hikes. This will depend on the schedule you have for accessing the mountains. We take care of making these additional mountain access reservations.

3. I arrive one day earlier in Cusco, do you think I will have problems with the altitude at Machu Picchu?

Many people arrive in the same way as you do. Machu Picchu is much lower in altitude than Cusco, so if you have any problems in Cusco, you will surely feel better in Machu Picchu because the only way to avoid problems or complications with altitude is to descend. Cusco (3350 meters) Machu Picchu (2450 meters), Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu Town (2050 meters).

4. I’m traveling with my family, we have an 8-year-old child and a 65-year-old adult, will there be much difficulty for them?

This tour is one of the most comfortable. However, in Machu Picchu, there is walking involved; it is the only way to visit the park. If someone has difficulty walking, I recommend taking a private tour, so they can do the tour at their own pace without following a group.

5. I don’t like to give my personal passport information, is there a way to book the tour only with names?

We understand your concern, but the requested data is exclusively to fill in the information on your tickets. These tickets are electronic tickets, it’s like taking a plane, you have to show the ticket and your original passport. Our privacy policies are very strict, your information will be in safe hands, we also hate SPAM.

6. From what time can I enter Machu Picchu?

The Machu Picchu sanctuary is open from 6 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Please note that the last entry to the sanctuary is at 3:00 p.m.

7. How long does the visit to the Machu Picchu Llaqta last?

The visit to the Machu Picchu Llaqta lasts approximately 4 hours. Remember that if you enter at the last time slot of 3:00 p.m., you will only have 2 hours to visit, as they close at 5:00 p.m.

8. What if I have a delay and cannot do the tour?

Unfortunately, all tickets would be purchased and you would lose the entire tour. Any change or cancellation of the tour has a penalty. This rarely happens, but if it were to happen, we assure you that we would do everything in our power to assist you. We recommend reviewing our refund/cancellation policies.

9. How far in advance should I book the One Day Tour to Machu Picchu?

It is recommended to book the One Day Tour to Machu Picchu at least two months in advance.

10. What is the best season to do the One Day Tour to Machu Picchu?

The best season to do the One Day Tour to Machu Picchu is during the dry season, which runs from May to September. However, if you want a lusher, wooded landscape with fewer people, you can do it from October to April.

11. Can I add Waynapicchu to this tour?

Yes, you just need to request it via WhatsApp to add Waynapicchu, but keep in mind there is an extra cost and consider your physical condition.

12. Do children and students pay the same ticket price as adults?

No, children and students pay a reduced price compared to adults to enter Machu Picchu.

13. What is the location of the Machu Picchu hot springs?

The Machu Picchu hot springs are located in the upper part of the town, which means that to reach them you must walk, as there is no public transport in this area. The starting point of your walk will be Plaza Manco Capac, from where you will continue along Pachacutec Avenue, then continue along Hermanos Ayar Avenue. Keep going straight on the road and you will notice the stone sculptures; continue in that direction and eventually, you will find the entrance to the hot springs.