One-day visit to one of the wonders of the world, Machu Picchu. The Machu Picchu Inca citadel, beautifully built in the fifteenth century by Inca Pachacútec, is an impressive archaeological monument considered a royal hacienda destined to the cult of the gods and a challenge to the ruling builders’ skills, built as a refuge for the elite of the Inca aristocracy. It has been considered one of the Seven Wonders of the World since 2007 and is located at 2,430 meters altitude in the Urubamba River valley. Visiting this place is an unforgettable experience. Payment: 50% deposit to secure the reservation (via bank transfer, Western Union, PayPal, or major credit/debit cards), remaining 50% paid upon arrival. PayPal purchases include 180 days of purchase protection. Cancellation policy applies for further details. To make a reservation, personal information and the corresponding payment must be sent; the reservations department will then send an e-voucher or receipt, which must be printed and presented at the start of the tour. A minimum of one person is required. Prices are in dollars and are per person.
Pick up from accommodation
Early morning transfer to the train station in Ollantaytambo
Board the train bound for Machu Picchu, enjoying views of the valleys and indigenous peoples along the way
Arrival at Machu Picchu town (Aguas Calientes)
Bus tour of approximately half an hour up to the sanctuary; admission check
Guided visit to the Inca complex: Temple of the Sun, Intihuatana, sacred rock group, Temple of the Three Windows, the Mausoleum, and other points of interest
Free time for photographs and independent exploration
Free time in Machu Picchu town: walking, craft shops, Plaza de Armas
Board the train back to Ollantaytambo
Tourist transport awaits to transfer back to Cusco; transfer to accommodation; end of service