Visit Machu Picchu, the lost city of the Incas, in just one day

Visit Machu Picchu, the lost city of the Incas, in just one day

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Type of serviceShared & private

Machu Picchu Full Day: A Sacred Experience Among Mountains, History, and Ancestral Energy

We invite you to experience an exceptional day at one of the most enigmatic and spiritual destinations on the planet: Machu Picchu. This full-day trip from Cusco to the sacred citadel offers an immersion in Inca architecture, natural majesty, and Andean energy, creating a truly memorable and spiritual experience.

During the journey, passengers will have the opportunity to enjoy beautiful landscapes, including valleys, mountains, rivers, and cloud forests. At the mountain's summit, surrounded by snow-capped peaks and lush vegetation, unfolds a labyrinth of temples, terraces, and ceremonial centers, erected with a precision that defies imagination. You will experience the spiritual power of the place, understand the Andean worldview, and connect with the living history of the Inca people.

This tour is designed for those seeking experiences beyond a simple sightseeing visit. This is an opportunity to discover the essence of Peru in one day, combining elements such as nature, mysticism, ancestral wisdom and the country's moving beauty.

Overview

Duration: One full day

Included & Excluded

You will find detailed information about the services included in our tours and hikes below. Please read the list of inclusions and exclusions carefully.

Round-trip train tickets on the PERU RAIL EXPEDITION tourist service.
Bus tickets for travel up and down from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu.
Entrance to Machu Picchu
Private transfer to the train station in Cusco.
Guide and transportation authorized by MINCETUR
24-hour assistance
Commissions: VISA, MASTERCARD, AMERICAN EXPRESS, DINERS, and PAYPAL

Meals not described in the itinerary.
Tips and gratuities
Flight tickets

Itinerary

Duration: One full day

Experience: Spirituality, architecture, landscapes, and connection with nature

4:00 to 5:00 a.m.: Pickup from the hotel and transfer to the train station.

Our day will start early with an early pickup from your Cusco accommodation. We will head to the Ollantaytambo train station, passing through the beautiful Sacred Valley as the sun rises over the Andean fields. The journey itself is an introduction to the majesty of the natural environment.

At 7:45 a.m., we will board the train to Aguas Calientes.

Board a comfortable tourist train and enjoy the scenic ride alongside the Urubamba River. As we approach the edge of the jungle, the landscape changes radically. High mountains covered with vegetation, chasms, waterfalls, and snow-capped peaks accompany us as we enter the heart of the Andes. The visual experience is intense and deeply spiritual—a perfect prelude to what is to come.

10:00 to 10:30 a.m.: Take a bus ride up to the citadel of Machu Picchu.

In Aguas Calientes, take an ecological bus up a mountain road surrounded by forests and mystical mist. Excitement builds as we climb the final stretch before reaching the entrance to one of the most sacred sites on the planet.

11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.: Guided tour of Machu Picchu, exploring spirituality, architecture, and living history.
Explore this Incan wonder with a specialized guide who will reveal the secrets of this ancient sanctuary. The tour focuses on:

Spirituality and energy: Machu Picchu is more than just an urban center; it was also a sacred place of spiritual connection. Visit the Temple of the Sun, the Intihuatana (Inca sundial), and other ceremonial structures that reflect Andean cosmology and the worship of the sun, moon, and mountains
Sacred architecture: Admire the perfection of the stone carvings, agricultural terraces, water channels, dwellings, and ritual centers, which reflect the Incas' advanced engineering knowledge and harmony with nature
Natural scenery: Enveloped by cloud forest and surrounded by the Huayna Picchu and Putucusi mountains, the citadel offers unique panoramic views of valleys, rivers, forests, and snow-capped peaks in the distance. This seamless integration of human work and nature elevates the experience to a spiritual and contemplative level

You will also have some free time to stop and meditate, or simply admire your surroundings and feel the energy emanating from this sacred place.

1:00 to 1:30 p.m.: Return to Aguas Calientes for a free lunch.

We will descend back to Aguas Calientes, where you can enjoy lunch at one of the local restaurants. This is a good time to rest, process the experience, and purchase handicraft souvenirs.

4:20 p.m.: Return train to Ollantaytambo.

You will begin your return trip with a fresh perspective after your experience in Machu Picchu. The familiar landscape feels more intimate and meaningful.

From 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., you will be transferred by vehicle from Ollantaytambo to Cusco.

Finally, you will board transportation that will take you back to your hotel in Cusco. You will arrive with a heart full of emotions, new perspectives, and a unique connection to one of the most magical places on the planet.