Machu Picchu Guided Tour with Lunch
Experience a full-day tour of Machu Picchu, starting with a scenic train ride to Aguas Calientes. Enjoy a guided two-hour tour of the ancient ruins, followed by lunch before returning. Discover the wonder of this iconic site with ease.
Area
Cusco, Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu
Type
Active
Art & Architecture
Community & Culture
History
Wildlife & Nature
Grade
Luxurious
Who
Adults
Teens
Young Kids
Duration
Half Day
Start your day with a morning departure between 8:00 AM and 10:30 AM, traveling by train to Aguas Calientes. You’ll arrive between 9:30 AM and 12:00 PM.
After disembarking, it’s just a five-minute walk to the bus station, where you’ll catch a bus to Machu Picchu. The bus ride takes 15 to 25 minutes, winding through scenic terrain.
Once you arrive at the Machu Picchu sanctuary, your guided tour will begin, lasting approximately two hours. You'll explore the key sites and learn about the history of this incredible location.
Today you will also enjoy lunch at a selected restaurant, either before or after your visit to Machu Picchu, depending on entrance schedules.
This experience offers a straightforward way to explore one of the world’s most significant archaeological sites.
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