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Cusco – Private Full Day All Inclusive Tour to Machu Picchu by Hiram Bingham and Vistadome Observatory Trains

12.5 Hours
Groups: Up to 2 People
Difficulty: 4
Available: All Year
Pick-up: Accommodation
Min Age: 2+

Ready to discover our world wonder? Machu Picchu, a Wonder of the World, is one of those places you always want to return to, having been the setting for one of the most important civilizations in South America (the culture known as “the Incas”). To this day, its constructions still hold many mysteries.

Discover all the magic of the Inca citadel on this All-Inclusive Full-Day Tour to Machu Picchu from the city of Cusco, which combines 2 of the most beautiful travel experiences to the Sacred Citadel: One leg will include service on PeruRail’s Hiram Bingham Train, which, besides being ranked as one of the most beautiful luxury train journeys in the world, will provide you with a memorable experience.

What will you visit on this Package?

Ollantaytambo Town.
PeruRail’s Hiram Bingham and Vistadome Observatory Train Cars.
Aguas Calientes Town.
The Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu.

Pick-up place

Pick-up from the hotel (valid only for hotels near the Main Square of Cusco).

See the route and distances here: Google Maps

All-Inclusive Package

Private transfer Hotel/Wanchaq Station/Hotel.
Belmond Train Hiram Bingham ticket in outbound or return service according to your choice (Bimodal service according to season, includes 1 maximum luggage of 8 kilos per person).
PeruRail ticket in Vistadome Observatory service in outbound or return service according to your choice (Bimodal service according to season).
Cultural welcome show in the VIP waiting lounge of the Hiram Bingham car.
Observatory car and an outdoor balcony in the Hiram Bingham and Vistadome Observatory cars.
Bar car, a space destined for the tasting of beverage services on board in the Hiram Bingham and Vistadome Observatory cars.
Restaurant car, a refined environment to delight in exquisite meals during the journey of the Hiram Bingham car.
Gourmet lunch and dinner inside the Hiram Bingham car.
Live music show in the Hiram Bingham and Vistadome Observatory cars.
Entry ticket to Machu Picchu Circuit 2 (classic designed route or lower terrace according to availability).
Bus ticket up and down to Machu Picchu.
Guided tour of the Machu Picchu citadel in private service.
Professional Bilingual Guide.
Cocktail in the mountains at the Sanctuary Lodge hotel within the Hiram Bingham service.
Storage for luggage of 8kg and measurement of 157 cm (height + length + width) in the Hiram Bingham and Vistadome Observatory cars.

(*) Gourmet dinner is only available for trips from Machu Picchu Pueblo towards Cusco (Hiram Bingham service).

(**) If choosing the Hiram Bingham car for the return, take into account that lunch in Aguas Calientes will have a surcharge of USD 19 dollars.

(***) We suggest booking this train with at least 45 days in advance to ensure your entry.

Price

All-Inclusive Package for 1 person:
- Outbound Service on Hiram Bingham Train/Return on Vistadome Observatory: US$ 699
- Outbound Service on Vistadome Observatory Train/Return on Hiram Bingham: US$ 718
All-Inclusive Package for 2 people:
- Outbound Service on Hiram Bingham Train/Return on Vistadome Observatory: US$ 689
- Outbound Service on Vistadome Observatory Train/Return on Hiram Bingham: US$ 708
Price per person.
Rates valid ONLY for FOREIGNERS, if you are National or a Member of the Andean Community (BOLIVIA, COLOMBIA AND ECUADOR), write to us to send you a quote via Whatsapp

To detail

This features a luxurious dining car, a bar car, and an impressive observatory car which, in the company of a Peruvian cocktail and local shows, will complete your trip with live music.

For the second leg of the trip (outbound or return according to your choice), you will be able to live the experience of traveling in the Vistadome Observatory Train car, where you can also enjoy a panoramic car, live music, and an Andean fashion show featuring clothing made with the finest alpaca.

This Full Day will start very early in the morning, when our transfer will pick you up from the comfort of your accommodation, then it will be time to board the PeruRail Bus and Train service (Bimodal) that you have chosen for your first leg. We will make a journey of approximately 2 to 3 hours. Upon your arrival at Aguas Calientes Town (the starting point for the visit to Machu Picchu), our private guide will already be waiting for you, who will accompany you throughout the entire tour to the Llacta or city of Machu Picchu. Our local guides will be in charge of providing you with all the details and history of this impressive Historic Sanctuary, also known as the Llacta of the Incas, currently one of the most visited places in the world. Here you will be able to learn about the Ancient Inca culture, take the best photos, and let yourself be amazed by the incredible views.

Once the visit is concluded, we will return to the train station to get ready for the return on the second leg of your choice, this service departs in the afternoon arriving in the city of Cusco at nightfall. Our service ends with a final transfer to the comfort of your accommodation.

Location: Urubamba, Department of Cusco, Peru.
Distance from Lima to Cusco by plane: 42 minutes. By Bus: 22 hours approx.
Distance from the city of Cusco to Aguas Calientes by train: 4 hours.
Distance from Aguas Calientes to the Sanctuary of Machu Picchu: 30 minutes.
Maximum height in Machu Picchu: 2439 meters of altitude (8001 feet).
IMPORTANT: Have good acclimatization to the altitude.
Climate: Cold temperate. Average annual temperature 11ºC (51.8 °F).
Low season: from December to February (rainy season).
High season: from April to November (adding June, July and August 22).

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Itinerary

Option I:FULL DAY TO MACHU PICCHU OUTBOUND HIRAM BINGHAM/RETURN:

06:50: Pick up from the Hotel towards PeruRail’s Wanchaq Station.
07:20: Departure by Bus towards Ollantaytambo Train Station.
09:00: Transfer at Ollantaytambo Train Station to the Hiram Bingham Train towards Aguas Calientes.
12:24: Arrival at Aguas Calientes Town.
12:35: Bus ride up to Machu Picchu.
13:10 Start of the Machu Picchu Tour (approximate time).
15:40: End of the Machu Picchu tour and return to Aguas Calientes.
16:20: Free time for souvenir shopping.
17:23: Departure by Vistadome Observatory train towards PeruRail’s Ollantaytambo Station. (Remember it is necessary to be at the station 40 minutes before).
19:15: Arrival at the train station and transfer by Bus towards Wanchaq Station in Cusco.
21:40: Transfer from Wanchaq Station towards the hotel.

*The Itinerary may vary according to train availability and season of the year.

Option II: FULL DAY TO MACHU PICCHU OUTBOUND VISTADOME OBSERVATORY / RETURN HIRAM BINGHAM:

05:00: Pick up from the Hotel towards PeruRail’s Wanchaq Station.
05:40: Departure by Bus towards Ollantaytambo Train Station.
08:00: Transfer at Ollantaytambo Train Station to the Vistadome Observatory Train towards Aguas Calientes.
09:54: Arrival at Aguas Calientes Town and free time to freshen up.
10:30: Bus ride up to Machu Picchu.
11:00 Start of the Machu Picchu Tour (approximate time).
13:30: End of the Machu Picchu tour and return to Aguas Calientes.
14:00: Buffet Lunch in Aguas Calientes Town with an extra charge** (drinks not included).
15:00: Free time for souvenir shopping.
17:50: Departure by Hiram Bingham train towards PeruRail’s Ollantaytambo Station. (Remember it is necessary to be at the station 40 minutes before).
20:50: Arrival at the train station and transfer by Bus towards Wanchaq Station in Cusco.
22:10: Transfer from Wanchaq Station towards the hotel.

*The Itinerary may vary according to train availability and season of the year.

Tren Hiram Bingham a Belmod Train Machu Picchu

Tren PeruRail Vistadome Observatory

FAQs

What is the best time to go to Cusco?

Cusco can be visited throughout the year, but if you want to travel in the best season, we recommend you go between the months of April to October, as the probability of rain during those months is low, making the mountains look more majestic and with lots of sunshine.

What important details should I know about Full Day?

The Machu Picchu tour will be conducted as a private service, meaning that the guiding is solely and exclusively for the passengers taking this Full Day, with the exception of the train transfers, which will be carried out as a shared or group service:

–TRAIN TO AGUAS CALIENTES: The seat locations within this service are reflected on the ticket that will be sent to you electronically at the time of the package purchase.

Remember that the MAXIMUM ALLOWED LUGGAGE per client will be 1 piece of luggage of 8 kilos; if this exceeds the allowed amount included per person, please take note of the ADDITIONAL COSTS during the train journeys that you will have to cover: Additional carry-on or bag up to 8kg: USD 15 dollars. 23kg suitcase: USD 25 dollars (costs per luggage unit).

How long in advance can I make a reservation?

Minimum 2 months before the scheduled travel date and/or subject to availability of entrance tickets to Machu Picchu (Circuit 2). If you are from a neighboring country or any other part of the world, we recommend booking at least 3 or 4 months in advance if your arrival date falls during high season in Cusco.

Do I need to bring any identity document during the Full Day?

Yes, it is essential that all participants carry a valid DNI, Immigration Card or Passport during the completion of this Tour.

Do not forget to review all the complete T&C here Terms and Conditions.

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