Tour to Machu Picchu with Vistadome Train
Overview
Enjoy an unmatched and mesmerizing Vistadome train journey as you pass through the wonderful Sacred Valley of the Inca! Your 3.5-hour journey takes you from Cusco (Poroy Train Station) to Aguas Calientes in style. Leaving the wide valleys, you enter a narrow canyon and sub-tropical jungle near the Amazon as you approach the quaint town of Aguas Calientes just below Machu Picchu. Take the shuttle up to one of the Wonders of the World: Machu Picchu! Take your time exploring the majestic Machu Picchu, the Inca ruins rich in archeological wonders and feel the thriving culture of the people who once resided there.
Map - Tour to Machu Picchu with Vistadome Train
FULL ITINERARY
Today is the day, Machu Picchu! Today is your once in a lifetime visit to the majestic Machu Picchu Citadel. We pick you up at your Cusco hotel at 6:30am, and then drive in our private van to the Poroy-Cusco Train Station for your train departing at about 7:35am.
In the rainy season, January through April, the Vistadome does not leave from Poroy. We pick you up at 4:45am from Cusco to drive to the Ollantaytambo Train Station for the 7:05am Vistadome Train. If you are staying in Ollantaytambo we will pick you up at 6:45am.
Travel through the Sacred Valley of the Inca, ringed by towering white glacial peaks. As you near Aguas Calientes, the wide valley becomes a narrow river canyon, where you enter sub-tropical jungle as you approach the Amazon. The sacred Vilcanota River will be your companion until your arrival at Aguas Calientes.
The guide will meet you at the train station at 10:52am. You will have a little time to get a sandwich or snack before going up to Machu Picchu on the shuttle bus (2,430mt/7972ft). Following the ancient footpath of the Incas, your guide will give you about a 2 hour guided tour of most of the important parts of Machu Picchu.
Returning to Aguas Calientes, you will catch the early evening 4:22pm, 4:43pm or 6:20pm Vistadome train train to Poroy, where we take you back to your hotel in Cusco, arriving between 8pm to 10pm depending on your train schedule. (See below the rainy season schedule and stations)
- Meals included: None
- Hiking up to the Sun Gate and Inca Bridge is not possible anymore because of new regulations.
- Hiking Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mt. is not possible due to the time restraints of the one-day tour.
- Return Vistadome Train time depends on availability and how much in advance you have booked.
RAINY SEASON TRAIN STATIONS
***Note that from January through April the Vistadome Train runs only from Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchu and from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo train Station. Return trains depending on availability during rainy season are at 4:22pm, 4:43pm or 6:10pm,
VISTADOME CLASS TRAIN
The Vistadome is the ideal train for those who want to have unimpeded views of the beautiful landscape through which you pass and appreciate the wonderful journey to Machu Picchu. Enjoy the luxury of the Vistadome train to Machu Picchu. Surrounded by glass, in cars with large panoramic windows on the side and ceiling, the carriages offer scenic views and numerous opportunities to capture amazing pictures. The Vistadome has a unique service, which allows the visitor to be immersed in the Andean Culture through its landscapes, music, and dance. (Due to the pandemic food is no longer available)
The Vistadome train provides travelers with on board personalized and first class service to give them an unforgettable once in a lifetime experience. It also has air conditioning and heating, leather seats that adjust the body to provide comfort and relaxation during the entire trip.
You start your journey at the Poroy station located about 25 minutes from downtown Cusco, the journey to Machu Picchu lasts just over three hours you arrive at Aguas Calientes.
Your return journey is from Aguas Calientes to Poroy through the Sacred Valley of the Incas, a journey lasting over 3 hours (except in rainy season). When you arrive in Poroy, you will transfer to a private van for your trip back to Cusco, arriving at your hotel at between 8 to 10pm depending on the schedule of your return train.
***Note: Return Vistadome Train time depends on availability and how much in advance you have booked.
Inclusions
PERU TOURING INCLUDED
- Transfer at 6:30am from your hotel to Poroy Train Station
- Vistadome train ticket from Poroy to Aguas Calientes
- Bus round trip from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu (30mins)
- Admission ticket for Machu Picchu Sanctuary
- Guided tour in English (2.5 hours approximately)
- Small group from 2 to 8 people, with an experienced English speaking guide
- Vistadome train ticket return from Aguas Caliente to Poroy.
- Dance presentation is included on the train
- Transfer from the train station to your hotel, arriving between 8pm to 10pm depending on your train schedule.
PERU TOURING NOT INCLUDED
- Hiking Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mt. not possible with the time schedule of a one-day tour.
- Drinks
- Meals
- Tips for your guide
WHAT TO BRING
- A small daypack with water to drink
- Snacks if you like
- Comfortable shoes or runners
- Camera
- Rain jacket or poncho
- A fleece or jacket,
- Basic toiletries
- Hat for the sun,
- Sunscreen
- Insect repellent.
- Passport (you cannot board the train or enter Machu Picchu without your passport)
- Student ID card if appropriate.
- Money for souvenirs and tips
Prices
The Tour to Machu Picchu with Vistadome train is available on any date that is best for you, as long as we have a minimum of 2 participants!
PRICE
- $397 USD per person
***Private service is available for $50 USD more per person.
***All entrance fees are included and we operate our tours in small groups averaging 5 persons with a maximum of 8!
DISCOUNTS
- 18 to 25 years old: $30 USD. Information required on student card: name of university, student name, photo of student, expiration date etc. A copy of the card is required at booking for government approval for discount.
- Under 18 years old: $30 USD. Please send us a copy of your passport at the time of booking.
- Under 11 years old: $40 USD. Please send us a copy of your passport at the time of booking.
Reviews Peru Touring
MoniGAbad2024-05-10Excellent tour and amazing experience! Overall this was an excellent tour and amazing experience! The operation is well organized and each staff member took very good care of us at each point along the way of the day trip. Our Machu Picchu guide Roy was warm and personable! He was also very knowledgeable and passionate about the historical and cultural significance of Machu Picchu. As he guided us through various areas of the site, we also had a little time to snap pictures and take in the beauty around us. Roy even showed us how to get really unique and spectacular shots! Seeing Machu Picchu was the highlight of our trip to Cusco!
Adrian L2024-05-08A great experience It was a great experience the place itself but it was even more enjoyable with Miguel’s explanation and knowledge of the place. Look for Miguel Angel Caunalla as your guide, best experience ever
Martin G2024-05-06Machu Pichu Machu Pichu was amazing and our tour guide Miguel made it even more memorable with his wealth of experience and knowledge. Thank you Miguel.
nico2024-05-06Inca Treasure I was very pleased with my experience on the trip to Machu Picchu! The guide, Roy, was exceptional, demonstrated a deep knowledge and passion for the history of the place, as well as being clearly proud of his culture. This greatly enriched the experience, making each explanation even more captivating. The place itself is truly stunning. The landscape is breathtaking and the feeling of being in such a historically significant location is indescribable. It feels like with every step, you are immersed in a scene from a photo or movie, transporting you to another time. The trip is worth every moment and every effort to visit. It is an experience that provides a unique connection with history and nature, leaving a deep mark on those who have the opportunity to experience it. I recommend this trip to anyone wanting an enriching and memorable experience! - The three musketeers
Jennifer G2024-05-06Amazing tour! The tour was amazing. Miguel did such an amazing job guiding us and was super patient. He took great pictures, knew all the angles, and made sure there wasn’t people in our shot. He was also very knowledgeable and explained everything very well.
Ana G2024-05-04Excellent Experience w/ Roy. Roy was a super great host, made my solo trip to Machu Pitchu fun. Very professional and on top of it, gave clear concise directions and explanations of the site as well. Our group was of #9 people and it felt just right. I was really happy with the trip.
Seaside6728112024-05-04A wonderful day Very well organized tour. Precise in times and directions. Our guide, Roy, was impeccable, very knowledgeable, helpful, attentive to every detail or need. It was a wonderful and unforgettable day 🥰 Tour with Roy, highly recommended!
David P2024-05-04Great Experience The tour to Machu Picchu was amazing! Roy did a great job as a guide, he‘s very knowledgeable and gave us a lot of time to take cool photos.
Amante II P2024-05-03Our guide Roy made our trip to Machu Picchu extra special as he was very knowledgeable about the history of the place Roy was the perfect guide and a very accommodating, punctual, informative, knowledgeable and good photographer. Highly recommended to my friends.
Jakub O2024-05-03great experience We really enjoyed this experience. Things were well organised and everything from the organiser was on time. The guide Roy exceeded our expectations, was extremely attentive and had an awesome angle and narration. The place itself is beyond imagination and its simply breathtaking. We are glad that we chosen this operator. We highly recommend them, would use again!
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