Machu Picchu Day Trip from Sacred Valley
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore the ancient Incan citadel of Machu Picchu
- Enjoy scenic train ride through the Sacred Valley
- Learn about Incan history from a knowledgeable guide
- Capture breathtaking panoramic views of the Andes Mountains
- Experience the rich cultural heritage of Peru
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Round-trip train tickets from Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchu
- Guided tour of Machu Picchu with an expert local guide
- All necessary entrance fees and permits
- Meals and beverages during the tour
Meeting point
Start Location
Estación Ferroviaria de Ollantaytambo, Avenue Ferrocarril, Ollantaytambo, Peru
Important information
Know before you book
- This tour requires a moderate level of physical activity, including walking and climbing stairs.
- Be prepared for high altitudes; it's advisable to acclimate in the Sacred Valley before the trip.
- Train schedules are subject to change; confirm departure times upon booking.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven terrain.
- Bring a light jacket or sweater, as temperatures can vary throughout the day.
- Carry a small backpack with essentials like water, snacks, and a camera.
Cancellation policy
0All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Accessibility
- Infants Required On Laps
Good to know
- All the traveller personal information details (Full name, passport number, daybirth, nationality) must have been provided correctly in the moment that the booking was made.
- Time Train departure can be change depending of availability, for that reason the departure change 2 hours after, this change going to be indicated for one of our representative.
- The guided tour lasts around 2.5 hours
- Machupicchu Admission ticket, bus tickets and train tickets are included in this tour and will be sent via viator extranet.
- Due to high demand and limited admission tickets to the citadel, VIPAC will issue inmediately your admission ticket on trails 1-2-4. Supplement apply for Wayna Picchu mountain (trail 4 plus) and Machu Picchu peak mountain (trail 3).
- Shifts entry by hours from 6 am to 2 pm. Our shared tour considers 9 am, 10 am and 11 am shifts. If the shifts are not available, we will open a new shared tour in the next hour available. Our staff will inform you for acceptance.
- This shared tour could has a waiting time of up to 40 minutes to start the tour, depending on Machu Picchu shift time and train timetable avaliability.
- Machu Picchu has implemented new visitor circuits, with three main routes with specific differences to distribute passengers in various areas. These changes are intended to improve the visitor experience and preserve the integrity of the archaeological site. The circuit with route 2 will be given as priority and if it is not available, the options of taking circuit 3B or circuit 1B will be informed so that you can confirm your decision before the tickets are issued.
Traveler reviews
The best part was the guide.
I just want to mention the guide who was with us, Godfrey. A very attentive and kind gentleman, with a good level of knowledge.
My trip was the Sacred...
My trip was the Sacred Valley to Machu Picchu day trip in Peru. Communication with the Viator phone center can provide info that is incorrect, so there should be several efforts to clarify the scope and details of the activity. Even though the Viator description on their website stated transfer from my hotel to the train station was included, the phone center indicated twice to me it was not. Also, as to obtaining the train, bus, and entry tickets, I was told three different methods: QRs sent through email; direct delivery the day of the activity by the local ViPac rep; or mailed to my hotel. Given that, communication with the local ViPac rep. Mr. Jose Aquilar was a big help, as he took the extra effort to clarify what was included in the package, and ensured that I received my activities documentation, sending me the QRs needed. I'm very appreciative of Mr. Aquilar, as he demonstrated professionalism and patience in helping me get the information and documentation needed the day before the trip. Regarding the trip, it was excellent, highly due to the local ViPac reps; they all showed up where I expected them, easily identifiable, courteous and informative. As it turned out my daughter and I were the only ones on this trip, so we were able the interact with our guide "Frank" and ask all our questions, which he did expertly and was quite knowledgeable of Machu Picchu and it's history.
Ultimate Experience at Machu Picchu
Machu Picchu is a once in a lifetime experience. This bucket list visit did not disappoint, in no small part due to our expert ViPac guide Ronald - who was extremely knowledgeable, helpful, and friendly. He wanted to ensure that we had the best possible experience (and we did)! I strongly recommend ViPac guides for your Peru excursions.