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From Cusco: Machu Picchu Day Trip by Train

FULL DAY MACHU PICCHU TOUR (1 DAY) ⏰ 3:30 – 4:00 a.m. | Hotel Pick-up (Cusco) Pick-up from your hotel in central Cusco. Private or shared transport to Ollantaytambo. Duration: ~1 hour 45 minutes – 2 hours. Recommendation: bring a snack and water; it's cold early in the morning. 🚆 6:00 – 7:30 a.m. | Train to Aguas Calientes Board the tourist train (PeruRail or Inca Rail). Scenic ride along the Vilcanota River. Duration: ~1.5 hours. Arrival at Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu town). 🚌 8:00 a.m. | Bus to Machu Picchu Bus ride from Aguas Calientes to the Machu Picchu entrance. Duration: ~25–30 minutes. Zigzag road with breathtaking views. 🏛️ 9:00 – 11:30 a.m. | Guided Tour of Machu Picchu Entrance with official ticket (assigned circuit). 2–2.5 hour guided tour. Main highlights: Temple of the Sun 🌞 Main Plaza Intihuatana Temple of the Three Windows Agricultural terraces Plenty of time for photos 📸. Professional guide in English or Spanish. 📌 Optional (with extra ticket and prior reservation): Machu Picchu Mountain Huayna Picchu Mountain 🍽️ 12:00 – 1:30 p.m. | Lunch in Aguas Calientes Bus back to town. Free lunch (or included depending on the tour). Restaurants offer Andean and international menus. Free time for shopping or strolling. 🚆 2:30 – 4:00 p.m. | Train back Train from Aguas Calientes → Ollantaytambo. Schedule varies depending on availability. Relax and enjoy the scenery 🌄. 🚐 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. | Return to Cusco Transport from Ollantaytambo