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Sunset at Machu Picchu

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DURATION: 13 hours

TYPE OF SERVICE: Group

LANGUAGES: Spanish and English

TICKET INCLUDED

TRAIN INCLUDED

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Prepare to be wowed by the magic of a Machu Picchu sunset

4 Signs you Should Visit Machu Picchu at Sunset

You want a peaceful Machu Picchu experience with fewer crowds
You are staying in Cusco and don’t want to take an early morning train to Machu Picchu
Capturing beautiful photos is essential to you, and you’d like to visit Machu Picchu during the golden hour
You hope to catch the best weather of the day, in the afternoon

What to Expect on the Sunset at Machu Picchu Experience

The Sunset at Machu Picchu experience starts with transportation from your hotel in Cusco’s Historic District to the train station. You will then board The Voyager, a train to the Machu Picchu Pueblo called Aguas Calientes.
The train route passes through the stunning, natural landscapes of the Sacred Valley.
Upon arrival in the Machu Picchu Pueblo, there will be time to pause, use the restroom, or freshen up prior to the ascent to the Inca ruins.
You will then board the comfortable and spacious Consettur bus with panoramic windows for a 35-40 minute ride to the Citadel of Machu Picchu.
After a short walk to the entrance, you will begin a guided tour of Machu Picchu, learning the history and mysteries of this sanctuary, one of the “New Seven Wonders of the World.”
The morning atmosphere adds refreshing energy to the ancient structures set in the breathtaking scenery.
Following the tour, you will have ample time to explore and eat lunch in the Machu Picchu Pueblo (at your own expense)
After lunch, you’ll board The Voyager Machu Picchu Train once again for the return trip to Cusco.
Upon arrival, you will be transported to your hotel in Cusco’s Historic Center.

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Itinerary

Start: We will pick you up at your hotel in Cusco (in a range between 7:30 and 8:30 AM depending on the location of your hotel) to take you to our office in Av. El Sol where we will board the bimodal bus that will take you to Ollantaytambo Train Station.
Start of the train trip: Departure from Ollantaytambo Train Station to Machu Pichu Pueblo will be around 11:15 AM on Inca Rail frequency 43. The trip takes approximately 1 hour and a half aboard The Voyager Machu Picchu Train.
Arrival at Machu Picchu Pueblo: Upon arrival, our staff will be waiting for you at the Machu Picchu station. At the exit of the station, your guide will be waiting for you, who will accompany you and explain everything you need to know for your visit to Machu Picchu.
Then, you will walk accompanied by your guide to the Consettur buses that will take you to the Citadel. On the way, we will show you the location of restaurants and how to get to them from the bus station so that you will be able to find them on your return. In less than 5 minutes you will arrive at the bus station.
Consettur bus transfer: Consettur buses leave on a recurring basis, the common waiting time is between 35 and 45 minutes. Once the trip starts, it will take you 30 to 40 minutes to get to Machu Picchu.
Arrival to Machu Picchu: Once at Machu Picchu, our staff will proceed to organize the group, give some final indications and start the fantastic visit to Machu Picchu with our certified guides.
Visit: The visit will last approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes. In this visit, our guides will tell you the stories that only an expert knows, will give you tips for the best photos, and you will be able to make the most of the visit you dreamed of.
Return by Consettur bus: Once you have enjoyed your visit, the history of the place, the fantastic view and have recorded everything in your camera, we will begin the return from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes Pueblo. We will be waiting for you around 4:45 pm at the Machu Picchu bus stop. We will wait again for the Consettur buses (about 30 - 40 minutes waiting time), once the trip starts, it will be 30 minutes of travel and you will be back to Machu Picchu Pueblo.
Free time: You will have approximately 1 hour to have lunch or walk around Machu Picchu Pueblo. We recommend that at 18:30 PM you start your transfer to the train station in Ollantaytambo.
Return train ride: At 19:00 PM you will board The Voyager Machu Picchu Train, frequency 46, to Ollantaytambo. You will be back in Ollantaytambo around 20:45 PM to board the Bimodal Bus to the city of Cusco and finally back to your hotel.
Details of the Sunset at Machu Picchu Experience
- Difficulty: 2/5

How to Prepare for the Sunset at Machu Picchu Experience

Remember!

Bring the passport registered when purchasing this experience. It's essential for verification at the entrance of the Citadel.
Bring a fully charged phone, camera batteries, and memory cards to document the train ride, the Machu Picchu ruins, and the Machu Picchu Pueblo
Bring an extra layer of clothing for cold, windy, wet conditions
Wear shoes and clothing suitable for moderate walking in wet, high-altitude conditions
Carry a water bottle, but please do not bring snacks into the Machu Picchu ruins
Document your trip and share your experiences to inspire others to visit Machu Picchu
Degree of physical difficulty: 2 out of 5.

Sunset at Machu Picchu Experience includes

Round-trip Tickets on The Voyager Machu Picchu Train
Transportation to/from hotels located in Cusco’s Historic District
Consettur bus ticket from the Machu Picchu Pueblo to the Machu Picchu Citadel
Entrance tickets for Machu Picchu
Professional bilingual tour guide

Sunset at Machu Picchu Experience does not include

Tips
Personal expenses
Meals and beverages.
Transportation to your hotel outside of Cusco's historic center.

Cancellations & Rescheduling

Cancellation and rescheduling are only valid until 07 days prior to a booked trip without penalty. Otherwise, you are responsible for 100% of the cost.
Changes and refunds exclude the value of the entrance to Machu Picchu Citadel since MINCUL (Ministry of Culture) does not allow it.

Sale Promotion

Promotion valid to travel until December 31, 2024.
Passengers are responsible to arrive on time to the itinerary established by the tour package; otherwise, they may later join the tour by their own account (transportation) and refund will not apply for the service not used.

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