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Machu Picchu by Train Independent Adventure

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3 daysDuration
Group TourJoin a group of travelers
25 peopleMaximum group size
12 - 100 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Easy
Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.
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Highlights

Explore colonial Cusco.

Travel by rail to ancient Machu Picchu.

Learn ancient traditions at the G Adventures-supported women's weaving co-op

Itinerary

For experienced travelers who want to visit Machu Picchu without the rigors of trekking, the Machu Picchu by Train Independent Adventure is your ticket to the Inca heartland in comfort and style. This easy-paced, three-day guided trip starts and ends in Cusco, connecting you to the legendary Lost City of the Incas via scenic train rides through the Sacred Valley.

Along the way, there’s time to explore local culture and support G for Good projects, making your journey both meaningful and memorable. The unique selling point of this tour is its seamless blend of convenience and cultural enrichment, offering a stress-free yet immersive approach to one of the world’s greatest archaeological sites.

day 1Cusco/Aguas Calientes

Discover the Sacred Valley on a guided tour. Stop at the G Adventures-supported women's weaving co-op. Break for lunch at the G Adventures-supported Parwa Community Restaurant in Huchuy Qosco. After, catch the train to Aguas Calientes for the evening.

Meal
Lunch
Accomodation
Hotel Wiracocha Inn (or similar)
Transport
Private Vehicle Duration : 1.75 hr Distance : 94 km, Local Train Duration : 1.5 hr
Included Activities
Ccaccaccollo Community and Women's Weaving Co-op visit, Parwa Community Restaurant the Sacred Valley

day 2Machu Picchu/Cusco

day 3Cusco

What's Included

Accommodation
Hotels (2 nts).
Meals
2 breakfasts, 1 lunch
Note: Allow USD85-110 for meals not included.
Transport
Train, bus, walking.All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Guide
G Adventures Rep in Cusco, specialist Inca CEO (Chief Experience Officer) in Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu
Included activities
Your G for Good Moment: Ccaccaccollo Community and Women's Weaving Co-op visit, CcaccaccolloYour G for Good Moment: Parwa Community Restaurant the Sacred Valley, LamayArrival and departure transfersTrain to Aguas CalientesGuided tour of Machu Picchu

Customer Reviews

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SharonVerified Traveler
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From start to finish our experience with G Adventures was smooth and hassle-free. Everything was taken care of. Helpful and accessible booking agents and online tools got us started, and our experienced, friendly and incredibly knowledgeable guide led us on an adventure of a lifetime. We found the independent travel options in Peru suited our schedule and the pace was a perfect fit. We highly recommend G Adventures.

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RebeccaVerified Traveler
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A really phenomenal experience. We feel really lucky we got to experience machu picchu in such a great way.

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