Discover Machu Picchu on a full-day trip from Cusco with the Circuit 1B – Upper Terrace Tour. The journey begins with a train ride from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes, followed by a transfer to the Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu, where you will enjoy a guided visit along the Route 1-B: Upper Terrace.Circuit 1B is part of the Panoramic Circuit 1 and offers wide views of the Inka city of Machu Picchu, the surrounding mountains and the valley landscape. The guided visit lasts approximately 2 hours and has an Easy difficulty level, making it a suitable option for travelers who want to visit Machu Picchu in one day without undertaking a mountain hike.
Note: Machu Picchu entrance, train and transfer schedules may vary depending on ticket availability. Advance booking is recommended, and final schedules should be confirmed with the agency.
Itinerary
CUSCO – MACHU PICCHU CIRCUIT 1B – CUSCO
The journey begins with hotel pickup in Cusco between 04:00 and 05:00 a.m.
You will travel by tourist transportation to the Ollantaytambo train station.
From there, you will board the tourist train to Aguas Calientes, enjoying the landscapes of the Sacred Valley of the Incas along the way.
Upon arrival in Aguas Calientes, our staff will meet you at the station exit to provide assistance and directions.
You will then take the tourist bus to Machu Picchu, located at approximately 2,430 m / 7,972 ft above sea level.
At the Historic Sanctuary, you will enjoy an approximately 2-hour guided visit along Circuit 1 – Route 1-B: Upper Terrace.
This panoramic route provides broad views of the Inka city of Machu Picchu, the surrounding mountains, the Vilcanota River and the agricultural terraces.
After the visit, you will take the bus back to Aguas Calientes, where you will have free time to have lunch and explore the town.
Lunch is not included.
At the scheduled time, you will board the return train to Ollantaytambo, where you will connect with tourist transportation back to Cusco.
Arrival is scheduled for approximately 10:50 p.m., followed by transfer to your hotel.
Places to visit
Day details
Note: Pickup, train and Machu Picchu entrance times may vary depending on ticket availability. Lunch in Aguas Calientes is not included.
Inclusions
INCLUDES:
- Pickup and drop-off at your hotel in Cusco.
- Round-trip tourist transportation from Cusco to Ollantaytambo train station.
- Round-trip tourist train ticket to Machu Picchu.
- Professional English- or Spanish-speaking guide.
- Entrance tickets to Machu Picchu.
- Round-trip bus ticket from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu Sanctuary.
NOT INCLUDED:
- Meals in Machu Picchu.
- Services not mentioned.
Before Traveling
RECOMMENDATIONS:
- Bring your identification documents or passports.
- Bring warm clothing for the return journey.
- Bring cash for meals or souvenir purchases.
- Bring a backpack with essential items.
- Bring water and snacks.
Important
- We recommend reading the detailed itinerary to know what will be included in the tour.
- Bring rain gear from December to April.
- The guide only provides guided services inside the Machu Picchu Sanctuary.
- If you have tickets for Mountain, Huchuy Picchu, Huayna Picchu, or the Inca Bridge, the guide does not enter these areas and will only accompany you to the entrance gate.
- Please specify your preferred guiding language when making your reservation.
- A NO-SHOW (non-refundable) applies to people who do not show up on the agreed date, abandon the tour, or wish to cancel the services after the minimum cancellation deadline.
- Read the tour date-change and cancellation policies described at the bottom of your invoice.
- Tour prices do not include travel insurance.
Packing List
Essential
Passport
Medications
Extra money
Water bottle
Sunscreen
Insect repellentClothing
Trekking pants
Rain poncho
Hiking boots
Sun hat
Rain jacket
UV sunglassesEquipment
Day backpackRecommended
Snacks / energy bars
Power bank
Camera

