
Journey to Machu Picchu The Jewel of the Andes
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Is Journey to Machu Picchu The Jewel of the Andes worth booking?
Journey to Machu Picchu The Jewel of the Andes is a 12-hour experience in Cusco, Peru, from $380 per person. It scores 48 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 48 / 100
- Rating
- Not yet rated
- Duration
- 12 hours
- From
- $380 per person
Experience Machu Picchu in just one day! Your Full-Day Machu Picchu Tour is designed to let you enjoy one of the wonders of the world to the fullest—in comfort, safety, and with everything taken care of. Leave your worri
What you get
- Vehículo con aire acondicionado
- Lunch
- CERTIFIED GUIDE
- Consettur bus tickets (round-trip)
- TOURIST TRANSPORTATION OLLANTAYTAMBO - CUSCO
- TRAIN TICKET MACHUPICCHU - OLLANTAYTAMBO
About this experience
Experience Machu Picchu in just one day! Your Full-Day Machu Picchu Tour is designed to let you enjoy one of the wonders of the world to the fullest—in comfort, safety, and with everything taken care of. Leave your worries behind and put everything in the hands of experts while you focus on enjoying every moment. From the start of the trip, we’ll accompany you on an unforgettable journey through breathtaking landscapes until we reach the majestic Inca citadel. This tour is ideal for those who are short on time but don’t want to miss the chance to visit Machu Picchu.
What's included
Included
- Vehículo con aire acondicionado
- Lunch
- CERTIFIED GUIDE
- Consettur bus tickets (round-trip)
- TOURIST TRANSPORTATION OLLANTAYTAMBO - CUSCO
- TRAIN TICKET MACHUPICCHU - OLLANTAYTAMBO
- HOTEL PICKUP
- OXYGEN ASSISTANCE
- PROFESSIONAL GUIDE IN MACHUPICCHU
Not included
- Additional expenses
- ENTRANCE TICKET TO MACHU PICCHU
What you'll see and do
Machupicchu
We’ll pick you up at your hotel at 4:00 a.m. (in Cusco’s historic center) and drive to the train station in Ollantaytambo. We’ll board the tourist train bound for the town of Aguas Calientes. Upon arrival in the town, a staff member will be waiting for you to coordinate the final details. We will then head to the bus station to board the buses that will take us to the entrance to Machu Picchu. Your guide will be waiting for us at the entrance to begin the approximately 2-hour tour. Once the tour is over, we will return to the town of Aguas Calientes, where we will have lunch. Afterward, we will have free time to explore the town of Aguas Calientes. At the end of the tour, we will head to the train station at the scheduled time to board the train bound for Cusco. Estimated arrival time is 8:30 pm, or depending on train availability.
720 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Cusco
Wait near the fountain in the plaza
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Machupicchu Tours Peru
Know before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Good to know
- Duration
- 12 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 10+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 48
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Journey to Machu Picchu The Jewel of the Andes: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cusco.
How much does Journey to Machu Picchu The Jewel of the Andes cost?
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Prices start at $380 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Cusco usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Journey to Machu Picchu The Jewel of the Andes take?
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Plan for about 12 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Cusco is not rushed.
Is Journey to Machu Picchu The Jewel of the Andes worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 48 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Cusco, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Journey to Machu Picchu The Jewel of the Andes?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Journey to Machu Picchu The Jewel of the Andes suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 10. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 12-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Journey to Machu Picchu The Jewel of the Andes?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Cusco can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Cusco and add a light layer if any part of the 12-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Journey to Machu Picchu The Jewel of the Andes start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Cusco within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Cusco?
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On Outty we rank every Cusco experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Sacred Valley Full Day Tour, Full-Day Humantay Lake Trek (Meals Included), Cusco: Rainbow Mountain & Red Valley Premium Day Trip with Meals. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Cusco?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Cusco?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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