Built by the ancient Incans, Machu Picchu is a world heritage site of epic proportions. High in the Andes Mountains, the logistics to get there are like no other destination on the planet.

Link to Machu Picchu News

To visit Machu Picchu requires flights, trains, hotels & buses and a minimum of 3 days. We have streamlined the process, to make it easier & more affordable than most excursions offered by cruise ships. Our groups are small, or you could end up being in a private group. We guarantee all our bookings. Taking a cruise to South America is the perfect opportunity to leave your floating palace and check out the local culture and historical sights. This kind of trip is perfectly compatible with any cruise that includes at least one stop in Lima, Peru. 

Here's what we need to know:

  • how many people are in your group
  • date, time and name of arrival port
  • date, time and name of departure port

There are 3 "gateway" cities to get to Machu Picchu:

Lima, Peru.  The location of the airport, where you start with a short 1 hour/20 minute flight to the next stage in Cusco. 

Cusco, Peru. This is the place to access ground transportation and hotels depending on the number of days you have. 

Aguas Calientes. This is the nearest village to Machu Picchu,where you take the final leg of the journey by bus.

You can schedule your excursion to Machu Picchu during, before or after the cruise ends.  We will meet you at the airport or the main gate of Callao port or Pisco, arrange all your hotels, land transportation, entry tickets, train tickets and stops at other sights along the way. You will be escorted by a knowledgeable, English-speaking, local guide.

Our team in the US office will help you prepare for your trip. And we're available by phone if you have any questions or concerns.  We offer group discounts if you want to bring along some friends. 

3-Day Sample Itinerary:

Day 1- Arrive Peru / Fly to Cusco
Arrive and dock in port usually in Lima, or Pisco Peru. Our driver will be waiting outside the main gate to take you by car to the Lima airport. (From Pisco the drive is 4 hours) Fly 1 hour/20 minutes to Cusco where our English-speaking guide will be waiting with a driver and a car or van. Continue 2 hours by car through the Sacred Valley to Ollantaytambo where you overnight in local hotel.

Day 2 - Train to Machu Picchu / Train to Cusco
Guide escorts you about 5-10 minutes on foot to the train station where you ride about 2 hours through the picturesque Urubamba valley to Aguas Calientes. Stop for lunch (if desired) then continue 25 minutes by shuttle bus to the main entry of Machu Picchu. Enjoy a private guided tour about 2-3 hours on the circuit of your choice. Then return by bus to the village where you take the train back to Ollantaytambo. Our driver will be waiting to take you the final 2 hours by car to your hotel in Cusco where you checkin. (stop for luggage in hotel in Ollantaytambo on the way)

Day 3 - Fly Cusco to Lima / Transfer to main gate of port and return to ship

What's new at Machu Picchu? Follow this link to see the stories making the news.

The possibilities for adventure and sightseeing are endless. How about a box lunch picnic? Or a stop at the indigenous market in Pisac? This is the perfect vacation for wedding parties, honeymooners, photography clubs and educational tours. The next time you're dreaming about your cruise, don't be surprised if visions of Machu Picchu pop in to your head!

Contact Adios Adventure Travel to let us know your cruise schedule and we can set up a trip to meet your needs.