17 hours
2 languages
Instant confirmation
Mobile ticket

Highlights

Full Tour from Cusco to Machu Picchu by Train This full Machu Picchu tour combines history, adventure and comfort in a single day from Cusco. Start with a transfer from your hotel to Ollantaytambo train station, enjoying the landscape of the Sacred Valley. During the train journey, you can admire mountains, rivers and Andean villages as you approach the mystical Inca citadel. Upon arrival, a professional guide will accompany you through Machu Picchu, sharing the history, architecture and cultural significance of this World Heritage site. You will have plenty of time to explore, take pictures and connect with the unique energy of the place. The tour includes train return to Ollantaytambo and transfer to Cusco, offering an organized, comfortable and safe experience. Perfect for those who want to discover Machu Picchu in one day, enjoying every moment of this world wonder.

Inclusions

What's included

Entrance to the Citadel of Machu Picchu - Circuit and schedule according to availability
Hotel pickup in Cusco and return to the hotel
Transport Cusco - train station - Cusco
Bus to Machu Picchu up and down
Professional English or Spanish guide
Train ticket Ollantaytambo - Machu Picchu - Ollantaytambo

What's not

Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Other extra expenses generated by the passenger
Upgrade for Vistadome, Observatory trains (Check prices)

Itinerary

The tour starts with pick-up from your hotel in Cusco between 4:00 and 5:30 a.m., depending on the train departure time and entrance to Machu Picchu. This early schedule allows you to make the most of your visit to the Inca citadel and ensures that the tour is organized and comfortable. During the transfer to the train station, you can enjoy the first landscapes of the Sacred Valley, taking in mountains, rivers and small Andean villages as you prepare for the adventure of the day.
Passes by
Ollantaytambo – Boarding the train Once we reach Ollantaytambo, we will board the train that will take us to Aguas Calientes, the base village of Machu Picchu. Boarding point may vary depending on availability and will be confirmed by the operator prior to travel. During the train journey, you will enjoy panoramic views of mountains, rivers and Andean villages, offering a comfortable and picturesque experience that combines transportation and unique landscapes of the Sacred Valley.
30 min
Upon arrival at Aguas Calientes, also known as Machu Picchu Pueblo, you will have time to rest and prepare before visiting the citadel. Here you can walk through its picturesque streets, enjoy the view of the Urubamba River and, if you wish, have a coffee or snack before going up to Machu Picchu. This stop allows travelers to get acclimatised and organized, ensuring that the Inca wonder experience is comfortable and memorable.
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Guided tour of Machu Picchu From Aguas Calientes, we will take the transport to the entrance of Machu Picchu, where a professional guide will accompany you during the exploration of this iconic Inca citadel. During the tour, you will discover the history, architecture, and cultural significance of Machu Picchu, while appreciating its temples, squares, and agricultural terraces. You’ll have plenty of time to take pictures, enjoy the breathtaking views of the Andes and connect with the unique energy of this UNESCO-listed sacred site.
3 hAdmission included
At the end of the guided tour in Machu Picchu, we will return to Aguas Calientes, where you can enjoy a buffet lunch to relax and recharge after the adventure. Afterwards, we will take the train back to Ollantaytambo, again enjoying the spectacular landscapes of the Sacred Valley. From Ollantaytambo, a transport will take you back to Cusco, leaving you near your hotel or Plaza de Armas, concluding a full and unforgettable day exploring one of the most emblematic wonders of the world
1 h
After taking the train from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo, we will board a comfortable bus that will take us back to Cusco. During the journey, you can enjoy the last landscapes of the Sacred Valley, remembering the highlights of the day. Arrival in Cusco is planned in the afternoon, where you will be dropped off near your hotel or Plaza de Armas, ending this complete and organized experience that combines adventure, history and nature in one of the most emblematic destinations in Peru.
Passes by
After taking the train from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo, we will board a comfortable bus that will take us back to Cusco. Arrival in Cusco is usually scheduled at night, where you will be dropped off at your hotel or at the Plaza de Armas, thus concluding a complete experience that combines history, adventure and nature in one of the most emblematic destinations in Peru.
Passes by

Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Reviews

5.0

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Know before you go

Pickup: Pickup is included for everyone.
Ticket type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group size: Up to 30 travellers
Operated by: Ausangate trail

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Tour start times depend on availability of Machu Picchu revenue and train departure times. If you have a preferred schedule, tell us and we will do our best to adapt to your plan
If you are unable to attend the tour, we can offer up to 60% refund, provided that the cancellation is made at least 4 days before the start of the tour.
the circuits are subject to availability, in case circuit 2 is not available the alternatives available at the time of booking will be offered, in case the customer does not accept the tour will be cancelled

How it compares in Cusco

Its from-price is 333% above the median of the 1358 day trips we list in Cusco.
It is longer than most of them.
By number of reviews it ranks 298 of 1358.

About Cusco

Cusco, the old Inca capital high in the Peruvian Andes, blends massive stone walls with colonial churches and is the gateway to Machu Picchu.

The Plaza de Armas is the heart of the city, framed by the cathedral and the Jesuit church of La Compañía. Inca stonework survives throughout the centre, most famously at the Qorikancha, the sun temple on which the Spanish built a monastery, and in the twelve-angled stone on Hatun Rumiyoc street. San Blas, the artisans' quarter, climbs steeply with workshops and cafés.

Top-ranked sights in Cusco: Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu, Ollantaytambo Ruins.

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