16 hours
2 languages
Mobile ticket

Highlights

Experience Machu Picchu with a carefully planned day trip that takes the stress out of visiting Peru's most iconic destination. From hotel pickup in Cusco to round-trip train travel, shuttle buses, entrance tickets, and a guided tour, every detail is organized so you can focus on the experience. Travel through the breathtaking Sacred Valley by train before exploring the ancient Inca citadel with a knowledgeable local guide who shares its fascinating history, architecture, and cultural significance. With seamless logistics, personalized assistance, and plenty of unforgettable scenery along the way, this tour is ideal for travelers who want to make the most of their time while enjoying one of the New Seven Wonders of the World in comfort and confidence.

Inclusions

What's included

Round-trip shuttle bus between Aguas Calientes and Machu Picchu
Assistance throughout the tour
Professional English- and Spanish-speaking local guide
Guided tour of Machu Picchu
Machu Picchu entrance ticket (according to availability and booked circuit)
Round-trip tourist transportation to and from the train station
Professional tour guide
Round-trip Expedition or Voyager train tickets (or equivalent, depending on availability)

What's not

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Any personal or private expenses

Itinerary

Your adventure begins with an early morning pickup from your hotel in Cusco. Travel through the beautiful Andean highlands toward the train station while enjoying views of traditional villages, mountain landscapes, and the Sacred Valley.
1 h
Travel through the breathtaking Sacred Valley, one of Peru's most scenic regions. Along the way, admire snow-capped peaks, fertile farmlands, ancient Inca terraces, and the winding Urubamba River before boarding the train to Machu Picchu.
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Enjoy one of the world's most spectacular rail journeys as your train follows the Urubamba River through dramatic canyons, cloud forests, and lush vegetation. Large panoramic windows provide excellent opportunities to admire the changing landscapes on the way to Machu Picch
2 h
Arrive in the charming town of Aguas Calientes, nestled at the foot of Machu Picchu. From here, board the shuttle bus that climbs the mountain to the entrance of the ancient Inca citadel.
30 min
Explore the iconic Lost City of the Incas with a professional guide who will bring its fascinating history to life. Learn about the remarkable engineering, agricultural terraces, temples, ceremonial areas, and the significance of this UNESCO World Heritage Site while enjoying spectacular panoramic views. Depending on your assigned circuit, you'll visit many of the site's most important sectors and discover why Machu Picchu is considered one of the greatest archaeological treasures in the world.
3 h
Relax on the scenic return train journey through the Sacred Valley, taking in the beautiful Andean landscapes one last time before transferring back to Cusco.
2 h

Cancellation

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

Know before you go

Pickup: Pickup is included for everyone.
Ticket type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group size: Up to 12 travellers
Operated by: Planet Odysseys

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

How it compares in Cusco

Its from-price is 390% above the median of the 1358 day trips we list in Cusco.
It is longer than most of them.

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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