About this experience
Explore the famous Inca citadel of Machu Picchu, which daily makes our visitors enjoy with its amazing constructions, feel the energy of one of the most spiritual places in the world, explore the mystery that surrounds the jewel of the Incas and more make the best option
At a glance
- Duration: 15 hr–16 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 15 hr–16 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Local guides to help you plan
Machu Picchu Day Trip From Cusco
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Machu Picchu Train From Cusco Guide
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Choosing the Right Train to Machu Picchu
PeruRail or IncaRail, Vistadome or Expedition, Ollantaytambo or Poroy. The trade-offs nobody explains until you're already at the station.
What is included
- 2 nights hotel accommodation in Cusco
- Lunch
- Round trip bus tickets in Machupicchu
- Breakfast
- Private transfer hotel - train station - hotel
- Train tickets Ollantaytambo - Machu Picchu - Ollantaytambo
- Guided tour in Machupicchu
- Entry/Admission - Santuario Historico de Machu Picchu (Machupicchu entrance fees)
Not included
- Meals not stated (Lunch, Dinner)
- Gratuities
- International and local flights
- Extra night hotel accommodations
- Optional Cusco city tour + entrance fees (US$ 65) or Walking Tour + Dinner (US$ 75)
- Vistadome train upgrade fee US$ 95
- Private Guided in Machupicchu US$ 50
- Additional expenses
Itinerary and highlights
Explore the famous Inca citadel of Machu Picchu on a full-day tour from Cusco. Take the train to Aguas Calientes and then follow your guide on a 2-hour walking tour of the ruins. Visit key landmarks and learn about the Inca empire before exploring the sites on your own. Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant in Aguas Calientes before heading back to Cusco by train.
Meeting and pickup information
- Your hotel or airbnb in Cusco
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Inversiones Andean Fusion Sociedad Anonima Cerrada - Inanfu S.A.C.
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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