About this experience
Experience an incredible visit to the world-famous Inca city of Machu Picchu, as you explore its ingenious architecture, history and what daily life was like for residents, during this day trip from Cusco. It’s the perfect opportunity for first-time visitors, families and individual travelers to make an in-depth exploration of this amazing archaeological site.
Depart from Cusco in the morning, with pickup from your hotel and a transfer from the city center to the train station. Then enjoy a scenic, 2-hour train ride, offering stunning views of the mountainous terrain that makes up the area near Machu Picchu. Arrive in Aguas Calientes, the small village located at the base of this famous Inca site, and board a bus for the short ride to this sacred citadel.
One day before the tour one of our representatives will visit you at the hotel in Cusco, to give you detailed instructions for your tour Machu Picchu.
At a glance
- Duration: 12 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 12 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Local guides to help you plan
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What is included
- Lunch
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel Transfer-Train Station-Hotel
- Restroom on board
- Train Ticket
Itinerary and highlights
Spend a day exploring the jaw-dropping Inca citadel of Machu Picchu during this all-inclusive day trip leaving from Cusco.
Discover this renowned mountaintop Inca site with a guide, learning about its construction, history and what daily life was like for its residents. The trip’s relaxed, non-strenuous pace is a great option for first-time visitors, families and solo travelers alike, and features three different train ride options.
The trip also includes round-trip hotel transport, guides, transfer from Cusco to Machu Picchu (via train and bus), a delicious lunch and the site entrance fee.
Our tour spends more time at Machu Picchu than any other day trip.
All the transportation is included, making it easy to cross this wonder of the world off your bucket list.
We’ll put you in the epicenter of the Inca Empire.
The craft market of Machu Picchu Pueblo. A place full of charm. In the market you can get handicrafts, and you can also eat. From there you can tour the town before your return to Cusco.
In the market you can buy beautiful souvenirs of your trip. Admire the local culture, talk to the townspeople.
Meeting and pickup information
- Guides identified with banners with your name.
- A day before the tour: Our guides will visit the hotel to give you instructions for your tour. We pick up at most hotels in Cusco.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Ivantours
Accessibility and practical details
- 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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