About this experience
Experience Machu Picchu at your own pace on a private day trip from Cusco or any hotel in the Sacred Valley. Transfers on modern transportation to and from the hotel, train tickets, bus fares and entrance to the archaeological site are conveniently included, so you don’t have to waste time organizing transportation or standing in long lines. At Machu Picchu, you will enjoy detailed comments and the exclusive attention of your personal guide.
• Enjoy a scenic train journey that will reveal magnificent views of the landscape.
• Enjoy fabulous views of the Andes on this Machu Picchu full-day excursion
• Visit the ruins and terraces of Machu Picchu with an expert guide
• Enjoy quality service in with new transportation, and specialized staff
• Choose from three train options to suit different budgets
At a glance
- Duration: 14 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 14 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
- IMPORTANT: All traveller passport details are required for the private full-day Machupicchu excursion from cusco (full name and passport ID). Provide all passenger names, passport numbers, date of birth and nationality. All this will be done at the time of booking.
- What to wear: sunglasses, comfortable clothes and shoes, hat, blocker, repellent, canteen, extra power battery, jacket, small backpack with some clothes enough to stay overnight.
Local guides to help you plan
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Machu Picchu Train From Cusco Guide
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Machu Picchu Day Trip From Cusco
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What is included
- Aguas calientes bus ticket – Machu Picchu - Aguas calientes
- Private guide in Machu Picchu (select at time of booking)
- bottle of water
- Meeting a day early to receive information and details of the visit
- Train ticket (select your train class) Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes – Ollantaytambo
- Ticket to Machu Picchu circuit 2 (subject to availability)
- Private door-to-door service in modern vehicles (hotel pick-up and hotel drop-off)
Not included
- Personal expenses
- Food and beverages
- Tips (optional)
Itinerary and highlights
05 : 30 am. The tour starts with pickup from your hotel in Cusco, Pisac, Ollantaytambo, or the Sacred Valley, we will take you in our modern comfortable private transportation to the train station located in the town of Ollantaytambo.
Here you will board the train that will take you to Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu Pueblo), the duration of the train tour is 1 hour and 45 minutes. All along the way you will appreciate beautiful landscapes with extensive terrain of crops, livestock, mountains and snowy peaks.
VOYAGER TRAIN : Travel in comfortable carriages with large windows to enjoy the scenery. It offers snacks and drinks on board.
VISTADOME TRAIN (PANORAMIC): With panoramic windows on walls and ceiling, this train connects you to nature. On the way back, enjoy a fashion show with baby alpaca garments that you can buy.
VISTADOME OBSERVATORY TRAIN: Enjoy an exclusive car with panoramic views and music typical of the Saqra, living an immersive journey between nature and culture.
Once you arrive at Aguas Calientes train station, our guide will be waiting to take you to the bus station, then we will travel for 30 minutes until we reach Machu Picchu.
Open your arms and feel the magic of this ancient place, enjoy the breathtaking view from the Inca citadel, walk with your private guide along the main altars, streets. Take the classic photo from the top, it is sure to be a moment you were looking forward to, know better the history and architecture of this wonderful place.
After visiting Machu Picchu, you will return to Aguas Calientes for lunch and explore the village of Aguas Calientes, which has many restaurants and craft shops.
At the time indicated on the ticket, we will board the train back to Ollantaytambo
Here your driver will be waiting for you with a sign with his name written, will take you to his hotel in Cusco. Approximate arrival time in Cusco 19 : 30 pm.
NOTE: The indicated times are referential according to how far in advance you have booked the tour, we should see, train availability and type of entrance to Machu Picchu.
Meeting and pickup information
- Free pickup from hotels , hostels, house, apartments within the historic center of the city of Cuzco or any hotel in the Sacred Valley. If you do not find your location, contact the courier after booking.
Languages and tickets
- Portuguese — Guide
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- FLY CUSCO Perú Travel Agency
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- IMPORTANT: All traveller passport details are required for the private full-day Machupicchu excursion from cusco (full name and passport ID). Provide all passenger names, passport numbers, date of birth and nationality. All this will be done at the time of booking.
- What to wear: sunglasses, comfortable clothes and shoes, hat, blocker, repellent, canteen, extra power battery, jacket, small backpack with some clothes enough to stay overnight.
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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