About this experience

We will visit Machu Picchu Mountain and have a panoramic view of the entire Inca city of Machu Picchu. To make this tour it is necessary to book months in advance.

Short itinerary:

3:00 am Sightseeing Transfer from Cusco to Ollantaytambo
5:05 am We will board the tourist train from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes.
7:00 am Bus ride from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu
8:00 am Climb Machu Picchu Mountain. You will have an excellent view from the top of Machu Picchu, this route is ideal because you will have panoramic views of Machu Picchu-
13:00 pm Bus from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes
Free afternoon
18:20 pm Return train from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo
20:05 pm Return Shared Transportation Ollantaytambo to Cusco
21:30 pm Arrival in Cusco and Drop off in the center of Cusco

Note: Problems that may arise as natural disasters / stoppages the agency will only try to help you as it is an external problem.

At a glance

Duration: 18 hr

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Machu Picchu Mountain Tour in 1 Day

Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour18 hr

Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details

Guide languagesEnglish (live guide), Spanish (live guide)

Set aside 18 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Local guides to help you plan

Machu Picchu Mountain Guide

Plan Machu Picchu Mountain with the correct Ruta 1-A ticket, clear Circuit 1 comparisons, arrival rules, packing restrictions, and live-status checks.

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.

Machu Picchu Day Trip From Cusco

A Machu Picchu day trip from Cusco is possible, but it requires advance entry tickets, carefully matched transport, and a very early start. Use this practical guide to choose a circuit, build a realistic schedule, compar

What is included

Pickup at the hotel
Drop off in the center of Cusco
Touristic expedition Ollantaytambo - Aguas Calientes - Ollantaytambo
Personal assistance
Entrance ticket to Machu Picchu mountain
Bus Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu - Aguas Calientes
Tourist transfer from Cusco - Ollantaytambo - Cusco

Not included

Professional guide / Travel insurance
Services not mentioned in the program

Itinerary and highlights

We will visit the Inca city of Machu Picchu and then you will have time to visit the Machu Picchu Mountain.

Meeting and pickup information

We will pick you up at your Hotel or Airbnb in Cusco. You must indicate the exact address.

Languages and tickets

English — Guide
Spanish — Guide
Mobile Only

Tour operator

DONPeruTours

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
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

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

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?

The supplier lists a duration of 18 hr.

What are the pickup arrangements?

We will pick you up at your Hotel or Airbnb in Cusco. You must indicate the exact address.

Which guide languages are listed?

English (live guide), Spanish (live guide).

What ticket format is listed?

Mobile ticket.

What ticket age bands are listed?

Youth tickets: age 8–15; Adult tickets: age 16+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.

What is the cancellation policy?