About this experience
This is an especially good travel option to see the historic location if you're pressed for time, for anyone who's missed out on booking a spot on the Inca Trail but still wants to see the city, for families with young children, or for those less physically able Machu Picchu is a wonder of the world and should be available to all who want to visit, not just those who can walk long distances.
At a glance
- Duration: 48 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 48 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
Machu Picchu Train From Cusco Guide
Plan the Machu Picchu train from Cusco with clear advice on bimodal routes, entry tickets, train classes, timings, baggage, and booking order.
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
- Round trip train service to Machu Picchu.
- Bilingual professional guide.
- CONSETTUR buses from ascent to descent.
- Hotel in Machu Picchu (1 night)
- Breakfast
- Tourist transport Cusco - Ollantaytambo - Cusco.
- Entrance to the citadel of Machu Picchu circuit 1 or 2
Not included
- Tips and luggage load.
- Other extras not mentioned.
- Aguas Calientess
Itinerary and highlights
See the overview, available options and booking details for the experience schedule.
Meeting and pickup information
- We also pick up from Airbnb within the historic center of Cusco.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Tierras Vivas
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
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