About this experience

Guided Tour of Machu Picchu: Explore the ancient citadel with expert guides who will lead you through its main areas of interest, including iconic sites like the Temple of the Sun and the Room of the Three Windows, providing insights into their historical significance.
Free Time in Aguas Calientes: After the guided tour, enjoy leisure time in Aguas Calientes to explore the town, savor local cuisine, or relax before your journey back.
Comfortable Return Journey: Relax and unwind as you journey back to Cusco via train and transfer, reflecting on the unforgettable experiences and memories made at Machu Picchu.

At a glance

Duration: 13 hr

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Machu Picchu Day Trip from Cusco

Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour13 hr

Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details

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

Set aside 13 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 Day Trip From Cusco

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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.

What is included

Guided Tour of Machu Picchu: A professional guide will lead you through the ruins.
Customer Support: Access to customer support for any questions or assistance
Transfer Services: Transfers to and from the train station in Cusco are in th package.

Not included

Meals
Gratuities

Itinerary and highlights

In Cuzco we will board a bus that will take you to the train station in Ollantaytambo.

In Ollantaytambo we will board a train that will take us to Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu village).

Upon arrival in Aguas Calientes, our transfer will help you board a bus that will take you to the entrance of the Machu Picchu citadel.

Enjoy a 2 hour guided tour with our expert guide in the history of this wonderful place, at the end of exploring and with the camera full of photos, return to Cuzco in the same way.

Meeting and pickup information

We pick up our clients at the hotel they provide us, our driver will coordinate with the passenger and will know how to recognize him easily.

Languages and tickets

English — Guide
Spanish — Guide
Mobile Only

Tour operator

Salas Travel Peru

Accessibility and practical details

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

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 13 hr.

What are the pickup arrangements?

We pick up our clients at the hotel they provide us, our driver will coordinate with the passenger and will know how to recognize him easily.

Which guide languages are listed?

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

What ticket format is listed?

Mobile ticket.

What ticket age bands are listed?

Adult tickets: age 18+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.

What is the cancellation policy?