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Machu Picchu Full Day Tour from Cusco

About this experience

Discover the iconic Machu Picchu, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, on this full-day tour from Cusco. Enjoy a picturesque bus and train journey admiring lush landscapes and cloud forests before arriving at the stunning Inca citadel. With an expert guide, delve into the history and mysteries of this ancient site, exploring iconic landmarks and major temples. Ideal for time-limited travelers, this excursion offers a once-in-a-lifetime experience with personalized attention and impeccable logistics.

- Full-Day Machu Picchu Tour from Cusco
- Bus and train ride with stunning views
- Local expert guide offering information on the history of the site
- Small groups (from 1 to 10 people) for personalized attention

IMPORTANT: In high season the entrance to Machu Picchu sells out. ASK AVAILABILITY

At a glance

  • Duration: 15 hr–17 hr

Choose your tour option

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Machu Picchu Circuit 1 or 3
Duration: 2 hours: Circuit 1 : The tour takes 1 hour 40 minutes approx.
Circuit 3 : The tour lasts 2 hours
Machu Picchu Circuit 1 or 3: Visit Machu Picchu (Depending on availability you can choose between circuit 1 or circuit 3)
Tourist Train: Train Expedition or The Voyager
Start Time: The start time depends on the entrance time to Machu Picchu
Pickup included
Machu Picchu on Circuit 2
Duration: 2 hours: The tour within this circuit lasts approximately 2 hours
Tour Machu Picchu Circuit 2: Visit the main circuit, opt for the traditional cover photo and explore the entire citadel visiting important sectors
Tourist Train: Train Expedition or The Voyager
Start Time: The start time depends on the entrance time to Machu Picchu
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour15 hr–17 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide), Spanish (live guide)

Set aside 15 hr–17 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

Local guides to help you plan

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

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.

What is included

  • Pick up and drop off at your accommodation
  • Entrance ticket to Machupicchu (Depending on available Circuit)
  • Professional Guide within the Sanctuary
  • Bus ticket from the village to the Sanctuary (hike and drop)
  • Expedition or The Voyager Tourist Train Ticket (Return)
  • Bus from Cusco to Ollantaytambo (Return)

Not included

  • Meals

Itinerary and highlights

Early in the morning at the indicated time we will pick you up at your accommodation to start this wonderful journey

You will travel for 2 hours by bus until you reach the train station located in Ollantaytambo , where you will board the train that will transport you to the town of Aguascalientes

When you arrive in the village our team will be waiting for you outside the train station, to take you to the bus stop where you will board a bus that will transport you to the Historic Shrine of Machu Picchu

When you arrive at Machu Picchu Shrine you will start with the guided tour by our professional guide, lasting approximately two hours, where you will know and explore the main points and most important temples, obtaining wonderful photos

At the end of the tour in the Sanctuary , you will descend by bus to the town of Aguas Calientes this is where you will have some time to eat or explore the town before boarding the train return

At the indicated time you will go to the station and board the train back

You will board the return bus arriving in Cusco at night , The tour will end with the one left at your hotel or Accommodation in Cusco City

Meeting and pickup information

  • Pick-up takes place at your hotel or accommodation within the city of Cusco

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Machupicchu Explore Ebenezer

Accessibility and practical details

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • 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 15 hr–17 hr. Check your chosen tour option for its specific itinerary.
What are the pickup arrangements?
Pick-up takes place at your hotel or accommodation within the city of Cusco
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide), Spanish (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 2–12; Adult tickets: age 13+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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