About this experience
Experience Machu Picchu in the most private, personal, and effortless way, starting from Cusco and crafted exclusively for you.
Travel with a local Inca expert guide who shapes the story around your interests, revealing meaning, history, and wonder beyond memorized facts. The scenic train through the Andes offers stunning views of rivers, mountains, and cloud forest in total comfort—no crowds, no noise, no rush.
Every detail is pre-arranged and stress-free: coordinated trains, timed entry, and a flexible rhythm designed for you. No sales stops, no add-on pressure—just genuine exploration and iconic photo moments without strangers taking over your frame.
This is the ideal single day experience for travelers who value exclusivity over crowds, connection over chaos, and quality over quantity.
Machu Picchu is rare. Discovering it privately is unforgettable.
At a glance
- Duration: 10 hr–13 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 10 hr–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
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Machu Picchu Train From Cusco Guide
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Choosing the Right Train to Machu Picchu
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What is included
- Entrance fee
- pick from Hotel to train station round trip.
- bus tickets, from Aguas Calientes train station to Machupicchu, round-trip
- train tickets to Machupicchu round-trip, expedition class.
- private local tour guide.
Not included
- tips
- Lunch
- Dinner
Itinerary and highlights
Machu Picchu Full Day Tour – The Best One-Day Experience from Cusco
Discover the magic of the Lost City of the Incas in a single unforgettable day. Our Machu Picchu Full Day Tour offers the perfect balance of comfort, adventure, and cultural immersion. Travel aboard a scenic train through the Sacred Valley, explore the world-famous citadel with an expert guide, and experience one of the New Seven Wonders of the World with zero stress and maximum enjoyment.
This all-inclusive journey begins with flexible pick-up from your hotel, airport, or preferred location. From there, enjoy a seamless ride to the train station, a breathtaking journey along the Urubamba River, and a guided exploration of Machu Picchu’s temples, terraces, and sacred viewpoints. Whether it’s your first time or a long-awaited dream, this tour ensures you experience Machu Picchu at its best—efficient, comfortable, and unforgettable.
Meeting and pickup information
- this plaza, is very well located and easy to find, located at Historical center of Cusco town.
- Pick-up is flexible and fully customizable. Just share your hotel name or preferred location in advance, and we will arrange everything for your convenience. Hotel or airport pick-up is included in all our tours. If you need pick-up from other locations in Peru, such as the Sacred Valley, nearby cities, seaports, train stations, or additional airports, simply let us know. We can personalize your pick-up service to fit your itinerary.
Languages and tickets
- Portuguese — Guide
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Machupicchu Peru Journeys
Accessibility and practical details
- Specialized infant seats are available
- 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
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