Full Day Machu Picchu Adventure by Train

18 to 20 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

Discover Machu Picchu with expert local guides who bring the history, culture, and traditions of the Andes to life. Enjoy personalized service and seamless transportation while exploring one of Peru’s most iconic destinations.

This experience is ideal for adventure seekers, culture lovers, and travelers who want to enjoy Machu Picchu with the support of a knowledgeable local team, making the journey comfortable, enriching, and truly memorable.

What's Included

Tourist transportation from Cusco to Ollantaytambo Train Station and back.
Bus transportation from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu.
2-hour shared group guided tour of Machu Picchu, Circuit 2 only, at 8:00 or 9:00 AM.
Round-trip train tickets from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes.
Hotel pickup in Cusco on the day of the tour.
Machu Picchu entrance ticket, guaranteed when booked 4+ months in advance.
Pre-tour briefing with your guide one day before the tour.
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Dear customer, you can send me the details of your hotel after the booking, once you get here in Cusco we will visit you to brief you about the tour and give you every single ticket you need.
then the pick up will be from your hotel and you can wait for us between 4:00am to 4:30am.

Drop-off point

All passengers will be dropped off at the square again, and everyone can walk or take a taxi directly to their hotels.

Itinerary

Duration: 18 to 20 hours (approximately)
  • Cusco (Pass by)

    We will pick you up from your hotel at 4:00 am and take you to the station, where you'll board a bus to Ollantaytambo.

    Admission ticket free
  • 1
    Ollantaytambo

    From Ollantaytambo, you'll board the 6:10 am train to Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu village), enjoying scenic views of the Andes and snow-capped peaks during the 1 hour 50-minute journey.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Aguas Calientes

    Upon arrival in Aguas Calientes, you'll meet your guide and group, then take a bus to Machu Picchu.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Machu Picchu

    Enjoy a 2-hour guided tour with a bilingual professional guide. After the guided tour, you can explore Machu Picchu on your own for as long as you like.

    8 hours • Admission ticket included
  • Cusco Region (Pass by)

    When you're ready, take the 6:20 pm train back to Ollantaytambo, then we'll take you by minivan back to Cusco, arriving around 10:00 pm. You'll be dropped off 3 blocks from the main square.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Sacred Valley Adventures

Tags

Full-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Historical Tours
Rail Tours
City Tours
Archaeology Tours

Cancellation Policy

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

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