Machu Picchu Full-day trip by train
Get ready for an unforgettable day that begins early in the morning with pickup at your hotel in Cusco. A bus will take you to Ollantaytambo station for a beautiful two-hour train ride through the valley, ending in Aguas Calientes. From there, another bus will transport you to the top of the mountain, where an expert guide will be waiting to explore the magnificent citadel of Machu Picchu.
Includes
What does it include?
- Transportation from Cusco to Ollantaytambo
- Round-trip train ticket.
- Bus ticket for the ascent and descent from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu
- Entrance to the archaeological complex of Machu Picchu.
- Professional guide.
- Return transportation from Ollantaytambo to Cusco.
Not included
- Meals.
What to expect
- Traveling on a scenic train to Aguas Calientes.
- Exploring the citadel on a 2-hour guided tour.
- Enjoying the views and capturing the majesty of the place.
Itinerary
Day 1: From Cusco to Machu Picchu return to Cusco

Your adventure begins with departure from your hotel in Cusco between 3:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m., depending on your entry time to Machu Picchu. We will take you in a comfortable bus to the Ollantaytambo train station, where you will take a scenic 2-hour trip to Aguas Calientes. Upon arrival, you will board a bus that will take you along the winding road to the top of the mountain, revealing the impressive citadel of Machu Picchu. Our expert guide will accompany you on a 2-hour tour, immersing you in the fascinating history and mysteries of this ancient site. You will have time to enjoy the views and capture the majesty of the place.
After your exploration of Machu Picchu, you will take the bus back to Aguas Calientes, where you can enjoy a well-deserved lunch. Later, you will board the train back to Ollantaytambo and, from there, you will be transported back to Cusco by bus. The return time to your hotel in Cusco will be in the evening, varying according to train availability, thus culminating an unforgettable day full of history and adventure.
Price
Group service:
$275per person
Note: All prices are in US dollars.
Student discount
$20 de descuento por persona.
Student discounts apply to anyone with a valid university student ID card or children aged 17 or under. We require a copy of your passport at the time of booking.
Additional information
What to bring?
- Original passport.
- Waterproof jacket/rain poncho.
- T-shirts.
- Comfortable pants.
- Sun hat.
- Sunscreen.
- Personal medication.
Important note:
Reservations must be made three months prior to arrival in Cusco.
The reservation will be confirmed with the available circuit (1, 2 or 3).
Price
275
Book in advance, limited spaces available.
Booking
Tour: Machu Picchu Full-day trip by train
Group Service
Tourist guide
Bus & Train
Entrance ticket
Group or private service: Entry to Machu Picchu is based on three circuits (1, 2, or 3). Maximum group size is 8 passengers per group.
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