--- title: Full Day Tour to Machu Picchu by Train lang: en type: tour city: Cusco country: Peru price: 377 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.97 reviews: 94 duration_minutes: 960 languages: [pt, en, fr, es] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 20 of 77 (Machu Picchu Day Trips) schedule_checked: 2026-11-08 data_updated: 2026-11-08 canonical: https://guidekin.com/peru/cusco/tours/full-day-tour-to-machu-picchu-by-train/ --- # Full Day Tour to Machu Picchu by Train **Guidekin's take:** Pair shared road transfers from Cusco to Ollantaytambo with a train ride to Aguas Calientes and a Machu Picchu visit. Return trains, site buses and entry are included; circuits one and three have no group guide, so guiding there costs extra. 4.97 from 94 reviews at €377 per person for 16h. In our comparison: #20 of 77 in Machu Picchu Day Trips, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Do you have little time and do not want to miss out on its mystical magic? What better way to enjoy the place than our one day train tour to Machu Picchu. We will visit Machu Picchu at a comfortable price, first touring the exuberant Sacred Valley of the Incas on a trip by car and train until we reach the famous town of Aguas Calientes where we will be ready to visit the wonder of the world. Modern Machu Picchu "Hidden Jewel of the Incas" to finally return to Cusco by Train from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo and by transport to Cusco. We take care of all the logistics for your arrival in Cusco and you can only enjoy your visit to that much desired place! This 1-day tour offers you dream landscapes, imposing snow-capped mountains and incredible archaeological surprises, every corner of the citadel will leave you breathless. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk - Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers - Starts 02:30, 03:00: 2 departures a day - Food not included: Food not mentioned **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €377 per person for the Group Guided in Machu Picchu option; other options up to €491 - Duration: 16h - Rating: 4.97/5 from 94 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Illa Kuntur Travel Agency - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price - Group: Shared tour · private option available - Guide languages: Portuguese, English, French, Spanish - Tickets: Admission included - Start times: 02:30, 03:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-08 ## Reviews 4.97 from 94 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 93 of 94. - 5 stars: 92 (98%) - 4 stars: 1 (1%) - 3 stars: 1 (1%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise informative guides and coordinated travel; some report problems with guide arrangements. **Praised:** - Guides give detailed explanations of Inca history and local culture - Guides help with photographs and choose useful viewpoints - Coordinated transfers with staff meeting travellers along the route - Responsive help with bookings and difficult ticket arrangements - Patient guides allow time for breaks and questions **Complaints:** - Some guests report unclear or unfulfilled guide arrangements Written by Guidekin from the 38 most recent English reviews on Tripadvisor & Viator (2024-02-14 to 2026-11-01); last checked 2026-11-08. ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Group Guided in Machu Picchu | €377 / person (for 2+ people) | Portuguese, Spanish, French, English | Pickup included | | Private guide in Machu Picchu | €419 / person (for 2+ people) | Spanish, English | Customized Duration: 3 hours Custom Guided Pickup included | | Private Tour in Portuguese | €482 / person (for 2+ people) | Portuguese | In Portuguese language Private Tour From 2 people Pickup included | | Private Tour in French | €491 / person (for 2+ people) | French | French language Private Service From 2 people Pickup included | ## What's included - Bus ticket up and down Machu Picchu. - Entrance ticket to Machu Picchu (Classic Circuit or according to availability). - Tourist Train Ollantaytambo - Aguas Calientes - Ollantaytambo. - 24/7 assistance - Transportation from Cusco - Ollantaytambo (Shared). - Professional Tourism Guide (Only tour to Machu Picchu). ## Not included - Services not mentioned - Food not mentioned - Gratuities ## Itinerary 1. **Cusco** (2h) - Our adventure to Machu Picchu in 1 Day, begins early with the pick up from your hotel in Cusco around 3:00 a.m. then we go in our shared transport to the town of Ollantaytambo in a trip of approximately 1 hour and a half to two hours, where we will pass through the impressive... 2. **Upon arrival at the Ollantaytambo station, we will go to the station door, wh...** (2h) - Upon arrival at the Ollantaytambo station, we will go to the station door, where we will show our train tickets and then we will board our train to Aguas Calientes in a wonderful trip of about 2 hours. On the way we will appreciate beautiful landscapes typical of the Sacred... 3. **Aguas Calientes** (3h) - Upon arrival at the town of Machupicchu, around 7:00 a.m. We will meet our guide or staff in charge of advising us on the steps we must follow to visit the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu. (You will have time to have breakfast in the town of Aguas Calientes). 4. **Machupicchu** (4h; admission included) - Then we will go to the CONSETTUR bus station to go up to Machu Picchu, then we will be able to enter together with our guide and take a 2-hour guided tour, where we will visit the main sectors in Machu Picchu and of course have the popular photo of Machu Picchu with the best... 5. **Ollantaytambo** (3h) - After the visit, you can visit Wayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain if you have your entrance ticket. After the visit to Machu Picchu we will descend to the town of Aguas Calientes and we will have time for lunch and later we will be returning by train to Ollantaytambo. 6. **Cusco** (2h) - Finally we will return in a shared car to the city of Cusco. The time of arrival in Cusco will depend on the train ticket that must be consulted with the Travel Agent in charge. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 02:30, 03:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-11-08 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Good to know - Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap - Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries - Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness - "Dear passenger, to ensure your visit to Machu Picchu, our agency manages the advance purchase of tickets, as availability is limited and often sells out quickly. Once purchased, these tickets do not allow for date changes or refunds, according to the policies established by the Ministry of Culture of Peru. If a change is required, a new ticket must be purchased, paying the corresponding cost to ensure access on the desired date. If you have any further queries, we are here to help you coordinate all the details of your trip." - Before booking your Machu Picchu tour, we recommend confirming ticket availability for the date you wish to visit. This is because tickets to Machu Picchu are limited and subject to high demand, especially in high season. - Circuit 1 and Circuit 3 do not include group guidance. If you want to experience with a guide, you can request a private guide service at an additional cost. ## Compared with other Machu Picchu Day Trips | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #20 of 77** | €377 | 16h | 4.97 (94) | shared | | [Machu Picchu Full Day - Private Tour](/peru/cusco/tours/machu-picchu-full-day-private-tour/?format=md) | €465 | 12h | 4.97 (582) | private | | [Machupicchu full day private tour](/peru/cusco/tours/machupicchu-full-day-private-tour/?format=md) | €342 | 14h | 4.98 (349) | private | | [Machupicchu 1 day tour](/peru/cusco/tours/machupicchu-1-day-tour/?format=md) | €363 | 17h | 4.99 (171) | shared | Ranked #20 of 77 in Machu Picchu Day Trips by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €150 to €2050, median €368; typical length 14h. 32 of 77 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. 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