--- title: Machu Picchu 1 Day Tour from Cusco by Train lang: en type: tour city: Cusco country: Peru price: 363 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.82 reviews: 44 duration_minutes: 900 languages: [en, es] rank_in_category: 59 of 77 (Machu Picchu Day Trips) schedule_checked: 2026-11-08 data_updated: 2026-11-08 canonical: https://guidekin.com/peru/cusco/tours/machu-picchu-1-day-tour-from-cusco-by-train/ --- # Machu Picchu 1 Day Tour from Cusco by Train **Guidekin's take:** Ride the train from Ollantaytambo through valleys, mountains and rivers before a guided visit to Machu Picchu. Transfers between Cusco and Ollantaytambo, return train and bus tickets and entry are included; meals and taxes cost extra. 4.82 from 44 reviews at €363 per person for 15h. In our comparison: #59 of 77 in Machu Picchu Day Trips, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview What makes this tour special is the comfort and organization that allows you to discover Machu Picchu in one day, without worry. With Andino Tours Peru, everything is ready for you to make the most of your time: from the scenic train journey that offers spectacular views of valleys, mountains and rivers, to the guided visit to the Inca citadel. A professional guide will accompany you on a private or group tour, sharing the history, architecture and mysteries of this wonder of the world. Our service includes transfers, entrance tickets and permanent assistance, ensuring a smooth and safe experience. In a few hours, you will live a unique journey that combines culture, nature and the impact of coming face to face with one of the most impressive archaeological sites on the planet. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers - Starts 04:00: one departure a day - Food not included: Meals: breakfast, menu, dinner - Non-refundable: no free cancellation **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €363 per person - Duration: 15h - Rating: 4.82/5 from 44 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Operator: Andino Tours Peru - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English, Spanish - Start times: 04:00 - Booking: mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-08 ## Reviews 4.82 from 44 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 95% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 42 of 44. - 5 stars: 42 (95%) - 4 stars: 0 (0%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 2 (5%) ## 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 | |---|---|---|---| | Machu Picchu Tour Classic Route | €363 / person (for 2+ people) | Spanish, English | Machu Picchu Classic: Visit Machu Picchu on the Full Route, opt for the best photos from the viewpoint and tour the entire Inca citadel Pickup included | | Machu Picchu Panoramico | €363 / person (for 2+ people) | Spanish, English | Machu Picchu Panoramic Route: Visit Machu Picchu along the Panoramic Route and choose the best photos with Huaynapicchu Pickup included | | Machu Picchu Royalty | €363 / person (for 2+ people) | Spanish, English | Machu Picchu route royalty 3b: Machu Picchu along the royal route designs, discovers temples and unique routes Pickup included | ## What's included - Transfers Cusco Ollantaytambo train station. - profesiona Tour Guide English or Spanish - Entrance to Machupicchu, Circuit 2, schedules according to availability. - Train ticket Ollantaytambo - Machupicchu - Ollantaytambo (Expeditions or Voyague) - Bus Round trip to Machupicchu (Consettur) - Transfer from train station Ollanta to Cusco - Transfer to hotel in Cusco ## Not included - Taxes - Meals: breakfast, menu, dinner - Entrance Huaynapicchu or Machu Picchu Mountain : Early booking ## Itinerary 1. **Cusco** (pass by, no stop) - The tour begins in the city of Cusco, where our team will pick you up from your hotel between 3:30 a.m. and 4:30 a.m. The exact pick-up time may vary depending on the scheduled train departure time and check-in shift assigned for the Machu Picchu visit. From that moment on,... 2. **Machu Picchu** (30m) - After an impressive train ride, we will arrive at Aguas Calientes, also known as Machu Picchu Pueblo, the last point before reaching the wonder of the world. This small but charming village is surrounded by green mountains and the high jungle, offering a welcoming atmosphere... 3. **Machupicchu** (3h; admission included) - Finally, we will reach the most anticipated point of the tour: the visit to the majestic citadel of Machu Picchu, recognized as one of the New Seven Wonders of the World and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Accompanied by a professional guide, you will tour the most important... 4. **Machu Picchu** (1h 30m) - At the conclusion of the guided tour of Machu Picchu, we will descend by bus to Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu Pueblo), where you will have free time to have lunch and briefly tour the charming Andean village. Afterwards, we will head to the station to board the train back to... 5. **Ollantaytambo** (30m) - After the transfer from Cusco, we will arrive at the picturesque village of Ollantaytambo, located in the Sacred Valley of the Incas. This will be the starting point to board the train to Aguas Calientes, the gateway to Machu Picchu. The departure time may vary according to... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 04:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-11-08 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations. ## Good to know - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Start times are subject to availability of revenue to Machu Picchu and train departure times, if you require a specific timetable we can adapt to your requirement provided you contact us at the time of making your reservation ## Compared with other Machu Picchu Day Trips | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #59 of 77** | €363 | 15h | 4.82 (44) | 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 #59 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. Full list: https://guidekin.com/peru/cusco/machu-picchu-day-trips/?format=md ## More in Cusco - All Cusco tours: https://guidekin.com/peru/cusco/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/peru/cusco/tours/machu-picchu-1-day-tour-from-cusco-by-train/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/peru/cusco/?format=md