--- title: "Machu Picchu 1-Day Tour: Vistadome Panoramic Train from Cusco" lang: en type: tour city: Cusco country: Peru price: 405 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.79 reviews: 33 duration_minutes: 780 duration_max_minutes: 840 languages: [en, es] rank_in_category: 60 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-vistadome-panoramic-train-from-cusco/ --- # Machu Picchu 1-Day Tour: Vistadome Panoramic Train from Cusco **Guidekin's take:** Panoramic windows in the train walls and roof frame the route to Machu Picchu. This is a private tour for your party, with site entry, hotel transfers and train snacks included; lunch costs extra. 4.79 from 33 reviews at €405 per person for 13h–14h. In our comparison: #60 of 77 in Machu Picchu Day Trips, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Visiting Machu Picchu by Vistadome train is the best option to enjoy the landscape and the view along the way to Machu Picchu. The panoramic windows located on the walls and roofs of the wagons make a unique experience in connection with the environment outside. The return trip by Vistadome train has a fashion show on board that shows an exclusive collection of baby alpaca and a live show, with typical dances of our Andean culture. It will be served some snack on train board with ingredients from the area, which also includes non-alcoholic drinks to make your trip more complete. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk - 9 start times: between 04:30 and 08:30 - Food included: Snack, drink in the Train trip., Snacks - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available - Non-refundable: no free cancellation **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €405 per person for the TRAIN FROM OLLANTAYTAMBO option; other options up to €428 - Duration: 13h–14h - Rating: 4.79/5 from 33 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Operator: LIBERTREK PERU TRAVEL - Group: Private tour, your party only - Guide languages: English, Spanish - Tickets: Admission included - Start times: 9 start times between 04:30 and 08:30 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-08 ## Reviews 4.79 from 33 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 94% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 31 of 33. - 5 stars: 30 (91%) - 4 stars: 1 (3%) - 3 stars: 1 (3%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 1 (3%) ## 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 | |---|---|---|---| | TRAIN FROM OLLANTAYTAMBO | €405 / person | English, Spanish | The train will leave and return to and from the Poroy train station, which is located 30 minutes from the city of Cusco, allowing you a great trip of 3 hours and 20 minutes by train. Pickup included | | TRAIN FROM POROY STATION | €424 / person | English, Spanish | The train will leave and return to and from the Poroy train station, which is located 30 minutes from the city of Cusco, allowing you a great trip of 3 hours and 20 minutes by train. Pickup included | | Machu Picchu vip ticket | €428 / person | English, Spanish | Pickup included | ## What's included - Transport from Poroy or Ollantaytambo Train Station to the city of Cusco. - Snack, drink in the Train trip. - Private Professional tour guide in Machu Picchu Sanctuary. - Snacks - Tourist transportation from your hotel in Cusco to the train station in Poroy. - Hotel/port pickup and drop-of - Entrance fee to Machu Picchu ## Not included - Lunch - Gratuities ## Itinerary 1. **Cusco** (pass by, no stop) - In the morning at 6:30 AM we will pick up you from the hotel to take you by private transport to the Poroy train station (30 minute car trip) or Ollantaytambo station (2 hours by car) 2. **Ollantaytambo** (2h 30m) - You will be transferred to either Poroy (30 minutes from Cusco) or Ollantaytambo (2 hours from Cusco) train stations to board the Vistadome train to Aguas Calientes. Train Departure Time: Around 7:00 AM 3. **Aguas Calientes** (2h) - Arrive in Aguas Calientes where you can take a break, explore the town, and enjoy lunch at one of the local restaurants (lunch not included). 4. **Machupicchu** (3h; admission included) - Once at the entrance of Machu Picchu, present your tickets and identification before embarking on a guided tour through the main venues of the ancient city. You will visit the Main Square, Circular Tower, Sacred Solar Clock, Royal Rooms, and more, while your guide shares... 5. **Aguas Calientes** (pass by, no stop) - After your tour of Machu Picchu, take the bus back down to Aguas Calientes town. 6. **Ollantaytambo** - In the late afternoon (around 5:00 PM), board the return train to either Ollantaytambo or Poroy. Enjoy traditional dances, snacks, and drinks during the scenic train journey. 7. **Cusco** (pass by, no stop) - Once you arrive at your destination station (Ollantaytambo or Poroy), our staff will be waiting to take you back to your hotel in Cusco. Arrival time in Cusco: Around 9:20 PM ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 9 start times between 04:30 and 08:30 - 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 - Specialized infant seats are available - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Children must be accompanied by an adult ## Compared with other Machu Picchu Day Trips | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #60 of 77** | €405 | 13h–14h | 4.79 (33) | private | | [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 #60 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. 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