Site entry, a bottle of water and central Cusco hotel transfers are included; meals cost extra. 4.93 from 389 reviews at €577 per person for 16h.
In our comparison: #19 of 77 in Machu Picchu Day Trips, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).
2 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices per adult for a party of two. Click an option to book it on Viator. Guide languages on every option: English, Spanish, Portuguese.
| Option | What the operator says | From, per adult |
|---|---|---|
| Private tour +Expedition trainThe page price | Private tour in Machu Picchu Expedition train tickets: Expedition train tickets (Roundtrip) Pick up & Drop off: Pick up & Drop off from hotel in Cusco Pickup included | €577 for 2+ people |
| Private tour +Vistadome train | Private tour of Machu Picchu: Private tour of Machu Picchu Vistadome train tickets: Vistadome train tickets (Roundtrip) Pick up & Drop off: Pick up & Drop off from your hotel in Cusco Pickup included | €715 for 2+ people |
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The tour begins with pick-up at your hotel in Cusco between 3:00 AM and 5:00 AM, depending on the time previously agreed upon with our team. Our driver will be waiting at the designated location to begin the journey to Ollantaytambo Train Station, where you will board the train to Aguas Calientes.
1hDuring the journey, you will be able to enjoy the landscapes of the Sacred Valley and the surrounding Andes as we make our way to Aguas Calientes.
2hUpon arrival in Aguas Calientes, our team will be waiting to accompany you to the bus boarding area for the journey up to Machu Picchu. At this point, you will receive the necessary instructions for proceeding to the entrance of the citadel.
1hOur main visit will be to the Inca Citadel of Machu Picchu, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. You will be accompanied by a private Portuguese-speaking guide, at the previously selected visiting time. During the tour, your guide will provide information about the history, architecture, organization, and culture of the Inca civilization, as well as explain the main areas and features of this impressive archaeological site. After the guided portion of the visit, you will have free time to continue exploring Machu Picchu, rest, admire the scenery, and enjoy the site at your own pace. Our guide will also advise you on the appropriate time to begin your descent back to the town of Aguas Calientes. Duration: approximately 1 hour with a guide + free time depending on the return schedule.
2hAfter completing your visit to Machu Picchu, we will return to the town of Aguas Calientes to board the Expedition train, with bimodal service, bound for Ollantaytambo Train Station.
2hUpon arrival, our team will be waiting to welcome you and provide transportation to your hotel in Cusco. Important: Depending on availability, the return journey may be operated through Wanchaq Train Station instead of Poroy Train Station. In this case, upon arrival at Wanchaq Station, our team will be waiting to provide transportation to your hotel. Please check with our team to confirm which station will be used for the return journey from Aguas Calientes and whether the arrival transfer will be provided as a private service.
4hImportant Information Tour times may vary depending on Machu Picchu ticket availability and train schedules. For this reason, please be prepared to start the tour very early, in some cases as early as 3:00 AM, and return to Cusco only in the evening, with arrival possible at around 11:00 PM. The exact schedule will be provided when your booking is confirmed. If you have any questions regarding the tour schedule or itinerary, please contact our team by phone.
Pass by, no stopExperience Machu Picchu on an unforgettable day trip from Cusco. Our team will pick you up from your hotel and accompany you during the main transfers to Ollantaytambo train station.
From there, we’ll board the train to Aguas Calientes, traveling through the beautiful landscapes of the Andes and the Urubamba Valley. Upon arrival, we’ll continue by bus to the entrance of the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu.
During your visit, you’ll be accompanied by a private, professional, certified guide who will introduce you to the history, architecture, and importance of Machu Picchu to the Inca civilization. After the tour, we’ll return by bus to Aguas Calientes, where you’ll have free time to enjoy lunch on your own and explore the town before boarding the train back to Ollantaytambo.
Upon arrival at the station, our team will be waiting to transfer you back to your hotel in Cusco.
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| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This tour · #19 of 77 | €577 | 16h | 4.93 (389) | shared |
| Machu Picchu Full Day - Private Tour | €465 | 12h | 4.97 (582) | private |
| Machupicchu full day private tour | €342 | 14h | 4.98 (349) | private |
| Machupicchu 1 day tour | €363 | 17h | 4.99 (171) | shared |
Ranked #19 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. Compare all 77 Machu Picchu Day Trips