--- title: Machu Picchu Day Trip from Cusco lang: en type: tour city: Cusco country: Peru price: 364 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 5 reviews: 64 duration_minutes: 840 languages: [en, es] rank_in_category: 18 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-day-trip-from-cusco-3/ --- # Machu Picchu Day Trip from Cusco **Guidekin's take:** Reach Machu Picchu by train on a private tour for your party, with return transfers from your Cusco hotel. Entry, guiding and shuttle buses are included; visitor names cannot change after booking confirmation. 5 from 64 reviews at €364 per person for 14h. In our comparison: #18 of 77 in Machu Picchu Day Trips, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Our service meets the highest quality standards to ensure an unforgettable experience for our visitors traveling to Machu Picchu. We are committed to providing excellent service with experienced tourism professionals who will assist you throughout your journey. Our goal is to offer complete satisfaction to every traveler who wishes to discover Machu Picchu, one of the Wonders of the World. Along the way, you will enjoy breathtaking landscapes surrounded by nature, rich flora, and diverse fauna, making your visit a truly unique and memorable experience. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk - Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers - Starts 04:00, 05:00: 2 departures a day - Non-refundable: no free cancellation **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €364 per person for the EXPEDITIONS TRAIN option; other options up to €410 - Duration: 14h - Rating: 5.0/5 from 64 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Operator: Machupicchu Touring - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price - Group: Private tour, your party only - Guide languages: English, Spanish - Tickets: Admission included - Start times: 04:00, 05:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-08 ## Reviews 5.0 from 64 ratings on Guidekin & Tripadvisor. 100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 64 of 64. - 5 stars: 64 (100%) - 4 stars: 0 (0%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise knowledgeable guides and help with photos; some report confusing travel arrangements **Praised:** - Knowledgeable guides who explain Inca history and welcome questions - Help taking photos and finding good viewpoints - Patient guides who allow time to explore the site - Staff meet travellers at transfer points and explain each step **Complaints:** - Some find transfers well organised, while others describe confusing travel arrangements Written by Guidekin from the 48 most recent English reviews on Tripadvisor (2024-06-14 to 2026-11-03); 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 | |---|---|---|---| | EXPEDITIONS TRAIN | €364 / person (for 2+ people) | Spanish, English | Pickup included | | Machu Picchu Tour with Circuit 1 or Circuit 3. | €391 / person (for 2+ people) | Spanish, English | With Expedition train service.: With Expedition or Voyager train service: This option is subject to availability and may include Circuit 3 or Circuit 1. Duration: 15 hours Circuit 3 or Circuit 1.: This tour includes: Hotel pickup in Cusco, Expedition train service at a regular schedule, entrance ticket to Machu Picchu, and a guided tour. Pickup included | | VISTADOME TRAIN | €410 / person (for 2+ people) | Spanish, English | Panoramic train. Duration: 14 hours Pickup included | ## What's included - Machu Picchu entrance tickets. - Professional tour guide. - Round-trip transportation to and from your hotel. - Train tickets to Machu Picchu. - Hotel pickup. - Entrance ticket: Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu. - Round-trip bus transportation to the Machu Picchu Archaeological Park. ## Not included - Meals. - Additional expenses. ## Itinerary 1. **Machupicchu** (14h; admission included) - By booking our Machu Picchu experience, travelers will enjoy an unforgettable day exploring the ancient Inca citadel with experienced local guides. From hotel pickup to your return, we take care of every detail to provide a smooth and hassle-free journey filled with... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 04:00, 05:00 - 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 - Public transportation options are available nearby - Not recommended for pregnant travelers - Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness - Visitor names cannot be changed once the booking has been confirmed, as the Machu Picchu authorities do not allow any modifications to the entrance tickets. - Machu Picchu entrance tickets are personal and non-transferable. ## Compared with other Machu Picchu Day Trips | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #18 of 77** | €364 | 14h | 5.0 (64) | 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 #18 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-day-trip-from-cusco-3/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/peru/cusco/?format=md