--- title: Machu Picchu Day Trip from Cusco by Train with Ticket & Guide lang: en type: tour city: Cusco country: Peru price: 363 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.73 reviews: 156 duration_minutes: 720 duration_max_minutes: 960 languages: [de, pt, en, it, fr, es] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 73 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-by-train-with-ticket-guide/ --- # Machu Picchu Day Trip from Cusco by Train with Ticket & Guide **Guidekin's take:** The train ride to Aguas Calientes is followed by a bus to Machu Picchu and a guided citadel visit. Hotel transfers from Cusco, return trains and entry are included; the entry circuit depends on availability. 4.73 from 156 reviews at €363 per person for 12h–16h. In our comparison: #73 of 77 in Machu Picchu Day Trips, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Machu Picchu Full-Day Tour by Train from Cusco—Small Group Are you short on time but still dreaming of visiting Machu Picchu? This small-group tour makes it easy to visit this Wonder of the World in just one day—with everything arranged for you. Enjoy hotel pick-up in Cusco, a scenic train ride to Aguas Calientes, and a guided tour of Machu Picchu, where your expert guide will share its secrets, history, and legends. With a small group, you’ll enjoy a more personal experience—and you can choose the Expedition or the Voyager train or upgrade to the Vistadome or 360° for even more scenic views. Book now and experience the magic of Machu Picchu without the hassle! ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk - Starts 04:00, 04:30: 2 departures a day - Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked - Strollers OK: infants accepted **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €363 per person - Duration: 12h–16h - Rating: 4.73/5 from 156 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Cosmo Expeditions - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: German, Portuguese, English, Italian, French, Spanish - Tickets: Admission included - Start times: 04:00, 04:30 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-08 ## Reviews 4.73 from 156 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 93% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 145 of 156. - 5 stars: 139 (89%) - 4 stars: 6 (4%) - 3 stars: 2 (1%) - 2 stars: 4 (3%) - 1 star: 5 (3%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise the guides' knowledge and photography; missing or incorrect entry tickets are a recurring concern **Praised:** - Detailed explanations of Machu Picchu and Inca history - Guides who take photos and know where to stop for pictures - Patient guides who adjust the pace to travellers' needs - Help navigating bus queues, tickets and site entry **Complaints:** - Missing or incorrectly booked entry tickets have delayed or jeopardised visits - Missed pickups that disrupt the journey Written by Guidekin from the 50 most recent English reviews on Tripadvisor & Viator (2025-10-27 to 2026-07-13); last checked 2026-11-08. ## What's included - Round-trip train to Machu Picchu - Machu Picchu guided tour - Machu Picchu entry ticket & circuit (based on availability) - Bus to Machu Picchu citadel - Hotel pick-up and drop-off ## Not included - Gratuities - Meals ## Itinerary 1. **Cusco** (pass by, no stop) - Early morning pick-up and scenic transfer to Ollantaytambo Your Machu Picchu adventure begins early with a 4:30 AM hotel pick-up in Cusco. Travel comfortably in a modern, air-conditioned van on a scenic 1.5-hour drive to Ollantaytambo, where your train to Machu Picchu awaits.... 2. **Ollantaytambo** (30m) - Scenic Train Ride to Aguas Calientes Board your scenic train to Aguas Calientes (also known as Machu Picchu Town) between 6:40 AM and 7:20 AM. Sit back and relax as you enjoy breathtaking views of the Sacred Valley, passing towering mountains, lush valleys, and rushing rivers... 3. **Machu Picchu HotSprings** (1h) - Arrival in Aguas Calientes & Bus to Machu Picchu Upon arrival in Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu Town), our team will greet you and assist with directions before you board the shuttle bus for a scenic 30-minute ride up to Machu Picchu’s entrance. With your expert guide, explore... 4. **Machupicchu** (3h; admission included) - A Guided Tour of Machu Picchu and the Scenic Return to Cusco Upon arrival at Machu Picchu, board the shuttle bus for a 30-minute ride up the winding road to the Inca citadel, where your expert guide will lead a fascinating two-hour walking tour. Explore the ancient stairways,... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 04:00, 04:30 - 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. ## Meeting point We chose this square that is very close to the Plaza de Armas of Cusco because it is located very close to the surrounding hotels and close to each other. Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Wheelchair accessible - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Public transportation options are available nearby - Suitable for all physical fitness levels ## Compared with other Machu Picchu Day Trips | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #73 of 77** | €363 | 12h–16h | 4.73 (156) | 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 #73 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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