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title: Machu Picchu Full Day from Cusco
lang: en
type: tour
city: Cusco
country: Peru
price: 424
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.95
reviews: 195
duration_minutes: 660
duration_max_minutes: 780
languages: [pt, en, es]
rank_in_category: 14 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-full-day-from-cusco/
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# Machu Picchu Full Day from Cusco

**Guidekin's take:** Travel to Machu Picchu by train from Poroy or Ollantaytambo, starting at your accommodation. Entry, a guided visit, return rail and bus travel, and hotel transfers are included; lunch and drinking water are extra. 4.95 from 195 reviews at €424 per person for 11h–13h.

In our comparison: #14 of 77 in Machu Picchu Day Trips, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

Experience the magic of Machu Picchu, a truly unforgettable journey. Book in advance for the best tour (Circuit 2), which includes the top for the classic photo and the bottom for visiting the Inca urban area. The group will be small and private during the visit to Machu Picchu, with guaranteed departures. You will have experienced tour guides, teamwork, excellent communication, great responsiveness and a positive attitude.

If you haven't booked your Machu Picchu tour in advance, we have the best option: Visit Machu Picchu on Circuit 3, which guarantees the operation of the tour.

Departure times may vary depending on government availability as there are multiple times and circuits to enter Machu Picchu. For this reason, we will send you the exact departure time at the time of your confirmation, which could be early in the morning.

## Before you book

- Hotel pickup: no car needed
- Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers
- Food not included: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks, Water, Souvenirs,…
- Non-refundable: no free cancellation

**Pickup:** Hotel pickup included

## Key facts

- Price: from €424 per person for the MachuPicchu - Main Background option; other options up to €528
- Duration: 11h–13h
- Rating: 4.95/5 from 195 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Operator: Minkas Travel
- Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price
- Group: Shared tour · private option available
- Guide languages: Portuguese, English, Spanish
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-08

## Reviews

4.95 from 195 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 193 of 195.

- 5 stars: 188 (96%)
- 4 stars: 5 (3%)
- 3 stars: 2 (1%)
- 2 stars: 0 (0%)
- 1 star: 0 (0%)

### What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the guides and smooth coordination; the travel involved can make the outing exhausting.

**Praised:**
- Well coordinated hotel pickups, train journeys and bus transfers
- Clear instructions and quick responses before and during the trip
- Guides explain Machu Picchu's history and patiently answer questions
- Guides take photos and allow time at viewpoints
- Help arranging tickets and transport for bookings made at short notice

**Complaints:**
- Extensive train and road travel can make the outing exhausting

Written by Guidekin from the 50 most recent English reviews on Tripadvisor & Viator (2025-05-17 to 2026-10-29); 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| MachuPicchu - Main Background | €424 / person (for 2+ people) | English, Spanish, Portuguese | Access to the Main Platform: Circuit 1-Iconic Picture:Where the agricultural area, the watchman's house, and the warehouses are located. (Tour almost 2h) Expedition or Voyager Train : Departure from Cusco between 03:00 an 03:10 am. Arrival at Machu Picchu in the Morning. Return to Cusco 7:00 pm - 08:00 pm Short Trek to MachuPicchu M.: The walk itself will not last more than 30 min. Upon reaching a good viewpoint, you can admire the entire archaeological site Pickup included |
| Machu Picchu with Circuit 3 | €451 / person (for 2+ people) | English, Spanish, Portuguese | Circuit 3 - Designed Royalty : Focusing on royal & religious areas:Temple of the Sun and Condor, the House of the Inca, the Royal Tomb, fountains & terraces Private Service: With a professional English-speaking tour guide. Duration: 16 hours Expeditions or Voyager Train: Train from: Ollantaytamto to Machupicchu & Machupicchu to Ollantaytambo Private Transp.: Hotel - Train Station - Hotel. Pickup included |
| Machu Picchu with Circuit 2 | €466 / person (for 2+ people) | English, Spanish, Portuguese | Circuit 2: Classic photo of Machu Picchu. Guided tour of the upper and lower part of the Sanctuary of Machu Picchu Pickup included |
| VISTADOME Train Circuit 3 | €519 / person (for 2+ people) | English, Spanish, Portuguese | VISTADOME or 360° Train:: Pickup and drop-off at your hotel with private transportation, small group, professional English-speaking tour guide. Duration: 17 hours: From the moment we pick you up from your hotel, the service ends by dropping you off at your hotel. Circuit 3:: Guided tour on the lower floor of the Sanctuary. Qolqas, Water channel, water mirrors, Temple of the Sun, Inca house Pickup included |
| Vistadome Main Background | €527 / person (for 2+ people) | English, Spanish, Portuguese | Access to the Main Platform: Circuit 1 - Iconic Picture : Where the agricultural area, the watchman's house, and the warehouses are located. (Tour almost 2h) VTD Train or Prime Service: Early departure from Cusco and return around 8 :00 - 8 :30 pm. Duration: 17 hours Circuit 1: The tour with your guide will be very educational and will offer you a privileged view of the enclosures located below. Pickup included |
| VISTADOME Train - Circuit 2 | €528 / person (for 2+ people) | English, Spanish, Portuguese | Vistadome Train or 360 Service: Pickup and drop-off at your hotel with private transportation, small group, professional English-speaking tour guide. Duration: 17 hours: From the moment we pick you up from your hotel, the service ends by dropping you off at your hotel. Circuit 2 Best Circuit: Main background of Machu Picchu and tour of the lower Royal Zone. Guided tour with many stops. Pickup included |

## What's included

- Entrance to the Sanctuary to Machu Picchu plus Tour Guide
- Drop off to your accommodation.
- Tourist Train Aguas Calientes Ollantaytambo or Cusco & private transportation to your Hotel.
- Tourist Train Ticket from Poroy or Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes.
- Tourist Bus-Round Trip/From A.C. Town to Machupicchu to A.C. Town
- Pick up in the morning from your accommodation to go to the Poroy or Ollantaytambo Train Station.

## Not included

- Lunch
- Dinner
- Gratuities
- Snacks, Water, Souvenirs, Bathrooms before entering Machu Picchu (Please bring cash).

## Itinerary

1. **Cusco** (pass by, no stop) - The tour starts with early morning pickup from your accommodation in Cusco. Departure time may vary depending on availability and time of authorized revenue for Machu Picchu. (Your pickup time will be updated 48 hours prior to Service.)
2. **Ollantaytambo** (pass by, no stop) - We will take a transport to Ollantaytambo to take the train to the village of Aguas Calientes. Enjoying the beautiful scenery during your train journey, upon arrival our staff will wait for you outside the train station direction and then head to Machu Picchu Shrine.
3. **Aguas Calientes** (pass by, no stop) - Upon arrival in Aguas Calientes, our staff will wait for you outside the train station and will walk to the bus station where they will queue taking the transport that the journey will take around 25min. and reach the entrance of Machu Picchu.
4. **Machupicchu** (2h; admission included) - Before entering Machu Picchu please show your passports and begin your guided tour of the citadel. Exploring the stunning terraces, staircases, constructions and temples of this incredible Inca Citadel, nestled among the mountains and surrounded by stunning scenery.
5. **Aguas Calientes** (pass by, no stop) - At the end of the tour, you will take the bus back to Aguas Calientes. You will have some free time to eat something as there are a variety of restaurants and you can explore the village a little before your return.
6. **Ollantaytambo** (pass by, no stop) - Finally at the agreed time you will board the tourist train to return to Ollantaytambo or Poroy, where it includes transport to Cusco and so our staff transport with our private transport will be waiting for you.
7. **Cusco** (pass by, no stop) - When arriving in Cusco our staff will wait for you outside the station, the return time will vary depending on the availability of admission to Machupicchu being between 08:00 and 11:00pm where our transfer will always take you back to your accommodation, concluding this...

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- 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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels

## Compared with other Machu Picchu Day Trips

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #14 of 77** | €424 | 11h–13h | 4.95 (195) | 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 #14 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.

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