--- title: Machu Picchu Full-Day Tour by Train from Cusco - Small Group lang: en type: tour city: Cusco country: Peru price: 391 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.78 reviews: 95 duration_minutes: 720 duration_max_minutes: 960 languages: [de, pt, en, it, fr, es] rank_in_category: 67 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-tour-by-train-from-cusco-small-group/ --- # Machu Picchu Full-Day Tour by Train from Cusco - Small Group **Guidekin's take:** The train ride follows the Urubamba River through the Sacred Valley and cloud forest en route to Machu Picchu. Hotel pickup and drop off, return trains, shuttle buses, entry and guiding are included; meals cost extra. 4.78 from 95 reviews at €391 per person for 12h–16h. In our comparison: #67 of 77 in Machu Picchu Day Trips, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Machu Picchu Full-Day Tour from Cusco—A Journey to the Lost City Do you have a limited time? No problem! This seamlessly organized full-day tour lets you experience Machu Picchu stress-free—without spending extra days away from Cusco. Scenic Train Ride Through the Andes Enjoy one of the world’s most breathtaking train journeys, following the Urubamba River through the Sacred Valley and cloud forest. Sit back, relax, and take in unforgettable mountain views on your way to Aguas Calientes. Explore the Wonders of Machu Picchu With your expert guide, uncover the secrets of this UNESCO World Heritage Site—from the Temple of the Three Windows to the Sun Gate's panoramic views. After the guided tour, enjoy spare time to explore on your own. Why Choose This Tour? * Maximize time at Machu Picchu in just one day. * Hassle-free experience—we handle all tickets & transport. * Offer small group or private tour options for a personalized touch. * Trusted by travelers worldwide ## 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 - Non-refundable: no free cancellation **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €391 per person - Duration: 12h–16h - Rating: 4.78/5 from 95 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Operator: Elvis Adventures Peru - 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 4.78 from 95 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 95% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 90 of 95. - 5 stars: 86 (91%) - 4 stars: 4 (4%) - 3 stars: 1 (1%) - 2 stars: 1 (1%) - 1 star: 3 (3%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise the guides' knowledge and photo help; some report cancellations shortly before departure. **Praised:** - Guides explain Inca history clearly and answer questions - Guides help with photographs and suggest viewpoints - Comfortable train journeys with views of the surrounding landscape - Many guests praise responsive support before and during the trip **Complaints:** - Some reviewers report cancellations shortly before departure - Some guests lack advance clarity about which parts of the site their circuit covers - Tickets sometimes arrive only on the day of travel - Some report smooth transfers, while others describe delays and rushed connections Written by Guidekin from the 50 most recent English reviews on Tripadvisor & Viator (2025-05-21 to 2026-11-05); last checked 2026-11-08. ## What's included - Hotel pickup & drop-off (door-to-door service) - Round-trip bus tickets (Aguas Calientes–Machu Picchu) - Guided tour at Machu Picchu (multilingual guide included) - Round-trip train tickets (Ollantaytambo–Aguas Calientes) - Machu Picchu entry ticket & circuit (based on availability) ## Not included - Meals (restaurants available in Aguas Calientes) - Gratuities (optional, but appreciated) ## Itinerary 1. **Ollantaytambo** (2h) - Your guide will pick you up at your accommodation in Cuzco around 4:00 am with a minibus and you will go to Ollantaytambo train station. 2. **Aguas Calientes** (2h) - Then, you will take the 6:10 am train that will take you to Aguas Calientes. Also known as Machu Picchu village. The ride takes about an hour and a half, circulating through spectacular scenery with views of snow-capped mountains, the Vilcanota River and the semi-tropical and... 3. **Machupicchu** (5h; admission included) - Once in Aguas Calientes, you will take the bus that will take you to the archaeological park of Machu Picchu, which you will access from the upper area. The professional guide will tell you the history and secrets of this magical place in a two-hour guided tour. After the... 4. **Aguas Calientes** (4h) - We will return from Machu Picchu to the town of Aguas Calientes, where you can have lunch in one of its restaurants before taking the train back to Ollantaytambo. 5. **At the Ollantaytambo train station, a minibus will be waiting to take you bac...** (3h) - At the Ollantaytambo train station, a minibus will be waiting to take you back to Cuzco. We will be in the city between 20:30 and 22:00. The exact time of arrival in Cuzco may vary depending on train schedules and will be indicated in your reservation confirmation. ## 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 All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations. ## Meeting point Main square of Cusco. Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Wheelchair accessible - 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 · #67 of 77** | €391 | 12h–16h | 4.78 (95) | 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 #67 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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