--- title: Machu Picchu Full Day Tour from Cusco with Panoramic Train lang: en type: tour city: Cusco country: Peru price: 373 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.82 reviews: 175 duration_minutes: 720 duration_max_minutes: 1020 languages: [en, es] rank_in_category: 66 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-from-cusco-with-panoramic-train/ --- # Machu Picchu Full Day Tour from Cusco with Panoramic Train **Guidekin's take:** Explore Machu Picchu in a small shared group of up to ten, with a panoramic train option. Entry, guiding, return train and bus travel, and hotel transfers to Ollantaytambo station are included; meals cost extra. 4.82 from 175 reviews at €373 per person for 12h–17h. In our comparison: #66 of 77 in Machu Picchu Day Trips, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Enjoy a Small Day trip to Machu picchu with us If you’re short on time, this experience is the best option and well worth it, Machu Picchu is what many people call their most beautiful experience in Perú, Unfortunately, the typical group tours are characterized by large groups, pickup delays, crowded buses and unmotivated guides that present their memorized Machu Picchu scripts. Due to the group size, it’s often difficult to follow everything the guide says and to ask all the questions you want with us this experience will be the opposite Come to know this beautiful destination. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Group size varies by option: small group from €373 · private from €436 - 7 start times: between 02:50 and 09:00 - Non-refundable: no free cancellation **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €373 per person for the MachuPicchu Tour W Circuit 1B option; other options up to €509 - Duration: 12h–17h - Rating: 4.82/5 from 175 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Operator: Willka Travel - Group: Group size varies by option: small group from €373 · private from €436 - Guide languages: English, Spanish - Start times: 02:50, 03:30, 04:00, 05:00, 07:00, 08:00, 09:00 - Booking: Confirmation within 48 hours, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-08 ## Reviews 4.82 from 175 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 96% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 168 of 175. - 5 stars: 162 (93%) - 4 stars: 6 (3%) - 3 stars: 1 (1%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 6 (3%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise the knowledgeable guides at Machu Picchu; communication before departure is inconsistent **Praised:** - Detailed explanations of Inca history and patient answers to questions - Guides help with photos and adapt the visit to individual walking speeds - Many find transport connections smooth and instructions easy to follow - Enjoyable train rides on the journey to Machu Picchu **Complaints:** - Some receive clear updates while others struggle to get replies or confirmed tour details - Bookings or entrance tickets are sometimes cancelled after being arranged - The journey from Cusco makes for a very long day Written by Guidekin from the 50 most recent English reviews on Tripadvisor & Viator (2025-01-24 to 2026-11-04); 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 Tour W Circuit 1B | €373 / person | English, Spanish | Economic Tour with Expedition : This Option Allow you to visit the Circuit 1B Upper Terrace and the iconic Guardian’s House for stunning panoramic views. Train is not Panoramic. Economic schedules Departures: From Cusco and return from Machu Picchu at approximately 9:00 PM. includes transfers, guide, bus tickets, and full Assistance Pickup included | | MachuPicchu Economic Tour | €373 / person (for 2+ people) | English, Spanish | Full Day Tour Economic Train: Ideal for travelers who book in advance, with access to Circuit 1, or 3 The tour starts in Cusco. and is with Economic Train Train is not Panoramic. This Tour includes: All transfers, You will be part of a small group tour of up to 10 people, ensuring a more personalized experience. Pickup included | | Machupicchu Tour w/ C2 or C3 | €409 / person (for 2+ people) | English, Spanish | With Expedition, Voyager Train: This option is subject to availability and may include Circuit 3 - Circuit 2 depending on the spaces available. Train is not Panoramic. This tour includes: Pick up from Cusco, Train with expedition train Regular Hours, Entrance ticket to Machu Picchu and group guided tour Pickup included | | MP with Best Circuit 2 Private | €436 / person (for 2+ people) | English, Spanish | Machu Picchu Tour Private : Offers you a fully personalized experience from start to finish. You’ll enjoy private transfers, private guide and access to Circuit 2 in Machu picchu: Perfect for travelers seeking exclusivity, comfort, and expert guidance during their Machu Picchu. Regular Trains Expedition Pickup included | | Machupicchu w/Panoramic Train | €509 / person (for 2+ people) | English, Spanish | Exclusive Tour with panoramic : Train service, including Vistadome train tickets for the outbound and return journey. And access to circuit 2 or circuit 3 Vistadome Train Panoramic. This option also includes: Professional guide, round-trip bus tickets to Machu Picchu, and personalized assistance throughout the experience. Pickup included | ## What's included - Assistance from our company - Transfer from your hotel in cusco to Ollantaytambo station Round trip - Small Machu picchu tour maximum with 10 people Guided in English / Spanish - Official Entrance to Machupicchu - Train Tickets from Ollantaytambo to Aguas calientes Round trip - Bus up and down to machupicchu ## Not included - Tips - Meals ## Itinerary 1. **Cusco** (15m) - We will pick you up from your hotel early in the morning (between 3:30 and 5:00 a.m.) and transfer you to the Ollantaytambo train station. Departure time depends on your selected train option. 2. **Ollantaytambo** (pass by, no stop) - You will board the train to Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu town) at approximately 6:10 a.m. or 6:40 a.m., depending on availability. Upon arrival, our local staff will be waiting for you with a sign displaying your name. During the 1.5-hour train journey, enjoy scenic views of... 3. **Aguas Calientes** (30m) - The train arrives in Aguas Calientes, a small town located at the base of Machu Picchu. Upon arrival, your guide will be waiting for you at the train station and will assist you with the next steps, including boarding the bus to Machu Picchu and coordinating your entrance... 4. **Machupicchu** (4h; admission included) - We will take the bus up to Machu Picchu. As a group, we will enter the site together—please remember to bring your original passport, as it is required for entry. Once inside, enjoy a guided tour of approximately two hours, where your professional guide will share the... 5. **Machupicchu** (pass by, no stop) - LEGAL NOTICE FOR HIGH SEASON ONLY: Machu Picchu online tickets often sell out months ahead. The Cultural Office in Aguas Calientes releases a limited number for in-person purchase only. If online tickets are sold out, you may arrive early the day before with your passport to... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 02:50, 03:30, 04:00, 05:00, 07:00, 08:00, 09:00 - 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 - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Suitable for all physical fitness levels ## Compared with other Machu Picchu Day Trips | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #66 of 77** | €373 | 12h–17h | 4.82 (175) | varies by option | | [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 #66 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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