Return road transfers, train and bus tickets, a local guide and site entry are included; meals cost extra. 4.91 from 535 reviews at €474 per person for 17h–18h.
In our comparison: #34 of 77 in Machu Picchu Day Trips, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).
One price for every traveller: €474 per adult.
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03:45 a.m. approx. – Hotel Pick Up We start our Machu Picchu Day Trip from Cusco with an early morning pick up from your hotel or accommodation located in the historic center of Cusco. If you are staying outside this area, we will coordinate a convenient meeting point for your day trip to Machu Picchu from Cusco. From Cusco, we travel in a comfortable tourist vehicle to Ollantaytambo, enjoying scenic views along the Sacred Valley. This transfer takes approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes and is an important part of our well organized tour to Machu Picchu, ensuring a smooth and efficient start to your full day tour to Machu Picchu.
Pass by, no stopTrain to Machu Picchu We'll board the train to Machu Picchu, a scenic journey that takes approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes. Upon arrival in Aguas Calientes, our guide will meet you in the main square to provide details about your bus tickets, entrance to Machu Picchu, and the tour itself. You'll have some free time in Aguas Calientes to enjoy breakfast and use the restrooms before boarding the bus to Machu Picchu.
Pass by, no stopBus to Machu Picchu Sanctuary Once regrouped, our transfer will take us to the bus station for the ride up to the Machu Picchu Archaeological Park. The journey will take approximately 35 minutes.
35 minBased on your scheduled entrance time to Machu Picchu (between 09:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m.), we will explore Circuit 1 or Circuit 2 accompanied by our professional local guide as part of our Machu Picchu Day Trip from Cusco. This guided visit lasts approximately 2 hours, during which you will learn about the historical, cultural, and architectural significance of the Inca citadel. You will also have time to capture stunning panoramic photos during this unforgettable tour to Machu Picchu. At the designated time, we will board the shuttle bus back down to Aguas Calientes. Upon arrival, you will enjoy free time to relax at the thermal medicinal baths or explore the Stone Chronicles circuit independently, adding flexibility and comfort to your full day tour to Machu Picchu.
2h · Admission includedOnce in Aguas Calientes, you'll have free time to visit the thermal baths or explore the new Stone Chronicles circuit at your leisure (by your self).
4hWe will board the train from Machu Picchu to Ollantaytambo. 19h00 aprox. *Availability and potential extra costs apply.
Pass by, no stopAfter arriving in Ollantaytambo, we will continue our journey back to Cusco city in a comfortable tourist vehicle as part of our Machu Picchu Day Trip from Cusco. The approximate arrival time in Cusco will be around 6:00 p.m. or 11:00 p.m., depending on the selected train schedule and overall tour logistics, marking the end of our full day tour to Machu Picchu.
Pass by, no stopIf you do not have a lot of time, our Machu Picchu Day Trip from Cusco is the perfect choice. This full day tour to Machu Picchu is designed for travelers who want to experience Peru’s most important attraction in just one day, without missing the highlights.
Our tour to Machu Picchu combines efficient logistics, professional local guides, and personalized attention, ensuring a smooth and unforgettable journey from Cusco to the ancient Inca citadel. Unlike other Machu Picchu tour packages, we focus on the details that enhance your comfort and understanding of this sacred site.
Machu Picchu, one of the Seven Wonders of the World by UNESCO and known as the navel of the world, offers a unique blend of history, mystery, and breathtaking scenery. On this day trip to Machu Picchu from Cusco, you will explore the Historical Sanctuary of Machu Picchu and connect with the powerful ancestral energy, nature, mysticism, and Andean cosmovision of the Inca Empire.
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| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This tour · #34 of 77 | €474 | 17h–18h | 4.91 (535) | shared |
| Machu Picchu Full Day - Private Tour | €465 | 12h | 4.97 (582) | private |
| Machupicchu full day private tour | €342 | 14h | 4.98 (349) | private |
| Machupicchu 1 day tour | €363 | 17h | 4.99 (171) | shared |
Ranked #34 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. Compare all 77 Machu Picchu Day Trips