Hotel transfers, entrance and the bus up and down are included; food is extra and moderate fitness is required. 5 from 43 reviews at €537 per person for 14h.
In our comparison: #26 of 77 in Machu Picchu Day Trips, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).
One price for every traveller: €537 per adult.
Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 8 November 2026.
100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 43 of 43
Star breakdown of all 43 ratings
Reviewers praise the guiding, photos and travel arrangements, but the amount of travel can make the outing tiring.
Written by Guidekin from the 36 most recent English reviews on Tripadvisor & Viator (7 April 2024 to 3 October 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 8 November 2026.
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Your day begins with a 4:00 am pickup from your hotel by our private transport, heading straight to the Ollantaytambo train station.
3hHere, you'll board the 6:10 am Vistadome Observatory Train
30 minAfter a journey of 1 hour and 45 minutes, you'll arrive at Aguas Calientes town
Pass by, no stopThe train ride takes approximately 1 and 45 minutes, passing through beautiful landscapes of the high Andes and the Cloud Forest. Upon arrival at the final train station, your tour guide will meet you and take you to the bus station for a 30-minute ride to Machu Picchu.
2hYou will arrive at the main gate of Machu Picchu around 10:00 am. Please bring your entry tickets and original passports to present at the gate before exploring Machu Picchu with your Peru Hikers expert guide.
30 minYour tour guide will show you the most important buildings, including the viewpoints, guard house, terraces, temples, palaces, and more.
45 min · Admission includedA two-hour guided tour awaits, filled with historical insights and ample opportunities for capturing the iconic beauty of this ancient wonder.
2h 30mFollowing the tour, a bus ride takes you to Aguas Calientes. You'll then catch a train back to Ollantaytambo
40 minOur driver will be ready to take you back to Cusco.
Pass by, no stopYour adventure concludes with a drop-off at meeting point.
Pass by, no stopJoin Peru Hikers for an incredible adventure guided by local experts. Your journey will start and end at your hotel, giving you the chance to witness the breathtaking beauty of Machu Picchu – one of the New 7 Wonders of the World – in just one day. Get ready to be wowed by the stunning views during your Observatory Train ride through Cusco.
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| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This tour · #26 of 77 | €537 | 14h | 5.0 (43) | 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 #26 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