Machu Picchu by Tren Full Day

Machu Picchu by Tren Full Day

Trip Overview

The One-Day Trip to Machu Picchu by Train from Cusco is an ideal journey designed for those who wish to make the most of their day. Machu Picchu, one of the seven wonders of the world, tops the bucket list of many travelers. This program is tailored to provide you with everything Machu Picchu has to offer.

Despite being just a one-day trip, you will be able to see all the main sites in the citadel and even hike to Machu Picchu Mountain or Huayna Picchu Mountain if you’ve booked a hike in advance.

On this One-Day Trip to Machu Picchu by Train from Cusco, you’ll experience everything we offer in our two-day Machu Picchu tour.

Travel Itinerary

Day 1: Cusco – Machu Picchu – Cusco

We will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco between 03:40 and 04:00 am and head to Ollantaytambo train station, the departure point towards Machu Picchu Pueblo (formerly Aguas Calientes).

The train journey awaiting you is truly special, taking you along one of the most spectacular railway routes in the world. You will pass through unforgettable landscapes, best enjoyed through the train’s panoramic glass roof. After approximately an hour and a half, you’ll arrive in Machu Picchu Pueblo.

Once in Machu Picchu Pueblo, our guide will meet you and assist with your bus transfer to the entrance of the Machu Picchu citadel.

At Machu Picchu, you’ll enjoy a guided tour lasting approximately two and a half hours, visiting the Guardhouse, Temple of the Sun, the Three Windows, Intihuatana, Acllahuasi, Temple of the Condor, and the water fountains. After the tour, you may hike Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain if booked in advance. Later, we will take the bus back to Machu Picchu Pueblo.

Before returning by train to Ollantaytambo, you’ll have five hours of free time to eat and explore Machu Picchu Pueblo. At the scheduled time, we’ll meet at the train station and begin the journey back to Ollantaytambo. There, our representative will meet you and arrange your bus transfer back to Cusco.

At the end of the tour, the bus will drop you off approximately three blocks from Cusco’s Plaza de Armas.

Included / Not Included

Included

• Hotel pickup. Hotel pickups begin at 3:30 am. Pickup time can be arranged.
• Transportation from Cusco city to Ollantaytambo train station, and back.
• Round-trip train tickets from Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchu Pueblo (Expedition or The Voyager, subject to availability). You can upgrade your train to Vistadome or 360 for an additional $60.00 USD per leg.
• Professional, experienced licensed tour guide (Spanish, English, or Portuguese).
• Bus service from Machu Picchu Pueblo to Machu Picchu (round trip).
• Entrance tickets to Machu Picchu (circuit 2 or 3 depending on availability).

Not Included

• Access to Machu Picchu Mountain or Huayna Picchu Mountain
  • (An additional $60.00 USD per person, subject to availability).
  • If you wish a guide to accompany you to Machu Picchu Mountain or Huayna Picchu Mountain, an additional $60.00 USD fee applies per group (1-10 people).
• If you want to include Wayna Picchu Mountain, please check availability first, as spaces are limited.
• Upgrade to Vistadome train ($60.00 USD per leg).
• Breakfast, lunch, or beverages (After visiting Machu Picchu, you may choose to have lunch in Machu Picchu Pueblo.)
• Snacks
• Tips (optional)

We Recommend

• Passport or National ID (Peruvians)
  • Identification documents are required for entry to Machu Picchu.
• Train tickets and Machu Picchu entrance tickets
• Sunglasses, sunscreen, or sun protection
• 1 personal backpack
• Cash for personal expenses
• Appropriate clothing. If cold and windy, we recommend bringing a jacket, long-sleeve shirt or polo, and long pants.
• Insect repellent
• Good walking shoes
• 1 bottle of water
• Peruvian soles (cash)