Machu Picchu Day Tour from Cusco (by Train)

Itinerary: One-Day Tour to Machu Picchu from Cusco

Your adventure begins with an early morning pick-up from your hotel in Cusco. We’ll travel by private transport to the Sacred Valley, where you’ll board a comfortable train heading to the town of Aguas Calientes. The train ride itself is an unforgettable experience, offering views of breathtaking valleys, dramatic river canyons, and lush cloud forests.

Once in Aguas Calientes, a short bus ride up the mountain brings you to the entrance of Machu Picchu, the legendary Inca citadel. With your certified guide, you’ll explore the site’s most fascinating sectors, including ceremonial temples, agricultural terraces, and awe-inspiring viewpoints.

After the guided tour, you’ll return to Aguas Calientes. Depending on your available time before the train departure, you may choose to have lunch, do some light shopping, or simply relax by the river.

Finally, you’ll board your return train and meet our driver at the station for your private transfer back to your hotel in Cusco.

Please note: Train schedules and Machu Picchu entry times are assigned based on availability at the time of booking. We always do our best to secure Circuit 2, the most complete and scenic route through the citadel. However, this depends on how far in advance you book and your chosen train service. If Circuit 2 is not available, we’ll assign the best available option to ensure an unforgettable experience. Exact train schedules and Machu Picchu entry times depend on availability and the time of booking. We always aim to provide Circuit 2, known for offering the most complete and panoramic experience of the citadel, but final confirmation depends on how far in advance the reservation is made and the type of train service selected.