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Highlights

  • Enjoy this full-day small-group excursion from Cusco to Machu Picchu that includes hotel pick-up, scenic train rides, and all necessary transfers.
  • Explore the long history of the Incas with a multilingual guide who provides cultural insights and helps you capture memorable moments at Machu Picchu.
  • Stroll through the ancient citadel, visiting iconic sites like the Temple of the Three Windows, Royal Quarters, and Sacred Sun Dial while your guide shares stories about Incan life.
  • Experience an engaging 2.5-hour guided tour starting with a hotel pick-up in Cusco, followed by a panoramic train ride through the Andes to Machu Picchu via bus ascent.
  • Select from options including or excluding lunch and consider upgrading to superior trains for more comfortable seating and enhanced views during your journey.

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Welcome to our From Cusco: Machu Picchu Day Trip, a full-day small-group adventure that promises an memorable journey from Cusco to one of Peru's most famous landmarks. We start with hotel pickup in the heart of Cusco and ensure all transfers are taken care of for your convenience.

Experience stunning train rides through scenic Andean landscapes as you travel by panoramic train, followed by a bus ride up to Machu Picchu itself. Once there, join us on an engaging 2.5-hour guided tour led by expert guides fluent in English, Spanish, or Portuguese. They will bring the long history of the Inca civilization to life and offer cultural insights as you explore the ancient citadel.

As you walk through Machu Picchu's iconic sites like the Temple of the Three Windows, Royal Quarters, and Sacred Sun Dial, your guide will paint a vivid picture of Incan life. Choose between options with or without lunch; if selected, enjoy a contemporary Peruvian meal at Cafe Inkaterra Restaurant.

For those seeking an extra touch of comfort during their rail journey, consider upgrading to the superior train option for plush seating and enhanced views. Our tour includes roundtrip AC bus transfers from Cusco to Ollantaytambo and back, as well as standard or superior train transfers between Ollantaytambo and Aguas Calientes based on your choice.

Inclusions & Exclusions

  • 2.5-hour guided tour of Machu Picchu with entry
  • Pick-up from hotel in Cusco
  • Roundtrip AC bus transfers from Cusco to Ollantaytambo
  • Roundtrip standard/ superior train transfers from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes (optional, based on selection)
  • Roundtrip AC bus transfers from Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchu
  • Expert English, Spanish, or Portuguese-speaking guide
  • Contemporary Peruvian lunch at Cafe Inkaterra Restaurant (optional, as per option selected)
  • Gratuities are optional.

This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.

Must Know

  • Pack a small backpack with essentials like water bottle, hats, sunglasses, sunscreen, mosquito repellent, raincoat, energy bars, and some cash.
  • Wear comfortable shoes with thick soles to navigate uneven and slippery trails safely.
  • Ensure you have your entry tickets and passport or photo ID that matches your reservation details for identification at entry.
  • Avoid carrying backpacks larger than 20 kg, as they will need to be stored in the cloakroom near the entrance.
  • Note: Tripods and selfie sticks are prohibited inside Machu Picchu.

Ticket Delivery

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

  • Please display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID during the pick-up.

    Hotel Transfers

    • This ticket includes hotel pickups and drop-offs anywhere from the Cusco's historic city center.

    • In the next step of booking, please specify the name and address of your hotel.

    • On the day of your tour, please report at your hotel lobby 10-15 min prior to your scheduled departure.

    • If your hotel does not have a lobby, please wait at the entrance of the hotel.

Cancellation Policy

These tickets can't be rescheduled or cancelled.

Frequently asked questions

Clear answers to the most common questions travelers ask before booking this experience.

Booking FAQs

Pack a small backpack with a water bottle, hats, sunglasses, sunscreen, mosquito repellant, raincoat, energy bars, and some cash. The trails can be uneven and slippery, so wear comfortable, non-slip, thick-sole shoes. Carry your entry tickets and passport/ photo ID that match your reservation details for identification purposes at entry.

Do not carry backpacks with a capacity greater than 20 kg. You'll have to stash them in the cloak room near entry. Photobugs take note: tripods and selfie sticks are not allowed inside Machu Picchu.

Due to uneven terrain and steps, Machu Picchu isn’t fully accessible for those with mobility impairments, though some pathways have improved access. Not suitable for travelers with heart conditions or serious medical issues.

Infant seats are available for toddlers upon request. Moderate fitness is required—expect uneven cobblestone paths, inclines & steps. Arrive in Cusco at least one day before your tour to avoid last-minute delays, as tickets cannot be modified once they have been purchased. Tickets are non-transferable and valid only for the traveler/travelers listed during booking. Hotel pickup is available only within Cusco’s Historic Center. Be ready in your hotel lobby or meeting point 10 minutes before pickup. Your driver will wait for 5 minutes max. Machu Picchu visits are strictly regulated—you may only stay inside for the guided tour. Choose your date and time carefully when booking. Once purchased, tickets cannot be modified or canceled. Strollers are not allowed. Only baby carriers are permitted to ensure smooth passage through the site.

Yes, the tour includes a guided exploration of Machu Picchu with an English, Spanish, or Portuguese-speaking guide.

No, you cannot bypass mandatory security checks even if this is a hosted entry experience.

Pack a small backpack with essentials like water bottle, hats, sunglasses, sunscreen, mosquito repellant, raincoat, energy bars, and some cash. Wear comfortable shoes suitable for uneven trails.

Backpacks should not exceed a capacity of 20 kg; larger ones will need to be stored separately.

Lunch is optional. You may choose between tours that include or exclude it, and there's an option for upgraded train travel.

The itinerary includes hotel pick-up in Cusco, scenic train rides through the Andes, bus transfers to Ollantaytambo and Aguas Calientes, a guided tour at Machu Picchu, and return trips.

Highlights include hotel pick-up in Cusco, scenic train rides through the Andes, an engaging 2.5-hour guided tour with cultural insights, and exploring key sites like the Temple of the Three Windows.

Carry your entry tickets along with a passport or photo ID that matches your reservation details for verification at Machu Picchu's entrance.

No, tips are not included and should be given separately if you wish to show appreciation for exceptional service during the tour.

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