- Transport
- Professional Guide
- Admission tickets
- 16 hours
- Difficulty: Medium
Machu Picchu full day
Only 50 miles (80 km) from Cusco lies Machu Picchu, the legendary Inca citadel seamlessly integrated into its surrounding ecosystem. Recognized as one of the New Seven Wonders of the Modern World, this masterpiece of architecture and engineering remains remarkably well preserved, having escaped the reach of the Spanish conquistadors.
Our one day tour invites you to experience this unforgettable site with ease. At “Machu Picchu View” we take care of every detail: round‑trip transfers from your hotel in Cusco, entrance tickets, and the guidance of a professional local expert who will bring the history and mysteries of Machu Picchu to life.
The journey begins the day before your visit. We’ll meet you at your hotel to provide all the information and instructions you’ll need for a smooth trip to this Inca wonder.
On the day of the tour, we’ll pick you up early from your hotel in Cusco and head to Ollantaytambo by bus (about 1.5 hours). From there, you’ll board the train to Aguas Calientes, the gateway town to Machu Picchu, on a scenic ride of approximately 90 minutes. Upon arrival, your guide will be waiting to accompany you on the short bus ride (20 minutes) up to the archaeological site.
You’ll then enjoy a guided exploration of Machu Picchu lasting about three hours, uncovering the history, architecture, and mysteries of this extraordinary sanctuary.
After your visit, you’ll return by bus to Aguas Calientes, where you’ll have time for lunch and to stroll through the town. Around 4:00 p.m., you’ll board the train back to Ollantaytambo, where our team will be waiting to transfer you by bus to your hotel in Cusco, arriving around 9:00 p.m.
• Pre‑trip briefing at your hotel the day before your visit to Machu Picchu, provided by our staff.
• Round‑trip bus transportation from your hotel in Cusco to Ollantaytambo (train station).
• Round‑trip train tickets from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes.
• Round‑trip bus service from Aguas Calientes to the entrance of Machu Picchu.
• Entrance ticket to Machu Picchu.
• Professional tour guide in English or Spanish.
- Food and beverages throughout the tour.
- Tips and gratuities.
- Hotel accommodations in Cusco.
- Entrance to Huayna Picchu (optional add‑on). If you wish to include this hike, please inform us at least three months in advance due to limited daily availability. Additional cost applies.
- Any services not specifically mentioned in this program.
Tour Options (Minimum 2 Travelers)
Shared Tour
- Expedition Train PeruRail, Group guided service in English or Spanish US$320 per person
- Vistadome Train PeruRail, Group guided service with panoramic windows US$370 per person
- Deluxe Service, Hiram Bingham Train, Please contact us directly for availability and pricing.
Private tour
- Expedition Train PeruRail, Group guided service in English or Spanish US$370 per person
- Vistadome Train PeruRail, Group guided service with panoramic windows US$420 per person
- Deluxe Service, Hiram Bingham Train, Please contact us directly for availability and pricing.
Note: The route is the same for all options; the difference lies in the train category and the additional services provided.
- Please wait in your hotel lobby at the designated time or follow the instructions provided by your assigned guide.
- Carry your identification documents for the tour (passport, national ID, or Andean card).
- The maximum luggage allowance on the train is 7 kg (15 lb.). We recommend bringing a small backpack, wearing comfortable shoes (stairs must be climbed), and carrying a sun hat, drinking water, and sunscreen.
- All tickets will be delivered to you in advance.
- In Aguas Calientes, you’ll find a variety of restaurants for lunch starting at approximately US$10 USD.
- Always carry your personal safety items: face mask and hand sanitizer.
- To make a reservation, please send us your information through “Contact Us” and review our Reservation Policies.
What will you visit on this tour?
Aguas Calientes: Gateway to Machu Picchu
Known as “Machu Picchu Pueblo,” Aguas Calientes sits on the banks of the Urubamba River and is the closest town to the Inca sanctuary. It is the mandatory stop for all visitors, offering a charming atmosphere filled with restaurants, hotels, souvenir shops, and the train station that connects travelers to Cusco. The town is also famous for its natural hot springs, located just a short walk from the center—perfect for relaxing after your visit to the citadel.
Machu Picchu: The Lost City of the Incas
Recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site and often called the “Lost City of the Incas,” Machu Picchu is one of the most breathtaking archaeological wonders on Earth.
Built around 1450 by Inca Emperor Pachacútec during the height of the Tahuantinsuyo Empire, this citadel rises between the peaks of Huayna Picchu (Young Mountain) and Machu Picchu (Old Mountain) in the Sacred Valley of the Incas, Urubamba Province, Cusco. At its peak, the site housed between 300 and 1,000 inhabitants and served both as a sanctuary dedicated to the Sun God (Inti) and as a royal retreat for the Inca. Its urban and agricultural sectors, with terraces still intact today, were constructed from massive stone blocks fitted together with astonishing precision.
Beyond its architectural brilliance, Machu Picchu is also a haven of biodiversity. Thanks to its subtropical climate, the sanctuary is home to remarkable flora and fauna, including more than 377 species of butterflies and 425 varieties of orchids
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