Travel from Cusco to Machu Picchu by train, explore the citadel with a local guide, and return the same day with support throughout your journey.
Machu Picchu Full Day Tour from Cusco Overview
Travel from Cusco to Machu Picchu and return the same day with the main services of your journey organized in advance. Our Machu Picchu Full Day Tour from Cusco includes hotel pickup, transportation to Ollantaytambo, round-trip train tickets, buses between Machu Picchu Pueblo and the citadel, your official Machu Picchu entrance ticket and a guided visit with a certified guide in English or Spanish.
This tour is designed for travelers who have limited time in Cusco but still want to experience Machu Picchu without having to coordinate train schedules, transfers, entrance tickets and local transportation separately.
Why choose this tour?
We organize the essential parts of the journey so you can focus on the experience itself. From the early pickup in Cusco to the return transfer from Ollantaytambo, our team coordinates the different stages of the trip and provides local assistance along the way.
Machu Picchu entrance circuits are subject to official availability. We prioritize classic panoramic routes, particularly Circuit 2 when available, and confirm the final route according to the tickets available for your travel date.
Full-Day Machu Picchu Tour Itinerary
03:30–04:00 a.m. | Early Pickup in Cusco
Your day begins with pickup from your hotel or Airbnb in Cusco. We then travel by private transport to Ollantaytambo train station.
Train to Machu Picchu Pueblo
From Ollantaytambo, board the train to Aguas Calientes, also known as Machu Picchu Pueblo. The journey takes approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes and follows a scenic route through the Sacred Valley and cloud forest.
Bus to Machu Picchu and Guided Visit
On arrival in Machu Picchu Pueblo, our staff assists you with the bus to the entrance of Machu Picchu. Inside the citadel, your certified guide accompanies you through the archaeological site according to the circuit assigned to your entrance ticket.
Return to Cusco
After your visit, return by bus to Machu Picchu Pueblo and take the train back to Ollantaytambo. Our team will meet you at the station for the final transfer back to your accommodation in Cusco.
Machu Picchu Full Day Tour Price and Booking Information
Ask about special rates for groups or delegations. The final booking is confirmed according to Machu Picchu entrance availability, the assigned circuit, train schedules and operational availability for the selected date.
Group Price
Private Price
What's Included in the Machu Picchu Full Day Tour?
Included Services
- Complete Transfers: Pick-up from your accommodation in Cusco and return at the end of the tour.
- Round-Trip Train Tickets: Tourist train service such as PeruRail Expedition or Inca Rail Voyager.
- Machu Picchu Entrance Ticket: We manage your official entrance ticket and prioritize Circuit 2 when available. The final circuit depends on official availability at the time of booking.
- Consettur Bus: Round-trip bus tickets between Machu Picchu Pueblo and the Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu.
- Certified Professional Guide: Guided visit in English or Spanish.
Not Included
- Meals: Lunches and dinners not specified in the itinerary. We can recommend restaurants in Machu Picchu Pueblo.
- Optional Entrance Fees: Entrance to the Machu Picchu Pueblo hot springs.
- Personal Expenses: Tips, snacks and handicraft purchases.
Machu Picchu Circuit and Ticket Availability
This tour includes an official Machu Picchu entrance ticket. We prioritize classic panoramic routes, especially Circuit 2 when available, because it offers some of the most requested views of the citadel.
The final circuit depends on official ticket availability at the time of booking. For this reason, we recommend booking 30 to 60 days in advance, especially from May to August.
Machu Picchu Full Day Tour FAQs
How far in advance should I book the Machu Picchu full day tour?
We recommend booking 30 to 60 days in advance, especially during the high season from May to August. Machu Picchu tickets and train schedules are limited.
Which Machu Picchu circuit is included?
The circuit depends on official availability at the time of booking. We prioritize classic panoramic routes such as Circuit 2 when available.
Does the tour include train tickets and entrance tickets?
Yes. The tour includes round-trip train tickets, bus tickets between Aguas Calientes and Machu Picchu, Machu Picchu entrance ticket and a certified guide.
Is the Machu Picchu full day tour physically demanding?
The tour does not involve a long hike, but the guided visit normally includes around two hours of walking on stone paths and Inca stairs. Good basic mobility is recommended.
Are Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain included?
No. Huayna Picchu and Machu Picchu Mountain require special tickets and different schedules. Ask us before booking if you want to add one of these routes.