Visit Machu Picchu in one day from Cusco with train travel through the Sacred Valley. The journey begins with an early transfer to Ollantaytambo, where you board the train to Aguas Calientes.
From Aguas Calientes, a shuttle bus takes you up to Machu Picchu for a guided visit of the archaeological site (Circuit 2). After the tour, you return to Aguas Calientes and take the train back to Ollantaytambo, followed by transport to Cusco in the evening.
Pickup & Transfer to the Train Station:
Pickup from your accommodation in Cusco early in the morning. A driver will take you to the train station where you board a tourist van to Ollantaytambo. From there, you take the train to Aguas Calientes, following the Urubamba River through the mountains and cloud forest.
Meeting the Guide & Bus to Machu Picchu:
Upon arrival in Aguas Calientes, you will meet your guide either at the bus station in town or directly at the entrance of Machu Picchu, depending on the coordination made in advance. If meeting in town, the guide will accompany you on the shuttle bus up to Machu Picchu.
Guided Visit of Machu Picchu:
Inside Machu Picchu, the guide leads a 2-hour guided tour, explaining the terraces, temples, and history of the citadel.
Return to Aguas Calientes:
After the visit, you take the bus back down to Aguas Calientes, where you will have free time for lunch or a short walk around town.
Train & Return to Cusco:
In the afternoon, you take the train back to Ollantaytambo, where tourist transport will be waiting to bring you back to Cusco, arriving in the evening near the main square.
Tour Details
Entrance ticket to Machu Picchu (Circuit 2 – morning schedule)
Taxi transfer from your accommodation to the train station in Cusco
Train tickets between Ollantaytambo and Aguas Calientes (round trip)
Shuttle bus between Aguas Calientes and Machu Picchu (round trip)
Professional tour guide for the guided visit of Machu Picchu (Circuit 2)
Meals and drinks
Hotel in Aguas Calientes
Entrance to additional hikes inside Machu Picchu (such as Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain)
Personal expenses (snacks, souvenirs, etc.)
Original passport (required for the train and entry to Machu Picchu)
Tickets provided during the briefing (train, bus, and Machu Picchu entrance)
Cash in Peruvian soles for meals and small purchases in Aguas Calientes
Small backpack
Reusable water bottle
Power bank for your phone
Light jacket or fleece
Rain jacket or poncho (recommended during the rainy season)
Comfortable long pants
Walking shoes or sneakers with good grip
Hat or cap
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
Snacks (optional)
Insect repellent (optional)
Where does the train depart from and how long is the ride?
For this full-day tour, the train departs from Ollantaytambo. The journey to Aguas Calientes takes about 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours. Transportation from Cusco to Ollantaytambo is included.
What time do we enter Machu Picchu and how long is the visit?
Your entrance time to Machu Picchu is assigned when the ticket is issued and printed on your ticket. Most visits are in the morning, and the guided circuit lasts about 2 hours.
How much walking is involved?
The main walking is inside Machu Picchu. The visit includes stone paths, stairs, and uneven surfaces, but no long hikes. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
Is the bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu included?
Yes. The round-trip shuttle bus between Aguas Calientes and Machu Picchu is included.
Is a guide included in the tour?
Yes. A professional guide is included for the guided visit (around 2 hours) inside Machu Picchu.
Can I visit Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain?
Yes, but these require separate entrance tickets with limited availability and must be booked in advance.
Do I need to carry my luggage?
Train companies allow only small backpacks. Large luggage is usually stored at your hotel in Cusco.
Are there ATMs and restaurants in Aguas Calientes?
Yes. Aguas Calientes has ATMs, restaurants, and cafés, although prices are usually higher than in Cusco.
Are there bathrooms at Machu Picchu?
Bathrooms are available outside the entrance of Machu Picchu. There are no bathrooms inside the archaeological site.
Can I bring food or water inside Machu Picchu?
Water is allowed. Food should be kept in your bag and consumed outside the ruins area.
What is the altitude?
Cusco – 3,400 m (11,155 ft)
Machu Picchu – 2,430 m (7,972 ft)
Aguas Calientes – 2,040 m (6,693 ft)
When is the rainy season?
The rainy season is generally November to March. The tour runs normally; bringing a rain jacket or poncho is recommended.
Is the tour suitable for children or older travelers?
Yes. Many families and older travelers visit Machu Picchu. The site includes stairs and uneven paths, so walking carefully and at your own pace is recommended.
$ 315.00
Pickup & Transfer to the Train Station:
Pickup from your accommodation in Cusco early in the morning. A driver will take you to the train station where you board a tourist van to Ollantaytambo. From there, you take the train to Aguas Calientes, following the Urubamba River through the mountains and cloud forest.
Meeting the Guide & Bus to Machu Picchu:
Upon arrival in Aguas Calientes, you will meet your guide either at the bus station in town or directly at the entrance of Machu Picchu, depending on the coordination made in advance. If meeting in town, the guide will accompany you on the shuttle bus up to Machu Picchu.
Guided Visit of Machu Picchu:
Inside Machu Picchu, the guide leads a 2-hour guided tour, explaining the terraces, temples, and history of the citadel.
Return to Aguas Calientes:
After the visit, you take the bus back down to Aguas Calientes, where you will have free time for lunch or a short walk around town.
Train & Return to Cusco:
In the afternoon, you take the train back to Ollantaytambo, where tourist transport will be waiting to bring you back to Cusco, arriving in the evening near the main square.
Tour Details
Entrance ticket to Machu Picchu (Circuit 2 – morning schedule)
Taxi transfer from your accommodation to the train station in Cusco
Train tickets between Ollantaytambo and Aguas Calientes (round trip)
Shuttle bus between Aguas Calientes and Machu Picchu (round trip)
Professional tour guide for the guided visit of Machu Picchu (Circuit 2)
Meals and drinks
Hotel in Aguas Calientes
Entrance to additional hikes inside Machu Picchu (such as Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain)
Personal expenses (snacks, souvenirs, etc.)
Original passport (required for the train and entry to Machu Picchu)
Tickets provided during the briefing (train, bus, and Machu Picchu entrance)
Cash in Peruvian soles for meals and small purchases in Aguas Calientes
Small backpack
Reusable water bottle
Power bank for your phone
Light jacket or fleece
Rain jacket or poncho (recommended during the rainy season)
Comfortable long pants
Walking shoes or sneakers with good grip
Hat or cap
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
Snacks (optional)
Insect repellent (optional)
Where does the train depart from and how long is the ride?
For this full-day tour, the train departs from Ollantaytambo. The journey to Aguas Calientes takes about 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours. Transportation from Cusco to Ollantaytambo is included.
What time do we enter Machu Picchu and how long is the visit?
Your entrance time to Machu Picchu is assigned when the ticket is issued and printed on your ticket. Most visits are in the morning, and the guided circuit lasts about 2 hours.
How much walking is involved?
The main walking is inside Machu Picchu. The visit includes stone paths, stairs, and uneven surfaces, but no long hikes. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
Is the bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu included?
Yes. The round-trip shuttle bus between Aguas Calientes and Machu Picchu is included.
Is a guide included in the tour?
Yes. A professional guide is included for the guided visit (around 2 hours) inside Machu Picchu.
Can I visit Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain?
Yes, but these require separate entrance tickets with limited availability and must be booked in advance.
Do I need to carry my luggage?
Train companies allow only small backpacks. Large luggage is usually stored at your hotel in Cusco.
Are there ATMs and restaurants in Aguas Calientes?
Yes. Aguas Calientes has ATMs, restaurants, and cafés, although prices are usually higher than in Cusco.
Are there bathrooms at Machu Picchu?
Bathrooms are available outside the entrance of Machu Picchu. There are no bathrooms inside the archaeological site.
Can I bring food or water inside Machu Picchu?
Water is allowed. Food should be kept in your bag and consumed outside the ruins area.
What is the altitude?
Cusco – 3,400 m (11,155 ft)
Machu Picchu – 2,430 m (7,972 ft)
Aguas Calientes – 2,040 m (6,693 ft)
When is the rainy season?
The rainy season is generally November to March. The tour runs normally; bringing a rain jacket or poncho is recommended.
Is the tour suitable for children or older travelers?
Yes. Many families and older travelers visit Machu Picchu. The site includes stairs and uneven paths, so walking carefully and at your own pace is recommended.
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