On this private day trip from Cusco, you'll journey through unforgettable Andean landscapes and explore every corner of Machu Picchu with a guide exclusively for your group. You'll get an in-depth look at the history, legends, and engineering behind this wonder of the world.
Day Trip Details
At the designated time, we'll pick you up from your hotel in Cusco and transfer you to the train station for your journey to Machu Picchu. Ready?
You'll enjoy one of the most beautiful train journeys in the world, with glass ceilings and panoramic windows that make you feel as though you're gliding through the Andes.
On arrival in Aguas Calientes, we'll board a bus that winds up the mountain for 30 minutes to the entrance of the lost city of the Incas.
For 2.5 hours, your private guide will take you through the key highlights of Machu Picchu, including the Guardhouse, the temples, and the agricultural terraces. You'll uncover the secrets of Inca greatness without the distractions of large groups.
After the visit, we'll head back down to Aguas Calientes, where you'll have between 2 and 5 hours of free time to try some local cuisine, explore the town, and pick up some handicrafts before boarding the return train. The exact amount of free time will depend on your Machu Picchu entry time and the return train schedule.
On arrival back in Cusco, we'll take you to your hotel, wrapping up this 14 to 18-hour day trip.
Panoramic Train
The day trip to Machu Picchu is operated on panoramic trains. We offer the option to travel in tourist class (Expedition or Voyager train) or first class (Vistadome or The 360° train).
Pickup Info
After booking, we'll confirm your exact pickup time, as it varies depending on train availability.
Departure Stations and Duration
Both the outbound and return trains to Cusco may operate from Poroy station (30 minutes from Cusco) or Ollantaytambo station (1.5 hours from Cusco), depending on availability. During the rainy season (December to March), Poroy station closes, so we'll travel by bus to Ollantaytambo. We'll send you an email once your booking is confirmed with your exact hotel pickup time and the departure station.
Journey times vary depending on the departure station. The trip between Poroy and Aguas Calientes takes around 4 hours, while the trip between Ollantaytambo and Aguas Calientes takes 1.5 hours.
Please Note
If the activity is cancelled due to strikes or unfavorable weather conditions, we'll offer you an alternative date. If rescheduling isn't possible, you'll receive a full refund for the activity, with the exception of the Machu Picchu admission tickets (approximately 200PEN), which are non-refundable.
On occasion, due to high demand, Machu Picchu tickets may be sold out. In this case, we'll offer you an alternative route. You can view the maps for the different routes we would follow in this case at the links below.
Route Options
Depending on availability, different routes through Machu Picchu may be taken. Please note that all the points mentioned in the itinerary will be visited, but the order may vary depending on the route.
Here are the different regular routes available:
