Peru · Archaeology

1-Day Machu Picchu Tour from Cusco with Train and Entrance Tickets

1 Day Round trip from Cusco Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Marvel at the breathtaking views on the train ride to Aguas Calientes.
02 Explore the ancient ruins of Machu Picchu with a knowledgeable guide.
03 Enjoy a comfortable and scenic bus ride to Machu Picchu.
04 Have the option to indulge in a gourmet menu on the train.

This tourist package includes the necessary tickets for an independent trip to Machu Picchu: entrance to Machu Picchu, the train, and the final bus ticket. You can also choose to add the tour guide service or lunch at the prestigious restaurant of the Sanctuary Lodge hotel. Take advantage of these services and enjoy Machu Picchu without a tour package, traveling at your own pace without strict schedules.

This tourist package includes the necessary tickets for an independent trip to Machu Picchu: entrance to Machu Picchu, the train, and the final bus ticket.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Cusco, Machu Picchu, Ollantaytambo

Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Full-Day Journey to Machu Picchu

From Cusco to Ollantaytambo by bus
The trip by road from the city of Cusco to the town of Ollantaytambo takes approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes. This service is not included in the tickets offered on this website. You can arrange transportation through a tourism agency or take public transportation minivans on Pavitos Street.
From Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes by train
In the town of Ollantaytambo, you board the train to Aguas Calientes. This trip can be made using various tourist services of the visitor's choice. All include maximum comfort, beautiful scenery, and onboard service. Some services even offer a gourmet menu. The journey takes almost 2 hours. The train ticket is available in our package.
From Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu by bus
In Aguas Calientes, you take the ecological buses to the Inca city of Machu Picchu. This trip is short, lasts only 30 minutes, and is included in this service.
Guided tour in Machu Picchu
At the gate of the Inca city, tourists must show their entrance ticket to Machu Picchu, which is included in this service. Then, optionally, they can tour the Inca city with a tour guide, also optionally offered in this service. The tour with a guide lasts 2 or 3 hours. If the visitor gets a ticket to the mountains of Machu Picchu, the tour lasts longer.
Return to Cusco
After the visit to Machu Picchu, it is time to return to Cusco. Visitors who wish can purchase the lunch service offered in this service. Others can return by bus to Aguas Calientes and have lunch there. At the scheduled time, they must board the train to Ollantaytambo. Finally, they must return by minivan or taxi to Cusco, although this last service is not included. You will arrive in Cusco at around 7:00 p.m.

Where this trip takes you

Cusco, train to Aguas Calientes, the Inca city of Machu Picchu

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Cusco 3 cities · 1 Day

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Train tickets (included)
The first step is to choose the day of your trip. The trains most used by tourists are the Expedition and the Vistadome. We recommend the 6:10 a.m. schedule so you can arrive early at Machu Picchu and have more time in the Inca llaqta. For the return trip, we recommend the same day (or the next day) at 4:22 p.m. You choose your itinerary!
Machu Picchu entrance (included)
The second step is to choose the day of your visit to Machu Picchu. This can be the same day as your trip or the next day. It depends on you. Remember that you can choose up to nine schedules in Machu Picchu, from 6 in the morning to 2 in the afternoon. Choose the one that best suits your train trip and the experience you seek.