What is included in this Machu Picchu day trip?

It includes hotel pick-up and drop-off in Cusco, the private transfer to Ollantaytambo, a round-trip panoramic train, the shuttle bus, your Machu Picchu entrance ticket, a private guide and lunch.

Which train is best: Expedition, The Voyager or Vistadome?

All three are comfortable panoramic trains with large windows. Expedition and The Voyager are operated by Inca Rail and Vistadome by PeruRail, with extra roof windows and onboard entertainment. For the ultimate luxury, we can upgrade you to the Hiram Bingham train with fine dining.

Can you include flights and a hotel in Cusco?

Yes. We can book your round-trip flights Lima – Cusco – Lima, airport transfers and nights in a luxury or boutique hotel in Cusco, so everything is organized in one quote. Mention it in the request form.

Do I need to acclimatize before the tour?

Machu Picchu (approx. 2,430 m) is lower than Cusco (approx. 3,400 m), so the tour itself is gentle on the body. We recommend at least one night in Cusco before the tour to adapt to the altitude.

How long is the Machu Picchu day trip?

It is a full day of about 14–15 hours, starting before dawn and returning to Cusco in the evening. Most of the journey is spent relaxing on the train; if you prefer a calmer pace, we can add a night in Aguas Calientes.

How much does the Machu Picchu day trip cost?

The price depends on the train class you choose and the number of travelers. The Rates tab shows the current price per person; flights and hotels in Cusco are quoted separately on request.

Luxury Machu Picchu Day Trip from Cusco by Panoramic Train

Day 1

Machu Picchu Revealed: Guided Discovery by Expedition, The Voyager or Vistadome Train

An unforgettable full day at Machu Picchu. Your private driver picks you up at your hotel in Cusco before dawn and takes you through the Sacred Valley to Ollantaytambo, where you board your panoramic train: Expedition or The Voyager with Inca Rail, or the Vistadome with PeruRail, with large windows framing the Urubamba River and the snow-capped Andes. In Aguas Calientes, a shuttle bus climbs to the citadel for a private guided tour of the Main Plaza, the Temple of the Sun, the Intihuatana stone and the agricultural terraces. After lunch, ride the train back and your driver returns you to your hotel in Cusco in the evening.

Good to Know

Duration: the guided tour lasts approx. 2–2.5 hours.
Bus: the shuttle between Aguas Calientes and Machu Picchu takes approx. 25 minutes each way.
Tickets & circuits: entry tickets are sold for a specific time slot and circuit, and the route inside the citadel depends on the circuit booked. Re-entry is not permitted.
Passport: you must carry the original passport used to book your ticket.
Huayna Picchu & Machu Picchu Mountain: these hikes require a separate ticket and must be booked in advance.
What to bring: sunscreen, a hat, insect repellent, a rain jacket and water. Large backpacks, walking sticks without rubber tips, and food are not allowed inside the site.

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Machu Picchu Day Trip: 1 Luxury Day from Cusco

A full day at Machu Picchu by panoramic train, with hotel pick-up, a private guide and lunch, in one day of private luxury.

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Machu Picchu in One Luxury Day from Cusco

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