Machu Picchu Full Day Tour from Cusco
Description
Explore the Incan citadel of Machu Picchu on this small-group tour from Cusco, which allows you to leave all of the logistics to the experts. All of your transfers, including hotel pickup and train tickets from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes, are included and you will explore the UNESCO-listed Machu Picchu in the company of a guide who will reveal its secrets.
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Itinerary
We will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco at 6:30 a.m. and take you in our private transport to Ollantaytambo, a drive of about two hours.
Upon arrival in Ollantaytambo, we will go to the train station to board the train to Aguas Calientes, the town from which you access Machu Picchu. The train ride from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes takes about one and a half hours.
Upon arrival in Aguas Calientes at approximately 10:00 a.m., our accredited guide will take you to the bus station, where you will board the bus to the citadel of Machu Picchu. The bus ride takes around thirty minutes, and you will arrive at the entrance to Machu Picchu at about 11:00 a.m.
Upon arrival at Machu Picchu you will pass a control so we recommend you bring your original passport. After passing the control, our accredited guide will take you on a tour of the citadel of Machu Picchu. You will visit the agricultural area where you can see farming terraces or Andenes, which are structures made up of stone walls of different sizes. In the urban area, you will visit the sectors of Hurin or Sacred Space and Hanan or Residential Space. In the Sacred Sector, the Cover Group, the Temple of the Sun, the Royal Mausoleum, the Royal Residence, the Temple of the Three Windows, the Main Temple and the Intihuatana group stand out, which occupies the highest place in the Sacred Space. In the Residential Sector you will see various groups, such as the Condor Sector, Los Espejos de Agua (Los Morteros), Las Tres Portadas, Grupo Alto and Roca Sagrada. After visiting all these places you will take the bus back to Aguas Calientes. The trip takes around thirty minutes.
You will arrive in Aguas Calientes at approximately 1:00 p.m. and have free time to have lunch, relax in the thermal baths, or explore the town. You will have approximately three hours of free time. After this, you will return to the train station to board the 6:20 p.m. train.
After a train ride of about one and a half hours, you will arrive in Ollantaytambo at around 8:00 p.m.
Upon arrival in Ollantaytambo, our private transport will be waiting to take you back to Cusco, where you will arrive at approximately 9:30 p.m.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Our collaborators will come personally to your hotels with a previous call within 10 minutes.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The 2 hours and 30 minutes duration that remains will be allocated for walks, leisure time in Machupicchu town, and waiting for the train service.
Reviews(44)
A unique experience thanks to viajes speedy. Perfect organization of hotel pick-up at the bus and incarail train. A special thank you to Willian, our guide of this day who for two hours explained us a lot about the history of the site, the flora and fauna as well as some initiatives to help us take souvenir shots. An unmissable experience not to be missed under any circumstances with viajes speedy! Jerome and Elizabeth and their children Iris and Lucas.
Un grand merci pour ce magnifique témoignage ! 🌄✨ Nous sommes ravis de savoir que votre expérience avec Viajes Speedy a été unique et parfaitement organisée, depuis la prise en charge à l’hôtel jusqu’au bus et au train IncaRail. Votre satisfaction est notre plus belle récompense. Un remerciement tout particulier pour vos mots à l’attention de Willian. Nous sommes heureux qu’il ait su partager avec passion l’histoire du site, la faune, la flore, et même quelques astuces pour repartir avec de superbes souvenirs en photos. C’est exactement le type d’accompagnement que nous souhaitons offrir à nos voyageurs. Merci à Jérôme et Elisabeth, ainsi qu’à Iris et Lucas, pour votre confiance et votre chaleureuse recommandation. Ce fut un réel plaisir de vous accompagner en famille, et nous espérons vous revoir un jour pour une nouvelle aventure au Pérou. À très bientôt avec Viajes Speedy
We set off from Cusco on a full-day trip to the majestic Machu Picchu, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. We set off on a scenic train ride through the Sacred Valley, surrounded by breathtaking scenery. Upon arrival, we explored the ancient Inca citadel with a professional guide, uncovering its fascinating history, temples and terraces. Perfect for adventurers and history buffs.
Your words capture the spirit of this adventure perfectly! 🌿 Machu Picchu is a place that combines history, mystery, and beauty — and we’re so happy you could experience it with us.
Me and My friends embarked on a full-day trip from Cusco to the wonder of the world, Machu Picchu. We started with a scenic train ride through the Sacred Valley surrounded by majestic landscapes. We arrived in Aguas Calientes and took a bus to the citadel. We explored the ancient Inca city on a guided tour, discovering its temples, terraces and mysteries. Afterwards, we enjoyed some free time before returning to Cusco.
What a wonderful journey you shared with your friends 🙌✨. Traveling by train through the Sacred Valley and finally exploring the magic of Machu Picchu is truly an unforgettable experience, and we’re so happy to know it was special for you. The history, the temples, the terraces… they never stop inspiring us either! Thank you so much for trusting us to be part of this adventure 💛. We hope to welcome you again soon for more discoveries in Peru."
Experienced a full day adventure from Cusco to Machu Picchu! We started our journey through a pleasant train ride through the sacred valley, then traveled by bus to the royal Inca castle. Enjoyed a guided tour exploring the rich history, architecture and charming scenery of this World Heritage Site. Ideal for limited time travelers.
Full-Day Tour to Machu Picchu from Cusco: Experience an unforgettable journey to Machu Picchu on a full-day tour from Cusco. Travel by train through the Sacred Valley, enjoy the breathtaking Andean scenery, and explore the ancient Inca citadel with a professional guide. Discover the rich history, stunning architecture, and natural beauty of this World Heritage Site - all in one incredible day.
We experienced a full-day trip from Cusco to the iconic Machu Picchu, which was perfect for us. We started with an early morning transfer to Ollantaytambo and took a scenic train ride to Aguas Calientes. From there, a short bus ride took us to Machu Picchu, where a professional guide shared with us the history and secrets of the ancient Inca citadel. We enjoyed the breathtaking views, visited the important sites, and took unforgettable photos before returning to Cusco in the evening.
We had an unforgettable full-day trip from Cusco to Machu Picchu. Our expedition began with an early morning transfer to Ollantaytambo, followed by a scenic train ride to Aguas Calientes. From there, a short bus ride took us to the majestic Inca citadel of Machu Picchu. We explored its ancient temples, terraces, and breathtaking views with a professional guide. After the trip, we returned to Cusco the same day. This all-inclusive trip offered a perfect blend of history, culture, and natural beauty.
Thank you so much for sharing your unforgettable experience with us! We're thrilled to hear that your full-day journey to Machu Picchu was everything you hoped for — and more. From the early morning transfer to the scenic train and guided exploration of the majestic Inca citadel, it sounds like you truly embraced the magic of this historical wonder. We're especially glad our all-inclusive service helped you enjoy a smooth and enriching day filled with culture, history, and stunning nature. We’d love to welcome you back again for more unforgettable adventures in Peru! Viajes Speedy Tour Team
We booked this trip at least 6 months in advance to ensure we secured a spot. The trip was well organised and the tour company stayed in touch with us from the point of booking all the way through to the end of the trip. The transport was also well organised, with a 3am taxi pick up from our hotel in Cusco to take us to Cusco station to get the bus to Ollantaytambo train station. This took about 2.5h before we boarded the train to Machu Picchu Pueblos station (Aguas Calientes) which took another 1.5h. Here we met the tour guide (Anthony) who accompanied us to the site on the 25m bus ride. All tickets were sorted in advance and provided electronically on WhatsApp. The tour of Machu Picchu (MP) took approximately 2h with Anthony taking us to all the key points on Circuit 2. This is the best circuit of the 3 available but we did not have the choice when booking so it turned out just fine. Anthony was well informed and provided a great insight into the history of the citadel and also was at hand to take the many many photos we wanted. The return journey took a lot longer and with a tight connection at Ollytantambo back to Cusco, we were worried about missing the bus however, it is clear that PeruRail own the trips and the bus waited until all passengers from the delayed train from MP arrived. A taxi was waiting for us at Cusco to take us back to the hotel, all included in the booking. A fabulous day for us and a bucket list item well and truly ticked. Thank you to Anthony and the tour company for making this a seamless tour and one for us to remember for a long time!
Thank you so much for your thoughtful and detailed review! It means the world to us to hear that your long-anticipated trip to Machu Picchu was everything you hoped for — and more. 🏔️🚆✨ We’re thrilled to know that the whole experience — from your 3am pickup, the well-coordinated transport, to the guided visit with Anthony — went smoothly and left a lasting impression. Anthony will be very happy to know his knowledge and support made your visit even more special (and photo-filled 📸😊). We truly appreciate your trust in booking with us months in advance. Knowing that we helped make this bucket-list adventure seamless and unforgettable is exactly why we do what we do. We’d love to welcome you back someday for more magical moments in Peru! — The Speedy Tour Team
a shame, we paid for the excursion that promised us a refund, we finally cancelled, they ignored our messages and calls and never refunded us À FUÏRE!!!
agradecemos su comentario, pero estamos aqui para aclarar las cosas, desafortunadamente el viaje para machupicchu se planifica con mucho tiempo de anticipacion y para ello se debe comprar los boletos de ingreso a machupicchu , ticket de tren , ticket de bus y toda la logistica se hace con anticipacion y por esos motivos el pago es no reembolsable ya que la compañia de tren y los ingresos a machupicchu son no reembolsable entonces es facil de entender por que motivos es no reembolsable y lamentamos que no haya podido de llegar a hacer el tour por motivos personales que no pudo llegar y en consecuencia no hacer el tour. si yo hiciera el reembolso a mi quien me devuelve la plata con lo que se compro todos los boletos ya que esos boletos son intransferibles y no reembolsable
Unforgettable full-day tour from Cusco to Machu Picchu, the legendary Inca citadel. Start early with a scenic train ride through the Sacred Valley, soaking in breathtaking Andean landscapes. Upon arrival in Aguas Calientes, a short bus ride takes you to Machu Picchu, where expert guides reveal its fascinating history and architecture. Explore iconic landmarks like the Temple of the Sun and Intihuatana Stone. After an enriching visit, return to Cusco with memories of this once-in-a-lifetime adventure. Perfect for history and nature enthusiasts!
