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Viator · group up to 10 pax

Machu Picchu Full Day Tour from Cusco

5.0(26)Cusco1 hour
VIATOR5.0(1)TRIPADVISOR5.0(25)

Description

Experience the wonder of Machu Picchu on a full day tour from Cusco. Your adventure begins with an early morning hotel pickup and transfer to Ollantaytambo Station, where you'll board a train through the breathtaking Sacred Valley to Aguas Calientes. Upon arrival, meet your professional guide and take the shuttle bus to Machu Picchu. Enjoy a guided tour of more than 2 hours, exploring the most important sectors of the ancient Inca citadel while learning about its history and significance. After the tour, enjoy free time in Aguas Calientes for lunch, sightseeing, or souvenir shopping at your own pace. In the afternoon, return by train to Ollantaytambo and continue by tourist transportation to Cusco, arriving at approximately 10 p.m. Book in advance to secure your preferred date.

Tour Options

Machu Picchu Full Day Tour from Cusco
  • Pickup included

Itinerary

240 min

Pick up from the hotel to the bus station, then a bus trip to Ollantaytambo, and a train trip to Aguas Calientes.

360 min

Aguas Calientes, the gateway to Machu Picchu, is nestled in a lush valley by the Urubamba River. This bustling town offers a mix of cozy cafes, markets, and hot springs, ideal for relaxation. With no cars, its narrow streets invite exploration, enhancing its charm. Besides serving as the starting point for Machu Picchu visits, it's a place for rejuvenation and experiencing local culture, making it a unique stop in the heart of the Sacred Valley.

Admission included180 min

Embark on a full-day tour to Machu Picchu, the breathtaking "Lost City of the Incas" nestled high in the Andes. Journey by train through the scenic Urubamba Valley, then explore ancient marvels with a guide: the Main Plaza, Royal Quarters, and the Temple of the Three Windows. Marvel at the precision of Inca architecture, harmonized with the natural landscape. Feel the spiritual energy of this mystical site, reflecting on human achievements in harmony with nature. This unforgettable journey through time reveals the soul of the ancient Inca Empire, leaving you in awe of its beauty and ingenuity. The tour includes the entrance ticket that is available at the time of booking, with Circuit 2 being prioritized. If Circuit 2 is not available, the tour will be operated using Circuit 1 or Circuit 3.

300 min

Return from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo by train, and a trip to Ollantaytambo to the center of Cusco by Bus. The return to Cusco may be scheduled earlier, provided that train availability allows it.

Highlights

Up and down bus tickets to Machu Picchu
Air-conditioned vehicle
Train tickets to Aguas Calientes
Transport to the train station
Entrance to Machu Picchu
Guided tour in Machu Picchu

What's included

Included
Up and down bus tickets to Machu Picchu
Air-conditioned vehicle
Train tickets to Aguas Calientes
Transport to the train station
Entrance to Machu Picchu
Guided tour in Machu Picchu
Not included
Lunch

Pickup Locations & Times

A private transportation vehicle, chosen based on the size of your group, will pick you up from your location to begin your tour to the Inca Rail/Peru Rail train station.

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Reviews(26)

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mireyas846
April 8, 2026
Travel to Machupichu

Excellent organization, we only had delay with the train back to Cusco

1 people found this helpful
Operator response

Estimada Mireya, Nos alegra saber que disfrutaste de la organización. Lamentamos el retraso con el tren, pero estamos felices de haberlo resuelto juntos. Con cariño desde Cusco, El equipo de Machu Picchu Cheap

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Diego V
October 30, 2025
Excellent Service

Attention of the agency very good, all according to schedule and very fulfilled with all Tures, highly recommended and always aware of all our concerns

Operator response

Estimado Diego, Nos alegra saber que todo salió de maravilla en su visita y que disfrutaron al máximo de cada tour ¡Hasta una próxima aventura! Siempre a su servicio, El equipo de Machu Picchu Cheap.

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alerK8356QI
August 10, 2025
Excellent experience!

The agency staff was very attentive to us at all times. Jessica in Machu Picchu, very attentive and helped us get to our accommodation and tours on time, is very friendly and diligent. Our guide in Machu Picchu is very knowledgeable about the subject and taught us very interesting things. We recommend them 100%.

Operator response

Estimada Claudia, ¡Gracias por recomendarnos! Nos alegra saber que disfrutaron de su experiencia con nosotros. Será un placer volver a recibirlos en una próxima aventura por el Perú. Con cariño desde Cusco, El equipo de Machu Picchu Cheap.

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Sofía H
May 12, 2025
Wonderful Machu Picchu Tour, exceptional

Excellent attention from the staff, always attentive to any details and above all a recognition to our guide in Machu Picchu who was exceptional, they have 24 hour care, we felt very cared for, the lady who also attended us very friendly, we will definitely choose them again for our next trip to Peru

Operator response

Estimada Sofia, Muchas gracias por confiar en nosotros. Será un placer tenerlos de regreso por el Perú para conocer más destinos increíbles y brindarles la mejor atención ¡Hasta pronto! Saludos cordiales.

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carolinaaD6714AV
April 14, 2025
Super earrings

The truth Caro helped us with everything! We had difficulty landing the first day because of the weather, and that made it difficult for us to travel, however Caro always pending helped us get new trains, and it solved us!!! Always respond in time!

Operator response

Estimada Carolina, ¡Gracias por compartir su experiencia con nosotros! Nos alegra saber que todo se resolvió a tiempo y que pudieron continuar con su viaje sin inconvenientes. ¡Nos vemos en próximas aventuras! Saludos cordiales.

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Geovanni C
November 28, 2024
Excellent experience! Widely recommended!!

Amazing experience!! Fully recommended, we traveled from Mexico and the support the agency gave us with planning the trip was amazing! They made us a personalized plan with transfers, the first day with a walking tour of the city of Cusco, the next day we took a tour of quadricycles to maras moray and salt flats and to end the last day with a full day to Machu Picchu supporting us with an excellent guide (Carlos Sifuentes) which gave us all the information and explanation of the history of this wonder!! We did not fight in the least making the trip more pleasurable by not worrying about tickets or schedules, thank you very much Machu Picchu Cheap for your support at all times we wish you the best of success and continue to provide this 5-star service ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

1 people found this helpful
Operator response

Estimado Geovanni, Muchas gracias por tu comentario. Nos alegra saber que disfrutaron del plan personalizado para sus días en Cusco. Nos esforzamos para que nuestros clientes vivan una experiencia libre de preocupaciones. Estaremos más que contentos de recibirlos en otra oportunidad para brindarles el servicio que nos caracteriza y seguir recorriendo el Perú juntos. Saludos cordiales,

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401yennyt
November 21, 2024
Excellent agency

Very happy with the experience, everything was very well organized and managed, respecting the times and the itinerary. Accommodations and tours meet expectations. Thank you 💓

1 people found this helpful
Operator response

Estimada Yenny, Muchas gracias por tu comentario, nos alegra saber que disfrutaste de tu visita Cusco y que nuestro servicio cumplió con tus expectativas. Estaremos esperándote para una próxima aventura. Saludos,

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carmencB1664NP
October 12, 2024
Good experience in Machu Picchu

With my friends we visited Cusco and Machu Pichu, the experience was excellent, punctual, responsible and concerned for us. Fully recommended. Congratulations on the service.

1 people found this helpful
Operator response

Estimada Carmen, Muchas gracias por tu comentario, nos alegra saber que disfrutaron de su visita a Cusco y que tuvieron una grata experiencia con nosotros. Estaremos esperándolos para una próxima aventura. Saludos,

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Vacation57354655918
October 9, 2024
Excellent service, Guide in Machu Picchu 10/10 Franco is called and I recommend it

Excellent view, very favorable weather. The (Franco) Guide excellent. The chaotic, the lines to climb from hot waters to Machu Picchu.

Operator response

Estimado Juan, Muchas gracias por tu comentario. Nos alegra saber que disfrutaron de su visita a Machu Picchu con la compañía de Franco. Sabemos que las filas en Aguas Calientes pueden ser un poco caóticas, especialmente en temporada alta, estamos trabajando constantemente para mejorar la experiencia de nuestros viajeros y hacer todo lo posible para que su visita sea más fluida. Apreciamos mucho tu comentario. ¡Esperamos verlos nuevamente en una futura aventura! Saludos,

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jonathanmF499TO
September 10, 2024
Unforgettable Experience!!!

We received superb attention from the whole team. In particular, we want to acknowledge Caro, our hostess, who was at all times aware of all the details from the time I contacted her, until we left Cuzco. Thank you so much for everything!!!!

Operator response

Estimado Jonathan, Muchas gracias por tu comentario, fue un honor para nosotros haber sido parte de su grata experiencia en Cusco. Esperamos en un futuro poder recibirlos nuevamente para descubrir juntos más de Perú. Saludos cordiales,

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