Machupicchu by Train from Cusco
Description
This is not only an excursion, it is a fully organized experience to Machu Picchu from Cusco, designed to offer comfort, efficiency and professional accompaniment at every stage of the trip. ✨ Stress-free logistics We take care of everything: hotel pickup, private transportation to Ollantaytambo, tourist train, official bus and confirmed entrance to Machu Picchu. Certified professional guide You will explore Machu Picchu with an expert guide who will explain Inca engineering in a clear and dynamic way. Tourist train journey Enjoy one of the most beautiful railway routes in the world, surrounded by Andean mountains and the Urubamba River. Reliable and well coordinated service From first contact to your return to Cusco, our team monitors every detail to make your visit to Machu Picchu smooth, safe and memorable.
Tour Options
Itinerary
The adventure begins with pick-up from your hotel in the Historic Center of Cusco and transfer by tourist transport to the train station in Ollantaytambo, crossing the stunning Andean landscapes of the Sacred Valley.
From there, you will board the panoramic train bound for Aguas Calientes, enjoying spectacular views of the Urubamba River and the mountains surrounding this route considered one of the most beautiful in South America. VOYAGER TRAIN or EXPEDITION : Travel in comfortable carriages with large windows to enjoy the scenery. VISTADOME OR 360° TRAIN (PANORAMIC): With panoramic windows on walls and ceiling, this train connects you to nature. On the way back, enjoy a fashion show with baby alpaca garments that you can buy. VISTADOME OBSERVATORY OR PRIME TRAIN: Enjoy an exclusive car with panoramic views and music typical of the Saqra, living an immersive journey between nature and culture.
Upon arrival in Aguas Calientes, our team will assist you to board the official bus that will take you to the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu, architectural jewel of the Inca Empire.
Within Machu Picchu, you will enjoy a professional guided tour in your language, where you will explore the most important sectors such as the Temple of the Sun, the Main Square, the Intihuatana and the agricultural terraces, while discovering the history, engineering and mystery that surround this world wonder. Our service ensures a clear, dynamic and enriching explanation so you can make the most of your visit.
After the tour, you will descend to Aguas Calientes, where you will have free time to have lunch, explore the village or relax before boarding the train back to Ollantaytambo. Finally, here your driver will be waiting for you with a sign with his name written, to take him back to the city of Cusco, culminating a complete, safe and perfectly organized experience. This tour is ideal for travelers who want to visit Machu Picchu in a single day with efficient logistics, coordinated transfers and professional accompaniment from start to finish.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
1️⃣ Free pick up in Cusco We offer free pick-up from anywhere in Cusco city, including hotels, hostels and Airbnb accommodation located near vehicular access. 2️⃣ Collection in the Sacred Valley of the Incas If you are staying in the Sacred Valley of the Incas, we can also coordinate the pick-up or start of the tour from your hotel, house or apartment. This service is subject to prior coordination with our team to ensure efficient logistics.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Due to the high worldwide demand and limited availability of official tickets to Machu Picchu, Travel Cusco G will manage your admission ticket prioritizing Circuits 1 or 2 + the classic panoramic photo, considered the most requested for offering the best views and the most complete experience within the Inca citadel; in the event of no availability on these circuits at the time of issuance, our team will immediately contact you to coordinate authorized official alternatives, ensuring transparency, secure confirmation and an organized visit to Machu Picchu with nominating tickets and professional logistics.
- Official tickets to Machu Picchu are allocated strictly according to the availability in force at the time of booking, so we recommend securing your Machu Picchu Day Tour from Cusco 2 to 3 months in advance to access Circuit 2, considered the most complete and requested to include the main archaeological sectors and the classic panoramic view; in the event that Circuit 2 is sold out due to high demand and limited daily capacity, our team will immediately contact you to coordinate the allocation of Circuit 1 or Circuit 3 as authorized official alternatives, guaranteeing your confirmed entry, organized logistics and an unforgettable experience in the Inca citadel.
- ABOUT THE BRIEFING OR BRIEFING: An official representative of Travel Cusco G will contact you one day in advance to coordinate the briefing (briefing), which can be held in the lobby of your hotel or in our offices located in the Historic Center of Cusco, as previously agreed; during this personalized session we will provide detailed information about your itinerary, key recommendations for your visit to Machu Picchu and we will deliver all official tickets included in the program (tickets, train and bus), ensuring organization, transparency and a fully confirmed and smooth experience.
- ABOUT THE WHEELCHAIR: this option is offered as a private tour at an extra cost but not all areas are wheelchair accessible.
Reviews(28)
Excellent tour, very complete to visit Machu Picchu. We already booked our accommodation in Aguas Calientes and the team adjusted the itinerary perfectly according to our request. We were accompanied by the guide Joshua, who showed great professionalism, knowledge and an excellent attitude throughout the tour. At all times the company was watching us, resolving any doubts and taking care of every detail so that the experience was organized and smooth. Undoubtedly a reliable, well coordinated and highly recommended service. 100% recommended.
Excellent tour and very complete for Machu Picchu, we already had booked accommodation in Aguas Calientes and adjusted the tour according to our request. Good attitude from everyone, the Enterprise was always watching us for any doubts and they took care of absolutely every detail. 100% recomendable.
Our guide Gris was knowledgeable, attentive and pleasant to be with. As bonus, she also took wonderful pictures and gave us some great ideas. We also felt safe through out our trip. The transportation vehicles were in good state and reliable. We highly recommend getting a private tour with the agency and Gris.
We received very personalized attention, with a group exclusively for my family, which allowed us to be well looked after and to advance at our own pace, with excellent attention from the guide. Our guide, Josué, made the experience very enriching with his knowledge and experience of Peruvian history. Highly recommended.
The trip was super organized and the guide was fantastic, witty and very knowledgeable.Beautiful views and even though it was January, the weather was good.
Excellent coordination thank you Travel Cusco G team for making an amazing trip. Attention travelers highly recommended this agency met all our expectations 100% RECOMMENDED.
Really amazing organization and experience ! Just a bit long. I recommend to perhaps do a sleepover in Aguas Calientes.
Unforgettable experience. Despite the long traveling time (the whole thing took 20 hours), it was one we will never forget. Our guide was great and knowledgeable and everything went seamlessly.
Awesome guide and driver. The guide was excellent in describing all about the incans. Had a good sense of humour and great at english. We really enjoyed this trip! Also loved the trainride trough beautifull landscapes.
German saved us when we had booked a different tour and didn’t realize that Machu Picchu tickets were all sold out for May. He helped us change our itinerary to a 3-day trip from Cusco to Aguas Calientes and back so that we could get tickets in person in Aguas Calientes, which worked out well. There was a small issue with our Machu Picchu tour guide but German was very apologetic and helped make it right. He was friendly, helpful, and communicative throughout the excursion - thanks, Travel Cusco G!
We want to express my sincere gratitude for your kind words. It is an honor for us to have been part of your experience in this wonderful land of the Incas. Sometimes even the best plans can encounter small obstacles, but the important thing is how we overcome them together. We appreciate your understanding and patience, our goal is to provide exceptional service, and we will take steps to improve in that regard. At Travel Cusco G, we are proud to be part of your travel memories. We are always here to help you discover more wonders in this magical region. Thank you for choosing us and for sharing your experience with us! May you have a trip full of adventures and unforgettable moments! 🌄✨
