Machu Picchu Full Day by Train
Everything you need to see Machu Picchu in one day: transport to Ollantaytambo, round-trip train, buses up and down, entrance ticket and a guide in English or Spanish.
Overview
Short on time? This all-inclusive day trip takes you from Cusco to the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu and back the same day. We handle every ticket — transport, train, buses and entrance — so you only need your passport and a good camera.
Because train seats and Machu Picchu tickets are limited, we confirm availability for your date before you pay. For the full package, book about 3 months in advance.
Highlights
- Scenic train ride along the Urubamba river
- Guided tour of the Inca citadel (2–2.5 h)
- All tickets included: train, buses and entrance
- Back in Cusco the same night
Tour plan
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04:00Pick-up and drive to Ollantaytambo
Pick-up at the hostel and 2-hour drive through the Sacred Valley to Ollantaytambo train station.
2 h -
07:00Train to Aguas Calientes
Panoramic train ride of about 1.5 hours following the Urubamba river into the cloud forest.
1 h 30 -
09:00Guided tour of Machu Picchu
Bus up the Hiram Bingham road and 2–2.5 hours guided visit: Temple of the Sun, Intihuatana, Temple of the Three Windows and the agricultural terraces.
2 h 30 · 2,430 m -
AfternoonFree time and return
Bus down to Aguas Calientes, free time for lunch and train back to Ollantaytambo, where our bus takes you to Cusco (arrival around 9–10 p.m.).
≈ 5 h
Included
- Round-trip transport Cusco – Ollantaytambo station
- Train Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes (round trip)
- Bus up and down Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu
- Machu Picchu entrance ticket
- Guide (English or Spanish)
Not included
- Meals
- Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain
- Tips
What to bring
- Original passport (mandatory)
- Light rain jacket
- Sunscreen, hat and insect repellent
- Water and snacks (no single-use plastics inside the site)
- Cash for lunch in Aguas Calientes
Important: Booking must be made 3 months in advance for the full package. For other dates, ask us first.
Your questions, answered
01What time does the Machu Picchu Full Day by Train start?+
Pick-up is at 04:00 from Recoleta Hostel (or your hotel in the historic centre). Be ready in the lobby 10 minutes before.
02How difficult is it?+
Easy and suitable for most travellers. The highest point is about 2,430 m above sea level.
03Can I pay online and get a confirmation?+
Yes. Book on this page and pay securely by card (Izipay or BBVA), PayPal or Yape. You receive the confirmation by email immediately.
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01$345
02$695