Machu Picchu Full Day Tour

Explore Machu Picchu through a Day Tour from Cusco

Experience a Machu Picchu full day tour from Cusco, including scenic train rides, guided exploration of the Inca citadel, and breathtaking mountain views. Enjoy seamless transport, expert insights, and time to explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Perfect for travelers seeking a rich cultural journey in just one unforgettable day.

Machu Picchu Full Day Tour Overview

This tour offers a complete, well-paced experience of Machu Picchu in one day, with stunning views, cultural insight, and minimal hassle. Perfect for those who are limited in time. We will take of everything; From the bus ride to the tickets entrance. A great adventure towards the Seven Wonders awaits you.

Full Day Machu Picchu Tour Itinerary

Between 3:00 and 3:30 am our representative will collect you from your hotel in our minivan. Afterward, we will drive to Ollantaytambo where the train station is located; the bus drive will take around 1.5 hours. Then, you will board the train to Aguas Calientes town, Board the Expedition or Vistadome train for a picturesque 1.5-hour ride along the Urubamba River, surrounded by mountains and jungle. You’ll arrive in Aguas Calientes, the town at the base of Machu Picchu.

Bus to Machu Picchu: Here you will board the bus that will take you up to the main entrance to Machu Picchu, check in at the control with your passport and ticket. Then you are ready to discover some of the most wonderful ancient site in the world.

Explore Machu Picchu

Explore the wonders of Machu Picchu on a guided tour through its ancient stone pathways, sacred temples, and panoramic terraces. Learn the secrets of Inca engineering, astronomy, and daily life as your expert guide brings the citadel’s rich history to life amid breathtaking mountain scenery and mystical surroundings.

Returning Train journey to Cusco

The return train journey from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo is a relaxing and scenic ride through the heart of the Sacred Valley. After an exciting day at Machu Picchu , you’ll board your train—usually in the afternoon—at the Aguas Calientes station.As the train departs, you can unwind while watching the lush jungle give way to mountain landscapes, terraced hillsides, and the winding Urubamba River.The journey typically takes 1.5 to 2 hours. Upon arrival at Ollantaytambo station, a vehicle will be waiting to take you back to your hotel in Cusco, which adds another 1.5 to 2 hours of travel.It’s the perfect time to relax, reflect on your experience, and take in the fading light over the Andes as you return from one of the world’s most iconic destinations.

What the Tour Includes

• Pick up: We will collect you from your hotel in Cusco
• Transportation: Round-trip transportation from the bus station
• Train Ticket: Round trip train ticket from Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchu
• Guided Tour in Machu Picchu: 3 Hours of guided tour in Machu Picchu
• Bus to Machu Picchu: Round-trip ticket to Machu Picchu
• Drop off in Cusco: Bus to your hotel in Cusco

What is NOT Included

• Meals: Meals are not included during this tour
• Water: You will be able to buy along the way.
• Huayna Picchu Mountain: Need to book in advance
• Tips: Tips for the guide

What to Bring on the Tour

• Clothing:
• Moisture-wicking base layers
• Insulating mid-layers (fleece or down jacket)
• Waterproof and windproof jacket
• Comfortable trekking pants and shorts
• Hat, gloves, and a buff or scarf

• Accessories:
• Sunglasses with UV protection
• Sunscreen and lip balm
• Insect repellent
• Reusable water bottle or hydration system

• Personal Items:
• Valid passport and necessary permits
• Personal first aid kit
• Camera or smartphone for photos

• Miscellaneous:
• Snacks for personal energy boosts
• Waterproof bags for electronics and valuables

Machu Picchu Trip Details

• Duration: Full Day Tour
• Difficulty Level: Easy
• Group Size: Up to 12 people
• Start Point: Cusco
• End Point: Cusco
• Season: All year round (subject to weather conditions)

Prepare adequately to ensure a safe, comfortable, and enjoyable tour towards one of the world’s most iconic tourist destination. We look forward to guiding you on this remarkable adventure!