Full-Day Small-Group Machu Picchu Tour from Cusco

This full-day excursion to Machu Picchu takes you on one of the most incredible train journeys in the world. Follow the route of the Urubamba River all the way to the cloud forest that surrounds Machu Picchu. Tour the ancient citadel with a guide.
Your 15-hour excursion begins with an early morning pick-up at your Cusco hotel. Travel by private bus to the town of Ollantaytambo in the Sacred Valley, where you'll board the train to Aguas Calientes.

Admire the stunning scenery throughout the train journey, following the course of the river through the Sacred Valley before arriving in Aguas Calientes.

When you arrive in Aguas Calientes town your tour guide will greet you and escort you to the bus station for the ride up to Machu Picchu. You’ll have a 2.5-hour tour of the site, during which time you'll learn about the Incas and visit the most important areas of the citadel.

After the guided tour you'll have free time to explore the site on your own. There are various areas that are not included in the tour such as the Inca Bridge and you can ask your guide for suggestions about what to see.

Later in the afternoon, you’ll take the bus back down to Aguas Calientes, where you’ll board the train back to Ollantaytambo. A private bus will transfer you to Cusco. The program ends at your hotel.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.