Machu Picchu Day Trip from Cusco - Small Group Tour
Description
Machu Picchu Full-Day Tour by Train from Cusco—Small Group Are you short on time but still dreaming of visiting Machu Picchu? This small-group tour makes it easy to visit this Wonder of the World in just one day—with everything arranged for you. Enjoy hotel pick-up in Cusco, a scenic train ride to Aguas Calientes, and a guided tour of Machu Picchu, where your expert guide will share its secrets, history, and legends. With a small group, you’ll enjoy a more personal experience—and you can choose the Expedition or the Voyager train or upgrade to the Vistadome or 360° for even more scenic views. Book now and experience the magic of Machu Picchu without the hassle!
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Itinerary
Early morning pick-up and scenic transfer to Ollantaytambo Your Machu Picchu adventure begins early with a 4:30 AM hotel pick-up in Cusco. Travel comfortably in a modern, air-conditioned van on a scenic 1.5-hour drive to Ollantaytambo, where your train to Machu Picchu awaits. Along the way, enjoy the first glimpses of the Sacred Valley waking up, with your guide sharing tips for the day ahead. Please be ready 20 minutes before departure to ensure a smooth and timely start to your unforgettable journey.
Scenic Train Ride to Aguas Calientes Board your scenic train to Aguas Calientes (also known as Machu Picchu Town) between 6:40 AM and 7:20 AM. Sit back and relax as you enjoy breathtaking views of the Sacred Valley, passing towering mountains, lush valleys, and rushing rivers along the way—a perfect preview of the adventure ahead. To guarantee seamless boarding, kindly arrive at the train station at least half an hour before departure.
Arrival in Aguas Calientes & Bus to Machu Picchu Upon arrival in Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu Town), our team will greet you and assist with directions before you board the shuttle bus for a scenic 30-minute ride up to Machu Picchu’s entrance. With your expert guide, explore the legendary Inca citadel, discovering its ancient temples, terraces, and hidden corners while learning the incredible history and mysteries behind this Wonder of the World. After your guided tour, return to Aguas Calientes, where you’ll have about an hour of spare time to enjoy lunch at a local restaurant (meal not included), explore the village, or simply relax before your train back to Ollantaytambo.
A Guided Tour of Machu Picchu and the Scenic Return to Cusco Upon arrival at Machu Picchu, board the shuttle bus for a 30-minute ride up the winding road to the Inca citadel, where your expert guide will lead a fascinating two-hour walking tour. Explore the ancient stairways, ceremonial temples, and intricate stonework, all while enjoying breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding Andes. After the guided visit, enjoy some spare time to capture photos or simply soak in the awe-inspiring atmosphere. Finally, relax and enjoy the scenic train and vehicle journey back to Cusco, wrapping up an unforgettable day at one of the world’s greatest wonders.
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Pickup Locations & Times
Travelers can get picked up. Please provide your location information so we can coordinate a convenient pickup for you. Our team is committed to providing our customers with a seamless travel experience.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(153)
First off the guy was asking me to change my travel date a day before my planned travel date. Then he booked the wrong slot for the entry to Machu Picchu due to which I had to waste 2 hours being humiliated by the officers there. The tour guide wasn’t friendly
Thank you Jorge, you really added the wow factor to our tour of Macchu picchu, it was incredible. He picked us up from our hotel and made getting on the bus very easy. His English is great and he is a very good story teller. He took great photos for us too.
Great guide for Machu Picchu! Jorge was very knowledgeable and explained the Inca culture. They helped facilitate getting a ticket for Machu Picchu. The only negative is that we had to buy our bus ticket that was supposed to be included but they refunded us the cost so it was no problem. Everything else was easy.
Look no further. Don't hesitate. We booked last minute and doubted we would be able to get tickets. I don’t know how they pulled it off but they worked out the majority of the logistics for us as well as securing tickets. They worked magic and reassured us the whole way. It turned out to be a picture perfect tour with no hiccups. I tip my hat to this crew as what they did wasn't easy I know.
It is a long journey! So be prepared for that. But Dennis did an amazing job at communication and making sure we were taken care of every step of the way. They definitely have a great team that communicates to make sure someone meets you each step of the way. For us, a driver took us two hours out from airport to the train station, and someone else took us 2 hours from the train station to our hotel for the night! So I would recommend having cash handy to tip since they definitely handle everything for you. (they don’t ask, but I am sure they appreciate it!). I even had trouble acclimating, as expected, as soon as we landed in Cusco. Our driver was kind enough to stop and let me use the restroom, and find water. He also offered me agua de Florida, which did help. When we got to Macchu Picchu, our guide Andre was incredible! He was so informative, both spiritually and factually. The spirit part made us feel closer to the place, it made us feel the energy and vibrations! I would highly recommend booking them!
Dennis with Cosmo Expedition was great at making sure we had a great experience at Machu Picchu after a hiccup in our reservation. Dario provided a great experience visiting local homes, Moray and Maras salt mines. The train ride to Águas Callientes was so enjoyable. Alfredo was an excellent tour guide for our visit to Machu Picchu. The whole team provided a very good experience.
Excellent tour! It was so informative and the picture spots were stunning! Highly recommend!
Since I didn't have a ticket, I was guided from Machu Picchu village to the ticket office. I chose the 1-B course because I heard the views were great. The views were indeed amazing, and it was the perfect course for taking pictures. They also bought me the bus ticket. Jorge picked me up from my hotel in the morning and gave me a fantastic tour. He taught me everything about the history and environment, translating everything into Japanese on his smartphone. It was the best tour of my life.
I booked my tickets for Machu Pichu 2 weeks before my travel and by that time all tickets were sold. Dennis reached out and explained the process to get in person tickets by traveling to Aguas Calientes the day before. Dennis made the entire process hassle-free. When I landed in Cusco, he arranged personal transfer from Cusco Airport to Ollantaytambo, which the starting point of Peru Rail. He was booking my entire travel real time. He booked the Vistadome Observatory for the train, which is a must experience. My guide Ceasar was waiting for me at the train station and helped me through the tickets, even helped me to the local restaurants. Next day during the Machu Pichu visit, Elvis was my guide who was very knowledgeable and the tour was very smooth. Dennis then booked my train + bus back to Cusco. Overall, I was very happy and satisfied with the tour. The tour company Cosmo Expeditions is very reliable and they go above and beyond to make your trip successful. Highly Recommended!
Jorje was an incredible tour guide explaining everything so clearly and was so hospitable. The experience was amazing!!! Highly recommended
