Machu Picchu Full-Day Tour by Train from Cusco - Small Group
Description
Machu Picchu Full-Day Tour from Cusco—A Journey to the Lost City Do you have a limited time? No problem! This seamlessly organized full-day tour lets you experience Machu Picchu stress-free—without spending extra days away from Cusco. Scenic Train Ride Through the Andes Enjoy one of the world’s most breathtaking train journeys, following the Urubamba River through the Sacred Valley and cloud forest. Sit back, relax, and take in unforgettable mountain views on your way to Aguas Calientes. Explore the Wonders of Machu Picchu With your expert guide, uncover the secrets of this UNESCO World Heritage Site—from the Temple of the Three Windows to the Sun Gate's panoramic views. After the guided tour, enjoy spare time to explore on your own. Why Choose This Tour? * Maximize time at Machu Picchu in just one day. * Hassle-free experience—we handle all tickets & transport. * Offer small group or private tour options for a personalized touch. * Trusted by travelers worldwide
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Itinerary
Your guide will pick you up at your accommodation in Cuzco around 4:00 am with a minibus and you will go to Ollantaytambo train station.
Then, you will take the 6:10 am train that will take you to Aguas Calientes. Also known as Machu Picchu village. The ride takes about an hour and a half, circulating through spectacular scenery with views of snow-capped mountains, the Vilcanota River and the semi-tropical and high jungle zone.
Once in Aguas Calientes, you will take the bus that will take you to the archaeological park of Machu Picchu, which you will access from the upper area. The professional guide will tell you the history and secrets of this magical place in a two-hour guided tour. After the guided tour, you will have free time until 1:00 p.m. to explore the citadel on your own.
We will return from Machu Picchu to the town of Aguas Calientes, where you can have lunch in one of its restaurants before taking the train back to Ollantaytambo.
At the Ollantaytambo train station, a minibus will be waiting to take you back to Cuzco. We will be in the city between 20:30 and 22:00. The exact time of arrival in Cuzco may vary depending on train schedules and will be indicated in your reservation confirmation.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(90)
The best.Over the top. They went out of the way to help. Julio made it happen. 10/10
This company is a complete scam. We booked multiple tours with Elvis Adventures Peru, including this Machu Picchu tour, trusting their reviews and professional appearance. Instead of service, they stole approximately $8,000 USD from us. After we paid in full, they canceled at the last minute, refused to provide any service, and kept all our money. No refund. No explanation. No accountability. When we tried to contact them, they ignored our calls, emails, and messages. This is not a mistake it is deliberate fraud. They are cheating tourists in Cusco. I have already filed complaints with the Peruvian tourism authorities and my bank. Do not book anything with Elvis Adventures Peru unless you want to lose thousands of dollars like we did.
Dear Lillian, We categorically take these allegations with the utmost seriousness. Following an exhaustive review of all internal booking systems, financial records, and communication logs, we can state with certainty that no reservation, transaction, or correspondence exists that supports the claims made in this review. An alleged payment of this magnitude would be fully recorded and traceable within our systems. No such evidence exists. Elvis Adventures Peru operates in full legal compliance with all applicable tourism regulations in Peru and maintains a clean and verifiable record with both authorities and clients. The assertions presented here do not correspond to any documented activity within our company and raise serious concerns regarding their accuracy and origin. We formally request that the reviewer provide verifiable documentation (including full name, booking reference, and proof of payment) to substantiate these claims. In the absence of such evidence, we respectfully request TripAdvisor to review and take appropriate action regarding this post, as it appears to contain unverified and potentially misleading information. Sincerely, Elvis Adventures Peru Team
The whole script was followed as combined. Guides were very friendly and requested. I recommend!
Jorge was a good guide. He showed all the details with a lot of calm. It was an incredible experience.
Visiting Machu Picchu was truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and Elvis Adventures made it absolutely perfect. Our guide, Jorge, was outstandingextremely knowledgeable, friendly. He took the time to explain every detail, answered all our questions, and made sure we enjoyed every moment without feeling rushed. The entire experience felt personalized and smooth from start to finish. If you're looking for a private Machu Picchu tour with an expert guide, I highly recommend Elvis Adventures. This was easily one of the highlights of our trip to Peru!
Amazing tour. Our tour guide Ruben was exceptional. He did an amazing job sharing the history of Machu Picchu with us and ensuring we understood it making the tour even more meaningful. He also took amazing photos of us. I was very happy for his thoroughness as it was our first time. When we got back in town, he recommended a very nice restaurant which we enjoyed. So happy and pleased with this tour. DO NOT HESITATE TO BOOK!
My husband and I had a wonderful day on our Machu Picchu tour with Elvis Adventures. Julio Cesar was very attentive with every detail of the trip and was always available to answer questions and help. Our tour guide, Ruben, met us in Aguas Calientes and did a fantastic job explaining what we were seeing. He is very knowledgeable about the history of the Incas. We took Route 1 - Mountain and the views of the mountains and the ruins were incredible. Ruben took charge of the camera at scenic locations so my husband and I would have photos of the two of us together. We enjoyed the restaurant he recommended for lunch, The Full House. If I was planning additional tours in Cusco, I would happily contact Elvis Adventures again, and if I planned another visit to Machu Picchu I would request Ruben as a tour guide.
This experience was wonderful despite the weather. Most notable was the attention to detail provided by my tour contact Julio Cesar. From making tour arrangements and additional transfers to and from the airport, Julio Cesar proved some tour guides still care about their clients. The trip to Machu Picchu aboard the train was very smooth and very comfortable. The guide at Machu Picchu too was very knowledgeable and made certain we saw the entire site. Thank you Elvis Tours for this tour and a huge Thank you for the impeccable service provided by Julio Cesar making it a wonderful time spent. I cannot recommend this tour higher that 5 stars or I certainly would.
I traveled alone to Cusco and didn’t have to worry about anything everything was perfectly organized for me. When I arrived in Aguas Calientes, my guide Julio was already waiting for me, and it was wonderful. He explained everything about Machu Picchu and the Inca people, answered all my questions, and his English was very good, which made the experience even better. He also took many amazing photos and videos for me. Thank you for everything! Since I stayed in Cusco for a month, I had the opportunity to visit Machu Picchu for a second time. On this occasion, I would like to thank the company Elvis Adventures for the incredible full-day tour. It was truly an amazing experience, and Julio was an exceptional guide very professional, friendly, and extremely knowledgeable. I am very grateful for both experiences. Machu Picchu is simply unforgettable.
I only had one day in Cusco, and this agency made my Machu Picchu in One Day trip totally stress-free. Our guide Jorge took care of every detail and made the experience unforgettable. The views, the timing, the storytelling ,everything was excellent. A top Machu Picchu full day package for travelers. Overall, I highly recommend this agency for a perfect one day visit to Machu Picchu. The service and experience provided exceeded all expectations.
