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Machu Picchu full day trip from Cusco
Activity Duration (12 hours to 1 day)
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Take a full-day trip to Machu Picchu from Cusco.
What you'll do
If you're short on time, this full-day trip from Cusco to Machu Picchu is the perfect option for you. You'll take the train to Aguas Calientes and explore the city. Then, you'll head up to the famous citadel of Machu Picchu for a guided tour around the ruins to learn about the ancient Incas. You'll have some free time to explore the area on your own before heading back to Cusco by train and bus.
Meeting and pickup
Multiple pickup locations offered.
Additional pickup options
End: This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What is included?
- Infant seats available
- Wheelchair accessible
What is not included?
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
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Itinerary
Cusco Full-day Tours Itinerary (2026 Guide) – What You'll See & Do
Explore the full itinerary for Machu Picchu full day trip from Cusco in Cusco, Peru. This full-day tours experience includes 1 stops over 1 day. Duration: 12 hours. Activity level: Light.
No meal included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Here is the starting point
Machu Picchu
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Machu Picchu
Stop: 12 hours ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
- We'll pick you up from your hotel in Cusco around 4:00 AM, depending on the train schedule, and drive through the mountains to Ollantaytambo. Here, you'll embark on a 1.5-hour Expedition Train journey to Machu Picchu Pueblo (Aguas Calientes).
- Upon arrival in Aguas Calientes, your tour guide will greet you, showcasing the town's highlights and allowing free time for exploration. Then, head to the bus terminal for a 30-minute scenic ride to Machu Picchu. After clearing the Checkpoint, enjoy a 2-3 hour guided tour of Machu Picchu with your English-speaking guide, discovering its terraces, viewpoints, temples, and palaces.
- After Machu Picchu, return by bus to Aguas Calientes for lunch (not included). Finally, catch the Expedition train and bus back to Cusco, with a hotel drop-off around 7:30 PM.
This concludes the tour.
You’re free to explore at your own pace from here.
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