Machu Picchu Tour: Scenic Train from Cusco

Embark on an immersive day trip from Cusco to Machu Picchu. Experience the magic of Inca history, explore hidden corners, and enjoy panoramic views of the Andes.

Duration: 16 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Cusco - Early Morning Pick-Up and Scenic Transfer to Ollantaytambo
    Begin your Machu Picchu adventure with a 4:30 AM hotel pick-up in Cusco. Travel in comfort in a modern, air-conditioned van on a picturesque 1.5-hour drive to Ollantaytambo, where your train to Machu Picchu awaits.
    Along the journey, catch the first glimpses of the Sacred Valley as…
What's Included
  • Round-trip train to Machu Picchu
  • Machu Picchu guided tour
  • Machu Picchu entry ticket & circuit (based on availability)
  • Bus to Machu Picchu citadel
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Meals
Additional Information

Machu Picchu Full-Day Tour by Train from Cusco—Small Group
Pressed for time but eager to explore Machu Picchu? This small-group tour offers a convenient way to visit this iconic Wonder of the World in just one day, with all arrangements taken care of for you.
Benefit from hotel pick-up in Cusco, enjoy a picturesque train journey to Aguas Calientes, and…

Location
Plaza Kusipata
We chose this square that is very close to the Plaza de Armas of Cusco because it is located very close to the surrounding hotels and close to each other.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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S7817cosd
Jun 13, 2026
Great tour with Jorge - 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.
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496cherylz
May 31, 2026
Machu Picchu tour - 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.
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Verdell_h
May 26, 2026
THE BEST tour company - 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.
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Katherine_l
Apr 29, 2026
Journey to macchu picchu - 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!
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632karend
Apr 26, 2026
They made it right! Recommend - 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.
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275artim
Apr 23, 2026
Highly recommend! - Excellent tour! It was so informative and the picture spots were stunning! Highly recommend!
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Ki798
Apr 23, 2026
Exellent Machu Picchu - 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.
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Ranit_h
Apr 20, 2026
I booked my tickets for... - 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!
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140667
Apr 9, 2026
Absolutely Amazing - Jorje was an incredible tour guide explaining everything so clearly and was so hospitable. The experience was amazing!!! Highly recommended
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Umang_g
Jun 24, 2026
Do not book with them!!! - 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
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up to 9 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).