Machu Picchu 1 Day Tour from Cusco ITINERARY

Machu Picchu Tour from Cusco: A Unique Way to Explore Peru’s Most Famous Site—a gorgeous route to explore the well-known Inca site in Peru

DAY 1

Travel by train from Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchu

The perfect itinerary awaits! This step-by-step guide guarantees you will have an unforgettable time visiting Machu Picchu in just a day. Explore now!

DESCRIPTION OF TOURIST ACTIVITIES

At 5:10, we travel from Cusco to the Ollantaytambo train station in our private transport, “01 hour and 40 minutes of travel.” We board the train service to Machu Picchu Pueblo, which takes approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes of travel.” Then, we will board the bus service to reach the Machupicchu Inca citadel.

Train schedule: Outbound Journey

Travel by train to 1 Day Machu Picchu Tour from Cusco

• Train Company: INCA RAIL
  • Travel route: From Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes, Peru, train station
  • Class: Voyager train Peru N° 61
  • Ollantaytambo’s departure: 7:22
    • At the station: 6:52
  • Arrival in Machu Picchu Pueblo: 8:48

Note: Our local guide will wait for you at Machu Picchu train station

At 09:10 am, bus service to Machu Picchu ruins from Machu Picchu Pueblo town. The guided tour to Machu Picchu will begin at approximately 10:00.

Explore the Inca city with our local expert tour guide for about 2 hours. In the afternoon, board the train service back to Ollantaytambo-Cusco.

Our local guide will discuss the history and special features of the Inca city of Machupicchu. You will have time to ask questions and discuss the mystery of this Inca city. In addition to learning about publicly unknown issues or those you do not find on the internet about this magnificent wonder, you can take pictures and have exciting moments.

Activities: Machu Picchu Guided Tour, “2 hours.”

1 Day Machu Picchu Tour from Cusco – Dive into Peruvian history and explore Machu Picchu like never before on this unforgettable one-day tour! Discover magnificent temples, captivating ruins, and a plethora of ancient sites sure to make your jaw drop.

INFORMATIVE NOTE about the Machu Picchu 1 Day Tour:

This year, 2024, there are 10 tourist circuits in Machu Picchu, which were decreed by the Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu for the best flow of visitors within the Inca ruins. Circuits 2: Route 2 A and Route 2 B are the best for having the classic views of Machu Picchu from the house of the Inca Guardian, as seen on postcards.

Alternatively, if circuits 2a and 2b are sold out, you can opt for alternative routes with other circuits to have the classic view of Machu Picchu that we are all looking for on the day trip from Cusco to Machu Picchu vacation:

Route 3D Huchuy Picchu Route plus route 1B
Route 3D Huchuy Picchu Route plus route 1D
Route 3A Waynapicchu Route plus Route 1B
Route 3D Waynapicchu Route Route plus Route 1D

Brief description of new circuits for the Day Trip Machu Picchu from Cusco

Circuit 2 Machu Picchu; Route 2 A: Classic view of Machu Picchu citadel from the Inca Guard House, Lower platform, Upper Platform, Dry ditch, The viewpoint of the Temple of the Sun, Granite chaos, Water Mirrors Set, Pisonay Square, Archaeological reserve.

Machu Picchu Circuit 2; Route 2 B: Lower platform, Classic view of Machu Picchu citadel from the Inca Guard House, Upper Platform, Dry ditch, The viewpoint of the Temple of the Sun, Granite chaos, Temple Square, Sacred rock, Twelve spans (trapezoidal windows), Eastern Barns, Water Mirror Set, Plaza el Pisonay, Archaeological Reserve

Circuit 3 Machu Picchu or Royalty Circuit; Route 3D Huchuy Picchu Route: Main barns, Agricultural zone, Waterway, Dry ditch, Temple of the Sun Set, House of the Inca set, Water sources, Water Mirrors Set, Pisonay Square, Archaeological Reserve

Machu Picchu Circuit 3; Route 3A Waynapicchu Route: Main barns, Agricultural zone, Waterway, Dry ditch, Temple of the Sun Set, House of the Inca set, Water sources, Sacred rock, Twelve spans (trapezoidal windows), Eastern Barns, Water Mirrors Set, Pisonay Square, Archaeological Reserve

Detailed information on the new visiting circuits to Machu Picchu applied from June 20, 2024.

After the guided tour, At approximately 14:00, they arrive in Aguas Calientes on the return bus.

• Between 13:00 and 15:42, there is free time in Aguas Calientes to have lunch, walk, etc.

Train schedules: Inbound Journey

Return by train to Cusco after the Machu Picchu 1 Day Tour

• Train Company: INCA-RAIL
  • Service: From Aguas Calientes, Peru, train station to Ollantaytambo
  • Class: Voyager train Peru N° 0
  • Departure from Aguas Calientes, Peru: 16:12
    • At the station: 15:42
  • Arrival at Ollantaytambo: 17:50
  • Arrival to Cusco by transport: 19:40

When you arrive at the Ollantaytambo train station near Cusco, go to the waiting room, where our vehicle driver will wait for you. Look for a sign with his name on it.” Group Name: 1 Day Machu Picchu Tour from Cusco

Private transportation from the Ollantaytambo train station to Cusco: “We drop off the group of guests at your hotel in Cusco.”

Food

None

Physical Level

1, Easy

Walking Distance

Short walks

Hiking Time

2-hour guided tour

Starting Altitude

Cusco: 3,350m (10,990 ft)

Minimun Altitude

Machu Picchu: 2,400m (7,874 ft)

Highest Altitude

Poroy Train Station: 3,570m (11,712 ft)

MACHU PICCHU 1 DAY TOUR FROM CUSCO INCLUSION

• Private and personalized tours
• Active itinerary with unique cultural features
• Private tourist transport.
  • Transfer: Cusco-Ollantaytambo-Cusco.
• Train tickets by INCA RAIL
  • Outbound Journey: OLLANTAYTAMBO to MACHU PICCHU—Voyager Train Peru N° 61 Departure at 07:22
  • Inbound Journey: Voyager train Peru from Machu Picchu to Ollantaytambo. Departure at 16:12
• Entrance tickets to the attractions: ticket to Machu Picchu 2025 at 10:00 or 11:00 
• Machu Picchu bus tickets (round trip)
• Private guided tour of Machu Picchu (2 hours)
  • Excellent English-speaking resident tour guide “at Machu Picchu.”
• All local taxes

There are no inclusions on the 1 day Machu Picchu tour from Cusco.

• Cusco Hotel or Airbnb
• Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
• Excess baggage fees: Peru Rail and Inca Rail changed their luggage policies: One bag or backpack must not exceed 62 inches (157 cm) (length + height + width) or 5 kg/11 pounds.
• Insurance of any kind.
• Tips: “guides, chauffeurs.”

1 DAY MACHU PICCHU TOUR FROM CUSCO UPGRADE ITEMS

There are several optional upgrades. Here is a quick price list:

Peru Rail’s MACHU PICHU TRAINS (Train upgrades)

Upgrade your travel experience with our three Vistadome train services on Peru Rail, available at the following additional costs: per person

• $85. $95. $125.

Hiram-Bingham train (round trip): $999 per person

ADDITIONAL ITEMS:

1. Tourist guide from Cusco with a one-way train: $60
2. A local guide from Cusco who travels with you roundtrip on the same tourist train costs $110.
3. For the “roundtrip” transfer from Cusco to Ollantaytambo, a fluent English person pays $50.

Machupicchu Overnight: Hotel 03 stars $115 “JAYA”; Hotel 02 stars $80 “El Presidente or similar”, etc.

Machu Picchu 1 Day Tour DISCOUNTS

This applies to the following services:

To Machu Picchu

• College students pay $20 per person
• Children from 4 to 17 years old: $20 per person

For train service in Peru, RAIL

• Children from 3 to 11 years old: $50 per person on Vistadome service.

Machu Picchu Full Day Tour RECOMMENDATION

• Remember that starting on January 1, 2025, the ticket has a set registration time:
  • 6:00 a.m.
  • 7:00 a.m.
  • 8:00 a.m.
  • 9:00 a.m.
  • 10:00 a.m.
  • 11:00 a.m.
  • Noon
  • 1 p.m.
  • 2 p.m.
• The entrance tickets are only usable once daily, starting at the chosen hour.

Machu Picchu 1 Day Tour from Cusco Cars

What Should I Pack for the Machu Picchu 1 day tour?

• Original passport!
• A comfortable 35-liter daypack with a belt for day trips and explorations that can hold all of your belongings
• If you want to keep your belongings dry, a rain cover for your backpack is necessary.
• Bring enough padlocks for each double zipper to lock your essentials.
• Bottle of water. We advise purchasing large bottles and transferring the water to a reusable bottle because using plastic bottles in Machu Picchu is illegal.
• There are many steps and uneven cobblestone surfaces, and the rain can make the stones slick. Wear sturdy walking or hiking boots.
• Storm-proof coat. Here, time moves exceptionally quickly. The best course of action is to always have a high-quality poncho with you, especially during the rainy months of December through March.
• A warm coat. Particularly between June and September, it can get quite chilly at night and in the morning, so an excellent waterproof and windproof jacket is advised.
• A lightweight, waterproof, windproof jacket layered under a warm fleece is a great alternative.
• Good sunscreen and a sun hat are essential in Peru because of the country’s high altitude and proximity to the equator, where sunburns can be uncomfortable. Beware; even if it’s’ cloudy here, you’ll get burned badly.
• Insect protection, especially for this outdoor activity
• Small first aid kits: You can buy basic first aid and medical supplies in pharmacies in Cusco and other small towns “for superficial cuts, bruises, and upset stomachs. However, please bring enough prescription medications, as Peru may not carry all brands and varieties of medicine.
• Sleeping on a bus, train, or noisy room requires earplugs.
• A camera with lots of memory and a battery can take all the lovely pictures!
• Cash in local currency to purchase items.
• You’ll need extra cash for drinks, souvenirs, and tipping your Kondor Path Tour staff.

Travel Facts about the 1 Day Machu Picchu Tour 

1 Day Machu Picchu Tour from Cusco: Spend the day exploring one of the most spectacular sights in South America, Machu Picchu! This comprehensive one-day tour includes your ticket to see it all.

1 Day Machu Picchu Tour from Cusco Features:

• Round-trip transportation from your hotel in Cusco
• Lovely train rides through the Andes Mountains
• Expert tour guide with in-depth knowledge of Inca and Machu Picchu history.
• For a more individualized experience, keep the group size small.

Day Trip to Machu Picchu from Cusco Advantages:

1. A single day is enough to appreciate Machu Picchu’s wonders fully.
2. A knowledgeable guide can provide information on the Incas’ history and culture.
3. Take in the breathtaking views of the Andes and the surroundings.
4. With all transportation and entrance fees covered, you can travel with ease and convenience.
5. Take unforgettable pictures while visiting one of the most famous landmarks on earth.

What’s it like?

• Make the most of your Machu Picchu 1 Day Tour from Cusco! Visit iconic sites, explore ruins, and observe breathtaking views in just one day.
• Unlock the mysteries of the Machu Picchu 1 Day Tour from Cusco with this comprehensive excursion! Take in stunning wildlife, learn about ancient Incan culture, and revel in breathtaking landscapes.

When is the best time to go to Machu Picchu? Between April and December.

* Travel Tour Operator: 100% for the Machu Picchu Full Day Tour

Full-Day Machu Picchu Tour

Machu Picchu Full Day Tour from Cusco COST 

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