Discover the awe-inspiring wonder of Machu Picchu on a comprehensive Full Day Tour designed for travelers seeking an unforgettable journey to Peru’s most famous archaeological site. Perfect for history enthusiasts, nature lovers, and adventurers alike, this tour takes you deep into the heart of the Andes to explore the Lost City of the Incas, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.
Join us on an unforgettable Machu Picchu One Day Trip From Cusco, an incomparable experience for those with limited time who want to explore the jewel of the Inca Empire in just one day. This carefully designed tour is the best option to discover the wonders of Machu Picchu without needing to stay overnight.
Imagine traveling through stunning Andean landscapes and arriving at the world-famous Inca citadel, a masterpiece of architecture and harmony with nature. Whether you’re drawn by the history, the breathtaking views, or the spiritual energy of this sacred site, a Machu Picchu One Day Trip Fom Cusco is an experience you’ll never forget.
One of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World, with over one million visits each year, Machu Picchu is a bucket-list destination for travelers worldwide. During this tour, you’ll immerse yourself in:
A Machu Picchu One Day Trip From Cusco allows you to enjoy all of this without the need for long itineraries, making it ideal for travelers with tight schedules.
Machu Picchu is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. For many reasons, the ancient Inca site is an incredible feat of engineering, sitting high on a ridge, surrounded by breathtaking mountains and the Urubamba River.
This full-day tour will take you from Cusco to Machu Picchu by train, exploring the Peruvian Andes, from the highlands’ dry weather to the dense vegetation of the cloud forest. The Citadel is an extraordinary complex of palaces, temples, houses, squares, and storehouses, carefully connected with stone pathways and crannies. Scholars are still trying to uncover the mysteries of the “Lost City of the Incas.” However, new theories and studies reveal new details of this fantastic wonder.
Join us on this one-day expedition, Machu Picchu One Day Trip From Cusco or Sacred Valley and visit this ancient city abandoned in the early 16th century.
Don’t miss the opportunity to visit this magical destination. A Machu Picchu One Day Trip From Cusco is the perfect choice for travelers looking to make the most of their time while experiencing one of the most iconic landmarks in the world.
Your epic day begins very early morning, around 4:30 a.m, where we will pick you up from your hotel and a drive to Ollantaytambo. Here, you’ll board the train to Aguas Calientes, which will take you through the stunning Andean mountainous landscape and mysterious Amazonian cloud forest. During the trip, you’ll see several glaciers and snowy peaks, as well as fertile green fields and Inca agricultural platforms on both sides of the valley.
Start of train journey: We depart from Ollantaytambo station to Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu Pueblo) at around 6:30 a.m. on the Voyager Train. Enjoy stunning natural views for 1 and a half hours, the perfect beginning to the tour!
Upon arrival at Machu Picchu Pueblo, our staff will be waiting for you. Remember, you’ll have time to organize only the essentials for your visit to the Machu Picchu citadel. We have a list of recommendations for you here.
Transfer to the bus station: Approximately 30-40 minutes later, you’ll walk through Machu Picchu pueblo accompanied by your guide, who will show you the location of recommended restaurants for your lunch. Then, you’ll arrive at the bus station.
Transfer on Consettur bus: Once at the station, the general waiting time is 35 to 45 minutes. Subsequently, the bus journey lasts 30 to 40 minutes. Remember, upon arrival at the Machu Picchu citadel, the guide will organize the group and provide recommendations to ensure your visit is most satisfying.
Entrance to Machu Picchu: We’ll begin the visit around 10:00 a.m. and it will last approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes. Enjoy the best part of the tour and discover the secret legends that our guide will reveal to you along the way as you explore the enigmatic constructions of the Inca culture!
Return on Consettur bus: After completing your exploration of the Machu Picchu citadel, our staff will guide you to the bus stop around 12:10 p.m. Depending on the number of people, there will be a waiting time (30-40 minutes). Subsequently, once aboard the bus, the journey to Machu Picchu pueblo will take 30 minutes, arriving approximately at 12:40 p.m.
Free time: There will be 1 and a half hours for you to enjoy the best of local gastronomy for lunch and explore Machu Picchu pueblo. We recommend that you start your transfer to Ollantaytambo train station at 14:20 p.m.
Return train journey: Boarding will be at 14:45 p.m. on the Voyager Train, towards Ollantaytambo and you will arrive at around 5:00 p.m.
Our private bus from Tunqui Expeditions will collect you from the next station and drive you back to your hotel in Cusco at around 7:30 pm. You can now put your feet up and enjoy much-needed rest; however, your heart will still beat the Andes rhythm for many weeks, months, and years to come!
At Tunqui Expeditions, we specify the included and non-included services under all the tour itineraries listed on our website. We take care of all the logistics, but please pay attention to the details to avoid missing anything. Some items may be different for specific programs, so please read carefully before booking with us.
What is Included ?
What is NOT Included ?
We want to make your trip to Peru as memorable and as carefree as possible. In this section, you’ll find the answers to all the questions you have about traveling with Tunqui Expeditions in one place. Please read the following information carefully – it will help you with any questions about our services.
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Can I store my luggage at your office?
Of course! During the trip, your main luggage can be stored at our office (you can organize it with us on the briefing day or by email) or at your hotel, both free of charge.
Any equipment that you won’t need on the trek can be stored safely in your hotel. Nearly every hotel will provide this service. Don’t leave items of value with your bags; put them in the hotel safe and obtain an itemized receipt (in the unlikely case of theft, many insurance companies require that you have a copy of the receipt itemizing everything). It’s best to put items such as credit cards inside a sealed, signed envelope for extra peace of mind.
Pick up of guests
Please note: All pickups are within Cusco City, but we recommend booking a hotel in the historic center for its convenient location.
Our guide or staff will confirm the pickup time the day before the tour.
Due to traffic conditions, the pickup time may vary between 30 and 45 minutes.
Cusco is an old city and has many narrow cobbled streets. Some hotels and Airbnbs are located on streets without car access or on long, steep slopes, making it difficult to transport luggage. For such reasons, we strongly advise you to book accommodation with good access.
Return to Cusco
Return from Machu Picchu requires quite a bit of logistics, but don’t worry. Everynting is included in you tour!
Group Tours
Group tours are made up of different types of people, then physical conditions and ages can vary. By agreeing to be part of a group tour, you also accept that some people may be faster or slower than you. Therefore, each person can go at their own pace on the route.
It may be the case that a group wishes to modify the tour; however, the guide will be the one who decides, after consulting with all the participants, if such modifications are possible.
Strikes and demonstrations
Strikes and demonstrations are common in Peru, and this may interrupt some of our tours. Roads can be blocked, and train tracks can be taken over. However, we will try to keep your trip as originally planned, even if it means leaving the night before the scheduled date.
Under these circumstances, tours may also be canceled. In case of changes or cancellations, everything will be coordinated with you by our operations department. Your safety is our highest priority, and our decisions will be made to protect it.
Lost objects
Please pay attention to where you leave your things and remember to take everything once you leave our transport, tents or restaurants. You’re the only one responsible for your objects during the tour.
Remember to check this list before packing your bags to make sure you don’t forget anything important. Have a nice trip!
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The “Machu Picchu One Day Trip From” can leave any day of the week, the whole year.
Group Price: US$ 310.00 per person
This small-group journey is guaranteed to operate with just two guests.
Notice that PayPal charges a fee of 7%, which we ask the client to cover since it’s due to the use of its service. This tax is just for online deposits so that you will pay the remaining in cash (the briefing day in Cusco) without charges.
Price Guarantee
Once your booking has been confirmed, we guarantee the price won’t increase, whatever the circumstances. So please, before booking, ensure you’ve read all our important tour information.
Student Discount
US$20.00 off
Student discounts apply to anyone 17 years old or younger. To receive the discount, we require a copy or clear photo of the passport at the time of booking. It must be valid and not expire within the travel dates. Please send it to
Cancellation Policy
Non-refundable
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