CUSCO · DAY TRIP
Cusco’s best days out.
The 15 most popular machu picchu by train out of Cusco. The ones worth waking up at altitude for, with prices, run times and the operators behind them.
Hike the Inca Trail from Chachabamba to Machu Picchu via the Sun Gate, then ride the panoramic Vistadome train back from Cusco.
Most Popular“Super time. Not easy if you are not fit. Really well informed by the guides. Best views, along the way. Machu Picchu access and guidance was excellent. Thanks Frank and Mr Rene”
First Class Inca Rail to Machu Picchu with observatory views, three-course lunch and dinner, guided citadel tour, and VIP Cusco pickup.
“Everything was great - from Machu Picchu pick-up, complimentary dinner in the restaurant near the station to the train experience and live music. I got to be the only first class passenger so it felt even more luxurious.”
12-hour Machu Picchu day trip from Cusco by train with comfy rail, guided ruins, Aguas Calientes breaks, and Andes views for a small group.
“Trip perfectly organised, like a Swiss clock. Moreover our guide was super kind, knowledgeable and efficient. And the place is one of a kind, definitely a must see.”
All-inclusive 2-day Machu Picchu tour from Cusco: train to Aguas Calientes, guided citadel visit, and optional mountain climbs.
“Excelente experiencia hicieron hasta lo imposible para acomodar nuestras necesidades muy complacidos éramos cuatro y todos estamos muy contentos, nuestro guía Luis super professional, muy amable y con mucho conocimiento. El conductor Gonzalo respetuoso, educado y muy profesional. Lo recomendamos 100%”
5 days across the Salkantay range to Machu Picchu: Humantay Lake, glamping and huts, Pachamanca and coffee, then train back to Cusco.
“Fillo was the most amazing guide I’ve ever met! He took care of everything in every detail and helped alot with the headaches during hiking as I wasn’t used to that altitude. Amazing experience that I will never forget! Fillio, you gave us an outstanding experience during the Salkantay trek! Big up for the cook,…”
Two-day small-group train tour from Cusco with guided Sacred Valley stops, overnight in Aguas Calientes, and expert Machu Picchu circuits.
“Excellent guides Amazing lunch Great hotel Outstanding stops to view the rich history of Cusco Best tour I have been on”
Machu Picchu 2 days by train with overnight in Aguas Calientes: early entry, private guide, and tickets handled from Cusco.
“Our guide was fantastic. If it wasn't for him, it would receive 2 stars. We were very unhappy with the accommodations in Aguas Caliente. There was mold all over the bathroom, stains on the sheets, and hair in the sheets. We asked twice for the linens to be changed and they did not improve. I…”
Two-day Machu Picchu tour from Cusco with sunrise access, round-trip train to Aguas Calientes, guide, and one night with meals.
“Excellent tour company with a very helpful staff. They held my bags for me while I went to Macchu Picchu and sent them to my hotel. Everyone was so thoughtful and hospitable. Great company.”
4am hotel pickup, bus and train to Aguas Calientes, guided Machu Picchu visit, then late return to Cusco in one long day.
“Empresa super comprometida, extremamente organizados. Quando algo saiu fora do planejado, imediatamente acharam uma solução. Muito atenciosos e sempre disponíveis. Eu estava viajando sozinha, então foi super importante poder confiar no trabalho deles.”
2-day Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu by train from Cusco, with early Pisac, Ollantaytambo, a hotel night, and guided entry.
“I’ve been to Peru before to visit family but never had the chance to see the wonders of this country. After Meeting with Veronica when we landed in Cusco, I felt like I was in good hands. She took us out to a lovely restaurant and let us roam as we wished. The next day,…”
Small group train trip through Sacred Valley to Machu Picchu, with guided ruins, Pisac market, Ollantaytambo fortress, and Cusco pickup.
“Amazing tour and super helpful! Incredible views and experience! Elvis is very recommended and we had an amazing day! 100% worth it!”
Machu Picchu in one day by train from Cusco with hotel pickup, all tickets included, and a Circuit 2 guided visit.
“Everything worked as planned. I had to worry about nothing! While others had to make sure everything was lined up... I just showed up and enjoyed an amazing tour.”
Full-day train tour from Cusco to Machu Picchu via Ollantaytambo and Aguas Calientes, with guided citadel visit and tickets.
“Very good. Things ran mostly smoothly. All tickets were well organised and in order but I didn’t have a tour guide although someone was there to meet me at the different stages”
2-day Machu Picchu tour by train from Cusco: admission included, guided citadel visit, Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes, 1 night.
“Communication is horrible with the Happy Gringo management team, and what you do get is often inaccurate and what they think you want to hear. We went from having tickets into Machu Picchu, to needing to get ticket in-person from the queue when we reached Aguas Calientes to HGT not even having taken the initial…”
Panoramic train from Cusco to Machu Picchu with Sacred Valley visits, guided tours, hotel night in Aguas Calientes, and hassle-free transfers.
“Fantastic experience, our guides Rubin and Samuel were the best! Enjoyed beautiful sites and learned a lot. Highly recommended this trip! All of the logistics were planned flawlessly”
Machu Picchu, the Sacred Valley and every high pass in between.
