Machu Picchu Tours One Day - Machu Picchu Day Trip
Machu Picchu Tours One Day is the most popular full-day tour from the city of Cusco. With no sacrifice in time or quality, you will be getting a complete insight into the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu on this guided tour.
The full-day trip to Machu Picchu is ideal for travelers having a short time in Peru and for those who want to make the best of it.
Visiting Machu Picchu tops the bucket list of every traveler in the region. There are numerous trails to Machu Picchu from Cusco. However, this Machu Picchu day trip is easier, safer, and more comfortable.
Enhance your travel experience with an optional upgrade on Vistadome Train, or on the Hiram Bingham Luxury Train.
Please note that if you want to hike to Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu mountain, you will need permits. Permits are often sold out six months in advance. It is highly recommended that you check with us at the time of booking the tour.
Why SAMEX Tours Peru?
SAMEX Tours Peru is a fully locally owned licensed tour operator based in Cusco. We have an excellent team of professionals who are passionate about what they do. They have excellent knowledge about the Inca ruins, history, and culture.
Do take a moment to check out our reviews on TripAdvisor. Join us in our carefully planned group tours and enjoy an unforgettable experience.
1 Day Machu Picchu Tour from Cusco Highlights:
1 Day tour to Machu Picchu from Cusco is one of our signature tours. All our guides are locals from Cusco and have an excellent knowledge about the culture and history.
The price included round trip train tickets on the Expedition Train. You can enhance your travel experience by upgrading to Vistadome Train which has panoramic windows and you will get a beautiful view on your trip.
Full Day Trip to Machu Picchu Information:
Tour Type: History, Sightseeing
Highest Altitude – 2,430 meters/7,972 feet above sea level.
Your epic Machu Picchu Day Trip from Cusco begins with an early morning transfer from your hotel in Cusco. We will be driving you through the Sacred Valley of the Incas to the Ollantaytambo train station. Here you will embark on a two hours train ride to Aguas Calientes town.
You will be rewarded with captivating views of the snow-capped Andean peaks and highland villages as the train would be snaking to Aguas Calientes town. Our representative will meet you in Aguas Calientes and will be transferring you to the bus terminal.
Machu Picchu Day Trip
You will be boarding the 25 minutes bus to the entrance of Machu Picchu citadel. Our tour guide will be assisting you in clearing the security control. As we enter the citadel, you will witness the clouds clearing by as the Crepuscular rays beaming on the Incan walls. The Sunrise in Machu Picchu is a rewarding sight.
We will then give you a two hours guided tour of the citadel. After the tour to Machu Picchu, you will then have some free time to explore Machu Picchu on your own.
Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain hike (Optional)
Alternatively, you can hike to Huayna Picchu Mountain or Machu Picchu mountain. Huayna Picchu houses the iconic temple of the sun and offers a captivating view of the citadel.
You can also hike to the Sungate. It offers a spectacular view of Machu Picchu. This is the point of entrance for those on the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu.
Once you have contemplated the views and have soaked into the breathtaking views of Machu Picchu, we will be exiting the citadel and will be taking the bus back down to Aguas Calientes town.
You will have some free time here so you can stop by a local restaurant for lunch or simply take a refreshing dip in the thermal waters of the hot springs here.
Later in the evening, you will board the train back to Ollantaytambo. Our representative will meet you on arrival and will be transferring you back to your hotel in Cusco. We will be reaching Cusco by 09:30 PM.
What is Included:
- Trip briefing.
- Bilingual guide (English-Spanish).
- Round trip transport from Cusco to Ollantaytambo
- Tran ticket from Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes – Ollantaytambo
- Tickets to enter Machu Picchu
- Round trip bus transfer from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu
- First-aid kit and oxygen.
- Samex tours Peru uses walkie talkies.
Service not Included:
- Domestic flights. (we can book for you)
- Meals
- Entrance fee: Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain $70. per person
- Walking Pole set: $20.
We recommend that you bring:
- Original passport and (University, College valid student card if applicable).
- Extra money for drinks en route, Machu Picchu and Aguas Calientes.
- Emergency money at least 300 soles. Total per person ($150 -$180) Approximately.
PRICE IN REFERENCE
This example tour has costs beginning at US $ per person, based on two sharing accommodations. If more will travel in your private party, it will benefit you as the cost “per person” will reduce. Prices are based on final accommodation choices, travel dates and other details within your tour, which are flexible to your individual interests and desires. Feel free to reach us via email at info@samextoursperu.com or by calling us directly at WhatsApp +51 962 794 556.
Machu Picchu Day Trip Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can do Machu Picchu in one full day tour from Cusco. The tour typically leaves early in the morning at around 0330 AM with a drive to Ollantaytambo train station.
You will be taking a three hours train ride to Aguas Calientes town and an onward transfer to the citadel by bus.
The tour ends with a transfer back to your hotel in the city of Cusco at around 09:00 PM.
Yes Machu Picchu is open to visitors seven days a week. The best time of the day to visit is early in the morning during sunrise. It often gets heavily crowded between 11 am and 0300 PM.
On an average around 2500 people visit Machu Picchu in a day. Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the authorities are restricting to a limited number of visitors a day to maintain the safety protocols.
It is recommended that you carry a day pack with basic essentials like sunscreen, a water bottle, some snacks, hat and sunglasses. Do not forget to cary your original passport. This is a must to obtain entry to the citadel.
Guest Reviews
Lovely Trip to Machu Picchu
If you are going to Peru, you MUST make the trip to Machu Picchu. We took the train from Ollyantambo to Aguas Calientes (also know as Machu Picchu Pueblo) and then the bus from the town up to the citadel (note: we used SAMEX to plan our Machu Picchu excursion and they took care of all reservations, tickets and planning for us including the tour guide). We spent about 3 hours exploring the Machu Picchu citadel and it was truly breathtaking and awe-inspiring. Afterward, we had a lovely lunch at Inkaterra and wandered around the cute backpacker town of Aguas Calientes.
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