MACHU PICCHU TOURS
Find your way to Machu Picchu, from scenic train journeys to experiences with an overnight stay.
- Tour options
- 1–2 days
- Ways to travel
- Train or road
- Choose your experience
- 4 programs
A journey to the heart of the Inca world
Machu Picchu brings together Inca stonework, mountain scenery and a setting above the Urubamba Valley. Your experience also depends on how you reach it and how much time you have. Our Machu Picchu tours include same-day train journeys, overnight stays in Aguas Calientes, the road route via Hidroelectrica, and a Sacred Valley combination. Compare the options below, then explore the itinerary and services that fit your trip.
Choose your Machu Picchu experience
Compare the journey, overnight stay and experiences included before opening your preferred tour.
1 day
Machu Picchu Full Day by Train
Travel by train and visit Machu Picchu with a guide, returning to Cusco the same day.
2 days
Machu Picchu 2 Days by Train
Spend a night in Aguas Calientes before your guided visit, with train travel arranged around your stay.
2 days
Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu
Visit Sacred Valley attractions before continuing by train for an overnight stay and your Machu Picchu experience.
2 days
Machu Picchu 2 Days by Car
Combine the road journey to Hidroelectrica with walking to Aguas Calientes and a guided Machu Picchu visit.
One day, two days, or a Sacred Valley connection?
Start with your available time, then choose the way you would like to travel.
| Experience | Time | Journey | What sets it apart |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full Day by Train | 1 day | Road transfer + train | Visit Machu Picchu and return to Cusco the same day. |
| 2 Days by Train | 2 days | Road transfer + train | Spend a night in Aguas Calientes before your visit. |
| Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu | 2 days | Valley visits + train | Add a day visiting Sacred Valley attractions. |
| 2 Days by Car | 2 days | Road to Hidroelectrica + walking | Reach Aguas Calientes on foot after the road journey. |
Compare the full itinerary and inclusions on each tour page. On small screens, swipe the table to see every column.
More than a famous view
Machu Picchu is a place to understand as well as photograph: its architecture, terrain and setting all form part of the visit.
Stonework and terraces
Stone walls, stairways and agricultural terraces reveal how the Inca builders worked with a steep mountain landscape. Exploring with a guide gives context to the structures visible on your assigned circuit. The areas you visit depend on your entrance ticket, so choosing the route is part of planning the experience.
Mountains above the Urubamba Valley
The setting is central to Machu Picchu’s appeal. Forested slopes rise around the archaeological site, and the surrounding mountains change appearance with the light and clouds. Allow yourself time to appreciate the landscape while following the visiting route and instructions for your entrance, rather than planning around one photograph alone.
Aguas Calientes and the journey
The journey is different for every program. Train tours follow the route to Aguas Calientes, while the road option reaches Hidroelectrica before continuing on foot. An overnight program gives you a stay in the gateway town; the Sacred Valley combination adds archaeological and cultural visits before the train journey.
Plan the details that shape your visit
Choose your date and circuit
Share your travel date and preferred Machu Picchu circuit before booking. Entrance times and available routes need to be checked together with your chosen program. Your confirmed ticket determines the areas you can visit inside the archaeological site.
Match the train to your plans
For train programs, consider your arrival in Cusco, luggage arrangements and your plans after the tour. Different train schedules can change the shape of the day. Ask our team to explain the proposed outbound and return services before confirming.
Check the complete journey
Compare transportation, accommodation, guiding, entrances and any optional upgrades in the individual tour. A transfer through the Sacred Valley does not include sightseeing there; choose the dedicated combination when valley visits are part of the experience you want.
Your questions,
answered.
A few details to help you choose your experience. For questions about your dates, talk to our team in Cusco.
Ask us a questionShould I choose one or two days?
Choose one day if you need to return to Cusco the same evening. Choose two days if you prefer an overnight stay in Aguas Calientes.
Is the Sacred Valley included in every tour?
No. Select the Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu combination if you want visits to Sacred Valley attractions as part of your trip.
Can I choose my Machu Picchu circuit?
Tell us your preference before booking. The available circuit and entrance time depend on ticket availability for your travel date.
Does the car option involve walking?
Yes. The road journey ends at Hidroelectrica, and the listed program continues on foot to Aguas Calientes. Read the full route before choosing this option.
Where can I see the complete itinerary?
Open any tour card for the day-by-day itinerary, inclusions, price and booking information. This page helps you compare the available experiences.
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