Top Cusco Rail Tours

Discover the top landmarks of the ancient Incas on this 2-day, private excursion from Cusco. Day 1 is spent exploring the Sacred Valley including Chinchero, Maras, Moray, and Ollantaytambo. Then, board the panoramic Vistadome train to reach Aguas Calientes. Day 2 involves an early wake-up call to watch the sunrise over Machu Picchu and a guided tour of the ancient citadel.

Tour the beautiful Sacred Valley, including Machu Picchu, on this overnight excursion. Explore the villages of Pisaq, Urubamba, and Ollantaytambo and learn the roles they played during the Inca Empire. Spend the night in Aguas Calientes, situated at the base of Machu Picchu, and wake up bright and early the next day to explore Peru’s most famous Inca ruin before heading back to Cusco.

Visit several top natural and historical sites in Peru on this 5-day private tour. See the city and archeological sites around Cusco; visit Pisac, Urubamba, and Ollantaytambo in the Sacred Valley; explore Machu Picchu; and hike to the top of Rainbow Mountain. Enjoy a hassle-free experience, with entrance fees, guides, accommodation, some meals, and all transfers, including to and from the airport, included.

Tick off more Cusco attractions in less time on a private, half-day city tour, designed with history buffs in mind. In the company of a private guide, visit ancient Inca archeological sites including Sacsayhuaman and Tambomachay and explore the Historic Center of Cusco, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Experience one of the New 7 Wonders of the World, Machu Picchu, on this exciting 2-day adventure from Cusco. Get a private transfer to Ollantaytambo where you board the train to Aguas Calientes and enjoy free time to explore. On day 2, head to Machu Picchu where you enjoy an in-depth guided tour of the Inca citadel before climbing Huayna Picchu mountain, for unparalleled views of the area.

Make the journey to Machu Picchu in a single day on this unforgettable excursion from Cusco. An early-morning transfer takes you to the train station, where you board a train to Aguas Calientes, a village in the Valley of the Incas. Upon arrival, you meet your guide and board a bus bound for Machu Picchu, an ancient Inca citadel that sits more than 7,000 feet above sea level. With your guide, you tour the site for approximately two hours, exploring the Temple of the Sun, the Temple of the Three Windows, the House of the Priest, the Sacred Plaza and the Intihuatana Stone. With free time in the afternoon, you can explore the site on your own, perhaps climbing Huayna Picchu, a mountain with unparalleled views of the ancient ruins. There's no need to check out of your Cusco hotel, as this tour gets you there and back all in a single day.

Discover Machu Picchu on a private tour. This full-day excursion includes pickup in Cusco and transfer to the train station at Ollantaytambo, round-trip expedition train tickets to Aguas Calientes, and round-trip bus tickets to Machu Picchu. Explore Machu Picchu in the company of a licensed guide, with time to explore independently afterwards before taking the train back to Cusco and drop-off at your hotel.

Embark on a thrilling outdoor adventure that combines white-water rafting with zip-lining and satisfies your need for speed. Depart Cusco for Oropesa, where you can ease your butterflies with a bite of the town's iconic bread before hitting the Vilcanota River. Tackle Class III and IV rapids and battle intense waves as you make your way downstream, enjoying the remarkable scenery of the surrounding Andes as you go. Afterward, soar through the sky on an exhilarating zip ride.

The Sacred Valley in Peru is home to ancient monuments and ruins dating back to the days of the Incas—but reaching them by public transport is a challenge. On this tour, spin through the Sacred Valley in comfort from your Cusco accommodation—with your guide to lead the way. Take in top sites of interest including Chincheros, Moray, and Ollantaytambo, and gain insight into a civilization lost in time.

Travel from Cusco to Machu Picchu with the confidence of a private guide. This tour includes all of your transportation needs from your hotel door to the ruins and back, plus an informative guided tour of the iconic Incan archaeological site. It's a great pick for travelers trying to see Machu Picchu in just one day.

Journey back in time and discover the history of Cusco, the former capital of the Incan Empire. This small-group tour takes you from the Plaza, which the Incas believed to be the center of the world, to four archaeological sites on the outskirts of Cusco: Sacsayhuamán, Q'enqo, Puka Pukara, and Tambomachay.

Discover Peru’s ancient past and vibrant present on this tour to the Sacred Valley, the traditional town of Pisac, and Ollantaytambo archaeological site. Plus, visit a colonial temple, learn how local villagers use plants to dye alpaca wool, and enjoy a buffet lunch at a restaurant in Urubamba.

When you arrive in one of the oldest cities in the Western Hemisphere, ensure your journey from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport is smooth and stress free with an arrival transfer service that saves you the hassle of taking public transport or waiting in line for a cab.

Tick off two of Peru’s most important Incan archaeological sites on a day trip that takes you off the beaten path in the Sacred Valley from Cusco. You’ll beat the crowds and discover the Agricultural Terraces of Moray—a masterclass in agricultural innovation—and the Maras Salt Pools in the Andean town of Maras.

Uncover the history and culture of Cusco, once the heart of the Inca Empire, on this small-group tour of the city—a great way to get your bearings if visiting for the first time. Check off plenty of sights in one convenient tour that covers Plaza de Armas, where Inca roads once converged, the Temple of the Sun, and the Convent of Santo Domingo. You'll also visit Cusco Cathedral and the bustling San Pedro Central Market, for a taste of daily life in Cusco.

Exploring Cusco’s most important ruins and historic landmarks on your own can be confusing, with sites spread out and little context to explain what you’re seeing—but this small-group, guided tour makes it simple. Travel between key archaeological locations—including Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Puca Pucara, and the Temple of the Sun—and the historic center with a guide who brings the temples and colonial architecture to life. As you explore, learn about the history behind each site instead of simply passing by.

Home to ancient Incan ruins, Peru’s Sacred Valley is a landscape of Andean peaks, rugged cliffs, and cascading rivers—where outdoor adventure is never far away. On this tour, experience wet and wild white-water thrills on the Urubamba River with your guide—and see sides of the Sacred Valley many visitors miss. Paddle hard through the class III rapids, with lunch, all equipment, plus round-trip travel from your Cusco hotel included.

It’s possible to visit Machu Picchu in one day from Cusco, though getting the timing just right can be difficult on your own—with transfers from Cusco, a train, bus, and timed entry into Machu Picchu to organize. Simplify your experience with this private day trip, which takes care of all your logistics and includes a private guide to take you around the iconic ruins and explain their history and significance.

Make the most of your limited vacation time on a small-group 6-day tour around Peru. With accommodation, guided tours, and transportation all included, this extensive itinerary is perfect for travelers who hate planning but still want to see everything. From Cusco, discover the many attractions throughout the Sacred Valley, including Pisac and Ollantaytambo, and explore the UNESCO-listed Machu Picchu. Later, from Puno, enjoy a full-day excursion to Lake Titicaca and Taquile Island.

Experience the best of Cusco and the incredible Inca citadel of Machu Picchu during this 4-day, 3-night trip. Spend your first day exploring the colonial and Incan history of Cusco at sites including Koricancha, the city’s main cathedral and the Inca fortress of Sacsayhuaman. On day two, travel on a scenic train trip to the Machu Picchu staging city of Aguas Calientes, where you’ll spend the night. Wake up early on day three to watch the sun rise over Machu Picchu and explore this amazing site with your guide. This Cusco and Machu Picchu experience also includes a guide, round-trip airport transfer, train and bus tickets, three nights of accommodation at a three star hotel, entrance fees and Cusco city tour.

You don't have to spend long at Machu Picchu to see why it deserves UNESCO World Heritage status, so visiting the archeological site is a must when in Cusco. This private day trip lets you set the speed of your exploration, so you can ask ample questions and pose for as many photos as you like. Plus, taking the train from Cusco saves you from getting stuck in traffic on the way.

Don’t let limited time in Cusco stop you visiting one of the New7Wonders of the World. Save yourself hours of transit time on a day trip to Machu Picchu that includes round-trip transfers by Vistadome train, which is equipped with panoramic windows to ensure the best views of the Andes mountain range.

Challenge yourself on this adventurous 4-day trek to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Machu Picchu. This route is an alternative to the well-trafficked Inca Trail and takes you to Humantay Lake, Salkantay Mountain, and through the wild rugged Andean mountain range down to the edge of the Cloud Forest. Accommodation and hotel pickup are included, including a night at an exclusive camp whose igloos are perfect for stargazing.

If you’re only in Cusco for a short time, don’t let that stop you seeing the best of the Sacred Valley and its surrounds. Cover more sights in less time, and skip the hassle of arranging your own accommodation, transport, activities, and meals, on a 2-day tour that includes hotel pickup and covers top attractions such as the UNESCO-listed Machu Picchu, Ollantaytambo, and the Pisac ruins.