Machu Picchu Tour By Train (2 Days)

Cusco, Peru

2 days (approx.)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

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Overview

For those looking to spend more than just a day in the area near Machu Picchu, this Machu Picchu by Train 2-Day Tour from Cusco gives you more time to explore. On day one, take in sights of the Peruvian countryside by train from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes and get free time in Aguas Calientes. Then, on day two, go to Machu Picchu for a guided tour of the UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Guarantee your visit with a Machu Picchu admission ticket included
Enjoy a scenic train ride from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes
Go on a guided tour of the ancient Inca site, Machu Picchu
A train ticket, bus ride up to the site, and one night of accommodations are provided

What's Included

Transport Cusco - Ollantaytambo - Cusco
Tourist Train Ticket
Entrance to Machu Picchu
01 Night accommodation in Aguas Calientes
Bi-lingual guide
Bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu and back

Meals

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

We will be picking you up from your hotel within the historic centre of Cusco

Operating hours
.7:00 am

Ticket Redemption Point

Aguas Calientes 08681, Peru

Itinerary

Day 1

CUSCO - AGUAS CALIENTES

1 Stop

Machu Picchu HotSprings

8 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included

Accommodation: Overnight in Aguas Calientes

Meals: Not included

Day 2

AGUAS CALIENTES - MACHU PICCHU - CUSCO

1 Stop

Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu

5 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Accommodation: Not included

Meals: Not included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions

Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Reviews

4.5

based on 50 reviews

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Guided Machu Picchu portion was great

Susan_S, May 2025

The time in Machu Picchu with Ruben was amazing. I could’ve easily spent more time listening to him speak about the history of the place and Incas. As others have mentioned, logistics weren’t handled well (could be a cultural thing). For example, one guide got us to Aguas Calientes and then scheduled a time for us the next day to take the train up to Mach Picchu. The time came and went with no contact. I noticed another guide from the same company and asked him about it. Supposedly I was supposed to meet with him. It all ended well but better coordination would’ve been appreciated.

Response from Host, May 2025

Dear Susan_S, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience! We’re happy to hear that your time at Machu Picchu with Ruben was memorable and insightful. He’s indeed a passionate and knowledgeable guide, and we’ll make sure to pass along your kind words. At the same time, we sincerely apologize for the logistical confusion you experienced in Aguas Calientes. We fully understand the importance of smooth coordination, especially on a trip as meaningful as this. While we always aim to provide seamless service, we regret that in this instance, we fell short of that expectation. Your feedback is incredibly valuable and helps us improve. We are currently reviewing our coordination process to ensure that communication between guides and travelers is more precise and more reliable moving forward. Thank you once again for your thoughtful review. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back with an even better experience in the future. Warm regards, Customer Experience Team Happy Gringo Tours

Organisation lacking

Anna_F, Jun 2024

This trip was not the most organised tour! Daniel, the tour admin operator, was very last minute and unhelpful. If we hadn’t kept messaging to follow up on things, I’m not certain that the trip would have gone so smoothly. Day 1 did not meet our expectations. We were essentially left on our own at the Machu Picchu location. Upon arrival, Daniel also changed our hotel at the last minute. If I hadn't messaged him for directions, we would have gone to the wrong hotel. Also, the hot springs is very much an independent activity as you do not go with the tour / group. Day 2 was much better. Machu Picchu day matched the itinerary and expectations. Our tour guide was very helpful and knowledgeable, and we highly recommend him. Our tour guide was the highlight of the trip beyond the sights of Machu Picchu. However, It's unfortunate that Daniel's performance brought down the overall experience.

Success after constant anxiety

Benjamin_M, Oct 2022

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 steps to get the queue tickets. In the end, they did get us in (I’m not how or if I want to know), but not without constant anxiety from all your members. We frankly weren’t sure we would make into Machu Picchu until we went through the gate. This was all after we didn’t have someone to meet us as we exited the train in AC. The only bright spot was Reuben, our guide, who made the visit to Machu Picchu a great experience. He was incredibly patient and knowledgeable.

Response from Host, Nov 2022

Hello dear Benjamin, Thanks for your time to leave us your Machu Picchu experience! We are really sorry that the communication was not enough with you. Of course, we will improve this system soon. The reason why we had to get the Machu Picchu tickets at AC is because the Machu Picchu system where all the companies buy the tickets has collapsed. Therefore, many companies had to lose the Machu Picchu and Inca Trail tickets. The Machu Picchu system is out of our control. Therefore, many comanies had to get the tickets for Machu Picchu at Aguas Calientes town as we did with you. We are happy that you had good guided tour with our tour guide Ruben at Machu Picchu citadel. We wish you all the best! Warm regards,