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Enjoy a full-day Machu Picchu tour by Vistadome train, that includes round-trip transfers by Vistadome train, Machu Picchu tickets, round trip bus tickets, english speaking guide, lunch and more!
See the snow-capped Veronica Mountain on the right side, and the famous starting point of the Inca Trail hike on the left side on your journey to Machu Picchu. Travel through the Sacred Valley of the Incas, surrounded by towering white glacier peaks. The sacred Vilcanota River will be your companion all the way to Aguas Calientes.
This exclusive tour promises not only a smooth and luxurious travel experience, but also an incredible encounter with one of the world’s most iconic sites. Reserve your place now and upgrade your Machu Picchu experience to new heights.
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Machu Picchu Tour with Vistadome Train – Embark on a fascinating excursion to Machu Picchu with the Vistadome train from Poroy, in the historic city of Cusco, a journey that seamlessly combines luxury with exploration.
The adventure begins with an early pick up in Cusco, here you will be transferred in our private transportation to the Poroy train station. Where you will board the Vistadome train, famous for its panoramic windows that offer breathtaking views of the Andean landscapes.
As you start this scenic train ride through the picturesque Urubamba Valley, you will immerse yourself in the beauty of the snow-capped peaks and lush vegetation.
Our meticulously designed itinerary guarantees a seamless experience, from a comfortable departure in Cusco to an intimate exploration of the wonders of Machu Picchu only for you. Enjoy the comfort of the Vistadome train and savor breathtaking moments as you discover the secrets of this UNESCO World Heritage Site.
You will visit one of the New Seven Wonders of the World “Machu Picchu”.
Take a once-in-a-lifetime journey to Machu Picchu on board the Vistadome Train.
Revel in this unforgettable experience through Peru’s majestic landscape.
Explore the history of Machu Picchu with an expert local guide at your side.
We offer an extensive exploration of Machu Picchu with our most complete circuit.
Discover the reasons why choosing the Vistadome train for your trip to Machu Picchu is the best option for an enriching and unparalleled experience:
Ready to finalize your reservation? Check out our concise itinerary summary. If you have any questions or need more details, don’t hesitate to contact us. We are here to help you:
You'll be picked up from your hotel in either Cusco or the Sacred Valley, depending on the departure time of the train. You have the flexibility to select your preferred start time for the day. Whether you prefer an early or late pickup, the choice is yours. (we're at your service, ready to accommodate your preferred pickup time).
If you opt for the Vistadome train departing from the Poroy train station, your trip from the city of Cusco to the train station of Poroy will take 30 minutes. Alternatively, if you choose the Vistadome train departing from Ollantaytambo train station, the scenic drive from Cusco will take approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.
You will embark on an unforgettable journey to Machu Picchu Pueblo aboard the Vistadome train. With a scenic 3.5 hour train ride from Poroy or 1 hour and 45 minutes from Ollantaytambo, during your journey you will enjoy panoramic views through large windows capturing the majestic beauty of the Andean landscape.
Upon arrival in Aguas Calientes, a designated guide will welcome you, holding a sign with your name on it. Together, you will embark on a smooth and comfortable bus ride to Machu Picchu. (The scenic bus ride from the town of Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu takes approximately 25 minutes and offers a brief but captivating tour of the lush Andean landscape. ).
Once the 25-minute bus ride is over, your adventure will reach its climax when you set foot in Machu Picchu with your expert local guide. Explore the rich historical background of the site as your guide regales you with captivating insights. Prepare for an in-depth, immersive exploration of approximately 3 hours, where you will walk the ancient paths and marvel at the architectural wonders. (With our exclusive Circuit 2 ticket, you will enjoy an extended visit, allowing you ample time to soak in the magnificence of Machu Picchu at your leisure).
After your visit to Machu Picchu you will enjoy a delicious lunch in Aguas Calientes, where you can sample the flavors of Peruvian cuisine amidst the charming atmosphere of this picturesque town.
Para concluir la experiencia, regresará a Cusco en tren. En este punto, tendrá la opción de elegir entre el tren de regreso Vistadome o el tren Expedition. El tren elegido le transportará a Ollantaytambo, desde donde se organizará un traslado para llevarle de vuelta a Cusco.
For more details about travel schedules, please see our timetable. Note that schedules are approximate and subject to availability. We recommend that you book your Machu Picchu tour in advance and select your preferred times to ensure a smooth experience.
Join us on an unforgettable expedition through the heart of the Andes with our meticulously designed Machu Picchu Tour by Vistadome train from Cusco. This comprehensive itinerary is designed to immerse you in the rich tapestry of Peruvian culture, providing a perfect blend of luxury, comfort and breathtaking scenery.
Pre-tour briefing: We’ll meet you at your hotel in Cusco the night before the trip. If you are staying in the Sacred Valley, we will provide you with a briefing by a WhatsApp call to go over the itinerary. Meeting time will be confirmed 2 days prior to the tour, upon coordination with the traveler.
Start the day with early morning pick-up from your hotel in Cusco and ride to the Poroy train station located 30 minutes drive from Cusco.
Then enjoy a 3.5-hour Vistadome deluxe train ride from Poroy town, enjoying stunning views of the mountainous terrain that makes up the area near Machu Picchu. (The train schedule will depend on how far in advance you are booking).
You’ll have glass on all sides and above your head, ideal for viewing the full scale of the enormous peaks. Until you reach Aguas Calientes town, the small village located at the base of this famous Inca site. On arrival at Aguas Calientes town, your guide will be waiting for you with a sign with your name on it.
Then you and your guide will board a bus for the short ride to this sacred citadel.
Follow your guide through the main streets of this ancient engineering marvel. Learn about the history and design of the site as you tour the Inca town.
On your tour, your guide will show you all the most important spots. Then you will have free time to take pictures before you leave the site.
Back to Machu Picchu Pueblo (Aguas Calientes), you will take the Vistadome train early in the afternoon at 4:22pm, 4:43pm or 6:20pm to Poroy or Ollantaytambo train station, and then we will drive you in our private transportation to Cusco arriving at your hotel in Cusco between 8pm to 10pm.
Easy / Beginner
Full Day
Yes, (Circuit #02).
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The price for our Machu Picchu full day tour is per person, the service offered is private, allowing you to choose when you want to travel, what you want to see and do, and who you want to travel with throughout the trip, giving you a truly personalized travel experience.
Will was our guide and he was wonderful! The tour was everything we hoped for. The day was filled with so much and Will made sure we were having the best time we could. Ask for Will- he was wonderful!
My sister and I were referred to Come See Peru from a friend, and we are so grateful for the referral. We did the Sacred Valley Cultural Experience. Carlos (our guide) and Michael (our driver) were knowledgeable, flexible, and fun!
Here are a few specific aspects that I would like to mention:
1. Flexible. We really appreciated the flexibility that we were afforded. We did our half day Sacred Valley trip in between accommodation switches. So we were picked up in Ollantaytambo and dropped off in Cusco. Additionally, we had to be picked up a bit later than the original start time, and Carlos and Michael were happy to accommodate.
2. Informative. Carlos expertly led us around the three sites we visited (Ollantaytambo ruins, The Salt Mines, The ruins of Moray). He actually took us in an order that allowed for there to be less tourists when we were present, which was really nice. He provided us with historical context and answered all of our questions.
3. Patient. Carlos and Michael gave us time to sit in the beauty that is these amazing locations. Carlos is a wonderful photographer as well and offered to take our picture at some really neat places in each location. When we did the Chicha tasting and salt demonstration, they waited while we shopped. We never felt rushed, which we appreciated.
4. Fun! Overall, we had a really good time with Carlos and Michael. We chatted and laughed about all sorts of things. We appreciated the private tour aspect so we could really go at our own flow and connect and just enjoy.
Thank you Carlos and Michael for a lovely exploration of the Sacred Valley! You will be at the top of our list when we return to see Pisac and Chinchero!
Wow! I booked a customizable 2-day tour to include all of the main Sacred Valley sights because I wanted to start the first day in Cusco and end in Ollantaytambo and use the tour as transportation as well. Come See Peru was so easy to work with, communicating extremely quickly via WhatsApp to design my perfect itinerary. They also suggested some stops that I did not know about.
Our guide Ruben was positively incredible and really made this tour amazing. He presented the history, culture, geography, & food information in such a compelling way! We learned SO MUCH because he is an incredible storyteller. None of the main sites (moray, maras, ollantaytambo, etc) have much signage and we wouldn’t have been able to appreciate them half as well without Ruben. He was also an amazing photographer, always choosing the best locations to take photos of my husband and I.
The vehicle was a comfortable van, which was private, and we had a driver who dropped off and picked up whenever we needed and also stayed with our luggage the day that it was in the car.
Overall, the price was fair for the value received and I would definitely recommend reaching out to Come See Peru to build a customized tour for your trip to the Sacred Valley!
My wife, and I actually took three tours in three dayswith Come See Peru. This were for Machu Picchu, Pisac / Llama farm and the half-day tour on the outskirts of Cusco. The company provided excellent tour guides and took care of every detail, so that our tours were totally stressed free.
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To secure your place on our 2-day Machu Picchu tour, a partial deposit is required equivalent to the total cost based on the number of participants. We use PayPal as our preferred and secure payment method to ensure the safety of our clients and avoid fraud. PayPal charges a 7% fee which must be paid by the traveler. Please note that the deposit, specifically for Machu Picchu tours, is non-refundable and non-transferable, as it is intended for the purchase of Machu Picchu tickets. After sending the deposit, you will receive a confirmation email with payment details and tour information.
The remaining balance must be paid in cash upon arrival, with the option to pay on the day of scheduled pick-up at the hotel at the latest.
Payments of the remaining balance can be made in U.S. dollars or Peruvian soles, depending on the company’s exchange rate. It is important to use bills in good condition, as torn or damaged bills will not be accepted. We appreciate your understanding in this regard.
While our day tours offer a free cancellation policy, it is important to note that this policy does not extend to our Machu Picchu tours. Once we have purchased your Machu Picchu tickets, the deposit is non-refundable in the event that you are unable to continue with your travel plans for any reason. For train tickets, we can assist you in requesting a refund in accordance with the cancellation conditions stipulated by the railway company. To learn more about our cancellation policy, please click here.
Machu Picchu is an ancient Inca city located at the top of the Andes in Peru. It was built in the 15th century and is considered one of the wonders of the modern world due to its impressive location, architecture and its history.
To get to Machu Picchu from Cusco, the most popular option is to take a train from Cusco or Ollantaytambo. There are several types of trains, such as Vistadome by Peru Rail, which offers panoramic views of the Andes. The journey takes between 3 and 4 hours, depending on the route chosen, and ends in Aguas Calientes, from where you go up to Machu Picchu by bus.
Vistadome train is a premium service that is provided by Peru Rail it offers a unique travel experience to Machu Picchu. It has panoramic windows on the roofs and sides to enjoy spectacular views of the Andean landscape.
The train ride from Poroy station (Cusco) to Aguas Calientes takes approximately 4.5 hours. From Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes takes 2 hours.
Yes, it is highly recommended to book train tickets in advance, at least 2 montsh ahead, especially during the high season (May to September).
Yes, there is a hike from Aguas Calientes to the ruins of Machu Picchu, typically it takes 1.5 hour however it is not recommended durung the wet season, we recommend taking the bus instead.
We recommend you visit Machu picchu from April to October, during the dry season. However, keep in mind that July and August are months of high demand, so if you are looking to avoid crowds, it is advisable to travel in months such as April, May, or September.
Altought it is not mandatory, but it is highly recommended if you like history. An authorized tour guide will provide you with information about the history and characteristics of the site, which will enrich your experience.
On this excursion you will visit one of the seven wonders of the world “Machu Picchu”. This magnificent sanctuary rises 2,430 m above sea level, in the middle of a tropical mountain forest, in an environment of extraordinary beauty.
Machu Picchu tour by Vistadome train from Cusco – this is an unforgettable round trip experience starting from your hotel in Cusco or Urubamba to the imposing mountains surrounding Machu Picchu site.
PeruRail has three different train options:
The Vistadome has three departure stations for its trains to Machu Picchu: Cusco (Poroy), Sacred Valley (Ollantaytambo) and Sacred Valley (Urubamba).
The budget Expedition option is the train that most of the backpackers take when visiting Machu Picchu for a Machu Picchu 1 day tour This train the cheapest option for PeruRail. Expedition train offers heat or air conditioning. The Expedition option has comfy seats and tables to travel with your buddies.
The Vistadome option tends to be more luxurious than the Expedition option This train option costs between $180 and $210 round trip. This train has more comfortable leather seats, large panoramic windows for viewing the scenery when traveling to Machu Picchu.
The Vistadome train is a favorite choice for travelers, especially for those who are looking for a little more comfort and want to make their trip to Machu Picchu even more enjoyable.
Belmond Hiram Bingham train is the most luxurious luxury train option to Machu Picchu. The train is adorned in blue and gold, polished wood, and accented with sparkling silverware and immaculate glasses. This train includes brunch, dinner, unlimited Peruvian cocktails, afternoon tea at the Machu Picchu Sanctuary Lodge, entrance to Machu Picchu, and tour guide during your stay in Machu Picchu.
Come See Peru has earned TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence for consistently receiving 5-star reviews of our tours in Cusco, Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu tours. This recognition highlights our exceptional service and dedicated attention to our clients.
Heather R2025-04-29Verified Stunning Sacred Valley We had an outstanding time in our private tour with Carlos and Michael. Better than expected. Beautiful county and they took great care of us! Sacred Valley is a must! Teri G2025-04-27Verified Sacred Valley Lovely Day Will was our guide and he was wonderful! The tour was everything we hoped for. The day was filled with so much and Will made sure we were having the best time we could. Ask for Will- he was wonderful! Jaydina B2025-04-21Verified Been on many tours, would have to say this tour was one of best tours that we’ve been on for the last 25 years This company was quick to respond on setting up our tour to sacred valley from Ollantaytambo. The expert guide Carlos who accompanied us was outstanding informative, and entertaining. He knew his history and answered all of our questions on the ruins we visited. He brought us to the perfect spots for taking pictures and making our videos. The itinerary was very well thought out. Their attention to detail is second to none. I would highly recommend this company to anyone wanting an educational and fun tour. they will deliver! I would also like to add that I forgot my camera in the tours car. They found it and returned it back to me at my hotel. Marcelo C2025-04-15Verified Great Day Tour of Sacred Valley Scheduling the tour on-line was very easy. Communication from tour coordinator was excellent, he helped us plan an extended tour for the day out of Cusco. Our driver and tour guide were great. We had a wonderful day touring around, seeing the sites, learning the history of the area and stopping to get a local drink and purchase some nice souvenirs. I will recommend this tour group to my friends and family. Ginette P2025-04-07Verified Wonderful half-day tour from Ollantaytambo! Our half-day tour of the Moray Ruins & Salt Flats was amazing. From the time of booking to the completion of our tour, the communication was great. We were picked up at our hotel punctually as discussed (and dropped off afterwards within the timeframe). From there, Carlos our guide provided us with a lot of interesting information and was always willing to take pictures of us or even make extra stops so that we can capture the beautiful landscapes around us. Enough time was allowed at every stop which was much appreciated. Our driver Christobal also assured that we were safe with his great driving skills. But the thing we appreciated the most was that the tour was available from Ollantaytambo (shorter drive than from Cusco) and that we were able to only have our small family group of 4 people for the tour. We would definitely recommend this tour to others.Ginette Sun-Woong K2025-04-01Verified Get Carlos and Rene! Great experience Carlos was an exceptional tour guide with great insight, great English, and very accommodating. Also gave us tips for our other destinations. Tour was informative, not intense walk, and facts were fun. He recommended a great restaurant too which we all enjoyed. Would definitely recommend. Rene was the driver, ride was smooth, efficient, and he was very helpful with luggage. Dubaigateways2025-03-24Verified Excellent Pisac guide and tour. A very entertaining and comprehensive tour ( from Cusco to Pisac to Ollantaytambo) excellently delivered by our guide Carlos. A fabulous day, and we cannot recommend him more highly! Judy H2025-02-05Verified Outstanding tour. Don't miss learning more about Sacred Valley with a pro guide/driver This was our second half-day tour with our guide Carlos and his sidekick (driver) Rene, who was an expert navigator through some very narrow roadways and along mountain trails. On this day we visited the ruins of Olantaytambo, Pisac, and the Pisac market. As we were passing through Calca, the town famous for cuy, Carlos allowed us to detour so that we could taste it in the most local restaurants where it is made traditionally. We were so grateful to have this experience, which for sure you would miss on a group tour. We are staying in Ollantaytambo, and while we could possibly have visited these ruins on our own, we would have missed so many nuances and history that only a seasoned guide like Carlos could give us. We were thrilled for everything we learned and saw here. I almost felt like nothing could have been better, but the Pisac ruins also are outstanding. Carlos taught us about the architecture and is a great storyteller about so many things we would have glossed over. He pointed out so much valuable information to us that we would have lost with a group tour or self-exploration. Also, you have to do a bit of climbing, and it was helpful to have Carlos's steady hand a time or two during the descent. HIGHLY recommend Come See Peru Tours if you really want to understand about these historic places, the culture of the people, and so much more. We are so glad we added these stops in Sacred Valley to our itinerary. We know they will enhance our time when we get to Machu Picchu. Judy H2025-02-05Verified Do this tour with Come See Peru Tours! Such a worthwhile experience! Our tour was from Ollantaytambo, not Urubamba, but Carlos (guide) and Rene (driver) provided an outstanding experience. We highly recommend you spend a few days acclimating in Sacred Valley and include the Moray ruins and salt flats on your itinerary. Carlos's English was impeccable and his knowledge of the ruins, the salt flats, and all the areas we were driving through—and more—is vast. We had two smaller stops throughout the day including for some local chocolate and vanilla bread, which was very delicious and also a visit to sample chicha and also learn all about how it is made, we tasted some delicious Peruvian chocolates that were enhanced with salt from Maras along with a few other salted seasoning mixes, which was actually a fun and interesting experience. There is so much more to Peru than Machu Picchu (although we certainly are including that in our trip). But understanding Sacred Valley really is enhancing our trip, and visiting from Ollantaytambo also means that we also were the first to arrive at the salt mines before all the visitors arriving from Cusco, which made our picture taking experience much better! We highly recommend Come See Peru if you are looking for an excellent and rich experience. Jason S2025-02-04Verified Exceeded Expectations The entire team exceeded our expectations from start to finish. Julio, Renee, Rose, and Rebecca are the best. Detail orientedFriendlyAccommodating ProfessionalThere are many controls in place to keep Machu Picchu special. This team navigated us through them with ease. The tour itself was amazing, and we learned a lot about the Inca civilization. It was truly a once in a lifetime experience. Thank you team. -Jason Sheffey-United StatesVerified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. Only the greatest companies can get the verified badge who has a review score above 4.5, based on customer reviews over the past 12 months. Read more
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