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Overview
Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on G Adventures 3 Day Machu Picchu by Train Independent Adventure. This comfortable and compact adventure serves up Machu Picchu, one of the world's true treasures, in style. Embrace cultures past and present in the hills surrounding Cusco and delight in the amazing views of the Sacred Valley as you travel by rail to Machu Picchu. You'll ride the rails through the spectacular Urubamba Valley to Machu Picchu, perched on a mountain ridge. Then, let your local guide explain the site. You're free to explore this Incan masterpiece before catching your train back to Cusco.
Trip Length
3 Days
Trip Starts
Cusco
Trip Ends
Cusco
Departures
Jun 2026 to Jun 2026
Countries Visited:
Operator
G Adventures
Trip Style
Classic
Budget
Affordable
Age Range
6-99 Years
Pace
Leisurely
Guide Style
Locally Guided
Tour Code
TSPMPC
Itinerary
In the morning, transfer to the Sacred Valley and enjoy a guided tour. Stop at the G Adventures-supported women's weaving co-op. Break for lunch at the G Adventures-supported Parwa community restaurant in Huchuy Qosco.
Accommodation:
Hotel Taypikala Machupicchu
Included Meals:
Lunch
Included Experiences
- Parwa Community Restaurant the Sacred Valley: Contribute to sustainable tourism in Huchuy Qosqo, a small village of 65 families in the Sacred Valley, by eating at the Parwa Community Restaurant. Learn how the resident-run restaurant was kickstarted by G Adventures and the Multilateral Investment Fund, to become a successful farm-to-table program that boosts the local economy and several spin-off microenterprises.
- Ccaccaccollo Community and Women's Weaving Co-op visit: Visit the Ccaccaccollo community centre which G Adventures travellers' donations helped create in 2005, thereby enabling local women to sell traditional textiles to travellers. See local weaving and dyeing techniques used to create garments and souvenirs, and learn how the Planeterra weaving co-operative has impacted the community and those who visit it. This includes the purchase of alpacas to provide a steady supply of wool, looms, and sewing machines as well as several training courses on production, sales and small business management.
- Local Train: Climb aboard, take your seat, and get around like the locals do.
Wake up bright and early for a guided tour of the inspiring Machu Picchu ruins. Return to Cusco in the evening. After a detailed tour of the site with a local guide head back to Cusco for the night.
Accommodation:
Hotel Taypikala
Included Meals:
Breakfast
Included Experiences
- Local Bus: Climb aboard, grab a seat, and enjoy the ride.
- Machu Picchu Guided Tour: Set off with the local guide to explore Machu Picchu, the Lost City of the Incas. Learn about the history and gain insights into this massive mountaintop citadel while wandering through ancient dwellings, stone temples and along sculpted terraces. Feel the energy of this 15th-century site, now both a UNESCO World Heritage site and voted one of the new Seven Wonders of the World in a worldwide internet poll.
- Local Train: Climb aboard, take your seat, and get around like the locals do.
Depart Cusco at any time. Transfer to the airport is included.
Included Meals:
Breakfast
Optional Experiences
- Cusco Tourist Ticket: This ticket allows admission at 16 sights of the city of Cusco including many popular museums and cathedrals, the ticket also provides entrance to Sacsayhuaman Archaeological Park, and sights in the South Valley of Cusco and the Sacred Valley of the Incas.
- Inka Museum: Get ready to explore the artifacts from the Inca Empire, including mummies, jewelry, skulls, and ceramics at this museum of archaeology.
- Cusco City Tour: Enjoy a half-day tour of Cusco's main sights. Walk around the Plaza de Armas (main square) and explore this city steeped in one of the world's most alluring and ancient cultures. Visit Qenqo, Koricancha, the Cathedral, Puca Pucara, Tambomachay, and the archaeological site of Sacsaywaman.
Trip Inclusions
- Explore Machu Picchu with an expert guide.
- Learn ancient traditions at the G Adventures-supported Women's Weaving Co-op.
- Enjoy a scenic train journey through the Sacred Valley.
- Your G for Good Moment: Parwa Community Restaurant the Sacred Valley, Lamay
- Your G for Good Moment: Ccaccaccollo Community and Women's Weaving Co-op visit, Ccaccaccollo
- Arrival and departure transfer
- Scenic train ride and guided tour of Machu Picchu
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
- Train, bus, walking
- G Representatives in Cusco, specialist Inca CEO (Chief Experience Officer) for Machu Picchu
- Upgraded Hotels (2 Nights)
- A variety of accommodation standards are available for Independent tours, see your dossier for the accommodation class specific to your tour. Please remember that hotel/lodge/resort standards can be different from what you are used to in your home country, which is part of the appeal of adventure travel . Porterage is not included, but can be arranged directly at most hotels.
- Please note that hot water shortages and power outages can be fairly common in Peru (even in upgraded hotels and private homes). We appreciate your patience and understanding that these occurrences are outside of our control.
- If you have booked this tour for 1 traveller, you will have your own room throughout. If you have booked this tour 2+ travellers, you will be sharing a twin-room/s throughout.
- 2 breakfasts, 1 lunch
- Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
- Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included.
Operator
G Adventures came from a desire to deliver authentic and responsible small group travel adventures that were equally life-changing for travellers and the communities they visit. And we’re been doing just that for almost 30 years. Our award-winning trips span seven continents and over 100 countries, giving you meaningful more experiences with people, cultures, landscapes and wildlife, as well as offering you the freedom and flexibility to explore on your own.
On all of our tours, you get to know locals every step of the way, from the places you visit and stay to where you eat and drink. You’ll also get to experience our ‘G for Good’ social impact initiatives on-trip, including our industry-leading ‘Ripple Score’. This score measures, as a percentage, the amount of money that stays in the local community through on-trip services like accommodation, restaurants and transport.
On all of our tours, you get to know locals every step of the way, from the places you visit and stay to where you eat and drink. You’ll also get to experience our ‘G for Good’ social impact initiatives on-trip, including our industry-leading ‘Ripple Score’. This score measures, as a percentage, the amount of money that stays in the local community through on-trip services like accommodation, restaurants and transport.
Trip Style: Classic
Get the best of both worlds with G's Classic trips as your knowledgeable CEO (Chief Experience Officer) leads you to iconic highlights and hidden gems, while ample free time lets you discover what excites you most. Enjoy included meals showcasing local flavours, plus opportunities to dive deeper into the food scene independently. Stay in comfortable hotels, authentic homestays, and unique accommodations that capture the spirit of each destination.
Dates & Pricing
USD
Saturday
18 Apr 2026
18 Apr 26
Cusco
Monday
20 Apr 2026
20 Apr 26
Cusco
Details
Definite Departure
Our Price
US$659
Twin Share (Per Personpp)
Sold Out
Sunday
19 Apr 2026
19 Apr 26
Cusco
Tuesday
21 Apr 2026
21 Apr 26
Cusco
Details
Definite Departure
Our Price
US$659
Twin Share (Per Personpp)
Sold Out
Monday
20 Apr 2026
20 Apr 26
Cusco
Wednesday
22 Apr 2026
22 Apr 26
Cusco
Details
Definite Departure
Our Price
US$659
Twin Share (Per Personpp)
Sold Out
Tuesday
21 Apr 2026
21 Apr 26
Cusco
Thursday
23 Apr 2026
23 Apr 26
Cusco
Details
Definite Departure
Our Price
US$659
Twin Share (Per Personpp)
Sold Out
Wednesday
22 Apr 2026
22 Apr 26
Cusco
Friday
24 Apr 2026
24 Apr 26
Cusco
Details
Definite Departure
Our Price
US$659
Twin Share (Per Personpp)
Sold Out
Thursday
23 Apr 2026
23 Apr 26
Cusco
Saturday
25 Apr 2026
25 Apr 26
Cusco
Details
Definite Departure
Our Price
US$659
Twin Share (Per Personpp)
Sold Out
Friday
24 Apr 2026
24 Apr 26
Cusco
Sunday
26 Apr 2026
26 Apr 26
Cusco
Details
Definite Departure
Our Price
US$659
Twin Share (Per Personpp)
Sold Out
Saturday
25 Apr 2026
25 Apr 26
Cusco
Monday
27 Apr 2026
27 Apr 26
Cusco
Details
Definite Departure
Our Price
US$659
Twin Share (Per Personpp)
Sold Out
Sunday
26 Apr 2026
26 Apr 26
Cusco
Tuesday
28 Apr 2026
28 Apr 26
Cusco
Details
Definite Departure
Our Price
US$659
Twin Share (Per Personpp)
Sold Out
Monday
27 Apr 2026
27 Apr 26
Cusco
Wednesday
29 Apr 2026
29 Apr 26
Cusco
Details
Definite Departure
Our Price
US$659
Twin Share (Per Personpp)
Sold Out
Tuesday
28 Apr 2026
28 Apr 26
Cusco
Thursday
30 Apr 2026
30 Apr 26
Cusco
Details
Definite Departure
Our Price
US$659
Twin Share (Per Personpp)
Sold Out
Wednesday
29 Apr 2026
29 Apr 26
Cusco
Friday
01 May 2026
01 May 26
Cusco
Details
Definite Departure
Our Price
US$659
Twin Share (Per Personpp)
Sold Out
Thursday
30 Apr 2026
30 Apr 26
Cusco
Saturday
02 May 2026
02 May 26
Cusco
Details
Definite Departure
Our Price
US$659
Twin Share (Per Personpp)
Sold Out
Note
A definite departure means minimum numbers have been reached for this departure to operate. Your Global Journeys Travel Advisor will check the availability of your departure date when you Inquire. Additional savings may apply. T&C’s apply.
A definite departure means minimum numbers have been reached for this departure to operate. Your Global Journeys Travel Advisor will check the availability of your departure date when you Inquire. Additional savings may apply. T&C’s apply.
Note
Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Pricing and trip details are correct at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by G Adventures. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from the cruise-line and should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.
Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Pricing and trip details are correct at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by G Adventures. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from the cruise-line and should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.
