Private Transport Across Cusco and Peru
From airport pickups to train station transfers, Sacred Valley day trips and mountain tours — our private transport service covers every route in Cusco with professional drivers, modern vehicles and hotel pickup included.
Travel on Your Own Terms
Getting between your hotel and Cusco’s airports, train stations and tourist attractions does not have to be complicated. Our private transport service gives you exclusive use of a vehicle and a professional driver who picks you up directly from your hotel door at the time you choose, takes you where you need to go and brings you back when you are done. There are no shared shuttles, no fixed departure times and no strangers on board just you and your travel companions in a clean, comfortable and well-maintained vehicle.
We offer three vehicle sizes to match groups of all sizes, from couples and small families to groups of up to seventeen travelers. All vehicles include a qualified driver who is evaluated regularly for professionalism and punctuality. Payment is accepted securely online by card or PayPal and your booking is confirmed immediately.
VEHICLE OPTIONS
Choose Your Vehicle
Van Hyundai Staria — Up to 6 Passengers
Comfortable and Elegant — Van Hyundai Staria
The Hyundai Staria is a modern, elegantly designed van that offers a premium travel experience for small groups of up to six passengers. The spacious interior features wide, comfortable seats with three-point seatbelts, air conditioning, heating and panoramic windows that allow passengers to enjoy the Andean landscape throughout the journey. The vehicle is equipped with advanced safety systems including ABS and airbags and is maintained to a high standard. The driver is assigned specifically to your group, picks you up at your hotel entrance and takes you directly to your destination without stops unless you request them.
Capacity: up to 6 passengers Includes: professional driver, air conditioning, heating, safety belts Best for: couples, small families, intimate group travel
Minibus Vanche ZKJ — Up to 12 Passengers
Space and Comfort for Medium Groups — Minibus Vanche
The Vanche ZKJ minibus is the ideal choice for medium-sized groups of up to twelve travelers. The vehicle features ergonomic seating, air conditioning, heating, dual sliding doors, internal lighting, 12V power outlets, panoramic windshield and microphone system for the driver. The spacious interior gives every passenger room to travel comfortably even on the longer routes to Ollantaytambo or Rainbow Mountain. The driver picks you up at your hotel and the return drop-off is at the same point or wherever you request.
Capacity: up to 12 passengers Includes: professional driver, air conditioning, heating, power outlets, microphone system Best for: medium groups, families with children, travel agency groups
Minibus Sprinter — Up to 17 Passengers
The Full Group Solution — Minibus Sprinter
The long Sprinter minibus accommodates up to seventeen passengers in spacious, comfortable seating, each with individual seatbelts. The vehicle is fully equipped with air conditioning, heating, dual sliding doors, internal lighting, 12V power outlets and a microphone system. It is the most practical solution for larger travel groups visiting Cusco’s main attractions as a single coordinated unit. The driver collects the group at the hotel entrance and the service concludes at the hotel, a central plaza or any other point the group requests.
Capacity: up to 17 passengers Includes: professional driver, air conditioning, heating, power outlets, microphone system Best for: large groups, tour operators, corporate travel
TRANSFER SERVICES AND PRICES
Airport and Train Station Transfers
Our transfer service covers all the key arrival and departure points around Cusco, including the airport, the Wanchaq and San Pedro train stations in the city center, the Poroy station on the outskirts and the Ollantaytambo station in the Sacred Valley. Prices are per vehicle per trip, not per person, which makes private transport increasingly cost-effective for larger groups.
Service | Van Staria (6 pax) | Minibus Vanche (12 pax) | Minibus Sprinter (17 pax) |
Cusco Airport ↔ Hotel | $17 USD | $27 USD | $33 USD |
Wanchaq Station ↔ Hotel | $17 USD | $27 USD | $33 USD |
Poroy Station ↔ Hotel | $26 USD | $44 USD | $60 USD |
Ollantaytambo Station ↔ Hotel | $60 USD | $82 USD | $115 USD |
Note: all prices are one way per vehicle. Round trip prices are double. Prices are subject to change without prior notice.
ESTIMATED TRAVEL TIMES
Section title: How Long Does Each Transfer Take?
Route | Estimated Journey Time |
Hotel → Wanchaq / San Pedro Station | approximately 15 minutes |
Hotel → Poroy Station | approximately 30 minutes |
Hotel → Ollantaytambo Station | approximately 1 hour 45 minutes |
Cusco Airport → Hotel | approximately 30 minutes |
Note: travel times are estimated from hotels located in the historic center of Cusco, where the majority of tourist accommodation is concentrated. If your hotel is outside this area, please indicate the address when booking so we can coordinate the most efficient pickup.
TRANSPORT FOR TOURS
Private Transport for Day Tours Around Cusco
Beyond airport and station transfers, our private transport service covers all the main day tour routes around Cusco. Rather than joining a shared group bus, you travel exclusively with your own companions in your own vehicle, stopping where you want and spending as long as you need at each site. Entry tickets to archaeological sites are not included in the transport price but can be booked separately through Inka Tickets.
Tour Route | Van Staria (6 pax) | Minibus Vanche (12 pax) | Minibus Sprinter (17 pax) |
City Tour Cusco | $60 USD | $77 USD | $104 USD |
South Valley (Tipón, Pikillacta, Andahuaylillas) | $104 USD | $120 USD | $142 USD |
Sacred Valley (Pisac, Ollantaytambo, Chinchero) | $120 USD | $142 USD | $187 USD |
Maras and Moray | $115 USD | $137 USD | $154 USD |
Rainbow Mountain — Vinicunca | $154 USD | $187 USD | $247 USD |
Humantay Lake | not available | $203 USD | $247 USD |
Note: all tour transport prices are round trip per vehicle. Entry tickets and guide services are not included and can be added at the time of booking.
TRANSFER ROUTES EXPLAINED
What Each Transfer Covers
Cusco Airport Transfer
The Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport sits approximately seven kilometers south of the Cusco city center. The journey between the airport and most hotels in the historic center takes approximately thirty minutes under normal traffic conditions. Our driver meets you in the arrivals hall with a sign displaying your name, helps with your luggage and takes you directly to your hotel. For departures, the driver collects you from your hotel at the agreed time and delivers you to the departure terminal with sufficient time for check-in.
Journey time: approximately 30 minutes Pickup: arrivals hall (incoming) or hotel entrance (outgoing)
Transfer to Ollantaytambo Train Station
Ollantaytambo is the most commonly used departure point for trains to Aguas Calientes and Machu Picchu. The drive from central Cusco takes approximately one hour and forty-five minutes along the road that descends from the city and follows the Sacred Valley of the Urubamba River to the station at the foot of the Ollantaytambo fortress. The early morning trains require departure from Cusco in the pre-dawn hours, typically between 04:00 and 05:30, and our drivers are accustomed to early starts. On the return, the driver waits at Ollantaytambo station and takes you back to your hotel in Cusco after you arrive from Machu Picchu.
Journey time: approximately 1 hour 45 minutes each way Note: early morning departures available, please indicate your train time when booking
Transfer to Poroy Train Station
Poroy station sits approximately fifteen kilometers northwest of central Cusco and serves the Peru Rail trains that take the longer scenic route to Aguas Calientes via the highlands above the Sacred Valley. The journey from the historic center to Poroy takes approximately thirty minutes. This station is used by the Hiram Bingham luxury train as well as some Vistadome and Expedition services. Our driver collects you from your hotel and drops you at the station entrance in time for boarding.
Journey time: approximately 30 minutes each way
Transfers in Lima, Puno and Arequipa
Our transfer service also covers the main arrival and departure points in Lima, Puno and Arequipa. In Lima we arrange pickups from Jorge Chávez International Airport to hotels in Miraflores, San Isidro and Barranco as well as the return journey to the airport. In Puno we cover transfers from Juliaca airport and the train station to hotels in the city. In Arequipa we arrange transfers between the Rodríguez Ballón International Airport and the city center hotels. Please indicate the city when booking and provide your flight number and hotel address so we can coordinate the service precisely.
Cities covered: Lima, Puno (via Juliaca airport), Arequipa
WHY CHOOSE PRIVATE TRANSFER
The Advantages of Traveling Private
Freedom to set your own schedule You decide what time to depart and where to stop along the way. There are no fixed timetables, no waiting for other passengers and no rushing through sites because the shared bus is ready to leave. The driver works around your pace, not the other way around.
Exclusive to your group The vehicle is reserved entirely for you and your travel companions. Whether you are traveling as a couple, a family or a group of friends, you share the space only with the people you choose to travel with.
Safe, professional and punctual Our drivers are qualified professionals with experience in tourism transport. They are evaluated regularly for safety, punctuality and service quality. All vehicles meet the safety standards required for tourist transport in Peru.
Hotel door to destination Pickup is always from the entrance of your hotel in the historic center of Cusco, or from a central meeting point if your accommodation is located outside the standard pickup zone. Drop-off is at the same hotel or any other point you request.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many people can travel in one vehicle? Our largest vehicle, the Sprinter minibus, accommodates up to seventeen passengers. For larger groups we can coordinate multiple vehicles departing together.
Are entry tickets to archaeological sites included? No. The transfer service covers transport only. Entrance tickets for any sites visited during a tour transfer can be booked separately through Inka Tickets.
Can I stop for photos or lunch during a tour transfer? Yes. At your request the driver can make stops along the route for photographs, rest or lunch. On routes with a fixed itinerary there may be less flexibility due to time constraints, but our team will advise you when booking.
What payment methods are accepted? We accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Diners Club and PayPal. Payment is processed securely online and your booking is confirmed immediately.
Can I book a transfer for a route not listed here? Yes. If you need transport for a specific route or service not described above, contact us by email or WhatsApp and our team will arrange it for you.
Is it safe to travel by private vehicle in the Cusco region? Yes. Our vehicles are maintained to a high standard and our drivers are trained and experienced on all the routes we cover, including the mountain roads to Rainbow Mountain and Humantay Lake. We carry first aid equipment on all long-distance routes.
Can I get to Machu Picchu by private vehicle? No private vehicle can access Machu Picchu itself due to the terrain and access restrictions. The private transfer takes you to Ollantaytambo or Poroy train station, from where you board the train to Aguas Calientes. From Aguas Calientes the only way up to the citadel entrance is by the Consettur shuttle bus.
HOW TO BOOK
How to Book Your Transfer with Inka Tickets
Tell us your transfer type, the date and time you need to travel, your hotel name and address in Cusco and the number of passengers. Our team confirms availability, assigns the right vehicle size and sends you the booking details by email. For airport transfers, please include your flight number and arrival or departure time so we can coordinate the pickup precisely.
If you are combining your transfer with a train ticket, a Machu Picchu entrance ticket or a guided tour, we coordinate all of it together so your timings align from the moment you land to the moment you leave.
Inka Tickets · Private Transfers
Book Your Private Transfer
Select your transfer type, date and vehicle. Our team confirms availability and sends you a booking proposal within a few hours. Hotel pickup included. No payment required at this stage.
- Hotel pickup included — Cusco historic center
- Up to 17 passengers per vehicle
- Airport · train stations · day tours
