Machu Picchu Private Guided Tour from Aguas Calientes

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(80 reviews)
Sacred Valley, Peru

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4 to 5 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

Discover Machu Picchu at your own pace with our exclusive Private Guided Tour from Aguas Calientes. Perfect for independent travelers who prefer arranging their own journey to Aguas Calientes but still want the full benefit of a knowledgeable local guide, this experience includes your admission and bus tickets, so you don’t have to worry about logistics.

What makes our tour unique? You will enjoy the personalized attention of a private guide, flexible departure times (morning or afternoon, based on availability), and insider stories that bring the ancient citadel to life. Explore temples, terraces, and sacred sites, capture unforgettable photos from the best viewpoints, and even meet the friendly resident llamas.

Whether you start from your hotel or the train station in Aguas Calientes, we’ll take care of the details so you can focus on the wonder of Machu Picchu—one of the world’s most iconic UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

What's Included

Admission Ticket to Machu Picchu
Shuttle Bus Aguas Calientes / Machu Picchu / Aguas Calientes
Professional Bilingual Tour Guide
Lunch
Train Tickets from/to Cusco or Ollantaytambo
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

IMPORTANT! If you are on a day trip from Cusco or the Sacred Valley, we will meet you at the train station in Aguas Calientes. Please make sure to provide us with your train details.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 to 5 hours (approximately)
  • Aguas Calientes (Pass by)

    We start this guided tour from: *** Your accommodation in Aguas Calientes (if you are staying in town the previous night) *** Aguas Calientes train station (if you are arriving on a day trip from Ollantaytambo or Cusco)

    Admission ticket free
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    Machu Picchu

    Upon arriving at the entrance gate of Machu Picchu, your private guide will lead you to the Guard House, where you will be treated to the best panoramic views of this ancient wonder. Here, you will have time to take in the stunning scenery and capture iconic postcard-worthy photos. After soaking in the breathtaking views, you will begin an in-depth guided tour of Machu Picchu’s urban sector. You will explore its main temples, royal residences, and other significant structures, while your guide shares fascinating historical insights, stories of the Inca civilization, and sacred legends surrounding this mystical site. The guided visit typically lasts 2.5 - 3 hours. approx. After completing your visit, you will board the shuttle bus back to Aguas Calientes Town, concluding our tour at this point.

    3 hours • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Archaeology Tours
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Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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