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The 15 most popular machu picchu tours in Peru. The ones travellers rate highest, with prices, how long they take and who runs them.
Stress-free full-day Machu Picchu from Cusco: train, bus, guided ruins with photo help, plus time for lunch in Aguas Calientes.
Most Popular“Bring some patience, driving bus and train , waiting in a queue is all exhaustion and tiring but its worth it”
A full-day, guided Machu Picchu trip from Cusco with included train, bus shuttles, and entrance tickets—plus flexible circuit choices.
“This was obviously going to be the highlight of our trip. We were fortunate enough to book well in advance and received Circuit 2. Many times when I visit a place it is pretty much how I expected it to be. This surpassed all expectations. It is a beautiful place and was made all the…”
A small-group Machu Picchu day trip from Cusco with train, bus, English-speaking guide, and optional lunch at Café Inkaterra.
“Everything was very well organized, since the pick-up, trains, buses, lunch, return. That for sure contributed to make this experience very enjoyable and beautiful. The place is even more impressive live than on pictures.”
4 days from Cusco to Machu Picchu with Abra Málaga downhill biking, coffee roasting, jungle hikes, optional hot springs, and a guided citadel tour.
“I enjoyed every minute of it. Our guide had good English, a good sense of fun and was very encouraging when i found the going a bit tough. ( I was at least 20 years older than anyone else in the group) He also told us things about Inca culture that i found very interesting.…”
Two days from Cusco to the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu with small-group guides, train views, and guided ruins. Price from $370.
“The entire experience was excellent and something we will never forget. All of our guides were patient, informative and passionate about their culture. Everything from the moment we booked was so simple and we felt very supported throughout the experience. I would highly suggest this tour for anyone not looked to do the trek. It…”
2-day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu with Sun Gate sunset, sunrise tour, Aguas Calientes stay, and Vistadome panoramic train. Small group.
“The guide, Kate, made the experience an unforgettable. If I had more time I would have done the 4 day trek, I simply didn’t want to leave the place. All was well organised and went according to plan”
A 2-day Inca-style hike from Cusco to Aguas Calientes, plus early Machu Picchu entry and guided history—value-packed at $290.
“Amazing two-day adventure! The trail offered beautiful scenery and a sense of accomplishment, and arriving at Machu Picchu early the next morning was truly magical. Our guide was knowledgeable and helpful throughout — highly recommend for active travelers.”
Sunrise at Machu Picchu, a classic Wiñay Wayna hike, and a guided circuit—sleeping in Aguas Calientes with train scenery included.
“incredibly organized and professional tour from start to finish, great food on the hike as well as hotel accommodations - AMAZJNG VIEWS, totally a must book (Thank you Lucio and Luis!!)”
Inca Rail First Class to Machu Picchu adds observatory views, guided ruins entry, and three-course meals with drinks in a small-group ride.
“I am writing to tell you that this is the worst operation I have ever seen.”
Cusco to Machu Picchu in one day by tourist train: hotel pickup, guided circuit, Aguas Calientes lunch stop, small group.
“I would like to say big thanks to Libertek Peru Travel for making my dream come true. I always wanted to see Machu Picchu! What truly stood out was the excellent customer service! The team: Katheryn, Christian and Helio were consistently responsive, supportive and well organized, providing impressive local coordination and on-ground support throughout my…”
Private 2-day Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu trip from Cusco with hotel pickup, guided sights, train ride, and a 3-hour Machu Picchu visit.
“Excellent treatment on the trips, very friendly, attentive and helpful, I would definitely recommend it for those travelers looking for who takes care of everything, greetings to Camille- Machupicchu sacred”
A full-day Machu Picchu trip from Cusco with train to Aguas Calientes, bus up to the citadel, and a guided visit with flexible route entry options.
“My family and I booked this trip with much anticipation and we had the best time. The agency communicated with me from day 1 and had a full itinerary planned out for my trip. Every detail was thoughtfully mapped out and it turned out to be better than I ever expected. I highly recommend this…”
Machu Picchu, Aguas Calientes hot springs, and a scenic train from Cusco in a small group, with early-morning logistics.
“Machu Picchu is a must see when arriving to Peru! So many miracles have happened in this land! My tour guide in Machu Picchu, Edwin, was the best I could have possibly had, he explained everything in detail, was always positive and happy! I am more than happy with the knowledge he gave us and…”
Private Machu Picchu day trip from Cusco by train and bus, with hotel pickup, a guided circuit tour, and lunch in town.
“It was a rainy visit to Machu Pichu but it was still an amazing site to see. Our tour guide was extremely knowledgeable and interesting. I highly recommend this tour.”
Flexible Machu Picchu admission with self-paced entry or a Circuit 2 last-minute guided option, plus clear route choices for your time.
“I had an afternoon ticket at 2pm and you can really only get in from 2pm. Take a 13-hour bus ticket from Aguas Calientes. We had the classic route 2 and this is the best route to take in beautiful pictures and the Machupicchu. Take your time and take it easy because if you go…”
From the Inca heartland to the coast and the cloud forest, and every way to reach it.
