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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“Everything there is in the program is fine. Need some crisis management training to help customers be in the picture about alternatives and last minute changes.”
A full-day, guided Machu Picchu trip from Cusco with included train, bus shuttles, and entrance tickets—plus flexible circuit choices.
“I had an amazing experience absolutely enjoying it the weather was nice the guide was very knowledgeable and he help take plenty of pictures”
A small-group Machu Picchu day trip from Cusco with train, bus, English-speaking guide, and optional lunch at Café Inkaterra.
“Santos was an exceptional guide: very caring and informative.”
4 days from Cusco to Machu Picchu with Abra Málaga downhill biking, coffee roasting, jungle hikes, optional hot springs, and a guided citadel tour.
“Richard our guild was amazing, whatever he’s making is not enough. He was so knowledgeable and made the trip so good! Overall an amazing experience that I would recommend to anyone who is up for doing the hikes.”
Two days from Cusco to the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu with small-group guides, train views, and guided ruins. Price from $370.
“It was INCREDIBLE ! The organisation is very clear and the tour is very complete! Our guide for the sacred valley was Wally, he was so nice and happy to share his culture with us! He is a solar human being, full of joy ! The train ride to Machu Picchu was so beautiful ..…”
2-day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu with Sun Gate sunset, sunrise tour, Aguas Calientes stay, and Vistadome panoramic train. Small group.
“Alex was an amazing guide and it was a really nice exp!”
A 2-day Inca-style hike from Cusco to Aguas Calientes, plus early Machu Picchu entry and guided history—value-packed at $290.
“Beautiful hike and unforgettable sunrise at Machu Picchu.”
Sunrise at Machu Picchu, a classic Wiñay Wayna hike, and a guided circuit—sleeping in Aguas Calientes with train scenery included.
“Very good trekking trought beautiful forests and archeological sites. Hard path. Insects in same parts (useful repellent). I think it was better to divide tours by trekking fitness (principiant, medium, pro): we wait more than 30 min sometimes to wait the rest of the group. Very good tented lunch, good hotel in Agua Calientes. Very…”
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.
“Incredible - worth the money. Got an in person briefing two days before the trip. Was sent an itinerary on WhatsApp, had personal drivers pick us up and escort us every step of the trip. Gave us all our documents in person and WhatsApp (bus tickets, Machu Picchu ticket, etc). Vistadome train was amazing. Would…”
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.
“Willy was a wonderful guide. He cares so much for his tourists, he knows very well the story. He was very helpful and pleased all the people in the tour. I recommend him 100% for your next visit to Peru.”
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.
“The views on the train and at Machu Picchu were amazing. The tour company also made the trip simple.”
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.
“If you love eating then this tour is for you haha. I suggest that you do not eat until you get to the tour because there will be a lot of food.”
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