Machu Picchu Private Tour from Aguas Calientes (Tickets included)
Description
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.
Tour Options
Itinerary
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)
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.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
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.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- 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
- Tour starts in Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu Town)
- Bring comfortable shoes to walk (there will be many stairs
- Bring Camera, sun block and Sun Hat
- The admission ticket of Machu Picchu is not refundable and valid for the date of travel only.
Reviews(107)
The tour guide John was very helpful, professional, knowledgeable and a great photographer.
The tour was a great experience. The tour guide was very professional, knowledgeable and great photographer. He took the best pictures. The tour was awesome because it included the ticket to Machu Pichu ruins and the ticket to the bus.
After our private tour through the Sacred Valley, we had booked a private tour through Machu Picchu for the next day. We took care of the travel and tickets ourselves in advance and Local Friend was able to respond to that in a super flexible way. Our guide John picked us up at the hotel early in the morning and took the bus to Machu Picchu with us. We were lucky with the weather and the experience was truly unique! John took a lot of time and brought the history and details of this magical place closer to us. He also had many nice photo ideas and managed our visit so that we could always skillfully avoid the large crowds of people. I would definitely recommend a private guide for Machu Picchu and especially Cusco Local Friend! Thank you very much for this wonderful experience!
It was really super well arranged. The contact in advance was top, so we were kept informed of everything. Our guide John who was right on time to pick us up. The tour was really fantastic. He told clearly and enthusiastically! What a top morning
We had a fabulous 5 days with Sam and Willie taking in multiple trips and local experiences including Machu Picchu, Sacred Valley and Rainbow Mountain. They were an incredible team that took care of everything and facilitated all of our requests. Sam’s knowledge of history and the Cuzco local area were exceptional and made every tour special. Willie’s driving was amazing on some very narrow roads. We would give them six stars if we could!
Great experience with our guide, John, who was friendly, knowledgeable, helpful, and enthusiastic as he showed us around his spectacular “office”! Well organized, efficient pickup, and obviously an amazing sight at what has been a bucket list item for decades. Highly recommend!
Our tour guide from Local Cusco Friend Tours name was John. He is a local Quechua Peruvian guy who has a funny story of why his name is john. Lol you will have to ask him ! He spoke great English and he was a fantastic guide. very knowledgeable and interesting. He has been to Machu Picchu 10,000 times and he is an expert. Most importantly he knows all the perfect photo spots and we did all sorts of fun poses that he suggested. Thank you John we had a GREAT time and thanks for the perfect sunny weather you brought with you ! We Loved this tour !!
We booked a private tour with Cusco Local Friend and were lucky enough to have John as our guide. From beginning to end of the tour John was friendly, entertaining and very knowledgeable. He was very mindful of safety at all times and knew all the best photo stops in Macchu Picchu. We had a great and memorable time with him. Hie English was also excellent.
Our tour guide John met us early in the morning at our hotel and led us through the maze of people to the bus line. He was so gracious on route one taking our pictures as a group and individually. Lots of fun ideas. He shared a prayer with us and provided us with a lot of interesting facts and dad jokes for days. It was very special and spiritual being at Machu Picchu and he made it even better. Im so thankful we had him to lead us through and explain everything to us on route 3. It was so special. Thank you John for an absolutely amazing day!!! ❤️
Jon was such an amazing host. He picked up on our group's energy right away and matched us perfectly. He shared his personal experiences and great knowledge. Best of all, he knew all the great photo spots and was an excellent photographer to help us capture a very special day. Thank you Jon!!
