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Private Day Tour to Machu Picchu

4.9(10)Cusco1 hour
TRIPADVISOR4.9(10)

Description

Discover Machu Picchu with our exclusive private service, designed to offer you a personalized experience in one of the wonders of the world. With the Circuit 2 ticket, the most complete tour, you can explore the most representative points of the citadel and access the viewpoint from where you get the iconic classic Machu Picchu photo.

Tour Options

Vistadome Train Option
  • Private Tour Train dress me back and forth: Panoramic windows. Private Transportation: Private vehicle from Cusco to Ollantaytambo (round trip). Private Guide to Machu Picchu Pickup included
Option Train Vistadome Up Grade
  • Private Tour Train Observatory round trip : Panoramic windows, typical saqra dance show and observatory car. Private Transportation: Private vehicle from Cusco to Ollantaytambo (round trip). Private Guide to Machu Picchu Pickup included
Expedition Train Option
  • Private Tour Train Expedition round trip Private transportation : Private vehicle from Cusco to Ollantaytambo (round trip). Private Guide to Machu Picchu Pickup included

Itinerary

Pass by

We will pick you up at your hotel in Cusco between 4 to 6 am according to the train departure and take you by private transportation to Ollantaytambo, a trip of approximately two hours.

Pass by

Upon arriving in Ollantaytambo, we will go to the train station to board the train to Aguas Calientes, the town from where you access Machu Picchu. The train trip from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes takes approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes.

45 min

Upon arrival in Aguas Calientes, our accredited representative will take you to the bus station. Here you will take the bus that will take you to the citadel of Machu Picchu. The trip lasts around thirty minutes. You will arrive at the entrance of the Machu Picchu citadel according to the entry time.

120 min

When you arrive at Machu Picchu, you will go through an entry control, so we recommend bringing your original passport. After the control, our accredited guide will take you on a tour of the Machu Picchu citadel. You will visit the most important places of Machu Picchu, temples with great significance and important sites, it will depend on the type of circuit. After visiting all these places, you will take a bus back to Aguas Calientes, a trip of approximately 30 minutes.

120 min

You will arrive in Aguas Calientes and have enough time to have lunch or explore the picturesque town. You will enjoy about three hours of free time. Then, you will return to the train station to take the train. Depending on schedule and availability.

Pass by

After a train ride for approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes. You will arrive at Ollantaytambo.

120 min

Upon arrival in Ollantaytambo our private transportation will be waiting to take you back to the city of Cusco. We will arrive between 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm according to the train return time.

Highlights

Private transportation
Pick up from your hotel or Airbnb, the same way on your return.
Bus ticket to get on and off at the entrance of Machu Picchu.
Professional tour guide (in English, Spanish or Portuguese).
Tourist train tickets from Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchu and back.
Private guided in Machu Picchu (2 hrs).
Entrance ticket to Machu Picchu. Circuit 2 (subject to availability).
Professional driver

What's included

Included
Private transportation
Pick up from your hotel or Airbnb, the same way on your return.
Bus ticket to get on and off at the entrance of Machu Picchu.
Professional tour guide (in English, Spanish or Portuguese).
Tourist train tickets from Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchu and back.
Private guided in Machu Picchu (2 hrs).
Entrance ticket to Machu Picchu. Circuit 2 (subject to availability).
Professional driver
Not included
Lunch
Breakfast
Tips
travel insurance
Refreshment

Pickup Locations & Times

Send the name of your accommodation or hotel with the specific address for pickup.

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Important Information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Reviews(10)

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danielzY2274CV
April 12, 2026
The best company to go to Machu Picchu

Good experience overall. The guide explained the history of Machu Picchu very clearly, and everything from the schedule to the explanations was well organized and easy to understand. They were also always friendly and willing to help

Operator response

Muchas gracias por su comentario. Nos alegra saber que tuvo una buena experiencia en Machu Picchu y que disfrutó de las explicaciones del guía, así como de la organización del itinerario. Nos da mucho gusto también saber que se sintió bien acompañado por nuestro equipo en todo momento; para nosotros es muy importante brindar un trato cercano y estar siempre disponibles para ayudar. Gracias por confiar en Xplora Machu Picchu Trips. Esperamos poder acompañarle nuevamente en otra aventura.

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764marisols
February 4, 2026
Machu Pichu Tour

Thanks to the team at Xplora Machu Picchu Trips, visit Machu Pichu, an amazing experience despite the rain our guide always worried about us. All very well organized, recommended 100%.

Operator response

Muchas gracias por compartir su experiencia con nosotros. Nos alegra profundamente saber que su visita a Machu Picchu fue increíble y que, a pesar de la lluvia, pudo disfrutar plenamente del recorrido. Agradecemos especialmente sus palabras sobre nuestro guía, quien siempre procura brindar atención y acompañamiento en todo momento. Asimismo, nos complace saber que la organización del viaje cumplió con sus expectativas. Gracias por su recomendación y por confiar en Xplora Machu Picchu Trips. Será un placer poder atenderle nuevamente en una próxima oportunidad.

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E8328BGsamanthaj
January 16, 2026
Unforgettable. Recommended

Traveling to Machu Picchu was one of my best experiences in Cusco, but even because we could count on the best team of Xplora Machu Picchu trips, who made it possible to make the trip unforgettable from start to finish, were attentive and friendly from the moment of contact, during the trip, tour of the citadel so impressive, and until the moment of saying goodbye to Cusco. I take Machu Picchu with memorabilia with its magnificent history and landscapes, its friendly people and the friends of Xplora Machu Picchu trips. Thank you so much!

Operator response

Muchas gracias por compartir tan hermosa experiencia con nosotros. Nos llena de alegría saber que su visita a Machu Picchu fue una de las mejores vivencias durante su estadía en Cusco. Apreciamos profundamente sus palabras hacia el equipo de Xplora Machu Picchu Trips. Para nosotros es muy importante acompañar a cada viajero desde el primer contacto hasta el final del recorrido, y saber que logramos hacer de su viaje una experiencia inolvidable nos motiva a seguir brindando un servicio con dedicación y calidez. Nos alegra también que se lleve no solo los recuerdos de la majestuosidad de Machu Picchu, sino también el cariño de su gente y de nuestro equipo. Será un verdadero placer poder recibirle nuevamente en una próxima aventura.

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279hanahm
November 14, 2025
Wonderful, recommended

The team was super attentive and punctual from start to finish. Thanks to our choice of All Inclusive, we were just dedicated to enjoying ourselves; the logistics and accommodation were perfect. The big plus was the private tour in Machu Picchu. We were able to go totally at our pace and the guide was a 10, he took some wonderful photos! If you want a carefree trip with quality care, I would choose them again without hesitation!

Operator response

Muchas gracias por su tan amable comentario. Nos llena de satisfacción saber que disfrutó de su experiencia y que nuestro equipo estuvo a la altura de sus expectativas, brindándole un servicio atento y puntual en cada etapa del viaje. Nos alegra especialmente que el programa Todo Incluido le haya permitido relajarse y disfrutar plenamente, así como que la logística y el alojamiento hayan sido de su agrado. Asimismo, es un gusto saber que el tour privado en Machu Picchu fue uno de los puntos más destacados, y que nuestro guía contribuyó a hacer de su visita un momento memorable. Agradecemos sinceramente su confianza y sus recomendaciones. Será un verdadero placer poder atenderle nuevamente en una próxima oportunidad.

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Maps56801317802
October 23, 2025
Machu Picchu thanks for his attentive transportation

Thank you for your kind transportation from the inn in Cusco to Machu Picchu. Until October, we were expecting sunny spells in the dry season, but it was disappointing that Machu Picchu had light rain. I would like to visit next time when the chances of sunny weather are high until August.

Operator response

Muchas gracias por tomarse el tiempo de compartir su experiencia y por haber confiado en nosotros para su tour a Machu Picchu Full Day. Nos alegra saber que el servicio fue de su agrado. Lamentamos que el clima no haya acompañado durante su visita. Aunque la temporada seca suele ofrecer días más soleados, el clima en Machu Picchu puede ser cambiante y presentar algunas lloviznas de manera ocasional. Agradecemos mucho su comprensión y su comentario. Será un gusto poder ayudarle en una próxima oportunidad a elegir fechas con mayores probabilidades de buen clima, para que pueda disfrutar aún más de esta experiencia única. Quedamos siempre a su disposición y será un placer volver a atenderle.

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V8147QMmauriciom
September 30, 2025
Unforgettable, thanks to all the team at Xplora Machu Picchu Trips!

Thanks to the team at Xplora Machu Picchu Trips, my family and I are very grateful with the organization of our trip to this incredible place, it was an unforgettable experience, the organization was exceptional from the beginning when we contacted for information, the speed of your answers to our doubts, the staff who attended us to give us information about our tour, transport and driver was A1, our guide was an excellent source of information about the history of Machu Picchu and an excellent photographer, telling us where would be the best places for the best shots. Everything was Wonder from start to finish, they fulfilled everything they offered us. Psdt. Thank you for that beautiful gift you gave us at the end of our tour! 100% recommended.

Operator response

Gracias de corazón por compartir su experiencia y por confiar en nosotros para organizar su viaje familiar a Machu Picchu. Nos alegra saber que todo salió de maravilla y que disfrutaron tanto del tour como de los pequeños detalles. Su recomendación nos motiva a seguir dando lo mejor siempre.

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N5182BUbrandonf
September 30, 2025
Wonderful, recommended to a thousand

I want to thank and congratulate this great team that accompanied me from start to finish. They are a truly committed Enterprise, and thanks to you I lived an incredible experience. I had a great time at all times. The guides and driver were simply exceptional, always attentive and professional. As I already mentioned... I will definitely be back for my honeymoon! Thanks for everything!

Operator response

Muchas gracias por sus palabras tan especiales. Nos llena de alegría saber que disfrutó cada momento de su experiencia con nosotros y que nuestro equipo de guías y conductor lograron que se sintiera bien acompañado de inicio a fin. Será un verdadero honor recibirlo nuevamente, y nos emociona mucho que piense en volver para su luna de miel. Estaremos encantados de hacer de esa ocasión un recuerdo aún más inolvidable.

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guadalupegZ4282LG
November 26, 2024
I recommend your services 100% and will definitely trust them again for future adventures!

I want to thank Xplora Machu Picchu Trips for having made my trip to Machu Picchu an unforgettable experience.From the moment I contacted them for information until the end of the tour they provided exceptional service. They were always attentive to answer my questions about the tour. The tour was perfectly organized, with expert guides who not only provided us with valuable information about Machu Picchu’s history and culture, but also made sure she was comfortable and safe at all times as she traveled alone. The logistics were impeccable. In addition, the experience of being in Machu Picchu was even more special thanks to its attention to detail and personalized approach. Thank you for making this trip truly unique! I recommend your services 100% and will definitely trust them again for future adventures!

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Operator response

Recibir sus palabras nos llena de alegría y motivación. Gracias por confiar en Xplora Machu Picchu Trips y permitirnos acompañarla en una experiencia tan especial. Nos complace saber que desde el primer contacto hasta el final del tour se sintió atendida, segura y disfrutó de cada detalle de la logística y el guiado. Nuestro equipo trabaja con dedicación para que cada viajero viva Machu Picchu de una manera única, y saber que lo logramos con usted nos inspira a seguir mejorando cada día.

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Andrés Felipe N
August 1, 2024
Excellent service!

From the beginning the agency was very friendly, the itinerary was firm as agreed and the experience was more than spectacular. Thank you so much!

2 people found this helpful
Operator response

Muchas gracias por compartir su experiencia con nosotros. Nos alegra saber que desde el primer momento nuestro equipo pudo brindarle amabilidad y que el itinerario se cumplió tal como lo planificado. Lo más importante para nosotros es que haya disfrutado de una experiencia espectacular en Machu Picchu.

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W7995RYangelf
July 18, 2024
I highly recommend it

Excellent agency, very attentive to everything, quick answers and always pending and excellent guides, loved everything, definitely recommend it highly

2 people found this helpful
Operator response

Valoramos profundamente sus comentarios y su calificación, ya que nos motivan a seguir ofreciendo un servicio de calidad y mejorar cada día. Será un placer recibirlo nuevamente en el futuro para seguir descubriendo juntos la magia de Machu Picchu y Cusco.

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