About this experience
Spend an unforgettable visit to Machu Picchu with your own private local guide. Meet in Aguas Calientes (hotel or train station) or at the main gate, then enjoy a relaxed 2–3 hour walking tour through temples, plazas, terraces, and stunning viewpoints. As you explore, your guide shares clear, engaging stories about Inca history, daily life, and the mysteries that made the “Lost City of the Incas” one of the New 7 Wonders of the World.
This is a private guide service only. Machu Picchu entrance tickets, shuttle bus tickets, train tickets, meals, and transportation are not included. If you already have your tickets and want to understand the history, temples, terraces, viewpoints, and sacred spaces of Machu Picchu, this service is the perfect fit.
Highlights
• Private native Andean guide just for you
• Explore Machu Picchu at your own speed and style
• See main temples, plazas, and terraces in 2–3 hours
• Plenty of time for photos, questions, and quiet views
At a glance
- Duration: 2 hr–3 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 2 hr–3 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- A valid passport (name, number, expiry date, and country) is required at booking for all participants.
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What is included
- Private guide service: Explore Machu Picchu with your own professional local guide.
- Circuit-based: Your guide adapts the tour to the circuit printed on your Machu Picchu ticket.
- Duration: Around 2 to 3 hours, depending on your ticket, circuit, pace, and interests.
Not included
- Machu Picchu entrance ticket.
- Round-trip shuttle bus tickets between Aguas Calientes and Machu Picchu.
- Train tickets / Transportation from Cusco or the Sacred Valley.
- Gratuities / Tips
Itinerary and highlights
Explore Machu Picchu with your own private tour guide and make every minute count. This service is perfect if you already have your train, bus, and entrance tickets and just want a friendly expert to bring the site to life.
Meet your guide in Aguas Calientes (hotel or train station) or directly at the main gate of Machu Picchu. From town, you’ll take the 30-minute bus up to the citadel (bus and entry tickets are not included).
Your guided visit lasts about 2–3 hours. You’ll walk through temples, royal sectors, terraces, and the best viewpoints while your guide shares clear, simple stories about Inca history and daily life. We recommend booking Circuit 2 for the most complete route; if it’s sold out, Circuit 3 is next best, followed by Circuit 1.
Because this is a private tour, you set the pace. Want more time for photos, questions, or a quiet moment to take it all in? Just ask. Your guide will tailor the visit to you and make your time at Machu Picchu easy and unforgettable.
Meeting and pickup information
- We can pick you up from your hotel, train station, or meet you at the main gate in Machu Picchu.
- We also pick up from AirBnB's and any other locations in Aguas Calientes town
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- TreXperience
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- A valid passport (name, number, expiry date, and country) is required at booking for all participants.
- This service provides a professional guide for your Machu Picchu visit
- For entry, please book your Machu Picchu ticket in advance. If tickets are sold out on the official website, access can’t be arranged through this service.
- Please provide each participant’s Machu Picchu entry time, train arrival details, and Aguas Calientes hotel location for pickup at booking.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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