Machu Picchu Ticket, Bus & Private Guide - Language Options
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Overview
Discover Machu Picchu, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World and the most iconic Inca citadel, on a private tour from Aguas Calientes. Enjoy an exclusive experience with personalized attention as a professional guide reveals the history, architecture, and cultural significance of ancient temples, agricultural terraces, and ceremonial sites. Capture unforgettable photos from the best viewpoints and get up close to the llamas that inhabit the sanctuary. The private format allows you to move at your own pace and tailor the visit to your personal interests. • Private guide assigned based on the language selected at the time of booking • Languages available: English, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, French, German, Mandarin Chinese, and Japanese • Personalized experience with greater flexibility and more time for photos • Official Machu Picchu entrance ticket – Circuits 1, 2, or 3 • Last-minute tickets available (subject to availability)

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GET TICKETSTicket Options (5) Options Available
Option(s)
Circuit 1 – Panoramic View
Circuit 1 or Classic Photo Spot: No Access to the Lower Part of Machu PicchuDuration: 3 hoursMachu Picchu Entry Time: Select your preferred available entry time to Machu Picchu.Pickup included
Circuit 3 – Lower Area
Circuit 3: Access to the Lower Areas of Machu Picchu OnlyMachu Picchu Entry Time: Select your preferred entry time to Machu PicchuPickup included
Circuit 2 or Classic Route
Circuit 2 or Classic Route: Includes access to the classic photo spot and the lower part of Machu PicchuMachu Picchu Entry Time: Select your preferred entry time to Machu PicchuPickup included
Starting from
$139
Option(s)
Last-Minute Ticket
Last-Minute Ticket: Last-Minute Ticket – This ticket is priced higher than the standard options.Circuit 1 + Machu Picchu Mountain: This ticket gives you access to the classic photo spot (high platform) and includes entry to Machu Picchu Mountain.Private Guide: Includes a private guided tour of the Machu Picchu Citadel via the high platform (does not include a guide for Machu Picchu Mountain).Pickup included
Starting from
$145
Option(s)
Circuit 2 – Last-Minute Entry
Pickup time: For this option, pickup will be scheduled 1 hour before the selected entry time. Pickup is available at the train station or at your hotel in Aguas Calientes.Duration: 3 hours: Guided tour through Circuit 1 and Circuit 3, including the upper platform and the lower section (urban area).Circuit 2: Circuit 1: Upper Platform – Classic Photo Circuit 3: Lower Section (Urban Area)Important Information: You will have 2 guaranteed Machu Picchu tickets. With these tickets, you will visit the same route as Circuit 2.Pickup included
Starting from
$240
Ticket Information
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
What's Included
- 24/7 Customer Support After Booking the Tour
- Train station pick-up available if arriving the same day
- Private Guide (Select your language when booking)
- Round-Trip Bus Ticket (Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Aguas Calientes)
- Pre-tour briefing one day in advance if you arrive in Aguas Calientes early
- Machu Picchu Entrance Ticket (Select your entry time and Circuit 1, 2, or 3 when booking)
What's not Included
- Tips (Optional)
- Lunch
- Guide Available in French (Additional Fee Applies)
- Guide Available in Italian (Additional Fee Applies)
- Guide Available in Mandarin Chinese (Additional Fee Applies)
- Guide Available in German (Additional Fee Applies)
- Guided Service in Japanese (Additional Fee Applies)
- Guide for Guests with Mobility Impairments (Additional Fee Applies)
Cancellation Policy
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Additional Info
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- English, Spanish, and Portuguese are available at no additional cost. Italian, French, German, Mandarin Chinese, and Japanese require an additional fee, which will be requested after the tour has been booked.
- Select your entrance time to the citadel. Please be mindful of train arrival times.
- The service begins in Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu Town).
- Machu Picchu entrance tickets are only valid for the date printed on the ticket. We will assist visitors who miss their scheduled entry, as long as it is on the same date indicated on their ticket.
- Our team will contact you one day before the tour to coordinate a pre-tour briefing.
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