Travel to Aguas Calientes costs extra; solo bookings may share a guide. 5 from 138 reviews at €181 per person for 14h.
In our comparison: #4 of 77 in Machu Picchu Day Trips, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).
3 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices per adult for a party of two. Click an option to book it on Viator. Guide languages on every option: English, Spanish.
| Option | What the operator says | From, per adult |
|---|---|---|
| Machu Picchu Day Tour Cusco PeruThe page price | €181 for 2+ people | |
| Train Option | Train Option: We can prebook a train ticket for you from Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchu for additional cost. | €391 for 2+ people |
| Car + Train | Private Car: Private Car from Cusco to Ollantaytambo. Then Train from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes. Return trip included. | €455 for 2+ people |
Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 8 November 2026.
100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 138 of 138
Star breakdown of all 138 ratings
Reviewers praise knowledgeable guides, photos and patient pacing; a few describe poor service from the agency.
Written by Guidekin from the 50 most recent English reviews on Tripadvisor & Viator (21 April 2026 to 27 September 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 8 November 2026.
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Ratings collected from Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
With decades of experience, they are deeply knowledgeable about the history, ecology, and culture of the region. Whether you have an interest in the wildlife, native plants, archaeology, or local customs, they can answer your questions and tell you all about the beautiful landscape and the history of this inspiring site, which is a world-renowned part of humanity’s cultural heritage. If you have any special accommodations or interests, please let us know and we will make sure that you have a wonderful experience. We are here to ensure that you have an incredible trip and make memories that will last a lifetime.
14h · Admission includedREAD DISCLAIMER BELOW REGARDING SHORT NOTICE (less than 2 months) and HIGH SEASON BOOKINGS BELOW
For bookings of 1 person, you may be in a group of a maximum of 4 people. All bookings of 2 or more will have their own private guide.
DISCLAIMER: Online tickets typically sell out months in advance but the Cultural Office in Aguas Calientes reserves 1000 tickets per day for in-person purchase. If online tickets are sold out, you will need to arrive very early in the morning the day BEFORE your tour to present your passport to reserve your ticket IN-PERSON. It is possible the ministry of culture will require arriving 2 days in advanced depending on how busy it is. Our team is in Aguas Calientes monitoring the situation and we will advise you on when you should arrive. We will keep you informed on your booking in case you need to change any hotel or train tickets. Your guide will meet you in Aguas Calientes and help you with this process.
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All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This tour · #4 of 77 | €181 | 14h | 5.0 (138) | private |
| Machu Picchu Full Day - Private Tour | €465 | 12h | 4.97 (582) | private |
| Machupicchu full day private tour | €342 | 14h | 4.98 (349) | private |
| Machupicchu 1 day tour | €363 | 17h | 4.99 (171) | shared |
Ranked #4 of 77 in Machu Picchu Day Trips by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €150 to €2050, median €368; typical length 14h. 32 of 77 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 77 Machu Picchu Day Trips