Machu Picchu Private Tour with Tickets: 3-Hour Guided Walk

Machu Picchu tour: walk the Temple of the Sun, Inca's House & terraces with expert 15-year guide

A private guided tour of Machu Picchu in the Sacred Valley with a professional guide fluent in English or Spanish, including entrance tickets and three hours exploring the main temples, residential zones, water channels and terraces. You choose your entry time from the available slots, and the guide meets you after your four-hour journey from Cusco to coordinate the day. Pickup from your Cusco hotel is included. Allow an hour each way for the bus ride to the site.

Step-by-step itinerary

Visit Machupicchu Inca City

• Travel from Cusco to Machupicchu
• Take bus to Machupicchu entrance
• Visit Temple of the Sun
• Explore Inca House
• See water channels
• Tour urban zone
• View agricultural terraces and granaries
• Enjoy mountain and valley views

The experience

Getting to Machu Picchu from Cusco takes roughly four hours by public bus, then another 30 minutes by shuttle to reach the entrance. Your guide meets you at the site and walks you through the ruins according to the ticket circuit you've purchased: Machu Picchu offers six different routes, and you'll pick yours in advance (the guide can help arrange tickets if you need it). The three-hour tour covers the Temple of the Sun, the Inca's House, the water channels, the urban sector, and the agricultural terraces with their storage structures called Qolqas, all set against views of the surrounding mountains and the Urubamba River valley.

The guide speaks English or Spanish and fields every question you have about what you're standing in front of. Entry times vary by season and availability, so you'll coordinate your preferred hour before booking. The tour is built around the specific circuit your ticket allows, which means you see the major ceremonial and residential zones without backtracking. A moderate level of physical fitness helps, since the site involves walking uphill paths and uneven terrain across the terraces.

What’s included

• Professional guide fluent in English or Spanish.
• entrance ticket to Machu Picchu.
• pickup from your Cusco hotel.
• support via email and WhatsApp throughout your visit.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

AgesAdult (18 to 59 years) · Senior (60 and older) · Youth (9 to 17 years) · Child (4 to 8 years) · Infant (under 4)

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends at a different place from where it starts.You can choose from 3 pickup points.Operator's directions: “Nos encontramos en la plaza de Machupicchu pueblo para posteriormente dirigirnos hacia la estación de bus.”

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 5 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical levelPublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by TRIPMAPI

Is this one for you?The three-hour walk assumes you're comfortable on steep, uneven ground: the terraces and temple platforms require steady footing and a moderate pace. Book this if you're arriving in Cusco with a full day to spend and want a guide who knows the site deeply rather than a rushed group experience.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (9 to 17 years); Child (4 to 8 years); Infant (under 4).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24h before the start.

How do I get from Cusco to Machu Picchu on the day of the tour?

You take public transportation by bus from Cusco, which takes approximately four hours, then board a shuttle for the final 30-minute climb to the entrance. The guide meets you at the site after you arrive. Pickup from your Cusco hotel is included to get you to the bus station.

What are the main sites I'll see inside Machu Picchu?

The tour covers the Temple of the Sun, the Inca's House, the water channels, the urban residential area, and the agricultural terraces with their storage granaries. You'll also see the surrounding mountains and the Urubamba River valley throughout the walk.

Can I choose what time I enter Machu Picchu?

Yes. Machu Picchu has different entry times available, and you coordinate your preferred hour with the guide before booking so the tour fits your schedule. The guide is available at whatever time slot you select.

What's included in the price?

The professional guide in English or Spanish, your entrance ticket to Machu Picchu, and pickup from your Cusco hotel are all included. You'll need to arrange your own lunch and any additional transportation beyond the bus to the site.

How fit do I need to be for this tour?

A moderate level of physical fitness is recommended. The site involves walking uphill on uneven terrain and climbing across the terraces. The tour is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, poor cardiovascular health, or if you're pregnant.