Private Machu Picchu Guided Tour from Aguas Calientes

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Maximize your time at Machu Picchu with this private guided tour starting directly from Aguas Calientes. Skip the hassle of group tours and enjoy a personalized experience tailored to your interests. Your expert guide will meet you in Aguas Calientes and lead you to the ancient Inca citadel, where you’ll explore its most iconic sites — from the Temple of the Sun to Intihuatana and the Terraces of the Incas.

Learn the fascinating history and hidden stories behind this UNESCO World Heritage Site, with plenty of time for photos and questions along the way. Whether you’re a history lover, culture enthusiast, or simply checking off a bucket-list destination, this private tour ensures an unforgettable Machu Picchu experience.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Machu Picchu

This private Machu Picchu trip offers a customized experience and a choice of departure times between 5:30 am and 3:30 pm. Following a picturesque thirty-minute bus ride from Aguas Calientes, savor a 2.5-hour guided tour of the Inca fortress. While basking in expansive mountain views, discover famous sites including the Sacred Plaza, Royal Tomb, and Main Temple. Get amazing pictures at important locations like the Gate of the Sun and the Temple of the Sun. Perfect for adventure seekers and history buffs, this trip guarantees a remarkable experience.

3 hours • Admission Included

Machu Picchu

Enjoy a personalized adventure with your own private guide, who will answer your questions, customize the itinerary to your interests, and take memorable photos of you and your group. After exploring South America's most iconic archaeological site, relax on your bus ride back to Aguas Calientes, reflecting on an unforgettable day.

30 minutes • Admission Included

What‘s Included

Private guide

Round-trip bus ticket: Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Aguas Calientes

Entrance ticket: Guaranteed access to Machu Picchu at your selected time

Train tickets are not included in the tour price.

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Reviews

4.50

14 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Our Guide Made Our Experience Amazing
Daniel S,,Jan 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Great tour. Cesar, our guide, led us through the citadel and shared his incredible knowledge of the site with us. He was also very thoughtful of the best spots to take pictures and take in the best views.
Amazing Trip to Machupicchu
Nicholas H,,Nov 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had a fantastic tour of Machu Picchu with Jorge explaining all the history along the way and answering all of our questions. He took his time to make sure it didn’t feel rushed and really made the trip amazing. He even went above and beyond and showed us food places to eat and shop, and help line up transportation for the next day! All around amazing tour.
The experience was great...
Geovanny R,,Nov 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
2.00
The experience was great besides the fact that the tour guide tried to charge extra because of circuit choices. My pick up was supposed to be at 8am as booked on the website and it was very difficult to coordinate the pick up time with the tour guide. The hotel pick up was not included and the explanations about the site was standar. I would recommend the tour to anyone but to be very careful with how the tour guides manage to make the experience memorable. In the ticket theres no option of circuits and also if theres a change in plans it should be justified in the bill not by third parties asking for more than what was included in the tour...
Best day ever!
Isabella P,,Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Darcy was an amazing tour guide. Everything went smoothly, even though we booked last minute. Darcy was kind, helpful, knowledgeable, and on time. He also took wonderful photos for us. Highly recommend!
Educational and memorable tour
clcltoronto,,Oct 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Fantastic. If you can't get the circuit tickets that you want, book a tour here as early as possible and be prepared. They know the place very well and have lots of great info to share. Highly recommend! If you can get entry into the site, you will have a great time.
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229stjepans,,Oct 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We really enjoyed guide tour, story and view. Guide presented many interesting informations and helped on every step.
Ask details before you book
F9986XClilig,,Oct 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
I visited Machu Picchu about a week ago , with this tour I booked around 2,3 months ago. Everything was ok, till at the entrance I found out I only got tickets for circuit 3, when I thought the tickets are for circuit 2 and 3. My mistake… I should’ve asked before I paid the trip . However, my guide , Julio Cesar,managed to get me into the circuit 2 also , so I was happy in the end.
Super recommended!
FrancescoLacalamita,,Oct 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Our guide Jorge was very friendly and went above and beyond to ensure our experience in Machu Picchu was unforgettable!
Great experience!
MircoScr,,Aug 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We were very satisfied with this experience and we highly recommend it! My wife and I have always had the support we needed and we are very happy
Cosmo Expeditions and Dennis - the best in Cusco!
Spain Rocks,,Aug 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had an absolutely fantastic experience with Cosmo Expeditions in Cusco. Dennis, went above and beyond to make sure every part of our trip was seamless. He was honest, reliable, and incredibly resourceful — he even helped us secure the very hard-to-get Machu Picchu tickets, something I didn’t think would be possible. What really stood out was Dennis’s willingness to help not just us, but even a group of visiting high school students who couldn’t find tickets because they were sold out. He somehow made it happen for them too, which speaks volumes about his dedication and connections. On top of that, Dennis had excellent recommendations for everything. He communicated primarily on what’s app - so all questions were answered quickly. His communication was clear, prompt, and made the whole process a turn-key experience. I never had to stress — everything was handled smoothly. If you’re planning a trip to Cusco or Machu Picchu, I can’t recommend Dennis and Cosmo Expeditions enough. They truly made our adventure unforgettable!