Full Day Private Guided Tour in Machu Picchu in Cusco
Cusco, Peru

Full Day Private Guided Tour in Machu Picchu

Outty Ranking 59 4.9 · 134 traveler reviews12 hoursFrom $419

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Is Full Day Private Guided Tour in Machu Picchu worth booking?

Full Day Private Guided Tour in Machu Picchu is a 12-hour experience in Cusco, Peru, from $419 per person. It scores 59 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 134 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
59 / 100
Rating
4.9/5 (134)
Duration
12 hours
From
$419 per person

Machu Picchu: A Magical Journey to the Lost City of the Incas Imagine walking among clouds, surrounded by emerald green mountains, where silence is interrupted only by the whisper of the wind and the song of birds. Welc

What you get

  • Lunch at Julian restaurant in Machu Picchu village.
  • Bus ticket to Llacta Machu Picchu
  • Private guided in Machu Picchu
  • Train Ollantaytambo-Machu Picchu-Ollantaytambo (tourist class).
  • Pick up from and to your hotel in downtown Cusco.
  • Professional tour guide in Spanish, English or Portuguese (single language).

About this experience

Machu Picchu: A Magical Journey to the Lost City of the Incas Imagine walking among clouds, surrounded by emerald green mountains, where silence is interrupted only by the whisper of the wind and the song of birds. Welcome to Machu Picchu, the crown jewel of the Inca Empire, a place where history and nature intertwine in eternal dance. There is a Machu Picchu for everyone.

What's included

Included

  • Lunch at Julian restaurant in Machu Picchu village.
  • Bus ticket to Llacta Machu Picchu
  • Private guided in Machu Picchu
  • Train Ollantaytambo-Machu Picchu-Ollantaytambo (tourist class).
  • Pick up from and to your hotel in downtown Cusco.
  • Professional tour guide in Spanish, English or Portuguese (single language).
  • Regular entrance to Machu Picchu.

Not included

  • Panoramic train, one leg (additional cost of 40 USD).
  • Panoramic train both sections (additional cost of 70 USD).
  • Tickets to Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain.

What you'll see and do

  1. Machupicchu

    Our Machu Picchu tour starts early in the morning with transfer from your hotel to Ollantaytambo train station. There you will board a tourist train to the town of Aguas Calientes, enjoying the landscapes of the Sacred Valley and the high jungle. Upon arrival, our guide will be waiting to accompany you to the bus station and ascend together towards the main entrance of Machu Picchu. You will start a guided tour of approximately two hours of the most important sectors of the sanctuary, including viewpoints, temples, squares and agricultural terraces. At the end of the tour, you will return by bus to Aguas Calientes to enjoy a lunch included. In the afternoon, you will board the train back to Ollantaytambo, where our transport will wait to take you back to Cusco and drop you off at your hotel. Train schedules may vary; we always select those that optimize your experience.

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Where it starts and ends

Meeting point

Cusco

Hotel pickup

Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 5 minutes before departure.

Ends at

Returns to the starting point

Before you book

Cancellation
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Languages
pt, en, es
Ticket
Mobile Only
Runs on
Every day
Group size
Up to 15 travelers per booking
Operated by
ANDEAN PERU EXPLOOR

Know before you go

  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Good to know

Duration
12 hours
Free cancellation
Non-refundable
Minimum age to book
All ages
Availability
Bookable today
Runs on
Every day
Price range
$419 to $500
Hotel pickup
Available for selected locations
Booked in 30 days
47
Verdict
Worth a Look

Why this scores 59

The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)92
Review evidence (18% weight)60
Booking momentum (14% weight)54
Value for money (12% weight)0
Listing quality (10% weight)84
Local standing (8% weight)57
Booking flexibility (8% weight)0

Full Day Private Guided Tour in Machu Picchu: questions travelers ask

Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cusco.

How much does Full Day Private Guided Tour in Machu Picchu cost?

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Prices start at $419 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Cusco usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

How long does Full Day Private Guided Tour in Machu Picchu take?

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Plan for about 12 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Cusco is not rushed.

Is Full Day Private Guided Tour in Machu Picchu worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 59 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 134 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable food & drink in Cusco, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

Can I cancel or reschedule Full Day Private Guided Tour in Machu Picchu?

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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.

Is Full Day Private Guided Tour in Machu Picchu suitable for kids and families?

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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 12-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

How far in advance should I book Full Day Private Guided Tour in Machu Picchu?

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Around 47 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Cusco can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

What should I bring or wear?

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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Cusco and add a light layer if any part of the 12-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

Where does Full Day Private Guided Tour in Machu Picchu start and how do I get there?

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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Cusco within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

What are the best things to do in Cusco?

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On Outty we rank every Cusco experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Sacred Valley Full Day Tour, Peruvian Cooking Class Cocktails and Market Tour in Cusco, Cusco: Rainbow Mountain & Red Valley Premium Day Trip with Meals. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

When is the best time to visit Cusco?

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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

How many days do you need in Cusco?

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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

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