Machu Picchu Official Ticket Circuit 2, Bus & Private Guide
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Is Machu Picchu Official Ticket Circuit 2, Bus & Private Guide worth booking?
Machu Picchu Official Ticket Circuit 2, Bus & Private Guide is a 3-hour experience in Cusco, Peru, from $139 per person. It scores 59 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 50 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 59 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (50)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $139 per person
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
What you get
- 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)
About this experience
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)
What's included
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)
Not included
- Tips (Optional)
- Lunch
- Guide Available in French (Additional Fee Applies)
- Guide available in Italian
- Guide available in Japanese
- Guide available in German
What you'll see and do
Aguas Calientes
Taking this private tour of Machu Picchu allows you to choose an entry time between 6:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., meet your guide, and depart by bus from Aguas Calientes. After a 20-minute ride to the top of Machu Picchu hill, you will enter the archaeological site and enjoy a 2.5-hour guided tour of the ancient Inca citadel.
30 minutes here
Machupicchu
Explore its terraced hills, get up close to the resident llamas, and admire the stunning mountains surrounding the valley. Along the way, your private guide will explain the history and significance of the most important sites. Having a private guide means you can ask plenty of questions and tailor your itinerary to your interests. Your guide will also be happy to take photos of you and your group throughout the experience.
180 minutes here · Admission included
Aguas Calientes
After a thorough exploration of South America's most famous archaeological site, you will return to Aguas Calientes by bus.
30 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Cusco
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 20 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Options you can book
Circuit 1 – Panoramic View
Circuit 1 or Classic Photo Spot: No Access to the Lower Part of Machu Picchu Duration: 3 hours Machu Picchu Entry Time: Select your preferred available entry time to Machu Picchu. Pickup included
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
Circuit 2 or Classic Route
Circuit 2 or Classic Route: Includes access to the classic photo spot and the lower part of Machu Picchu Machu Picchu Entry Time: Select your preferred entry time to Machu Picchu Pickup included
Circuit 3 – Lower Area
Private guide: Start the private guided tour from Aguas Calientes. Circuit 3: Access to the Lower Areas of Machu Picchu Only Bus ticket: includes round-trip bus ticket Machu Picchu Entry Time: Select your preferred entry time to Machu Picchu Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- de, pt, ja, en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- FLY CUSCO Perú Travel Agency
Know before you go
- 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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Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- 3+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $139 to $235
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 18
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 59
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Machu Picchu Official Ticket Circuit 2, Bus & Private Guide: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cusco.
How much does Machu Picchu Official Ticket Circuit 2, Bus & Private Guide cost?
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Prices start at $139 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 Machu Picchu Official Ticket Circuit 2, Bus & Private Guide take?
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Plan for about 3 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 Machu Picchu Official Ticket Circuit 2, Bus & Private Guide 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 (5/5 across 50 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Cusco, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Machu Picchu Official Ticket Circuit 2, Bus & Private Guide?
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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 Machu Picchu Official Ticket Circuit 2, Bus & Private Guide suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 3. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 3-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Machu Picchu Official Ticket Circuit 2, Bus & Private Guide?
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Around 18 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 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Machu Picchu Official Ticket Circuit 2, Bus & Private Guide 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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