Machu Picchu Wonder of the Modern World
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 4 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Machu Picchu Wonder of the Modern World worth booking?
Machu Picchu Wonder of the Modern World is a 7-hour experience in Cusco, Peru, from $492 per person. It scores 44 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 4 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 44 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (4)
- Duration
- 7 hours
- From
- $492 per person
Our services are of high quality, we have local professional guides, you will have a great experience
What you get
- Entry/Admission - Santuario Historico de Machu Picchu
- A Professional English Speaking Tour Guide
- Excursions and tours in private service
- Tours and Transfers
- Round trip Bus Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu - Aguas Calientes
- Local taxes
About this experience
Our services are of high quality, we have local professional guides, you will have a great experience
What's included
Included
- Entry/Admission - Santuario Historico de Machu Picchu
- A Professional English Speaking Tour Guide
- Excursions and tours in private service
- Tours and Transfers
- Round trip Bus Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu - Aguas Calientes
- Local taxes
- Round trip Expedition Train Ollantaytambo - Aguas Calientes - Ollantaytambo
- Professional driver
Not included
- Tips For guides, drivers Etc (voluntary)
What you'll see and do
Machu Picchu
Prepare yourself for an incredible adventure! In the morning, your guide will pick you up from your hotel to guide you to the train station in Ollantaytambo where you will board the train to Aguas Calientes. In this 1.5 hour trip, you can observe a beautiful landscape. Upon arriving at Aguas Calientes, your private guide will take you to one of the transports and will accompany you to the citadel of Machu Picchu, “the Lost City of the Incas”. During your visit to this sacred site of the Incas, you will learn about the history of the citadel and visit the Sun and Condor templates. You will also see the aqueducts and houses while learning about the history behind the sacred terraces of the Inca. After your guided visit, you will have enough time to explore this amazing place on your own. There are many options to walk along short trails, like that of the Puerta del Sol for an impressive view of Machu Picchu, or the trail that leads to the Inca bridge, a secret entrance for the Inca army. In the afternoon, you will return to Aguas Calientes, where you will have the rest of the afternoon to spend as you wish. Don’t miss the opportunity to bathe in the hot springs or have a good dinner in one of our recommended restaurants .To finish the day you will return back to take the train to Cusco. Once you have arrived in Cusco, you will be transferred to your hotel.
120 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 30 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Luxury Machupicchu
Know before you go
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 4 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
2 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Pace and timing
1 mentionSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Traveler reviews
4 verified traveler reviews for Machu Picchu Wonder of the Modern World. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Dream come true
Flew from UK with partner. Took 3 flights, bus, train and another bus. Make sure you buy tickets to the Citadel a few months before you go. I had trouble with from UK their website doesn’t work. You have to download a free VPN and pretend to be somewhere like the US and then it will let you buy the entrance tickets. We stopped one night at Agua Calientes and did the citadel early next morning. Which tickets? Well there are 3 circuits around the citadel and Circuit 1 goes highest and has by far the best and panoramic views of the Machu Picchu site/city/ruins. You don’t need a tour guide for this bit. We met a guide the day before who said we wouldn’t have access to the actual city/site. So we rushed over to the Ministry of Culture in Main Square at Agua Calientes and were lucky to get 2 tickets for 10am entry. Went in at 8am for circuit 1 and out by 10am. Was hot but manageable. Do have raincoat, sun hat, sunscreen and good shoes to hand. Plenty of steps to get heart racing but fine once up there. We went as far as the Inca bridge (closed). There are toilets outside which cost 2 soles each. At 10am we met our tour guide (there are many to choose from) and went back in as part of a group. He spoke English and $50 soles per person is the going rate. Then you get to see the city and go inside and without the tour guide it is a bit meaningless so do yourself a favour and get a tour guide. Buses: there are about 33 buses (numbered) run by Consetteur. Their ticket office is easy to find on the main road. Go in with passports, take a ticket and wait for your turn. Staff speak English. Buy a return ticket for $24 USD each on the day or the day before. Then join the long queue for a bus. Don’t panic , it looks very long but moves quickly. Max wait 30 mins. Plenty of sellers in queue with sarnies for $5 soles. Bus takes about 25 mins to get up to entrance. Then there is the 20 min queue to get to turnstile where they check passports and tickets. On way back there is the same massive line for a bus. Took 35 mins in queue. People there were soooo friendly and helpful. The atms charge a lot to withdraw. If you want to exchange money then go to tiny shop under Otto’s Spa. Excellent exchange rates. Ask any local. Prices in local shops vary so choose wisely. A bar of snickers can vary between £1-£3. Altitude: in Cusco it is 3500m and Machu Picchu 2400m and you may find breathing a bit harder than usual. Avoid big meals and alcohol and you will be fine. Stop one night to acclimatise.
via Tripadvisor
Sunrise at Machu Picchu
It was so worth getting up at 5 a.m. to catch the first bus. Amazing to see Machu Picchu at dawn, but it was even more special to do it with Veronica. She knew how to get ahead of the people, where to stand to get the best light, and how to lead the group with care and pleasure. She even told stories about her own life as a child growing up in the Andes. I will never forget.
via Tripadvisor
Highly recommend!!!
The trip was amazing! Our tour guide Jose was very helpful. They picked us up from our hotel and gave us clear instructions. The tour company Luxury Machupicchu was very communicative beforehand with questions I had. I would definitely recommend this excursion, and the tour guide was so knowledgeable and funny. Highly recommend him in the future!!
via Tripadvisor
Incredible Experience!!!
Great communication from the tour agency Luxury Machupicchu. Had the most incredible day, Machupicchu has been on my bucket list for many years. Is the most incredible experience to one of the seven wonders of the world. The 360 train experience was incredible with live entertainment, snacks and tea. Our tour guy Jose is super friendly and took a lot of amazing photos.Highly recommend!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 7 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- 3+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 44
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Machu Picchu Wonder of the Modern World: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cusco.
How much does Machu Picchu Wonder of the Modern World cost?
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Prices start at $492 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 Wonder of the Modern World take?
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Plan for about 7 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 Wonder of the Modern World worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 44 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 4 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 Wonder of the Modern World?
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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 Wonder of the Modern World 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 7-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Machu Picchu Wonder of the Modern World?
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Around 1 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 7-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Machu Picchu Wonder of the Modern World 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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