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Machu Picchu Tickets and Tours: The 15 Best Ways In

121 tours  ·  from $30

Entry is capped and sold by timed circuit, so the decision is made weeks before you arrive. These 15 cover the day trip from Cusco, the train classes, the two-day versions and the guided circuits, with prices and how early each starts.

From Cusco: Full-Day Group Tour of Machu Picchu - The early bus from Cusco to Ollantaytambo
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From Cusco: Full-Day Group Tour of Machu Picchu

1.From Cusco: Full-Day Group Tour of Machu Picchu

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,767 reviews · 12 hours · from $321Our pick

Travel from Cusco to Machu Picchu by tourist bus and panoramic train, then join a guided citadel visit with a certified local guide. Guides such as Uriel, Hector, Ruth, and Christian have been praised for patient explanations and helpful photos. The $321 price covers transport, entrance, and the guide, but not meals.

“We had an incredible experience seeing Machu Picchu. At first we were a little disappointed as the time slot we had booked was full so we were put on a later schedule, however this turned out to be a blessing in disguise as the weather turned out better in the afternoon and we ended up with a private tour as it was less crowded. Our tour guide, Darcy, was exceptional! He had incredible knowledge of the history and his English was perfect. We're not normally fans of tours but he kept it very interesting and took us to some viewpoints that other groups didn't have access to to get a…”

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Machu Picchu Day Trip from Cusco - The early pickup from your Cusco hotel
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Machu Picchu Day Trip from Cusco

2.Machu Picchu Day Trip from Cusco

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,644 reviews · 14 hours (approx.) · from $336

Travel from Cusco to Machu Picchu by selected train, with hotel pickup, entrance fees, shuttle buses, and a local English or Spanish-speaking guide included. Choose Expedition, Vistadome, Executive Class 360, or Voyager service. Expect a very long day, a guided citadel visit of about 2.5 hours, and careful handoffs between each stage.

“I had an amazing experience absolutely enjoying it the weather was nice the guide was very knowledgeable and he help take plenty of pictures”

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Machu Picchu: Full-Day Tour from Cusco with Optional Lunch - The early van ride to Ollantaytambo
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Machu Picchu: Full-Day Tour from Cusco with Optional Lunch

3.Machu Picchu: Full-Day Tour from Cusco with Optional Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 927 reviews · 15 hours - 2 days · from $283

You’ll leave Cusco before sunrise, ride from Ollantaytambo through the Andes to Aguas Calientes, then visit Machu Picchu with a local guide. William, Williams, Santos, and Milton have all been praised for clear explanations and thoughtful help. Choose the lunch option for a three-course meal at Cafe Inkaterra.

“We had a FANTASTIC day! Our guide, William, did make sure that our experience of Machu Picchu was fabulous. He was very knowledgeable, professional and it really felt he liked his job. We will forever be thankful to William for this lifetime experience. The entire day was very well organized. It is a long ride from Cusco to the train station and then almost two hours to the village connecting the railway to Machu Picchu. But the train ride is very beautiful and when in the village you’ll have a very good three course lunch before the guiding of the Machu Picchu. We are very satisfied with this activity.”

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Cusco: 4-Day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu with Accommodation - Day 1: From Abra Málaga to a forest homestay
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Cusco: 4-Day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu with Accommodation

4.Cusco: 4-Day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu with Accommodation

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 432 reviews · 4 days · from $470

Travel from Cusco to Machu Picchu by bike, foot, van, and train on a small-group Inca Jungle route. You will cycle 50 kilometers downhill from Abra Málaga, roast coffee in Pispitayoc, hike through plantations, soak at Cocalmayo, and finish with a guided visit to Machu Picchu. English and Spanish guides include Francis, Gerson, Luis, Amaru, and others.

“The trek, food, group and views were so amazing! And to top it all off, Machu Picchu was unforgettable. Special thanks to the amazing guide we had, Franchesco! He made this trek an incredible experience.”

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From Cusco: 2-Day Trip to the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu - Pisac reveals the working side of the Inca world
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From Cusco: 2-Day Trip to the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu

5.From Cusco: 2-Day Trip to the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 265 reviews · 2 days · from $370

Travel from Cusco through the Sacred Valley to Pisac and Ollantaytambo, then ride the train to Aguas Calientes for an early Machu Picchu visit. English and Spanish guides, hotel pickup, buses, trains, entrance tickets, and accommodation are arranged for you. Guides such as William, Wally, and Uriel have earned special praise for clear explanations and warm help.

“Great! Our guide was wonderful and the accommodation was nice! Many great things to see.”

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Cusco: Machu Picchu 2-Day Inca Trail with Panoramic Train - The 4 a.m. start from Cusco
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Cusco: Machu Picchu 2-Day Inca Trail with Panoramic Train

6.Cusco: Machu Picchu 2-Day Inca Trail with Panoramic Train

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 260 reviews · 2 days · from $582

This two-day trip pairs the challenging Km 104 Inca Trail with a guided Machu Picchu visit, one night in Aguas Calientes, chef-prepared trail meals, and a Vistadome train ride home. Small groups of up to 16 travel with English or Spanish guides. Guides such as Gilbert, Jason, Alejandro, and Edy have been praised for patient pacing and strong knowledge of Inca culture.

“The guides were very friendly and welcoming. They were patient and fun. We felt safe & well guided. The food that was provided was excellent as was the hotel we stayed in. I felt like there guides were very well informed about the available information about the area we were in.”

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From Cusco: 2-Day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu - The long road from Cusco to Hydroelectrica
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From Cusco: 2-Day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu

7.From Cusco: 2-Day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 244 reviews · 2 days · from $290

You’ll travel from Cusco to Hydroelectrica, walk 2.5 hours to Aguas Calientes, sleep one night, then enter Machu Picchu early. A guide leads the Circuit 2 visit, with other circuits available through the private-guide or all-inclusive options. The $290 base price includes transport, lodging, meals, and admission, but not the Machu Picchu bus.

“Loved the mix of jungle trail and ancient stones. After the hike, climbing into Machu Picchu felt earned. The view from the top at sunrise was breathtaking, and having the guide’s stories about Inca life enriched the whole experience.”

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Machu Picchu: Inca Trail 2-Day Overnight Guided Tour - KM 104 to Wiñay Wayna
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Machu Picchu: Inca Trail 2-Day Overnight Guided Tour

8.Machu Picchu: Inca Trail 2-Day Overnight Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 203 reviews · 2 days · from $585

Follow the short Inca Trail from KM 104 to Wiñay Wayna and the Sun Gate, then spend the night in Aguas Calientes. Your English-speaking guide leads a group of up to 16, with cooked lunch, hotel accommodation, a guided Machu Picchu visit, and optional Huayna Picchu tickets.

“Our guide Marcella was great! She even gave me her walking sticks when my knees started to hurt (forgot mine in the room, they’re an invaluable item for this trek!). The trail and views are spectacular, the hotel is really nice and the food too! I d recommend to do a few months of training before this trail, as the main difficulty is the high temperature, high altitude and high humidity. Would most definitely recommend it!”

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The First Class Machu Picchu Train by Inca Rail - Three-course meals, wine, and Peruvian drinks
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The First Class Machu Picchu Train by Inca Rail

9.The First Class Machu Picchu Train by Inca Rail

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 182 reviews · 2 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $855

Travel from Cusco toward Machu Picchu in Inca Rail’s First Class carriage, with an observatory car, three-course meals, drinks, live music, a certified citadel guide, and private bus service to the ruins. The package costs $855 per person and includes the entrance ticket, subject to availability.

“I am writing to tell you that this is the worst operation I have ever seen.”

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From Cusco: 1-day Machu Picchu Tour by Train - The train from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes
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From Cusco: 1-day Machu Picchu Tour by Train

10.From Cusco: 1-day Machu Picchu Tour by Train

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 138 reviews · 12 hours · from $360

Travel from Cusco to Machu Picchu by tourist train with hotel pickup, round-trip rail travel, bus transfers, entrance tickets, and a two-hour guided visit. Guides such as Richard, Miguel, Eric, and Juan Carlos have led engaging site tours. Expect an early start, a long day, and possible waiting time in Aguas Calientes.

“Incredible - worth the money. Got an in person briefing two days before the trip. Was sent an itinerary on WhatsApp, had personal drivers pick us up and escort us every step of the trip. Gave us all our documents in person and WhatsApp (bus tickets, Machu Picchu ticket, etc). Vistadome train was amazing. Would 10/10 recommend!”

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Private Tour to Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu from Cusco - Chinchero starts the Sacred Valley day
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Private Tour to Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu from Cusco

11.Private Tour to Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu from Cusco

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 133 reviews · 2 days (approx.) · from $600Top rated

Travel privately from Cusco through Chinchero, Maras, Moray, and Ollantaytambo before taking the train to Machu Picchu. The package includes transport, tickets, breakfast, Day 1 lunch, and guides, with Machu Picchu guiding from names such as Elvis, Willy, or Camille depending on the assigned team.

“Excellent treatment on the trips, very friendly, attentive and helpful, I would definitely recommend it for those travelers looking for who takes care of everything, greetings to Camille- Machupicchu sacred”

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Machupicchu 1 day tour - Reaching the citadel from Aguas Calientes
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Machupicchu 1 day tour

12.Machupicchu 1 day tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 128 reviews · 17 hours (approx.) · from $353

Travel from Cusco to Machu Picchu in one long day by shared bus and train. You will get about two and a half hours inside the citadel with a shared guide, round-trip buses from Aguas Calientes, entrance admission, hotel transfers, and a choice of Route 1, 2, or 3 depending on your booking date.

“My family and I booked this trip with much anticipation and we had the best time. The agency communicated with me from day 1 and had a full itinerary planned out for my trip. Every detail was thoughtfully mapped out and it turned out to be better than I ever expected. I highly recommend this tour. It’s an unforgettable experience to experience Machu Pichu and Im glad I had all this help planning it.”

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Machu Picchu Full Day from Cusco - Finding your guide in Aguas Calientes
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Machu Picchu Full Day from Cusco

13.Machu Picchu Full Day from Cusco

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 124 reviews · 8 to 14 hours (approx.) · from $319

You leave Cusco around 4 a.m., ride a scenic train from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes, then take a bus to Machu Picchu for a guided visit of about two and a half hours. Guides named Edwin and Richard have been praised for clear explanations, but the handoffs between transport, guides, and return connections can be confusing.

“I had difficulty finding the right meeting point. Very poor communication prior to the actual tour. Attempted calls and WhatsApp messages. I finally got my meeting point at 11 o’clock at night. And had to be there at 3:50 in the morning”

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Full Day Private Guided Tour in Machu Picchu - The tourist train to Aguas Calientes
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Full Day Private Guided Tour in Machu Picchu

14.Full Day Private Guided Tour in Machu Picchu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 115 reviews · 12 to 18 hours (approx.) · from $339

Travel from Cusco to Machu Picchu by tourist train, with hotel transfers, bus tickets, a private guide, a two-hour visit, and lunch at Julian Restaurant. Guides such as John, Eduardo, Sam, Rubi, and Rebecca are available in English, Spanish, or Portuguese. Expect a very long but carefully arranged day.

“It was a rainy visit to Machu Pichu but it was still an amazing site to see. Our tour guide was extremely knowledgeable and interesting. I highly recommend this tour.”

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Short Inca trail to MachuPicchu || 2days - 1nigth || - Day 1: From Cusco to km 104
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Short Inca trail to MachuPicchu || 2days – 1nigth ||

15.Short Inca trail to MachuPicchu || 2days – 1nigth ||

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 103 reviews · from $670

Walk from km 104 along the Short Inca Trail to Wiñay Wayna and the Sun Gate, then visit Machu Picchu with a private guide the next morning. The $670 tour includes transport, trail and citadel entries, trains, buses, lunch, and hotel pickup, but not your Aguas Calientes hotel or dinner.

“Great tour for Machu Picchu. Excellent tour guide Baleria. He was knowledgeable, friendly, and very helpful. Highly recommended”

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