Machu Picchu Full Day Tour from Cusco
The fastest way to see Machu Picchu: a complete round trip from Cusco in a single day.
The fastest and most efficient way to experience Machu Picchu from Cusco: complete the entire journey — Cusco → Ollantaytambo → PeruRail train → Aguas Calientes → shuttle bus → Machu Picchu Circuit 2 → 2-hour private guided tour → return to Cusco — in a single 15-hour day. 05:20 AM pickup at your Cusco hotel. PeruRail Expedition 33 outbound + Expedition 32 inbound. Machu Picchu entry between 11:00 AM and 14:00 PM (subject to availability). Circuit 2 Classic Route including Intihuatana + Temple of the Sun + Sacred Plaza.
What this tour gives you: Machu Picchu. Period. 2-hour guided tour of the citadel. 15 hours of logistics to make those 2 hours happen. $308 group of 10 for the whole operation.
1. The 2-hour MP visit is the ENTIRE purpose of a 15-hour day 🎯. Approximately 13 hours of logistics support, 2 hours of destination experience. Honest math: 4 hours van (Cusco↔Ollantaytambo round-trip) + 3 hours train (round-trip) + 1 hour shuttle (round-trip) + 2 hours MP = 10 hours operational + 3 hours free time in Aguas Calientes + 2 hours transit buffer. If 13 hours of logistics for 2 hours of destination seems inefficient, book 2+ day tours instead.
2. No airport pickup — Cusco hotel ONLY ✈️❌. Operational constraint explained: this tour requires an exact 05:20 Cusco pickup to make the 08:29 Ollantaytambo train. Flight delays are unpredictable. If we picked you up from the airport with a delayed flight, you’d miss the train, which would cancel the entire tour (trains run on fixed schedules). Our solution: pickup from your Cusco hotel where you spent Thursday night. This means: fly into Cusco the day BEFORE this tour (at minimum), overnight at a Cusco hotel, 05:20 AM pickup from the hotel.
3. Pure MP visit — no cultural context 📚. The 2-hour guided tour covers Guardian’s House viewpoint + Temple of the Sun + Sacred Plaza + Intihuatana + Sacred Rock + residential sector. What’s NOT included: Sacred Valley context (why MP is positioned where it is), Inca Empire context (how Cusco relates to MP), astronomical context (how MP connects to Qoricancha/Pisac/Ollantaytambo), agricultural context (how MP terraces relate to Pisac/Moray terraces). If you want deeper context: book 2-Day SV+MP or longer.
4. 3 hours free time in Aguas Calientes requires decisions ⏰. 13:30-16:30 = 3 hours alone in Aguas Calientes before the 16:43 return train. Options: lunch (budget $15-30/person), MP Museum (20-min riverside walk, S/22 entry), hot springs (S/20), artisan market shopping, riverbank walk. Can’t re-enter MP without a second entrance ticket (+$75 extra, book 2-3 months ahead).
5. Return time ~20:40 PM depends on Cusco traffic 🚐. Standard arrival ~20:40. Realistic range: 20:00-21:00. Peak Cusco rush hour (18:00-19:30 Cusco) occasionally delays the final van portion. Plan evening dinner accordingly — most Cusco restaurants close by 22:00.
What this tour IS:
| ⏱️ Duration | 15 hours (05:20 AM → ~20:40 PM same day) |
| 🎯 Category | Pure MP Single-Day Direct 1-Day Package ⭐ |
| 🎯 Voice | ONE DAY ONE DESTINATION PURE MP LASER-FOCUS |
| 👥 Format | PRIVATE TOUR (1-10 travelers) |
| 📍 Starting | Cusco hotel pickup 05:20 AM (NO airport pickup — operational reason) |
| 🏁 Ending | Cusco hotel drop-off ~20:40 PM |
| 💪 Physical | EASY at MP Citadel + MODERATE overall day (15h demanding) |
| ⛰️ Starting Cusco | 3,350m / 10,991 ft |
| ⛰️ Ollantaytambo train | 2,792m |
| ⛰️ Aguas Calientes train | 2,040m (lowest) |
| ⛰️ Machu Picchu citadel | 2,400m / 7,874 ft (destination) |
| 🎓 Age | 4+ with guardian over 21+ (age 10+ RECOMMENDED for 15h day endurance) |
| 📅 Operating | Year-round DAILY (except Dec 25) with April-November OPTIMAL |
| 🚂 Train | PeruRail Expedition 33 (outbound) + 32 (inbound) |
| 🚌 Shuttle | Consettur round-trip Aguas Calientes ↔ MP |
| 🚐 Transport | PRIVATE vans Cusco↔Ollantaytambo (2h each leg) + first-aid kit |
| 🍽️ Meals | NONE included (your expense) |
| 🎓 Guide | English-speaking local Andean bilingual guide for 2 hours at MP |
| 🎫 Entrance fees | MP Circuit 2 + SERNANP fee S/11 (May 1 2026+) INCLUDED |
| 🏨 Hotels | ZERO nights (same-day return) |
| ✈️ Transfers | Cusco hotel pickup + drop-off (NOT airport — operational) |
| 💰 From | $308 USD per person, group of 10 (LOWEST MP catalog) |
| 💵 Solo pricing | $494 USD |
Get ready: our private day trip covers 1 day of real Peru. – Fastest Machu Picchu experience — complete in 1 day from Cusco – Early 05:20 AM start — maximum time efficiency – NO overnight coordination — no Aguas Calientes hotel needed. This is the Machu Picchu Full Day Tour from Cusco at its best.
This single-day excursion is designed for a specific type of traveler: someone who wants the iconic Machu Picchu experience but has only one day available in the Cusco region, has already seen the Sacred Valley on a previous trip or separately, or prefers efficiency over overnight comfort.
This IS the tour for:
The 15-hour timeline breakdown:
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 05:20 AM | Private hotel pickup in Cusco |
| 05:30-07:00 AM | Private van drive Cusco → Ollantaytambo (2 hours) |
| 07:00-08:00 AM | Buffer time + boarding preparation |
| 08:29 AM | PeruRail Expedition 33 departs Ollantaytambo |
| 09:54 AM | Arrival In Aguas Calientes |
| 10:00-10:45 AM | Walk to Consettur shuttle bus + 25-minute ride to citadel |
| 11:00 AM | Machu Picchu Circuit 2 entry (or 12:00/13:00/14:00 based on availability) |
| 11:00-13:00 PM | 2-hour private guided tour at Machu Picchu |
| 13:00-13:30 PM | Descend to Aguas Calientes via Consettur shuttle |
| 13:30-16:30 PM | Lunch in Aguas Calientes (client’s choice) + free time |
| 16:43 PM | PeruRail Expedition 32 returns to Ollantaytambo |
| 18:31 PM | Arrival Ollantaytambo |
| 18:40 PM | Private van transfer to Cusco (2 hours) |
| ~20:40 PM | Drop-off at your Cusco hotel |
This is genuinely a full day — 15 hours from pickup to drop-off, most of it spent in transport. The actual time at Machu Picchu is 2-3 hours (2-hour guided + brief photography time).
(1) Travelers with extreme time constraints (only 1 day for Machu Picchu).
The primary audience. You’ve spent 3-4 days in Cusco already, done Cusco City Tour + Sacred Valley on separate days, and Machu Picchu is your final piece before continuing to Puno, Arequipa, or Lima. This Full Day format fits perfectly — you complete Machu Picchu without adding an overnight day to your itinerary.
(2) Repeat Cusco visitors on a second Peru trip.
Travelers who visited Peru previously and already saw Sacred Valley + Cusco City on their first trip. This time they want just Machu Picchu. Booking the 2 Day tour would waste money on the Sacred Valley they’ve already seen. The Full Day tour is exactly right.
(3) Well-acclimatized adventure travelers.
The 05:20 AM pickup + 15-hour day requires good physical energy. This works best for travelers who:
(4) Business travelers with tight Peru itineraries.
Business travelers combining Lima meetings + Cusco/Machu Picchu leisure often have 2-3 days maximum in the Cusco region. The Full Day format fits their compressed schedule — one day for Machu Picchu, one day for other activities or travel, minimal wasted time.
(5) Travelers doing Sacred Valley separately on a different day.
If you already booked our Sacred Valley Full Day Tour for a different day, the Sacred Valley + Machu Picchu 2 Day Tour would duplicate the Sacred Valley content. Booking this Full Day tour + a separate Sacred Valley day = no duplication + more flexibility.
(6) Travelers combining multiple Peru destinations.
Travelers on Cusco + Puno + Arequipa + Lake Titicaca extended trips need efficient Cusco time. This Full Day format frees up an entire day in your itinerary for Lake Titicaca, Rainbow Mountain, or other Cusco region attractions.
| Feature | Full Day (this tour) ✓ | Sacred Valley + MP 2 Day | Multi-Day (3, 4, 5 days) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duration | 1 day / 15 hours ✓ | 2 days / 1 night | 3-5 days |
| Pickup time | 05:20 AM | 08:00 AM | Varies |
| Sacred Valley | ❌ Not included | ✅ Pisac + Ollantaytambo | ✅ (with more) |
| Overnight In Aguas Calientes | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Hotels included | ❌ (no hotels needed) | ❌ (client books) | ✅ (all included) |
| Machu Picchu Circuit | Circuit 2 Classic | Circuit 2 Classic | Circuit 2 Classic |
| Guided tour | 2 hours | 2 hours | 2 hours |
| Physical demand | Long day (15 hrs) | Comfortable pace | Comfortable pace |
| Best for | Time-constrained + budget ✓ | Unhurried + Sacred Valley | Premium comfort |
| From | $308 USD ✓ | $372 USD | $$$ multi-day |
Choose this Full Day tour if: only 1 day available + already saw Sacred Valley + budget priority.
Choose 2 Day tour if: want Sacred Valley included + an unhurried pace + morning light photography.
Choose multi-day tours if: want hotels included + Cusco City + comprehensive package.
The 15-Hour Pure MP Single-Day Direct Day
Every minute of the 15-hour day serves one 2-hour destination. Zero additional attractions, zero cultural extensions, zero overnight comfort — just MP delivered at the lowest price with maximum efficiency.
Why we start at 05:20 AM:
Important: this is a 15-hour day. Prepare for early wake-up and long total travel time. NOT recommended for travelers who struggle with early starts or long day trips.
Your private driver + guide meet you at your Cusco hotel lobby precisely at 05:20 AM. No flexibility on this time — the 08:29 train departure from Ollantaytambo requires an exact 2-hour drive window.
Pre-tour prep tonight before (Day minus-1):
Vehicle: private van (not shared bus) + first-aid kit + bottled water available during drive.
2-hour drive through pre-dawn Andean landscapes. Route: Cusco → Poroy → down into Sacred Valley → Chinchero highlands → Urubamba → Ollantaytambo.
Window landscape (dark first 30 min, dawn breaks ~06:00, full daylight by 06:30):
Many travelers nap during this drive — understandable given the 05:00 AM alarm. Alternative: enjoy the landscape photography opportunities + mental preparation for MP visit.
No breakfast stop on this tour (unlike multi-day tours that build in Urubamba breakfast). Pack snacks from Cusco if you need morning fuel beyond hotel breakfast.
Arrival at Ollantaytambo station approximately 07:30 AM. 59 minutes buffer time before the 08:29 train departure.
Station activities:
Important: NO Sacred Valley sightseeing on this tour. No Pisac. No Ollantaytambo fortress visit. You’re at Ollantaytambo ONLY for the train — not for the Inca sites. If you want Sacred Valley visits, book 2-Day SV+MP.
Board PeruRail Expedition 33 at 08:29 AM.
85-minute train journey:
Arrival in Aguas Calientes at 09:54 AM. Lowest altitude of tour (2,040m).
Immediate transition: walk 5 minutes from the train station to the Consettur shuttle bus station.
Consettur shuttle bus Aguas Calientes → MP Citadel (25 min + queue time).
Switchback road: 8 kilometers, 12 switchbacks, climbing from 2,040m to 2,400m.
MP Circuit 2 entry at 11:00 AM. Documentation check: passport MANDATORY, ticket scan, backpack size verification.
Why 11:00 entry instead of earlier: this is due to the Expedition 33 train schedule. Earlier MP entries require an overnight in Aguas Calientes (not possible for a same-day return tour).
Trade-off: 11:00 AM entry means slightly more crowded than 07:00-08:00 entries + later-morning light conditions (slightly less dramatic than sunrise angles) — honest disclosure.
Your 2 hours of MP — the entire purpose of the 15-hour day.
Circuit 2 Classic Route stops:
🌄 Guardian’s House Viewpoint (20 min)
THE iconic Machu Picchu photo location. Your guide positions you for optimal angles + takes group photos + explains the citadel layout from above.
Pure MP framing: this is the moment you traveled 15 hours for. Take it in. Multiple photographs from different angles. No rush despite time constraint — you have 20 min specifically allocated here.
🌾 Agricultural Terraces Descent (25 min)
Walking down through the agricultural sector. Pure MP framing (different from other tours that reference Pisac terraces or Moray): “These terraces fed the citadel’s 500-1,000 residents. Each terrace creates its own microclimate.” You understand them as the MP’s agricultural system — not as part of the empire-wide context (which other tours’ SV visits provide).
🏛️ Temple of the Sun (Torreón) (20 min)
Semi-circular stone temple with astronomical alignment. Winter solstice window aligned to June 21 sunrise. Royal Tomb below.
Pure MP framing: this is MP’s primary ceremonial structure. No references to Qoricancha (which 5-6 day tours use for comparison) — just MP’s Temple of the Sun as its own complete attraction.
🏛️ Sacred Plaza + Temple of Three Windows (15 min)
Ceremonial heart of citadel — three temples around open plaza + three trapezoidal windows aligned to solstice sunrise.
🏛️ Intihuatana (“Hitching Post of the Sun”) (15 min)
Sacred astronomical instrument carved from granite. Spanish conquistadors destroyed Intihuatana across the empire — MPs survived because the Spanish never found them.
🪨 Sacred Rock (10 min)
Natural stone carved to mirror the mountain behind (Yanantin Mountain). Inca “apu” (mountain spirit) made physically present at ceremonial site.
🏠 Residential Sector (15 min)
Craftsmen’s quarters + water fountains still functional + stone niches for storage.
Exit MP gate (your guide suggests one final photograph of the citadel from above the exit).
Shuttle to Aguas Calientes (25 min).
3 hours alone in Aguas Calientes before the 16:43 return train.
Priority decision 1 — Lunch (not included, your choice):
Budget options ($10-15):
Mid-range ($20-30):
Upscale ($30-45):
Priority decision 2 — Optional activities:
Priority decision 3 — Simple rest:
Board PeruRail Expedition 32 at 16:43 PM.
108-minute train journey:
Arrival in Ollantaytambo at 18:31 PM. Your private van waits at the station.
2-hour drive back to Cusco. Same route as morning but at evening light.
Rush-hour considerations: Cusco traffic 18:00-19:30 occasionally delays final arrival by 15-30 minutes. Realistic arrival: 20:00-21:00 PM range (depending on traffic).
Arrive at your Cusco hotel at approximately 20:40 PM. Tour concludes.
Evening recommendations:
| Category | Statistic |
|---|---|
| ⏱️ Total duration | 15 hours (05:20-20:40) |
| 🎯 Voice | One Day One Destination Pure MP Laser-Focus |
| 📍 Starting/Ending | Cusco hotel (round-trip) |
| ⛰️ HIGHEST altitude | Cusco 3,350m start |
| ⛰️ LOWEST altitude | Aguas Calientes 2,040 m |
| ⛰️ DESTINATION altitude | Machu Picchu 2,400m |
| 🚂 Train services | PeruRail Expedition 33 + 32 |
| 🚌 Shuttle | Consettur round-trip MP |
| 🚐 Van drive | 4 hours total (2h each leg) |
| 🏨 Nights | 0 (same-day return) |
| 🍽️ Meals included | 0 |
| 🎫 Attractions | 1 (Machu Picchu only) |
| 🎓 Guided tour | 2 hours at MP |
| 💪 Physical | Easy @ MP / Moderate @ full day |
Planning a day trip from Cusco to Machu Picchu requires a smart ticketing strategy. To protect the Inca sanctuary and improve visitor flow, Peru’s Ministry of Culture operates a strict system with 3 main tourist circuits and 10 sub-routes.
As local expert operators, we keep our itineraries up to date to ensure the best possible experience for your travel dates. Here is what you need to know about the current routes to choose the perfect match for your vacation.
If you dream of capturing the vast, sweeping landscapes of the Andes framing the ancient citadel, Circuit 1 is your best choice. This elevated path loops through the upper terraces, making it ideal for photographers, active hikers, and anyone seeking unique mountain trails. Please note: This circuit focuses on high viewpoints and does not enter the citadel’s inner-urban ruins.
This is the ultimate route for first-time visitors who want the iconic postcard photo. It takes you through the heart of the city and its religious sites.
If Circuit 2 tickets are sold out, or if you want an active trekking challenge, Circuit 3 explores the lower royal sectors of the citadel and serves as the gateway to the sacred peaks.
Detailed information on the new visiting circuits to Machu Picchu applied from January 20, 2026.
None
Easy
Short walks
2 to 3 hours
Cusco: 3,350m (10,990 ft)
Machu Picchu: 2,400m (7,874 ft)
Ollantaytambo: 2,792 meters (9,160 feet)
Transport
Train + Shuttle
Guide + Entrance
Other
Meals (ALL)
Hotels (NONE needed — same-day tour)
Transportation
Optional MP Extras
Train Upgrades
Other
Honest disclosure: this tour cannot offer airport pickup because:
Implication: fly into Cusco AT LEAST the day before this tour. Overnight at a Cusco hotel. 05:20 AM pickup from hotel.
Below are up-to-date answers for travelers planning their 2029 Machu Picchu Full Day visit, including the new circuit system, official entrance fees, and the new SERNANP conservation fee that took effect on May 1, 2026.
The Machu Picchu Full Day Tour is a single-day private excursion from Cusco to visit the iconic Machu Picchu citadel and return to Cusco the same evening.
The tour includes 05:20 AM Cusco hotel pickup, private van transport to Ollantaytambo train station (~2 hours), PeruRail Expedition 33 to Aguas Calientes (08:29 → 09:54 AM), Consettur shuttle bus to Machu Picchu (25 min), Machu Picchu Circuit 2 Classic Route entry (11:00 AM-14:00 PM based on availability), 2-hour private guided tour with certified English-speaking guide, Consettur shuttle bus back to Aguas Calientes, free time for lunch in Aguas Calientes (client’s choice, not included), PeruRail Expedition 32 return (16:43 → 18:31 PM), and private van transport back to Cusco (~20:40 PM arrival).
Total duration: 15 hours. PRIVATE tour from $308 USD per person (group of 10). Age 4+.
Our Machu Picchu Full Day Tour uses Circuit 2 – Classic Route (Ruta 2) by default — the most complete itinerary available to general visitors.
This route includes:
Since January 20, 2027, Machu Picchu has been divided into three official circuits — Panoramic (1), Classic (2), and Royalty (3) — each with one-way paths.
Choosing the wrong circuit means missing key parts of the citadel, so we book Circuit 2 by default. Entry time: 11:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 13:00 PM, or 14:00 PM based on ticket availability at your booking time.
If you prefer Circuit 1 (Panoramic) or Circuit 3 (Royalty), let us know when you book, and we’ll adjust based on availability.
Operational constraint: fixed 05:20 AM Cusco pickup required for the 08:29 Ollantaytambo train. Flight delays are unpredictable — if your Lima→Cusco flight delays 2+ hours, you miss our train (which cancels your tour since PeruRail seats are non-refundable). Our solution: pickup from the Cusco hotel where you spent the previous night. Implication: fly to Cusco AT LEAST the day before this tour + overnight at a Cusco hotel + 05:20 pickup from the hotel.
$308 includes: PeruRail Expedition round-trip (train tickets alone cost $100-130/direction = $200-260 round-trip), MP entrance ticket ($55-65), Consettur shuttle round-trip ($24), private van Cusco↔Ollantaytambo (4 hours professional driver + fuel), certified English-speaking guide 2 hours, SERNANP conservation fee S/11, operator licensing + insurance + taxes. The $308 reflects the actual operational cost of a quality private 1-day tour. Lower-priced “MP tours” typically use group buses (not a private van) + non-certified guides + skip inclusions. If you want the lowest-cost MP without quality, you can book directly through non-licensed operators, but it’s risky.
Honest answer: depends on your constraints. If you have 2+ days available: book 2-Day SV+MP for Sacred Valley context + better pace + less exhausting experience. If you literally have 1 day: this is the only way to see MP from Cusco the same day. The math is: 4h van + 3h train + 1h shuttle + 2h MP + 3h free time + 2h transit buffer = 15h total. Operational minimum.
$58 group 10 (+$30 solo) buys Sacred Valley context + reduced same-day fatigue. 2-Day tour adds Day 1 Sacred Valley (Pisac + Ollantaytambo fortress + Pisac market + Urubamba buffet lunch INCLUDED) + overnight Aguas Calientes + earlier Day 2 MP entry (07:00-08:00 window = better light + fewer crowds). This 1-Day tour sacrifices: Sacred Valley context + buffet lunch + overnight relief + earlier MP entry. In exchange: lowest price + no overnight needed + 15h vs 2-day commitment.
Starting in Cusco at 3,350 m is significant altitude. Train descent to Aguas Calientes (2,040 m) gives altitude relief during the tour. Machu Picchu at 2,400m is a comfortable altitude.
Pre-tour acclimatization — 2-3 days minimum recommended: arrive in Cusco at least 2 full days before this tour (3 days ideal for travelers coming from sea level or over age 55).
Acclimatization strategy:
If you feel altitude effects during the tour: tell your guide immediately. First-aid kit available in vehicles. Coca leaves + water always available. Emergency medical facilities are available in Aguas Calientes if needed.
Important: do NOT book this tour for Day 1 or Day 2 of your Cusco visit — your body needs acclimatization time first.
No — zero meals are included. This keeps the price at $308 (the lowest MP catalog price). What you need to budget:
Why no included meals? Flexibility — travelers prefer choosing restaurants vs fixed menus, and skipping meal inclusions keeps the tour at the lowest catalog price.
If you want INCLUDED meals: book Senior MP 5-Day (hotels + Vistadome + meals INCLUDED) or 2-Day SV+MP $366 (Day 1 Urubamba buffet lunch INCLUDED).
Age 4+ with guardian over 21+ policy. BUT: age 10+ RECOMMENDED for this specific 15-hour day. Reasons:
For families with kids 4-9: strongly consider 2-Day SV+MP $366 or 3-Day Essential $424 instead — better pacing + overnight breaks + more enjoyable for kids.
Bring in your day pack (small backpack under 5 kg):
Leave at Cusco hotel (main luggage): large suitcase, extra clothes, valuables you don’t need.
Not allowed at Machu Picchu:
Wear (dress in layers):
Operation: daily year-round (except December 25 — Machu Picchu is CLOSED).
Dry season (May-September) — PEAK:
Shoulder months (April, October):
Rainy season (November-March):
Photography priority: May-September for clear Machu Picchu views.
Budget priority: November-March for lower crowds + prices.
Christmas + New Year: extremely busy — book 3-6 months ahead. Note: Machu Picchu is CLOSED on December 25 — the tour doesn’t operate that day.
Rare but possible scenarios:
Minor delays (30-60 minutes):
Major delays or cancellations (landslides, strikes, extreme weather):
Weather-related cancellations:
Our guarantee: if PeruRail cancels service (rare), we coordinate alternative solutions or provide a fair refund.
Travel insurance strongly recommended — covers your investment in case of major disruption.
Standard arrival ~20:40 PM. Realistic range: 20:00-21:00, depending on Cusco rush-hour traffic (18:00-19:30 traffic can delay the final van portion). Plan dinner accordingly — most Cusco restaurants close by 22:00.
Technically possible but strongly discouraged:
For Huayna Picchu: book 6-Day Ultimate + Huayna Picchu for $650, which is specifically engineered for the Huayna Picchu experience.
Yes — both upgrades are available at booking time.
PeruRail Vistadome upgrade (+$95-145 USD per person per direction):
Belmond Hiram Bingham upgrade (+$600 USD per person per direction):
Important Belmond clarification: this $600 add-on upgrades ONE leg of your Expedition train. For the FULL Belmond experience (gourmet 3-course meals + afternoon tea at Belmond Sanctuary Lodge + live music + open bar + full luxury day), book the Belmond Hiram Bingham Luxury Train standalone tour $1,276, which is a completely different product designed for a 1-day luxury experience.
How to upgrade: mention at booking time — we handle the upgraded tickets.
Not upgrading: PeruRail Expedition is comfortable, air-conditioned, with clean bathrooms and light snacks available for purchase. Perfectly adequate for the journey.
Since 2024, entry without a certified guide isn’t permitted — every visitor must be accompanied, with a cap of 16 people per guide.
Independent entry is no longer permitted.
Our Full Day Tour includes a private, certified, English-speaking guide who graduated from a top Peruvian university.
Benefits of our private format:
Other languages available on request: Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese (mention at booking).
Only 4 countries qualify: Peru, Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador (reduced MP entrance S/64 vs S/152). Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Paraguay, Uruguay, and Venezuela are NOT Andean Community members and do NOT qualify. (The Andean Community is a specific political/economic organization; not all South American countries are members.)
Students under 26 with a valid ISIC card: $20 off per person on tour price (separate from the Andean Community entrance discount — stackable).
Email: info@kondorpathtours.com. WhatsApp: +51 991 391 255 24/7. 30% deposit confirms. 2-4 weeks’ advance booking recommended (3-4 months for Huayna Picchu add-on + peak Jun-Aug season).
PRIVATE TOUR pricing — based on group size. Includes: tour + private transport Cusco↔Ollantaytambo + certified bilingual guide + PeruRail Expedition round-trip (Expedition 33 outbound + Expedition 32 inbound) + Machu Picchu Circuit 2 entrance (SERNANP fee included) + Consettur shuttle bus round-trip + 2-hour private guided tour + first-aid kit.
| Persons | Price (p/p) | |
| 1 | $ 494.00 USD | |
| 2 | $ 394.00 USD | |
| 3 | $ 366.00 USD | |
| 4 | $ 342.00 USD | |
| 5 | $ 337.00 USD | |
| 6 | $ 328.00 USD | |
| 7 | $ 321.00 USD | |
| 8 | $ 316.00 USD | |
| 9 | $ 311.00 USD | |
| 10 | $ 308.00 USD |
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