Machu Picchu Tour 2 dag / 1 nat fra Cusco med panorama tog

We had an amazing experience in Peru, and a big part of that was thanks to the wonderful team that David has created. They supported us throughout the trip; from the very beginning, they were in touch with us, helping with planning and making sure the itinerary matched our interests and needs. We always felt that they were genuinely invested in making our trip special. One thing we really appreciated was how accommodating they were. We made a few last-minute changes to our plans, and the team handled everything smoothly. Throughout the trip, we got personalized attention and made us feel cared for. A heartfelt thank you to David and the entire team. In a travel industry that can sometimes feel impersonal and transactional, they stand out for their warmth, authenticity, and commitment to creating memorable experiences. We returned home with wonderful memories and a deep appreciation for the care and effort they put into every detail of our trip.

If I had to choose 3 words to describe our tour guide David, they’d be dedicated, grounded, and kind. My friends and I booked 4 days of tours with him, arranging a pick up from Cusco, treks to Humantay and Sacsayhuaman, and a tour of Machu Picchu. This experience was tailored to just what we wished to do! And while we all felt the physical demands of reaching these altitudes and long days of 26K steps (half of them uphill on rocky ground) we were grateful to be supported and felt safe with David’s guidance. David is knowledgeable of his culture, the spirits, folklore, history, and politics of these regions, and shared cool facts about botanicals and the animals as well. One highlight was on the way back from the train station, he had us pull over so we could see the ancient Inca carvings into the side of the mountain. This was unspeakably beautiful and transportative. In addition to Spanish and Quechua, David speaks English and German. We feel incredibly lucky to have found such a thoughtful and capable tour guide. You won’t regret going with him for your unique Peru experience!

Peruvian Culture Tours helped my friend group customize our trip to Machu Picchu around a previous trip we had planned, and they did the absolute most to make sure we got there! There was an unexpected traffic jam in Ollantaytambo, and our guide thought on his feet and got us to the train station in time when many other travelers missed their trains. I was AMAZED by his ability to think on his feet, stay calm and stay positive--he didn't skip a beat leading us to the train station. Similarly, Peruvian Culture Tours helped us get tickets to Circuit 2 of Machu Picchu even though didn't book super far in advance (oops)!! They planned our stay in Aguas Calientes to give us multiple chances to get our tickets, and we ended up getting them thanks to our guide's careful planning. All in all, you will get amazingly personalized attention when booking with Peruvian Culture Tours--they communicate regularly and clearly and adapt seamlessly with any travel hiccups. On top of that, the tour itself was incredible. Our tour guide was knowledgeable about everything from archeology to naturalism to Incan spiritual beliefs, and he answered my many questions with patience and abundant information. This tour company is the best!

The biggest thing to know before booking: just because the excursion name says “Circuit 2” does not mean you’ll actually get Circuit 2 tickets. If it isn’t available on the official website, you likely won’t get it through this tour either. We ended up with Circuit 3A, which was beautiful, but if Circuit 2 is important to you (and I’d personally recommend it), this may not be the best option. There’s no way to contact the provider beforehand to discuss ticket availability, so it feels like a gamble. Thankfully, they helped us purchase additional Circuit 1B tickets for an extra cost, and combining the two circuits gave us a much more complete Machu Picchu experience. Overall, this is more of a logistics service than a guided tour. They handled transportation from our Airbnb in Cusco to Ollantaytambo, Peru Rail tickets, our hotel in Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu entry tickets, one-way bus tickets, and transportation back to Cusco. We still had to purchase return bus tickets ourselves, which was not listed in the exclusions. It was nice not having to coordinate everything ourselves, but there were some downsides. We had to fit in a 30-minute phone call the day before departure to review logistics, which would have been helpful earlier. All tickets are physical copies, so you must meet the provider beforehand and keep track of everything throughout the trip. You also don’t get any input on train or circuit times, and the itinerary shown at booking is not necessarily what you’ll receive. There also isn’t one consistent guide or host—you interact with multiple drivers/guides throughout the trip. That worked fine for us, but if you expect one guide from start to finish, that’s not the case. Personally, I would have skipped the Machu Picchu guide altogether. With only two hours for the circuit, there was little time to explore on our own. TL;DR: Great if you want help coordinating logistics, but there’s no guarantee which circuit or schedule you’ll end up with.

I went on the two day tour of Machu Picchu with my family, and our tour guide David was great! He was very prepared and helpful, and he has a lot of knowledge that I don’t think I would have easily found elsewhere. He was very nice and funny and made it a great experience.

I had the best experience organizing a girls trip to Peru with the help and amazing service provided by David and his team. From day 1, he kept in touch and updated me with every single detail. He was very receptive to all our needs with accommodations and inclusions. Our trip was a success because of careful attention to details. I highly recommend Peruvian Cultural Tours for your next trip!

What a spectacular experience all because of David! He was our guide for 10 days and he went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable, taken care of and enjoying ourselves. He’s extremely knowledgeable and very passionate about everything including all the tourist sites and even the small towns we passed throughout the country. David, you made this trip unforgettable and for that, thank you!!

Our visit to Machu Picchu was truly unforgettable, thanks to our amazing guide, David. His passion for what he does was evident from the very beginning. He explained everything with such clarity, patience, and enthusiasm, making the history and significance of the site come alive for us. What made the experience even more special was the birdwatching session we had outside the main site. David’s deep knowledge and ability to identify birds just by their sounds was impressive. He helped us spot several species we would have otherwise missed, and his excitement was contagious. We felt truly immersed in both the cultural and natural beauty of the area, and we couldn’t have asked for a better guide. Thank you, David, for making our trip so memorable!

At the time of researching our trip we were unsure of the transport links and how to reach MP. Peruvian Culture Tours made it all so seamless. I highly recommend David and the team, together they ensured that we had the best experience. David always goes the extra mile. We have had an unforgettable trip. A private tour allows you to enjoy the tour at your own pace.

We did the 2nights, one day tour to Machu Picchu with David that included one day walking on the Inca Trail, and we chose to do bird watching on the way. We thoroughly enjoyed the tour and David made a lot of effort to take care of us and to find birds for us. He had great knowledge of birds, plants and the Inca sites. He was very personable and we really enjoyed our time with him and the tour was amazing, for sure the best I have ever done! He also was great at changing our train tickets when we needed to get back earlier.