Unlike standard tickets, this option includes a private licensed guide who will accompany you inside Machu Picchu. You will not only enter the citadel, but also enjoy a personalized 2-hour tour adapted to your interests and pace.
Admission is confirmed for Circuit 1, 2, or 3 (subject to availability), ensuring you have guaranteed access to one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. With priority assistance at the main gate and exclusive insights from your guide, this experience turns your visit into a memorable journey beyond a simple ticket.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
6:00 AM, 7:00 AM, 8:00 AM, 9:00 AM, and 6:00 PM
Next available
Thu, Oct 8
Adult (ages 17–85)
$149
Child (ages 3–16)
$139
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Tour Options
Ticket Machu Picchu with Private Guide
Itinerary
Machupicchu
120 min
Travelers will explore the majestic Inca citadel of Machu Picchu accompanied by a private guide. Depending on availability, admission will be confirmed for Circuit 1, 2, or 3, each offering a unique perspective of this UNESCO World Heritage Site.
On the guided walk, visitors will discover iconic areas such as the Temple of the Sun, the Main Plaza, agricultural terraces, ceremonial enclosures, and breathtaking viewpoints overlooking the entire citadel. Your private guide will explain the history, architecture, and spiritual importance of Machu Picchu, answering all your questions at your own pace.
This experience provides approximately 2 hours of personalized guidance, ensuring you make the most of your visit and capture unforgettable photos of one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.
No. 47 by number of reviews among 146 tours in Sacred Valley
Starting price $149 is 94% above the typical $77 for tours of similar length in Sacred Valley
Excurgo comparison of 146 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
IMPORTANT: Once your booking is confirmed, please send us clear photos of all participants' passports via the Viator messaging system, WhatsApp: +51 940 468 520 or email: reservas@chullpiexpeditions.com. This is essential to correctly issue your Machu Picchu entrance tickets and avoid any errors in names, dates of birth or passport numbers. This step is mandatory for all travelers. The selected start time is indicative and strictly subject to official ticket availability from the Ministry of Culture. Machu Picchu visit circuits (Circuit 1 and Circuit 2) are subject to availability at the time of ticket purchase — we cannot guarantee a specific circuit assignment. Available entry times are 6:00am, 7:00am, 8:00am and 9:00am only. No other entry times are available outside of these slots. Since entrance slots are limited, we will coordinate with you via the Viator messaging system to confirm your exact entry time. Please note: we need to verify your train schedule, or better yet, coordinate with us BEFORE you purchase your train tickets, as the Machu Picchu entrance must be secured first. We highly recommend contacting us on WhatsApp at +51 940 468 520 before booking to ensure a perfect match between your entry time and train schedule.
Cancellation
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Ticket Machu Picchu with Private Guide take?
Ticket Machu Picchu with Private Guide lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Ticket Machu Picchu with Private Guide cost?
Prices start at $149 per person for this Sacred Valley experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Ticket Machu Picchu with Private Guide run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 6:00 AM, 7:00 AM, 8:00 AM, 9:00 AM, and 6:00 PM.
How much does Ticket Machu Picchu with Private Guide cost for children?
Children aged 3–16 pay from $139, adults from $149.
Can I cancel Ticket Machu Picchu with Private Guide for free?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
What languages is Ticket Machu Picchu with Private Guide offered in?
The experience is available in EN, ES.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Confirmation is sent by the operator within 24 hours of booking.
Is Ticket Machu Picchu with Private Guide worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 10 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by CHULLPI EXPEDITIONS S.A.C..
Reviews(10)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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chrystalkb
September 20, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Magical Machu Picchu!
Our Machu Picchu experience was absolutely magical! Our guide Teo was knowledgeable, friendly and patient throughout the entire tour.
He made the experience so much more memorable! I highly recommend Chullpi Expeditions. Miguel Angel and Jorge and their whole team were very professional and ensured we had the most amazing experience from beginning to end! They handled last minute changes with ease.
Operator response
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re really happy to hear that you had such a magical experience at Machu Picchu. It was a pleasure having you with us.
We’ll definitely share your message with Teo — he’ll be very happy to know that he made your visit even more memorable. Thank you for trusting Chullpi Expeditions and for mentioning our whole team. We truly appreciate it! 😊
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Maddier0322
September 16, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Guide Teo Machu Picchu private tour
Teo was absolutely incredible and made our Machu Picchu experience so much more special! We had a private tour with him, and you could immediately tell how passionate and knowledgeable he is about Machu Picchu and its history. He has been doing these tours almost every day for years, and he shared so many interesting details that we definitely would have missed on our own.
What made the experience even more memorable was how excited Teo was when we saw a rainbow and then a DOUBLE rainbow! 🌈🌈 He told us he had only seen one there once before, so he was just as excited as we were and was even taking pictures with us. We got SO lucky!
Teo never rushed us and took the time to show us the different viewpoints and explain the history behind everything. Having a private guide made the experience feel so much more personal, and we were able to take our time and truly enjoy it.
We were actually some of the last people to leave Machu Picchu, and I’m so glad we did. It was an absolutely unforgettable experience.
As a Travel Agent , I’m always looking for people and experiences that I can confidently recommend to my clients, and Teo is someone I will 100% be referring to all of my clients traveling to Machu Picchu. I know they will be in great hands!
Thank you, Teo, for making such an incredible experience even more special. I hope to see you again when I come back to Peru! 🇵🇪❤️
Operator response
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re very happy to know that Teo made your visit to Machu Picchu so special. The double rainbow was definitely a magical moment! 🌈🌈
It was a pleasure having you with us, and we truly appreciate your trust and recommendation. We hope to welcome you back to Peru someday! 🇵🇪❤️
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DanE527
September 15, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Best Tour Operator for Machu Picchu and Outstanding Planning-Communication!!
We had an outstanding experience with Chullpi Expeditions for our full-day Machu Picchu tour. From the very beginning, their communication and planning were excellent. Miguel was the person helping us through the planning process, and I had more than 50 emails back and forth with him while trying to plan the perfect tour. He was always responsive, patient, helpful, and willing to answer every question. Once we arrived in Peru, communication through WhatsApp was also excellent and made it very easy to coordinate details while we were in the country. They went far beyond expectations to help create an itinerary that fit our schedule, even though arranging Machu Picchu tickets on short notice can be very difficult.
Chullpi Expeditions took care of everything for us, including securing the Machu Picchu entry tickets, arranging bus transfers, coordinating a private guide, and making sure every detail was handled. Miguel made the entire process easy and stress-free. They even met us at the train station the night before the tour and then met us again in the hotel lobby on the day of the tour, which made the experience feel organized, personal, and well planned from start to finish.
Our guide for Machu Picchu was Teo, and he was excellent. He spoke English very well, was very knowledgeable about Machu Picchu, and explained the history, layout, and importance of the site in a way that was clear, interesting, and easy to follow. Teo was friendly, engaging, and fun to spend the day with, and he helped make the tour feel personal rather than rushed.
Overall, we cannot say enough good things about Chullpi Expeditions. Miguel did an incredible job coordinating everything ahead of time, and Teo was a fantastic guide at Machu Picchu. They exceeded our expectations in every way and made it possible for us to experience Machu Picchu exactly the way we hoped, even on a tight schedule. We would highly recommend Chullpi Expeditions to anyone planning a Machu Picchu visit, especially travelers who want a well-organized, reliable, and personalized experience.
Operator response
Mr Dan Thank you so much for sharing such kind words and for trusting Chullpi Expeditions with your Machu Picchu experience. It was a real pleasure for the whole team, especially Miguel and Teo, to be part of your journey and help make everything as smooth and special as possible. We are very happy to know that you felt well supported and comfortable throughout the planning and the tour. We truly hope to welcome you back to Peru someday for another unforgettable adventure!
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374pranitik
August 11, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Tio is a great guide!
Tio was an amazing tour guide! Super knowledgeable and made the experience so fun and engaging. Highly worth it I def recommend!
Operator response
Thank you so much for your kind words! 😊 We’re really happy to hear that Tio made your visit so enjoyable and engaging. We’ll definitely share your comments with him we’re sure they’ll make his day!
It was a pleasure to be part of your Machu Picchu experience. Thank you for recommending us, and we hope to see you again in Peru! ✨
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L4750OHcarmenc
August 8, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
An unforgettable experience
We had excellent service at all times from the company and the guide, who provided us with a lot of information about Machu Picchu. He even brought some books to show images and examples, and he answered all our questions. The early morning schedule was a great success, since we were able to enjoy the citadel with very few people. Thank you very much for your professionalism, we recommend it without a doubt.
Operator response
¡Muchas gracias por sus palabras! 😊 Nos alegra muchísimo saber que disfrutaron la visita y que nuestro guía pudo transmitirles un poquito de todo lo que hace tan especial a Machu Picchu.
Qué bueno también que hayan aprovechado el horario temprano y disfrutado de la ciudadela con menos gente. Le compartiremos sus comentarios a nuestro guía, seguro le hará mucha ilusión saber que su trabajo fue valorado.
¡Gracias por recomendarnos y por confiar en nosotros! Fue un gusto acompañarlos. Un fuerte abrazo y esperamos verlos nuevamente por Perú. ❤️
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zoral612
June 28, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Thank you chullpi expeditions
Thank you for getting us a 3B tickets to MP since we plan to visit just 2 weeks before and cannot get any circuits.
And the tour guide Oliver is wonderfully helpful and professional.He pick us up at Aguas town help us get another 1B tickets.
Make our trip unforgettable and share many stories and guidance .
Thank Chullpi expeditions and Oliver make the tourists from Taiwan(transfer for 40 hours) left beautiful memories.
Operator response
Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience with us.
We are truly happy to know that we could help make your visit to Machu Picchu a memorable one. It was our pleasure to assist you with the tickets and ensure everything went smoothly during your trip.
Oliver will be very grateful for your kind comments. He is passionate about sharing the history and beauty of Machu Picchu with our visitors.
Thank you for choosing Chullpi Expeditions. We are honored to have been part of your journey from Taiwan to Peru, and we hope to welcome you again in the future.
Best wishes and safe travels!
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mailyc2026
June 25, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
100% recommendable
I do recommend them, just keep in mind that you will be going with others who can be rude, although Danny and his companions are very kind.
Operator response
Muchas gracias por su recomendación y por tomarse el tiempo de compartir su experiencia. Nos alegra mucho saber que Danny y su equipo le brindaron una atención amable y cordial durante su viaje.
También valoramos su observación respecto a terceros, ya que sus comentarios nos permiten seguir evaluando y mejorando cada aspecto del servicio que ofrecemos, incluso en los servicios complementarios.
Agradecemos su confianza en Chullpi Expeditions
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melisacT1235FJ
June 24, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Excellent guide and experience in Machu Picchu
Excellent experience in Machu Picchu. Our guide Oliver was very professional, knowledgeable about the history, and answered all our questions. The tour lasted longer than expected, and we were able to enjoy the archaeological site a lot. Additionally, when a discrepancy regarding the reservation arose, the company responded quickly and sought a satisfactory solution. I recommend the service.
Operator response
Muchas gracias por compartir su experiencia y por tomarse el tiempo de dejarnos su comentario. Nos alegra saber que disfrutó su visita a Machu Picchu y que nuestro guía Oliver pudo brindarle un recorrido informativo y memorable.
Para nosotros es muy importante ofrecer un servicio de calidad y acompañar a nuestros viajeros en todo momento, especialmente cuando surge algún inconveniente. Nos satisface saber que pudimos ayudarle y encontrar una solución adecuada.
Agradecemos profundamente su recomendación y su confianza en Chullpi Expeditions.
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sikir2026
May 3, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
The treatment of the impeccable tourist
Excellent service super recommended chullpi expeditions service 10 out of 10
Operator response
Muchas gracias por su recomendación 😊
Nos alegra saber que disfrutó de la experiencia y que quedó satisfecho con nuestro servicio.
Fue un placer acompañarlo en su visita a Machu Picchu
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S6927FMfabiov
November 7, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
The dedication and professionalism of Kevin and Michelangelo
Everything spectacular, from our arrival in Cusco Michelangelo and Kevin, super concerned with the smallest detail, the tour with private guide, extraordinary, the city tour of another level....thanks a lot guys, I will see you soon 👍🏻
Operator response
Muchísimas gracias por sus palabras 😊
Nos alegra saber que disfrutaron de su experiencia en Cusco y de cada uno de los tours. Para Kevin, Miguel Ángel y todo nuestro equipo fue un placer acompañarlos y cuidar cada detalle de su viaje.
Gracias por su confianza y esperamos verlos nuevamente muy pronto 🇵🇪✨
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