Machu Picchu Circuit 2 Entrance Ticket with Guided Tour
Cusco, Peru
- 3 to 5 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Group discounts
- Offered in: English
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What's Included
- Official Machu Picchu entrance ticket (Circuit 2 or alternative, depending on selected option)
- Licensed local guide inside Machu Picchu
- Guided tour of approximately 2.5 hours
- Meals and personal expenses
- Bus Up and down$34.00 per person
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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Pickup details
We provide a briefing session for all our customers who arrive one day before the tour. This takes place at their hotel between 6:30 pm and 7:00 pm. If you arrive on the same day, our staff will meet you at the train station holding a sign with your name and will assist you with purchasing the bus tickets to Machu Picchu. IMPORTANT: For last-minute bookings, as indicated in the selected option, you must arrive in Aguas Calientes one day or 2 in advance, preferably between 6:30 AM and 7:00 AM, to complete the in-person registration and ticket purchase using your passport, assisted by our local guide and team. Please note that all tickets are subject to availability. Our priority is to secure Circuit 2; however, if it is sold out, You have to confirm the best available alternative, such as Circuit 3 or Circuit 1.
Itinerary
1
Aguas Calientes
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
Bus to Machu Picchu
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
3
Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu
3 hours • Admission Ticket Included
4
Bus to Machu Picchu
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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Reviews
4.0
based on 32 reviews
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Christopher_M, Jul 2026
Unfortunately due to demand Circuit 2 was sold out, but was given tickets for both Circuit 3 and Circuit 1 (gets to see everything as you would in Circuit 2 anyway). This worked out better, as I got to do two circuits instead of just one. Personally, choosing Circuit 1 & 3 is better even though everyone online says circuit 2 is the one to do.
Joel - the tour guide was excellent and very knowledgeable about the Machu Picchu. Note: the tour guide will show you around Circuit 3 and give you an in depth overview of each area of the circuit. Joel was fantastic and very keen on guiding and helping you out with any questions, etc. The tour was very structured and wasn’t rushed at all, even had breaks in between and sat down and taken in the views.
Note for circuit 1 you’ll be by yourself but it’s straight forward and just follow the signs until you get the top view point to see the one of the seven wonders of the world.
Must do activity if you’re unsure or don’t have the confidence or ability to organise the circuit tickets and bus tickets to get up the entrance point. The tour guide will either meet you at your hotel or meet you by the entrance gate. Note: definitely worth doing the early morning 6am one, you’ll get a better experience seeing before the crowds arrives
valeria_c, Jul 2026
***SCAM SCAM DO NOT BOOK***
**BAIT & SWITCH**
i bought my tickets for Circuit 2 a couple months ago and THE DAY BEFORE i was supposed to go to machu picchu, they messaged me saying they DIDNT have tickets and switched me to Circuit 1!! then they tried to blame me saying it was because i bought “too last minute” but if they dont have tickets they should not be selling them!!! they also told me i could either take the circuit 1 or just not go. i was in aguas calientes already and had no choice.
Alec_E, Jul 2026
Scammed me out of my circuit 2 ticket. It was clear when I arrived and got handed a circuit 2 ticket (fake) and a circuit 1 ticket (real) that something was wrong. Asked if the circuit 2 ticket was fake and got told no. 10 minutes before the bus ride up the guy who gave me the tickets asked to look at the circuit 2 ticket and refused to give it back when I asked. The company realized they got caught trying to fake the ticket. Still ended up being able to do circuit 1 but definitely not what I paid for. Would have just bought my own ticket. Would have saved me $150 because the company basically just booked me a circuit 1 ticket and neglected to tell me until 10 minutes before the bus ride up
Kiaya_C, Jul 2026
Very well coordinated and orchestrated. They ensured that we were on time, where we needed to be in the mist of the tourists and chaos. Great tour, very knowledgeable and what an amazing experience!
Matthew_R, Jul 2026
My guide never showed up at my hotel! I got the tickets via email so I was able to go to Machu Picchu but I had to hire an independent guide. I was still charged for the guide, even opened up a dispute and was still charged. Worst experience I have ever had with this company, $390 for a ticket with no guide, this was complete crap!!
S_B, Jul 2026
Our tour guide was excellent, professional and knowledgable. He was helpful, engaging and had a passion for his heritage.
marcel_f, Jun 2026
I booked a Circuit 2 Machu Picchu ticket through this company only 3 days before my trip, which I honestly didn't think would be possible. Everything was very well coordinated from start to finish, and the communication was clear throughout the process.
I was initially a little hesitant because I had seen a negative review from someone who felt things didn't work out for them, but my experience was completely different. The team was responsive, professional, and helped make sure everything went smoothly.
The guide was very informative and provided helpful recommendations for trains, transportation, and logistics, which took a lot of the stress out of planning a last-minute visit. Thanks to their guidance, everything worked out exactly as planned.
I would definitely recommend them to anyone, especially if you're trying to arrange a Machu Picchu visit on short notice.
Neal_T, Jun 2026
I want to leave a review because I was so nervous going into this trip. I had flown all the way from NZ and there were no circuit 2 tickets available. I knew buying a circuit 3 ticket with tour would be better than missing out. There is so much misinformation about the circuits online so let me help. Circuit 3 does take you through the lower levels into the ancient city and through the buildings. There are incredible photos of the best parts of Machu Picchu as you come in on the lower terraces. You will get those amazing photos. We were on the 7am tour and watched the sunrise over Machu Picchu and it takes your breath away. Joel was full of knowledge and history and helped me with great photos as I was on my own. The tour lasted approx 2.5 hours and honestly, had I gone home then I would have still remembered it as one of the absolute best days of my life. I want to share a travel tip that will super power your trip there. In addition to the 7am circuit 3 ticket with Peru Trekkers (which was amazing), I also bought a 10am curcuit 1 ticket which let me climb to the very upper terraces (with no tour guide about 40 USD). With these two tickets (circuit 3 and circuit 1) you will have an even more amazing experience than those that take Circuit 2 alone or circuit 3 alone.
Another tip is you need to jump onto Whatsapp and add Peru Trekkers with the international +51 number and message them. They will eventually reply and they were great in the 2 days before.
Thank you Joel and Peru Trekkers for the ultimate experience I will never forget.
natasha_c, May 2026
DO NOT BOOK WITH VIATOR OR THIS OPERATOR.
This is not a reflection on the guide, Joel was the perfect guide.
I booked this for my boyfriend and I 3 months in advance as Machu Picchu is so popular. I contacted the operator asking which train times to book as our tour was supposed to be 8 am and did not want to be late, so we could make the most of our experience. I received no response so went and booked our trains hoping they would fit in ok.
I did not receive a response until less than 48 hours before when the operator messaged me saying sorry my messages had been “lost”. The operator then lets us know that they weren’t able to get 8 am tickets like we had booked, our tickets were for 11 am. This meant our trains would not have fitted our schedule. Luckily we were able to exchange our train tickets for the appropriate times, at a fee of 150 USD with Peru Rail. I informed the operator that we were able to get the correct trains and asked if they offer compensation as this was a direct result of their scheduling change. They responded with a simple no and were very pushy, only caring if we were going to do the tour or not.
A serious lack of empathy, poor communication and seriously shocking customer service.
False advertising if the company can’t honor the time you booked for.
ashok_a, May 2026
They did not have our tickets at the entrance. We had to find our own guide and pay again at the entrance. Our experience was cut in half and completely ruined because of these guys. DO not book with them
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Customer,
Good evening. We would like to clarify that this reservation was made under our “last minute” option. As clearly indicated in the product description, travelers are required to arrive at least 1 day in advance in Aguas Calientes in order to purchase the official Machu Picchu tickets in person, due to the current government regulations and limited availability.
Unfortunately, these instructions were not followed, and it is simply not realistic to expect guaranteed Machu Picchu tickets from one day to the next without following the required process explained before the booking.
We always try our best to assist our travelers under these difficult circumstances, but it is unfair to blame our company for conditions and regulations that were clearly explained in advance.
Thank you.
Peru Trekkers
Ielemia_I, May 2026
Completely lived up to the hype, amazing history and well worth travelling all the way from NZ. Our tour guide Rene made this an unforgettable event, so knowledgeable, kind and hospitable. Highly recommend
Kenneth_E, Apr 2026
Our guide, Joel Guzman was great. This review is not about him. He showed us around the site perfectly, and was easy to communicate with, and found us right away.
Viator or whoever is running this tour group is awful. They changed the timing of our tour from 8am (which we booked) to 11am. The weather at 8am was sunny and beautiful. At 11am it was raining. We also had a train to catch that we booked with the assumption that we were seeing the site at 8am, but had to rebook our train tickets, since they moved our time, the day before we were supposed to hike and cost us a lot of time and money.
Additionally, they told us we had to arrive a day early to get our tickets, only a week before we were supposed to visit the site. Again, we already had our train tickets booked, and had to rebook our tickets for the train to accommodate this. When we asked what we had to do to pick up our tickets, they did not respond until the day of.
In general communication with this company, was awful. They would change our plans, but when we asked for additional details or explanation, they would not offer anything.
By far the worst experience I've had with a tour group. Would definitely not recommend.
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Customer,
Thank you for your feedback. However, we would like to clarify that your review itself shows uncertainty about which company operated your tour, as you mention “Viator or whoever is running this tour group.” Viator is only the booking platform and not the local operator.
At the same time, you confirmed that the guide service and Machu Picchu visit were completed successfully. The entry time adjustment was communicated in advance and was necessary due to official ticket availability and Ministry of Culture regulations affecting all operators during those dates.
We understand the inconvenience caused by schedule changes, but we believe it is unfair to describe the entire experience negatively when the tour itself was provided correctly and completed without operational issues.
Peru Trekkers
Michelle_O, Apr 2026
I would recommend this experience. We initially used the chat in Viator to communicate, but it was easier to use their phone number on what’s app. They had Samuel meet us at our hotel in Aguas Calientes the night before to assist us with any questions. The next morning Samuel walked us to the bus station to buy our tickets and put us in the correct bus line. Then they noted our bus number and took our picture for the guide at Machu Picchu to find us. Our guide, Rene, was patient and knowledgeable. He held our place in line while we used the only restroom. He let us take all the photos we wanted and let us set the pace. He had photos to show us along the way. Honestly, Rene made this place come to life for us. Without our guide, we would not have come to understand the lifestyle, culture, and science of the people. The tickers to Machu Picchu were transferred electronically on what’s app. They made communication easy and I felt cared for. I would highly recommend them!
JB_L, Apr 2026
If you weren’t able to secure a Machu Picchu Circuit 2 ticket in advance, this tour company made the process surprisingly convenient and stress-free. They really know how to navigate availability and helped us get the tickets even on short notice, which saved our trip. That said, it’s still best to book directly through the official government website ahead of time to guarantee your preferred circuit and schedule. But if you’re in a pinch and have a nudget, they’re a reliable option to help make it happen.
Ramsay_M, Apr 2026
We were so excited to visit Machu Picchu, and it did not disappoint. We had the 9 o’clock entrance and our guide Americo met us right out of the train station. He helped us navigate to get to the bus ticket area, got us on the bus, and the entrance to Machu Picchu was smooth sailing. He was so incredibly knowledgeable and so friendly. He made the experience better than we could’ve imagined.
Helen_K, Apr 2026
Everything well organized including follow up regarding our questions and meeting points. Friendly and informed guide.
Sebastian_B, Feb 2026
Great experience! Was able to learn much about this great wonder and took many pictures. Guide was very knowledgeable and was able to help me with another excursion I wanted to do. It is mild-moderate activity, so don't be too worried about getting physically tired from this tour. I recommend doing this if you can't find tickets on the official Peru website or anything else.
helenahan, Feb 2026
Our guide, Rene, was wonderful. He was very knowledgable, kind, and very prepared to answer our questions.
Our friends were on the same circuit at the same time but they were unhappy with their guide.
Vanderlei_T, Jul 2026
Meeting Machu Picchu was one of the best experiences I have had today.
Much mystery about this civilization that has abandoned this mythical place.
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Josefa_M, Jul 2026
While the experience of seeing one of the 7 wonders of the world is spectacular, I must say that the personal experience with the tour operator/guide is not worth the hefty amount they charged me.
360 euros per couple, for an entry to Machu Picchu that costs 80 euros (per couple).
I would like them to explain where the remaining 280 euros went, since they did not provide us with bus tickets (we had to buy them a day before), and much less did they provide us with information. If it weren't for us insisting several times for them to explain what to do, we would still be waiting for the information.
I should also mention the ticket scalping they have; we supposedly paid for circuit 2, they gave us the official entry for circuit 1 to enter, and once inside they gave us a counterfeit for circuit 2.
I won't mention the guide's name out of respect, but the explanations were very vague, simple, and rehearsed the night before
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Daniel_M, Jun 2026
The agency provided a good advice with guidance on booking trains and buses to Machu Picchu, assistance in buying tickets for circuit 2 on arrival in Aguas Calientes, which takes you to Machu Picchu and a very good tourist guide. One day before the tour there was a downtime and the possibility of not getting a ticket, and it was necessary to postpone the visit for one day, but fortunately they managed to resolve and it all worked out and it was an incredible experience.
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Anna_H, Jun 2026
Great service, one is picked up directly from the train station and accompanied right away. The guide can speak excellent English/Spanish and provides informative information. Overall, the stay was a 10/10.
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JoseLuis_R, Apr 2026
We thought what was going to be private for us. But in the end there were four of us. The guide did not try very hard, very brief, We were not very satisfied. Enough, for the price. If I come back, I'll find another tour.
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Leonardo_K, Apr 2026
We made the tour 2A 9h and super worth it, great clean views and no fog. The guide Eduardo one of the best I have ever seen, told the whole story in each passage, we took the most out.
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Ticiana_O, Apr 2026
Excellent service. Guia Paulo was great and besides mastering all the content presented is kind and attentive. Super recommend the service!
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