Machu Picchu Circuit 2 Entrance Ticket with Guided Tour

Cusco, Peru

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3 to 5 hours (approx.)
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Group discounts
Offered in: English

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Overview

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

Aguas Calientes

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Bus to Machu Picchu

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu

3 hours • Admission Ticket Included

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

4.4

based on 17 reviews

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terrible experience

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

Rene the ultimate guide is 2nd to none!

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

Bad company, great guide

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.

Fantastic Experience

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!

Your last chance if you missed to book a ticket ahead

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.

Incredible experience with Americo

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.

Everything well organized...

Helen_K, Apr 2026

Everything well organized including follow up regarding our questions and meeting points. Friendly and informed guide.

Great tour for first timers!

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.

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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.

Just satisfied.

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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We made the tour 2A 9h and...

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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