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Our Expert Travel Consultants have curated a list of our top 9 Machu Picchu Tours to inspire your dream vacation. As one of the Seven Wonders of the World, a tour of Machu Picchu is one of the most popular things to do on any trip to Peru. Dating back to the 15th century, this ancient citadel provides travelers with an in-depth view of the Incan civilization and its surrounding regions. Include popular activities in your Machu Picchu tour such as trekking the renowned Inca Trail, or riding the luxury Hiram Bingham Peru train along the Urubamba river. You can also seamlessly combine a trip to the Galapagos Islands or the Amazon Rainforest with your Machu Picchu Travel Package. Our custom-designed toursΒ include hotels, private excursions, transportation, and local guides; we can include everything that you need on your trip to Machu Picchu.

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Recommended Machu Picchu Tours

Blending cultures steeped in tradition, epic historical ruins, breathtaking landscapes, and tantalizing cuisine, our Essence of Peru Tour combines all the best of Peru. Accompanied by local guides, travelers are guaranteed an insiders’ look at the wonders that Peru has to offer, including Machu Picchu. Why not add a trek along the celebrated Inca trail? Or relax in comfort on one of the many trains on the way to the citadel. Learn about Machu Picchu’s background and, of course, take the time to explore the ruin by yourself, taking in every detail. Find your favorite spots, whether in an ancient structure or alongside an alpaca overlooking the stunning Andean mountain views. For a comprehensive tour of South America, consider our From Machu Picchu to Rio de Janeiro Tour. Explore the great wonders of not only Peru but exotic Brazil and Paraguay. Visit the cultural epicenter Lima, mystical Lake Titicaca, epic Iguazu Falls, quaint Asuncion and, of course, the beach paradise, Rio de Janeiro.

South America is an incredibly varied continent, with each region claiming its own unique cultures, significant sites, and natural beauty. Consider combining a tour of Machu Picchu with an Amazon Rainforest tour to experience the epic scope of this continent. From the highest peaks of the Andean mountain range, surrounded in history at Machu Picchu, venture into the biodiverse Peruvian Amazon Rainforest. Along the shores of the Tambopata River, relax in an ecolodge surrounded by nature. Excursions are centered around the incredible flora and fauna of the rainforest, spotting various jungle species, like the macaw, caiman and even jaguars.

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Planning a vacation to Machu Picchu requires an understanding of the various train options as well as booking tickets for shuttle buses and entrance tickets to Machu Picchu for different times of day – we take care of all these details. Our Machu Picchu vacations include all this, but more too! Our custom-designed tours are completely customizable and include hotels, private excursions, transportation, and local guides. We can include everything that you need, whether you’re in search of a comfortable or luxurious trip to Machu Picchu.

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Tour Name Price Duration Description
South America Deluxe Tour from $5247 26 Days This deluxe tour is perfect for honeymooners or those who want to see the highlights of South America in style. On this deluxe tour, you will visit...
The Essence of Peru from $3179 15 Days Historic Lima, the Ballestas Isles (the 'Galapagos of Peru'), Nazca Lines, the white city of Arequipa, Lake Titicaca, mystic Cuzco, the Sacred Valley...
Galapagos Cruise and Machu Picchu from $4791 12 Days The Galapagos Islands and Machu Picchu are two of the must-see highlights in South America. Lucky for you, Galapagos and Machu Picchu tours are just...
Machu Picchu & the Amazon Jungle Tour from $1595 8 Days Discover two of Peru's best wonders on this Machu Picchu and Amazon jungle tour. First, visit Lima, the burgeoning capital of Peru, and then follow...
The Incas, Uros, Gauchos & Cariocas Tour from $3328 18 Days Embark on an 18-day journey through the Land of the Incas, where the remnants of their great civilization continue to capture the imagination. From...

Machu Picchu Travel FAQ’s

Thinking about a Machu Picchu trip? Here’s a list of frequently asked questions we often hear from our guests. Visit ourΒ Machu Picchu Vacation PlanningΒ page for in-depth Machu Picchu travel tips.

When is the best time to visit Machu Picchu?


Wondering when the best time to visit Machu Picchu is? It is accessible year-round. The Inca Trail is closed in February for maintenance, but the ruins themselves are still open and can be reached by train. Machu Picchu has two distinct seasons: the wet season from November to March and the dry season from April to November. During the dry season, the skies are clear and temperatures are cooler, particularly at night. This is also considered the busy season, with an influx of visitors from June to August. The wet season is during the summer in Peru. In addition to increased rain, travelers can expect higher temperatures and fewer tourists crowds at the famed site and Cusco.

Is it safe to travel to Machu Picchu?

Machu Picchu is a very safe place to travel to! You can get there only by train or by trekking. Should you take the Inca trail, make sure you are well prepared. It can be dangerous to your health should you not give your body enough time to acclimatize to the high altitude. While Machu Picchu and the train line to get there are far down in the valley are no danger to your health. The trek takes over several passes high up in the mountains. All of our tours of Machu Picchu offer the option for a private local guide, to make sure travelers feel safe while touring the ruins.

Can you visit Machu Picchu in a day?

Yes, you can tour Machu Picchu in a day from Cuzco or from the Sacred Valley. But that would be very rushed. We recommend that you stay overnight down below the ruins and consider coming back the following morning to see more.

What is the best way to visit Machu Picchu?

The best way to visit Machu Picchu depends on you! If you like hiking, trekking, you might want to hike there – and maybe take the train back. Or you just take the train, which has several different levels of comfort starting from the Expedition train, then the Vistadome with large windows for great views and the luxurious Hiram Bingham train.
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