About this experience
Can't find Circuit 2 tickets? We have you covered! We exclusively provide the highly-coveted Circuit 2 (Classic Route), the only path that guarantees the iconic panoramic postcard photo of Machu Picchu that every traveler dreams of. While standard tours rush you through in 90 minutes, we offer a premium 2-hour and 30-minute private immersion led by a top-rated official guide.
Your private journey is meticulously designed to explore the heart of the Inca Empire at your own pace. You will marvel at the majestic Temple of the Sun, the sacred Three Windows, and the Main Temples, discovering historical secrets that large groups simply miss. This is a VIP, tailor-made experience focused on quality, comfort, and storytelling. We handle the official tickets and the logistics so you can enjoy a stress-free, crowd-free, and perfect visit. If you are looking for the most complete and professional way to see the Wonder of the World, this is it.
At a glance
- Duration: 3 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 3 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.
Before you go
- 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. 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. 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 to ensure a perfect match between your entry time and train schedule.
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What is included
- Access to a tourist restaurant with free use of facilities (restrooms and seating area).
- Private Official Guide
- Reception & Transfer in Aguas Calientes
- Entry/Admission - Machu Picchu (Circuit 2)
Not included
- Round-trip train tickets to/from Aguas Calientes.
- Round-trip bus tickets between Aguas Calientes and Machu Picchu (Consettur).
- Personal expenses, food, and drinks not mentioned.
- Tips
- Pickup from hotels in Cusco
Itinerary and highlights
On this exclusive 2.5-hour private tour, you will experience the very best of Machu Picchu via the Classic Circuit 2.
Your journey begins at the iconic guardian’s house sector, the precise spot where you will capture the famous panoramic postcard photo of the citadel with Huayna Picchu in the background. After securing your memories, your expert guide will lead you through the heart of the Inca city. You will marvel at the precision of the Temple of the Sun, stand in awe before the Sacred Plaza, and explore the Temple of the Three Windows and the Main Temple.
Unlike crowded group tours, this private experience allows you to delve deep into the history, spirituality, and architectural genius of the Incas at your own pace. Your guide will share hidden stories and details of the Intihuatana pyramid and the residential sectors, ensuring a high-quality, immersive visit to the New Wonder of the World.
Meeting and pickup information
- We pick up all our travelers at the Machu Picchu Train Station in Aguas Calientes. Our representative will be waiting at the station exit holding a sign with your name or the Chullpi Expeditions logo. We will guide you to a comfortable resting point in a local tourist restaurant. Here, you can relax and use the facilities (restrooms and seating) completely free of charge while waiting for your scheduled entry time. There is no obligation to consume anything; we simply want to provide you with a stress-free and hospitable home base before starting your 2.5-hour private tour of the sanctuary.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- CHULLPI EXPEDITIONS S.A.C.
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- 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 information regarding entry to Machu Picchu: Throughout June and until July 15th, the Circuit 3 – Designed Route will be available, which is an alternative very similar to the traditional Circuit 2, allowing visitors to enjoy a very complete experience inside the sanctuary. With this route, you will be able to take the classic photo of Machu Picchu from the agricultural area and visit the main archaeological attractions, such as the main ruins, ceremonial plazas, temples, the House of the Inka, the House of the Condor, the Sacred Pyramid viewpoint, and the famous Three Windows. The tour lasts approximately 2 hours and 50 minutes, allowing enough time to explore the most important areas of the site comfortably. In addition, this route helps avoid long queues and crowds, providing a more comfortable, organized, and enjoyable visit, allowing us to manage this process quickly and efficiently, helping you avoid long lines at the Machu Picchu ticket office and saving you valuable time during your visit. Please note that Circuit 3B offers a more extensive route within the citadel, allowing for a broader exploration of the main archaeological sectors and providing a more complete experience inside Machu Picchu.
- IMPORTANT: Once your booking is confirmed, please send us clear photos of all participants' passports via the Viator messaging system. 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. 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 to ensure a perfect match between your entry time and train schedule.
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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We will guide you to a comfortable resting point in a local tourist restaurant. Here, you can relax and use the facilities (restrooms and seating) completely free of charge while waiting for your scheduled entry time. There is no obligation to consume anything; we simply want to provide you with a stress-free and hospitable home base before starting your 2.5-hour private tour of the sanctuary.
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