Circuit 1
Panoramic
Focused on panoramic viewpoints and upper routes — the postcard perspective of the citadel and the surrounding Andes.
- 1-AMachu Picchu Mountain
- 1-BUpper Terrace
- 1-CIntipunku GateHigh Season Only
- 1-DInca BridgeHigh Season Only
Explore Machu Picchu with Your Own Private Guide
Discover the stories, history, and hidden details of Machu Picchu with a dedicated local expert.
Why a private guide
Machu Picchu is best understood with someone who knows its stories — and walks at your pace.
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100% Private Experience
Enjoy Machu Picchu exclusively with your own guide.
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Experienced Local Guides
Discover the remarkable stories behind the Inca civilization.
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Explore at Your Own Pace
A personalized experience designed around your interests.
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Easy Booking Process
Request your private guide in just a few simple steps.
The private guiding experience
A visit shaped around you
Your guide walks the circuit on your ticket with you, sharing the history of the citadel and adapting to your rhythm and curiosity.
What's included
- Professional private tour guide
- Personalized historical and cultural interpretation
- Guiding service for the selected circuit
- Assistance during the visit
- Experience adapted to your interests
How we coordinate your meeting
Full-Day Visitors
Meet your private guide at Machu Picchu Pueblo Train Station, according to your confirmed arrival arrangements.
Overnight Visitors
Enjoy a brief 10-minute meeting at your hotel the evening before your visit to coordinate the details of your Machu Picchu experience.
The mode that applies to you depends on your itinerary — tell us how you are visiting in the booking form.
- Machu Picchu entrance tickets are not included.
- The guiding service is subject to confirmation.
- Mountain and special hikes may require special conditions and different rates.
Our guides
Meet Our Local Guides
Passionate local experts who bring the history, culture, and stories of Machu Picchu to life.
Book Your Private GuideOur team is made up of licensed local guides with deep knowledge of the citadel, its history and its trails. Guiding is available in English, Spanish, Portuguese.
Your guide is assigned by our team according to your date, circuit and language — individual profiles will be published here soon.
Machu Picchu circuits
Three circuits, ten routes
Your entrance ticket defines your circuit and route. Choose yours and we'll arrange a guide for it.
Circuit 2
Classic
The classic visit of the citadel — temples, plazas and the finest examples of Inca stonework.
- 2-ADesigned Route
- 2-BLower Terrace
Circuit 3
Royalty
Focused on the lower sector of the citadel and complementary routes, including Huayna Picchu.
- 3-AHuayna Picchu Mountain
- 3-BDesigned Route
- 3-CGreat CavernHigh Season Only
- 3-DHuchuy Picchu MountainHigh Season Only
Book your guide
Request your private guide
This is a booking request. Your guide will be confirmed after our team reviews availability.
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How it works
Three simple steps
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Choose Your Visit
Select your date, circuit, route, entrance time, and preferred language.
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Request Your Private Guide
Complete your details and send your booking request.
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Receive Your Confirmation
Our team will review availability and confirm your private guiding arrangements.
Make Your Machu Picchu Experience Unforgettable
Explore one of the world's most extraordinary destinations with a knowledgeable private guide by your side.
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