How to Get to Machu Picchu

Spend 11 days getting to know Peru on this journey with Smartours. Explore the history of Cusco, Lima, Pisac, the Sacred Valley, and visit the awe inspiring Machu Picchu on an expert led tour. Round out your trip with a visit to the beautiful Lake Titicaca which provides a glimpse into native life and customs, virtually unchanged over 500 years.

Prepare for the ultimate adventure with this trip, jam packed with active activities like snorkeling, kayaking, and hiking to the top of a volcano. Your journey will begin in the Galapagos, and culminate with a train trip to the beautiful Machu Picchu archaeological site. Explore the ruins with your guide and then enjoy a delicious local meal in Aguas Calientes. The following day offers more time to see the site, including from the top of Huanya Picchu if you choose to attempt the challenging hike.  

Explore Machu Picchu and the Amazon on this 16 day journey with G Adventures. Get a sense for the wild jungle as you travel down the famed Amazon river. Arrive in Peru and learn about the history of Lima, enjoy delicious food, and rest before heading on to the awe inspiring archaeological site, Machu Picchu, high in the Andes.

This tour introduces you to the jungle life with tours led by naturalists, canoe trips, and hikes where you'll discover the incredible variation in flora and fauna exhibited in the rainforest. Once you reach Peru, enjoy a relaxing history tour before choosing between two different options to get to Machu Picchu. You can either trek a shorter version of the Inca trail or take the scenic train journey. 

Can you experience Machu Picchu in luxury? Yes, says this beautifully laid out 7 day tour from Aracari. Enjoy delicious meals, luxurious accommodation and transportation as you soak in the history of Peru throughout your journey. Two full days are dedicated to Machu Picchu on this tour, allowing you the time to truly absorb its impressive legacy.

This 10 day journey with National Geographic Expeditions includes a 4 day trek to Machu Picchu from Huaraqmachy. You'll get a sense of the local food, culture, and history as you trek from lodge to lodge. Marvel at the diverse wildlife and beautiful views, as you pass through ancient Incan lands on your way to the main attraction. Spend two days exploring Machu Picchu before heading back to Cusco via train. 

On this luxury private tour, explore the extensive fascinating history of the Sacred Valley. Enjoy guided tours of Cusco's beautiful churches, temples, thriving markets, and ancient archaeological sites. Spend a day exploring Machu Picchu and enjoy a wonderful lunch at the Sanctuary Lodge as you marvel at Machu Picchu's enduring mystery.

Enjoy this more off the beaten track route to Machu Picchu. You'll begin your trek straight out of Cusco, and reach Machu Picchu in 4 days. Spend the first part of your visit to the site with a guide, learning the history of this incredible archaeological site. Then spend the rest of the day exploring on your own.