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Marion
Nov 2024
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Machu Picchu and Galapagos
Action packed, interesting and our guides were excellent.
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Nov 2024
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Machu Picchu and Galapagos
A great combination of sight seeing and nature. Loved every minute.
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G Alan
Nov 2024
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Machu Picchu and Galapagos
Excellent tour leaders with good knowledge, interpersonal skills and organization. We had a day off which we really did not need and so organized a trip to the Rainb...
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Nov 2024
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Machu Picchu and Galapagos
Several trips done now and this has to be one with the most variety of scenery, climates and diversity, from altitude with snow, to snorkeling the warm waters of Gal...
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Trusted Customer
Nov 2024
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Machu Picchu and Galapagos
Our leader in Peru, Nilton, was excellent , as was Roberto, our leader in Ecuador My only regret, was an aspect of our visit to Machu Piccu, it was somewhat rigid, i...
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John
May 2024
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Machu Picchu & Galapagos
This trip is one of the very best i have experienced with explore over a period of 25yrs and 23 trips and if Machu Picchu inspired which it did, for me the best was ...
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Trusted Customer
May 2024
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Machu Picchu & Galapagos
It was a trip of a lifetime... Good itinerary. Great group....
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Trusted Customer
Apr 2024
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Machu Picchu & Galapagos
We had two tour leaders. Fabian in Ecuador was excellent. Informative, engaging and willing to expand on the itinerary to include information about the country, peop...
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Vanessa
Dec 2023
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Machu Picchu & Galapagos
Whole holiday was excellent. The itinerary was full on, but not too much and we got to see everything and more than I expected. The tour leaders were both lovely a...
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Per Ola Jonas
Dec 2023
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Machu Picchu & Galapagos
Seeing Machu Picchu and snorkelling in Galapagos
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Cynthia
Oct 2023
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Machu Picchu & Galapagos
This was a fantastic trip that provided opportunities to see so much over a very reasonable time frame. I would certainly recommend this trip as it caters to all fit...
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Trusted Customer
Oct 2023
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Machu Picchu & Galapagos
Difficult to choose as it was all excellent. I loved Machu Picchu. We were lucky that we had perfect weather so views were stunning. Galápagos wildlife was amazing b...
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Darren
Oct 2023
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Machu Picchu & Galapagos
Snorkelling in the Galapagos and the trip to Machu Picchu
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Carol
Oct 2023
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Machu Picchu & Galapagos
Machu Picchu and the boat trips in Galapagos
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Bryan
Oct 2023
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Machu Picchu & Galapagos
This whole trip was such a memorable experience. Cusco is a great city which I felt safe to explore alone and my first sight of Machu Picchu was just mind blowing. O...
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Andrew
Aug 2023
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Machu Picchu & Galapagos
Galápagos was extraordinary - our guide Anna was outstanding and it was an experience of a lifetime . Too much downtime in Peru. On free day in Cusco I arrange bird...
Editor’s Take
What to Look for in Machu Picchu Travel Reviews
Most trip reviews tend to focus on some or all of these 5 key areas, not all of which may be relevant to you: the tour guide, travel company, service level, country or countries traveled in, and the trip itinerary.
Remember, just because you see a 1 star review doesn’t necessarily mean that person disliked the country.
Reviews for tours of Machu Picchu are mostly 5 star. It is important to remember that Machu Picchu is often included on larger Peru or South America tours, typically taking 2-4 days of the itinerary depending on whether or not you are hiking in on the Inca Trail.
So, bear in mind that many of the ratings and reviews for Machu Picchu travel are also addressing many other Peru sights and activities.
When it comes to hiking the Inca Trail, most reviews are again positive and cite their guide and tour group as having a very positive effect on their well-being while on the trail. They also comment on how special the trek was as a bonding experience with their fellow tour attendees.
Trekking to Machu Picchu along any one of the three major trails is not easy by any means, but it is manageable for a wide range of travelers. That said, never book an experience like this unless you’re ready for some early mornings, high altitude, and long physically challenging days.
Unfortunately it can be difficult to gauge just how you’ll feel on the tour, especially when “moderately physical challenging” covers a very wide spectrum - and every traveler will interpret this differently. If you’re still worried after reading the itinerary, be sure to ask a tour company representative very clear questions about the elevation and terrain. This should help you determine if you can manage.
Accommodations around Machu Picchu are mostly limited to Aguas Calientes. Typically you won’t spend more than a night in the town, and you should expect hostel like conditions - comfortable but very basic.
For a professional take on traveling in Machu Picchu, see the Travelstride Machu Picchu Guide »
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