Cusco Private Tours &amp; Local Tour Guides

Hola! My name is Michael, but my friends call me Mike, so please do call me that too. I am a licensed tour guide in Peru with a degree in tourism and archaeology and a lot of passion for my culture and my country that I love sharing. This is why I love so much to be a guide and I am looking forward to welcoming you to my beautiful country to learn more about its incredible history and nature. With me, you are ensured to get a quality, authentic experience of the real Peru through the eyes of locals. I was fortunate to be born and raised in Cusco, the ancient capital of the Incas. I have been working in tourism there for over 20 years, and during that time I have also hiked the Inca Trail professionally over 500 times! The Andes mountains are my home. I like meeting people from different parts of the world. I have traveled myself mostly all over South America but not much beyond. The tourists I am lucky enough to meet and assist also give me much back in terms of learning about other cultures and perspectives. Since the start of this year I've been offering virtual tours in Cusco as well as Machu Picchu using a gimbal giving you the option to learn more about these magnificent places from the comfort of your couch. I like to share a lot of knowledge with virtual travelers to bring Cusco and Machu Picchu to life, but I also try to be as interactive as possible so that you feel like you're walking in these locations with me. Hope to meet you soon!

Roger H.

When I was a schoolboy I realized I really love sharing my local culture, tradition and history with others, meeting new people and making friends. I was also good at learning English. Thus, all these background made my mind up to study Tourism. In addition, I was born and raised up in a village. Then who better than me can know the local culture and history as I have grown up speaking two languages: Quechua and Spanish, the first one, is our ancestors' language (my mother language too) with about 1. 5K years of speaking widely in the Andes. I have been guiding for the last 7 years. I am so excited to be more than your Tour Guide, a friend to trust in, who can guide you through this mysterious, historical and wonderful city, showcasing you the highlighting points, touring through the places off the beaten and making your journey unforgettable as I am passionate of what I do, because 'guiding' to me is not only a job but rather, a passion to which you (your family/friends) are welcome.

Hernan H.

I am a licensed local tour guide, born in Urubamba which is known as the Sacred Valley. I have a long experience in arranging exclusive private tours (23 years guiding) and excursions in Machu Picchu, Sacred Valley, Cusco, Puno and other regions. Whether you are coming single, with family or a big group of friends, I promise you will have an unforgettable experience in Peru and an ultimate break away from the crowds into the most intimate settings. I personally will carry out and conduct your tour (english and spanish). I Love to customize itineraries, sowhatever are your needs, don't hesitate to contact me, I will get back to you at the soonest with a sample of an adapted itinerary.

Bryan wilbert Q.

I'm tour guide, with permit and license to guide and operate tour groups to tourist attractions specially to Machu Picchu, the Sacred Valley, all places in Cusco and Peru.. I love guiding and organizing tours, I have many years of expertise in the tourism industry, and i can take you to the most remote places or the most famous places where you can enjoy each place.

Popular Cusco Private Tours

Inca Trail Private Trekking Tour-4 Day 3 Nights

4 days

The Inca Trail to Machu Picchu snakes its way through the Andes Mountains, tiny villages, following winding rivers and ruins that were abandoned long time ago. Explore The Inca Trail, hike through isolated communities with the best itinerary, best food, best porters, best tour guide!

FROM$3,500/ per group

Hernan H.

Palccoyo Rainbow Mountain Peru

9 hours 30 min

The “Palcoyo” or Palccoyo Rainbow mountain Peru; is a fascinating natural landscapes, located in the southeast Andes of Peru, above 4,800 meters above sea level, these 3 rainbow mountains, and the little stones forest in one place. Yes, it is not the same famous Vinicunca rainbow mountain, Palccoyo and Vinicunca are located in Cusco region, and in this this you do not need to walk much to get the place, only 5 minutes’ walk and you can start observing the magic views.

FROM$260/ per group

Bryan wilbert Q.

Classic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu Private - 4 days/3 nights

4 days

Hiking to Machu Picchu along the Inca Trail is an incredibly spiritual journey that you won’t soon forget. Trekking through the beautiful cloud forest, sleeping at campsites overlooking the magnificent Andes mountains and the sense of personal achievement when finally reaching the Sun Gate leading to Machu Picchu make the challenge completely worthwhile. We want you to leave with wonderful memories but also with some knowledge of the history and culture of Peru and the ancient Incas.

FROM$1,199/ per person

Michael L.

5.00 / 5

Day Tour from Cusco, Peru to the Colorful Rainbow Mountain

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12 hours

A wonderful one day trek from Cusco to visit the increasingly popular natural, multi-colored "rainbow mountain" (Vinicunca). You have the option to hike or ride a horse through the beautiful Andean valley to the top viewpoint. Along the way you will see snow capped peaks, herds of alpaca, glaciers and birds of prey, all set within this incredibly stunning mountain range at 5,200m above sea level. Sediment of minerals give the mountains its distinctive turquoise, lavender, gold colors.

New Cusco Private Tours

Complete Sacred Valley Tour

11 hours

The Sacred Valley Extended Tour is a great way to explore the whole Sacred Valley within a day and not to miss anything. This tour is a perfect option for those with very limited time and willing to see as much as possible. It is a historical-cultural tour based on the Incan sites: lifestyle, their living support, their economy base, their farming technology and tools, including their religion and the astronomical facts they achieved.

FROM$199/ per group

Roger H.

Sacred Valley Tour

10 hours

Located at an hour drive from Cusco city, the sacred valley is a fascinating place where several villages has being developed; where the weather is perfect during year round, and the views are amazing; the sacred valley is one of the places you can’t miss when you come to Peru; in it’s almost 60 miles long. Get amazed by the villages, the landscape, amazing mounts and ravines, daily departures along the year; Visit Chinchero, Ollantaytambo and Pisac: with expert local tour guides.

FROM$260/ per group

Bryan wilbert Q.

RAINBOW MOUNTAIN

10 hours 30 min

Vinicunca means "mountain of colors". It is also known as Rainbow Mountain. It is located at 5200 meters above sea level and belongs to the Ausangate mountain in the Vilcanota mountain range, it is the fifth highest mountain in Peru. Its coloration is natural due to the large amount of sedimentary stones in erosion, what makes it so beautiful and impressive is how these stones are formed to give it the appearance of a rainbow (7 colors).

FROM$420/ per group

Hernan H.

Day Tour to Machu Picchu from Cusco by Panoramic Train

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16 hours

You will enjoy an unmatched and mesmerizing panoramic train journey, to one of the new 7 Wonders of the World! Your journey takes you from Cusco to Aguas Calientes in style through the Sacred Valley of the Inca. Leaving the wide valleys, you enter a narrow canyon and sub-tropical jungle near the Amazon as you approach the town Aguas Calientes. From here, you take the shuttle up to enjoy a guided tour of Machu Picchu with private guide.

Cusco Tour Reviews

Lisa O.

5 / 5

May 6, 2024

Live Virtual Tour Cusco Peru, Ancient Capital of the Incas

1 hour 10 min

May 6, 2024

“Amazing Virtual Tour”

Our group just loved the tour of Cusco, Peru and Mike, our Tour Guide. I think Peru will have more tourists after having seen this virtual tour! Thank you!!

Michael L.

The m you very much Lisa

Rachel G.

5 / 5

Nov 5, 2021

Live Virtual Tour Machu Picchu Peru, New Wonder of the World

1 hour 30 min

Nov 5, 2021

“Virtual Tour of Machu Picchu”

Wow! What an amazing experience! I booked this as an opportunity for our students to "travel" and learn about a place we are unable to visit in person. Michael did an excellent job on this tour. He created a truly unique educational experience for our students and families. I have received many notes of positive feedback stating how much they enjoyed this experience. Michael was communicative through the whole process ensuring that the tour would meet the needs of our group. He was patient as we worked through some technical difficulties on our end. I would 100% recommend this tour. Thank you Michael for bringing the beauty of Peru and Machu Picchu to our homes.

Michael L.