The 15 Best Private Tours in Peru

1.Private transfers from Lima Airport or to Lima Airport

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 359 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $21Our pick

This private transfer connects New Jorge Chávez International Airport with your Lima hotel in about an hour. A driver meets you with a name sign for arrivals, or arrives five minutes early for departures. Expect an air-conditioned car, free Wi-Fi, and a direct ride for your group. Clear WhatsApp contact is useful.

“Direction are SUPER confusing. We were sent to the wrong place and had to pay for another taxi. A waste of 48$ and very upsetting at night in a new country. Would not recommend. Just get a taxi on sight at the airport.”

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2.City Tour in Cusco & visit Museum South American Camelid Private.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 147 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $49Top rated

Spend about six hours with a private guide exploring Cusco’s Plaza de Armas, Qorikancha, Sacsayhuaman, Q’enqo, Puka Pukara, and Tambomachay. You’ll also visit Manos De La Comunidad to see llamas, alpacas, vicuñas, and weaving. Guides such as Christian, Americo, Percy, and Juan Vargas are praised for strong local insight, though English quality can vary.

“We had a good experience in general. Our guide was nice and hospitable. Unfortunately it started raining after our second site and we were not able to go to see the other sites. Please be aware that almost all sites in tour are outdoor and weather plays a big part in your experience.”

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3.Private Tour to Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu from Cusco

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 133 reviews · 2 days (approx.) · from $600

This private two-day trip links the Sacred Valley with Machu Picchu, beginning with Chinchero, Maras, Moray, lunch in Urubamba, and Ollantaytambo. You travel by train to Machu Picchu, stay in Aguas Calientes, then take a three-hour guided citadel visit. Guides including Willy, Shirley, and Elvis have earned special praise for care, history, and photos.

“Willy was a wonderful guide. He cares so much for his tourists, he knows very well the story. He was very helpful and pleased all the people in the tour. I recommend him 100% for your next visit to Peru.”

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4.Private Rainbow Mountain Full Day Tour from Cusco

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 129 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $119

Leave Cusco around 3:30 a.m. for a private hike to Vinicunca, with an English or Spanish-speaking guide, breakfast and buffet lunch included. You will see Ausangate, alpacas, and Red Hill, with time for photos. The optional Red Valley area costs 30 soles extra. Guides may include David, Darwin, Luis, Carlos, or Marco.

“This was a very exciting and well planed out trip! I would highly recommend using their service for rainbow mountain. Thank you so much”

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5.Full Day Private Guided Tour in Machu Picchu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 115 reviews · 12 to 18 hours (approx.) · from $339

Travel from Cusco to Machu Picchu by tourist train, then explore the citadel with a private English, Spanish, or Portuguese-speaking guide. Guides such as Eduardo, John, Sam, and Rebecca have been praised for clear explanations and excellent photos. Lunch in Aguas Calientes is included, but expect a very long day.

“Super well organized tour. Every moment so worth it. This is as the main reason for coming to Peru our first time and this tour exceeded our expectations. Rubi was so informative and answers all our questions. The train was a nice experience with beautiful views on our way to Machu Picchu. You must do this activity.”

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6.Sacred Valley Full-Day Private Tour from Urubamba & Ollantaytambo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 112 reviews · 9 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $135

Travel privately from Urubamba or Ollantaytambo to four major Sacred Valley sights: Ollantaytambo, Moray, Maras, and Chinchero. Guides such as Pablo, Ferdinand, and Sam add local insight, while a private van lets you adjust the pace, avoid some crowds, and finish at your hotel or another agreed destination.

“Fantastic trip of the Sacred Valley. Pablo was so knowledgeable and passionate about his culture. We really got a great education on Inca history. It was great having no extra shopping stops and our driver Raphael was very obliging, stopping at places when we asked him. A great and memorable day.”

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7.Private Taxi Transfers to Lima Jorge Chavez Airport

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 109 reviews · 40 minutes to 1 hour (approx.) · from $16

Book a private ride with Suyay Transfer between Jorge Chavez Airport and your hotel, Airbnb, Callao port, a restaurant, attraction, or Ica bus terminal. Expect a driver with your name on a sign, flight-delay monitoring, communication from booking through arrival, and a 40-minute to one-hour trip, depending on Lima traffic.

“Seamless airport transfer—our driver arrived at the hotel lobby right on time and made the whole process smooth and stress-free”

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8.Historic Downtown, Miraflores & Catacombs Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 100 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $75

Explore Lima with a private guide such as María, Sofía, Alexandra, or William. Walk Miraflores, see San Isidro’s olive trees, visit colonial plazas and the Cathedral, then tour San Francisco Convent and its catacombs. Private transport, snacks, and a drink are included, with morning, afternoon, and early evening departures.

“This was one of the best city tours we've ever taken. John, our driver, safely maneuvered the insane Lima traffic with skill, ease and great attitude! Alexandra was extremely well informed and directed us with true joy through her city. She was interesting and fun to be with. She was also flexible, altering our tour a little to spend more time in a specific location that we wanted to hear more about. She rerouted us to avoid too many steps for me. Great guide!”

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9.The 10 Tastings of Lima With Locals: Private Street Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 92 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

Spend three hours with a private local guide tasting ten Lima foods and drinks, from turrón and Andean potatoes to ceviche, coffee, dumplings, and local churros. Walk through Plaza San Martín, Mercado Central, Barrio Chino, and Lima’s historic center while your guide explains the city’s food, customs, and major landmarks. Vegetarian alternatives are available.

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10.Private Tour Guide Service

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 90 reviews · 2 hours

Meet guides such as Roberto, Gregory, or Sara in Aguas Calientes, then travel by bus to Machu Picchu for a private two-hour tour. Your guide explains Inca architecture, local plants, legends, and key buildings while helping with timing, photos, and crowd navigation. The $98 rate covers up to eight people, but bus fares and entry tickets are separate.

“Obviously, Machu Picchu was awesome, but our tour guide Gregory made it all that much more memorable. He was great with me and my wife and our 8 year old son. I really can’t say enough good things about him and the tour. Well worth the money in every way!!”

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11.Machupicchu Full Day In Private Service

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 90 reviews · 1 day (approx.) · from $540

Travel from Cusco to Machu Picchu by private road transport and PeruRail Expedition train. Your guide meets you in Machu Picchu town, leads a two-hour private visit, and helps with buses and site entry. Lunch is not included, and the day returns to Cusco at night.

“This was such a great experience, especially traveling in a quasi-solo format for the first time. They met us at our hotel the day before to make sure we had all of our tickets and understood the schedule for the following day. They also reviewed what we would need in order for it to be a great day. In the morning our ride, Andres, picked us up right on time from our hotel and we had a very safe and comfortable ride to Ollantaytambo. He was even kind enough to let us practice our Spanish and we learned a lot about the countryside. He gave us a great directions on…”

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12.Excursion to MachuPicchu from Cusco with lunch | Private Service|

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 87 reviews · 15 hours (approx.) · from $331

This private Machu Picchu day trip collects you from central Cusco around 3 to 4 am, then links minivan, bus, Expedition train, and Consettur bus travel to the ruins. A private English or Spanish-speaking guide leads a two-hour visit before lunch in Aguas Calientes. Entrance tickets are subject to availability and may cost extra.

“Too much for one day. About 5 hours each way to/from Cusco. Maybe stay in Aguas Caliente or Ollayantytambo.”

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13.Private Palccoyo Rainbow Hike Without the Crowds

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 86 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $199

Leave Cusco at 3:30 am for Palccoyo, a quieter alternative to Vinicunca. You’ll ride in modified transport, eat breakfast and lunch, walk among three colorful mountains, and may accompany an alpaca or llama. The stone forest is optional. Groups have up to eight people, with a private guide for bookings after 3.11.2025.

“We had a fantastic time exploring Palcoyo, thanks to our experienced guide, Jesús Carrion. The tour started promptly, and Jesús took great care of us throughout the day. Although the walk to Palcoyo, also known as the alternative Rainbow Mountain, was relatively easy and moderate, the high altitude of 4900m caused my husband to feel short of breath. Jesús made a concerted effort to ensure his well-being while also keeping an eye on the rest of the group. Compared to Vinicunca, Palcoyo was noticeably less crowded, and it offered breathtaking views of three rainbow mountains, the red valley, and the stone forest. Unfortunately, we had to skip the stone forest…”

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14.Machu Picchu Private Archaeological and Historical Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 86 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.)

Explore Machu Picchu for about three hours with a private guide such as Eric, Sophia, or Ericson. Expect Inca history, architecture, photo help, and pickup from your Aguas Calientes hotel or train station. Entry and bus tickets cost extra, and your route depends on your Machu Picchu circuit.

“Ericson was super knowledgeable and very friendly. I had a great time walking round the circuit. I would highly recommend booking a tour with him. Thank you!”

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15.Private Tour to the Astonished Nazca Lines and Huacachina Oasis

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 84 reviews · 14 hours (approx.) · from $650

Leave Lima at 6 a.m. for a private 14-hour day with a guide and driver. Fly over the Nazca Lines from Pisco, taste wine and pisco at Pisco Nietto, then ride dune buggies and sandboard at Huacachina. Guides such as Ronald and Felipe add history and flexibility, while the long return drive is the main trade-off.

“This was such an incredible experience of a lifetime. We were very comfortable with the driver. He was very good and we felt safe at all times. He was very polite and opened the door for us and he treated us with such kindness. Ronald the guide was soooo fun and very knowledgeable about each of the excursions we went on. The driver at the Huachina oasis was fabulous it was like having our own amusement park and we went Sandboarding. He helped us get on the board and easily explained the process! Ronald is very knowledgeable about the area and its history. We then went a winery that made…”

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