Machu Picchu Travel

What Machu Picchu Travel does

Machu Picchu Travel is a family-owned, Cusco-based inbound travel agency founded in 2003 that specializes in selling all-inclusive tour packages to Peru and other South American destinations, primarily to international individual travelers. Its core product is multi-day packaged itineraries ranging from 1 to 30 days that bundle hotels, ground transportation, entrance tickets, guided tours, and meals, with pricing tiers from 2-star to 5-star accommodation and optional rail upgrades (e.g., Vistadome +USD 50, Hiram Bingham +USD 900); example 2026 packages include a 25-day comprehensive Peru tour at USD 4,950 per person in a 4-star double room. Trekking products such as the Inca Trail and the Salkantay Sky Camp route, plus adventure add-ons (hot air balloon, paragliding, rafting), supplement the sightseeing catalog.

The company operates as a direct-to-consumer reseller with no proprietary technology stack disclosed; its commercial infrastructure consists of a multi-language website (English, Spanish, Portuguese) at machupicchu.com.pe, WhatsApp messaging, phone lines, and email, supported by an SEO-optimized content library and a YouTube channel hosting thousands of customer testimonial videos. Commercial partnerships with the only two rail operators on the Cusco–Aguas Calientes route, Inca Rail and Peru Rail, are the central operational integrations, providing bundled ticket allocation that mitigates the well-known sell-out risk for Machu Picchu entry.

Revenue is generated on a per-booking, per-package basis, with credit-card payments carrying an 8% surcharge and a 50% deposit required to reserve; the agency reports having served more than 100,000 tourists over 21 years and has held TripAdvisor's Certificate of Excellence for 10 consecutive years through 2024. No institutional investors, parent company, funding rounds, or management team disclosures are present in the available data, and the company operates without subsidiaries, formal certifications, or disclosed revenue figures.

Name

Machu Picchu Travel

Legal name

Machu Picchu Travel

Website

https://machupicchu.com.pe

Company type

Private

Founded year

2003

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Machu Picchu Travel is a family-owned Cusco-based travel agency (founded 2003) that sells all-inclusive Peru and South America tour packages to international individual travelers through a multi-language website, WhatsApp, and bundled rail partnerships with Inca Rail and Peru Rail.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Tour Operator Services

NAICS

Tour Operators (561520), Travel Agencies (561510)

akta.pro primary industry

Adventure & Expedition Travel Agencies (THAKAFAB)

akta.pro secondary industry

Multi-Activity & Expedition Packages (Guided Adventure Trips) (THAJABAL)

Keywords

• Peru tour packages
• Machu Picchu tours
• Inca Trail trekking
• South America travel
• Guided cultural tours

Headquarters

HQ city

Cusco

HQ country

Peru

HQ region

Latin America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Others

Revenue model

1. Packaged Tour Sales: The company generates revenue primarily through selling all-inclusive tour packages to Peru that include hotels, transportation, entrance tickets, guided tours, and meals. Tours range from 1 to 30 days covering destinations across Peru including Machu Picchu, Cusco, Sacred Valley, Lake Titicaca, Nazca Lines, Colca Canyon, Amazon River, and other attractions. Revenue is generated on a per-person, per-package basis with pricing varying by hotel category (2-star, 3-star, 4-star, 5-star), room occupancy (double, single, triple), and optional upgrades.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Machu Picchu Travel is a Cusco-based travel agency that sells all-inclusive tour packages to Peru and South America. Packages bundle hotels, transportation, entrance tickets, guided tours, and meals, with durations ranging from 1 to 30 days and hotel categories from 2-star to 5-star. The agency sells directly to international individual tourists via its multilingual website, WhatsApp, phone, and email, with no third-party reseller channels.

Product overview

Machu Picchu Travel is a travel agency offering tour packages and travel services as a unified product portfolio. Their core offerings include multi-day tour packages ranging from 1 to 30 days covering Peru destinations (Lima, Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Lake Titicaca, Arequipa, Colca Canyon, Nazca Lines, Amazon), specialized Inca Trail and Salkantay treks with Sky Camp accommodation options, Machu Picchu day trips via Inca Rail or Peru Rail, Latin America multi-country tours (Bolivia, Ecuador, Colombia, Brazil, Chile), and adventure activities (horseback riding, hot air balloon, paragliding, rafting, biking). The company positions these as all-inclusive packages that can be combined or booked separately.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Tour in Peru 25 Days Comprehensive 25-day all-inclusive tour of Peru covering Lima, Chiclayo, Lord of Sipán, Trujillo, Chan Chan, Ballestas Islands, Paracas, Nazca Lines, Arequipa, Colca Canyon, Lake Titicaca, Cusco, Sacred Valley, Maras Moray, Humantay Lagoon, Rainbow Mountain, and Machu Picchu for international individual travelers.
• Tour in Peru 24 Days 24-day all-inclusive tour of Peru visiting Lima, Nazca, Cusco, Maras Moray, Rainbow Mountain, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Trujillo, Chiclayo, Arequipa, Colca Canyon, Puno, and Lake Titicaca for international leisure travelers.
• Tour in Peru 23 Days 23-day all-inclusive Peru tour covering Lima, Nazca, Machu Picchu, Trujillo, Chiclayo, Arequipa, Colca Canyon, Puno, Lake Titicaca, and Cusco, priced at USD 4,695 per person in double occupancy with 4-star hotels.
• Tour in Peru 21 Days 21-day all-inclusive Peru tour including Amazon extension, visiting Lima, Nazca, Cusco, Sacred Valley, Rainbow Mountain, Machu Picchu, Arequipa, Colca Canyon, Puno, Lake Titicaca, and Puerto Maldonado, priced from USD 3,470 per person (2-star) to USD 5,755 (5-star) in double occupancy.
• Machu Picchu Tours (Day Trips and Short Stays) Day and multi-day tours to Machu Picchu using Inca Rail or Peru Rail services, including 1-day tours and 2-day tours with Sacred Valley and Huayna Picchu options, for individual travelers and small groups.
• Inca Trail Treks Guided hiking tours along the Inca Trail including 2-day and 4-day standard treks, a 4-day luxury trek, and access to Choquequirao ruins for trekking-oriented international tourists.
• Salkantay Trek with Sky Camp Multi-day trekking package through Nevado Salkantay to Machu Picchu with Sky Camp accommodations, including 4-day itineraries with overnight stays at Soraypampa Sky Camp, Andean Huts, Jungle Domes, and a hotel in Aguas Calientes; available by custom quotation.
• Latin America Multi-Country Tours Multi-country tours covering Bolivia (Uyuni, La Paz, Copacabana), Ecuador (Galapagos Islands), Colombia, Brazil, and Chile (Santiago, Easter Island, Patagonia) for international travelers seeking broader South American itineraries.
• Adventure Activities Standalone adventure add-on experiences including horseback riding, hot air balloon tours over Cusco, paragliding in Chinchero, rafting in Ollantaytambo, and bicycle tours through the Sacred Valley, Maras, and Moray.

Quantifiable outcome

• 100,000+ tourists served over 21 years of operation
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Inca RailcoreTechnology or IntegrationInca Rail is a railway company providing train transportation services from Cusco/Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu town). Machu Picchu Travel offers tours using Inca Rail services, including 1-day Machu Picchu tours and package tours. The partnership provides train ticketing integration within tour packages.
• Peru RailcoreTechnology or IntegrationPeru Rail provides train services on the Cusco-Machu Picchu route. Machu Picchu Travel incorporates Peru Rail trains (Expedition, Vistadome, and Hiram Bingham services) into their tour packages. Optional upgrades to premium train services are offered as add-ons.
• Asociación de Agencias de Turismo del CuscominorOthersTrade association membership for tourism agencies based in Cusco. Represents member travel agencies and supports tourism industry standards in the Cusco region.
• Cámara de Comercio del CuscominorOthersChamber of Commerce membership for businesses in Cusco region. Provides business networking and advocacy services.
• Marca PerúminorOthersPeru's official country brand promoted by the Peruvian Export and Tourism Promotion Board (PROMPERÚ). Promotes Peru as a tourist and trade destination internationally.
• Feria Internacional de TurismominorOthersInternational Tourism Fair where Machu Picchu Travel participates as a member. Major tourism industry event for networking and promotion.
• Cámara de Comercio de LimaminorOthersLima Chamber of Commerce membership providing business support and networking services for member companies.
• World Confederation of Businesses (WorldConfederation)minorOthersInternational business organization providing networking, recognition, and business development services for member companies.
• Cámara de TurismominorOthersTourism Chamber membership supporting tourism businesses and industry advocacy.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves1 record

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Peru Hop: Peru-focused flexible-hop bus and tour service covering Lima, Cusco, Puno, and other key destinations popular with backpackers and budget travelers. Comparable in Peru-only destination focus and international DTC positioning.
• Kuoda Travel: Peru-based luxury tour operator specializing in bespoke multi-day itineraries including Machu Picchu, Sacred Valley, and the Amazon. Comparable in product structure, Peru focus, and tiered offerings from mid-range to luxury.
• Intrepid Travel: Global adventure tour operator offering small-group itineraries across South America including Peru, with packaged multi-day tours covering Machu Picchu, Cusco, and the Inca Trail. Highly comparable in adventure/expedition tour category and customer profile.
• Exodus Travels: UK-based adventure and cultural tour operator offering escorted small-group trips in Peru including the Inca Trail, Sacred Valley, and Lake Titicaca. Comparable in adventure/cultural tour product and international customer base.
• G Adventures: Adventure travel company with deep Peru and broader South America tour offerings, including Inca Trail treks and multi-country packages. Directly comparable in product, target market, and small-group adventure positioning.
• Lima Tours: Established Peruvian tour operator offering multi-day packages, Machu Picchu tours, and Latin America itineraries with similar premium and standard hotel tiers. Direct comparable in operating geography, customer profile, and product depth.
• Tierras Vivas: Peru-focused tour operator offering Inca Trail treks, Salkantay routes, and multi-day packages to Machu Picchu and beyond. Direct competitor in the same niche, targeting international adventure travelers.

Broad incumbents

• Viator: Large OTA for tours and activities worldwide, including a substantial inventory of Machu Picchu day trips and multi-day Peru packages. Comparable customer base and product category, though operating as an aggregator rather than a specialized tour operator.
• GetYourGuide: Global OTA for tours, attractions, and activities with significant Cusco and Machu Picchu inventory. Comparable customer segments (international leisure travelers) but broader scope and platform-driven model.

Emerging players

• REI Adventures: Guided adventure travel program offering trekking and cultural trips including Inca Trail itineraries, with comparable target market of experience-seeking North American travelers. Less Peru-focused but overlaps in adventure/trekking category.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@machupicchutravel/videos
• Xx.com/machupicchusa
• Facebookfacebook.com/ToursaMachuPicchu
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/machupicchutravel

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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