# Cookie Policy

- Link: https://www.machupicchu-trips.com/cookie-policy/
- Published: 2026-08-24T12:50:31+00:00
- Author: adminweb

**Effective Date:** August 24, 2026

**Last Updated:** August 24, 2026

**Website:** [https://www.machupicchu-trips.com/](https://www.machupicchu-trips.com/)

### 1. Introduction

Welcome to **Machu Picchu Trips** (“we,” “our,” or “us”). We are committed to protecting
your privacy and ensuring you have a positive experience on our website.

This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use cookies and similar tracking
technologies when you visit [https://www.machupicchu-trips.com/](https://www.machupicchu-trips.com/),
and what choices you have regarding their use.

### 2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, or other
device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work properly,
improve browsing efficiency, provide website functionality, and report analytical
information to site owners.

Cookies can be:

 * **Session Cookies:** Temporary cookies that are deleted automatically when you
   close your browser.
 * **Persistent Cookies:** Cookies that remain stored on your device until they 
   expire or you delete them manually.
 * **First-Party Cookies:** Set directly by our website.
 * **Third-Party Cookies:** Set by external service providers (e.g., Google Analytics,
   booking engines, payment processors, social media platforms).

### 3. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies to:

 * Ensure our website functions securely and correctly.
 * Enable tour browsing, booking inquiries, and shopping cart functions.
 * Remember your preferences (such as language, currency, or tour search filters).
 * Understand how visitors navigate and interact with our content so we can optimize
   our travel guides, itineraries, and user experience.
 * Deliver relevant travel offers, advertisements, and content tailored to your 
   interests.

### 4. Categories of Cookies We Use

  |  **Cookie Type** |  **Purpose** |  **Necessary?** |  
   |  **Strictly Necessary Cookies** |  Essential for website navigation, security, and accessing key features (e.g., booking forms, page navigation). |  **Yes** (Cannot be disabled) |  
 |  **Performance & Analytics Cookies** |  Collect aggregated, anonymous data about how visitors use the site (e.g., popular pages, bounce rates, error messages). |  **Optional** |  
 |  **Functionality Cookies** |  Remember your preferences, regional settings, and form inputs to provide an enhanced, personalized experience. |  **Optional** |  
 |  **Marketing & Targeting Cookies** |  Track browsing habits across websites to display relevant promotions and travel deals on third-party platforms. |  **Optional** |

### 5. Third-Party Services

We may use trusted third-party providers that set cookies on our site to assist 
with analytics, marketing, and customer service. These third parties may include:

 * **Google Analytics:** To analyze website traffic and visitor behavior.
 * **Payment Gateways & Booking Systems:** To process tour bookings and payments
   securely.
 * **Social Media Plugins:** (e.g., Facebook, Instagram, YouTube) to allow content
   sharing and embedded media.

Each third-party service provider operates under its own privacy and cookie policies.

### 6. Managing and Disabling Cookies

You have the right to accept or decline cookies.

 * **Cookie Consent Banner:** When you first visit our website, you can set your
   preferences via our cookie banner by accepting all cookies or customizing which
   non-essential categories you allow.
 * **Browser Settings:** Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through 
   their settings. You can configure your browser to notify you when a cookie is
   set, block cookies, or delete existing cookies.

To manage cookies in common browsers, visit:

 * [Google Chrome](https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647)
 * [Mozilla Firefox](https://www.google.com/search?q=https%3A%2F%2Fsupport.mozilla.org%2Fen-US%2Fkb%2Fcookies-information-websites-store-on-your-computer)
 * [Apple Safari](https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/manage-cookies-sfri11471/mac)
 * [Microsoft Edge](https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-edge/delete-cookies-in-microsoft-edge-63947406-40ac-c3b8-57b9-2a946a29ae09)

_Please note: Disabling strictly necessary cookies may affect website performance
and prevent certain features (such as online booking inquiries) from functioning
properly._

### 7. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our technology,
operational practices, or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this
page with an updated “Last Updated” date.

### 8. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns regarding our Cookie Policy or how we handle your
data, please contact us:

 * **Website:** [https://www.machupicchu-trips.com/](https://www.machupicchu-trips.com/)
 * **Email:** info@machupicchu-trips.com _(or your dedicated support email)_
 * **Address:** Cusco, Peru