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Machu Picchu Ticket Availability
Machu Picchu Ticket
Check the Official Availability of the Machu Picchu ticket.
Due to recent high-demand issues at Machu Picchu, we’ve organized the following information so you can plan your visit. Contact an advisor if you need assistance—we’re online!
Circuits and Routes in Machu Picchu
| Routes | Daily Availability |
|---|---|
| Circuit 1 – Panoramic Circuit | |
| Route 1-A: Machu Picchu Mountain Route | 300 people |
| Route 1-B: Upper Terrace Route | 350 people |
| Route 1-C: Intipunku Gateway Route | 180 people |
| Route 1-D: Inca Bridge Route | 80 people |
| Circuit 2 - Classic Circuit | |
| Route 2-A: Designed Classic Route | 950 people |
| Route 2-B: Lower Terrace Route | 950 people |
| Circuit 3 - Royal Circuit | |
| Route 3-A: Waynapicchu Mountain Route | 350 people |
| Route 3-B: Designed Royal Route | 600 people |
| Route 3-C: Great Cavern Route | 200 people |
| Route 3-D: Huchuypicchu Route | 50 people |
| * If your dream is to climb one of these mountains and take that epic photo from the summit, book at least three months in advance. We're not exaggerating! WhatsApp inquiries |
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Types of Machu Picchu Tickets
The entrance fee is organized into different categories, established according to the visitor's nationality and specific conditions that may apply.
- Foreigners: Visitors whose nationality does not belong to the countries of the Andean Community.
- CAN Countries or Foreign Residents: Bolivia, Colombia, and Ecuador. This category applies to both citizens of the Andean Community and foreigners with legal residence in these countries.
- Nationals: Exclusive to Peruvian citizens, who must present their valid National Identity Document (DNI) at the time of entry.
- Undergraduate Students: Benefit for university or technical institute students under 25 years of age, who have a valid official student ID. ISIC cards are not accepted.
- Minors: Applies to children and adolescents between 3 and 17 years old, who must enter accompanied by their parents or a duly authorized representative. Children under 3 years old do not require a ticket for entry.
Machu Picchu Ticket Requirements
- To enter the Llaqta of Machu Picchu, it is mandatory to present the same identity document (DNI or passport) with which the reservation was made and the ticket was purchased.
- Visitors accessing the student rate must show a valid official university ID issued by a recognized institution. It is important to note that ISIC cards are not accepted.
- Minors may only enter accompanied by their parents or a duly authorized representative.
- Finally, children under 3 years old do not require an entry ticket and can access the site for free.
Last-Minute Machu Picchu Tour: The Definitive Solution with Guaranteed Tickets
Good news: DIRCETUR has implemented a system that guarantees the availability of tickets for Machu Picchu. The key is to purchase them directly in Aguas Calientes the day before your visit.
However, to ensure not only the purchase of tickets but also the guiding, transportation, and accommodation, we recommend booking our 2-day tour. You can easily confirm your reservation by clicking the blue button “Machu Picchu 2 Días” on the calendar or by going to the Machu Picchu Sin Boleto section.
In addition, we keep all our visitors informed about events related to the town and the availability of tickets to Machu Picchu. This information is updated on our page and is also shared directly with our guests through our WhatsApp channel.
Tour Itinerary
Day 1 Itinerary
- 03:00 Hotel pickup in Cusco.
- 04:20 Arrival at Ollantaytambo train station.
- 05:10 Boarding and departure time from the train station.
- 06:55 Arrival at the town of Aguas Calientes.
- 07:00 Personal purchase of the Machu Picchu ticket at the Ministry of Culture offices.
- Upon disembarking from the train, head immediately to the Ministry of Culture offices to purchase your Machu Picchu Ticket. The office hours are from 06:00 to 22:00. Completing this process upon arrival in the town guarantees the purchase in the first available shift and reduces waiting times. Once the purchase is made, you can check in at your hotel, leave your luggage, and enjoy a leisurely breakfast in the town.
- With the afternoon free, you can explore the beautiful town of Machu Picchu, visit the artisan market, relax in the hot springs, and discover other tourist attractions. You can also take this time to familiarize yourself with the boarding and disembarking point of the buses that take you to the Machu Picchu citadel.
- Briefing: Our guide will visit you at your hotel in the evening to coordinate all the details of your visit to Machu Picchu: schedules, recommendations according to your route and circuit, photography tips, and answers to all your questions.
Day 2 Itinerary
- Depending on the assigned schedule for your visit, you must board the bus that will take you to the entrance of Machu Picchu. The bus ride takes approximately 25 to 30 minutes. Our guide will be waiting for you along with the group at the main entrance to start the guided tour of the Inca citadel.
- We recommend identifying the bus boarding point the day before and considering the number of visitors traveling at the same time. This way, you can better calculate your time and ensure a smooth ascent to Machu Picchu.
- The regular itinerary after visiting the Machu Picchu citadel consists of returning to the town, enjoying lunch, and then boarding the train to Ollantaytambo or Cusco. To do this, it is essential to arrive at the train station at least 30 minutes before the departure time.
- This itinerary may vary depending on how far in advance the reservation was made.
- Reservations made well in advance: Allows us to organize your return transportation to your hotel in Cusco without any issues, ensuring a smooth experience.
- Last-minute reservations: Changes in schedules and return modalities to Cusco are likely to occur.
- In all cases, we will confirm both the itinerary and the transportation included in the tour at the time of booking confirmation.
The Tour Includes:
- Transportation Cusco – Ollantaytambo – Cusco
- Round-trip train tickets
- 1 night's accommodation in Aguas Calientes.
- Breakfast provided by the hotel.
- Personalized assistance for purchasing entrance tickets.
- Practical orientation and maps of the town.
- Ongoing support throughout your stay
The Tour Does Not Include:
- Entrance ticket to Machu Picchu.
- Meals (breakfasts, lunches, and dinners).
- Other services not mentioned.
🚍 With InkaExpressBus you enjoy unique advantages:
- Tourist transportation to guarantee priority.
- Confirmed train tickets.
- Early arrival in the town of Machu Picchu.
- Guaranteed accommodation – With advance reservations.
- Personalized local assistance – We accompany and guide you every step of the way.
❌ If you decide to travel on your own, you will face:
- Coordinating tourist transportation (with the risk of delays).
- Buying last-minute train tickets (if they are still available).
- Searching for a hotel, with variable prices and few options.
- Facing the entire process without the help of local experts.
- With our tour everything is organized: guide, transportation, hotel, tickets, and personalized assistance.
High season recommendations
In the months of highest tourist demand, it is important to consider that the availability of the 1000 entries to Machu Picchu in the morning hours tends to sell out quickly. In many cases, the only option will be to enter in the afternoon or even extend the stay for an additional night in Aguas Calientes. In these cases, we recommend taking the necessary precautions and contemplating the possibility of adding an extra day to your itinerary.
To avoid these inconveniences and enjoy a more relaxed experience, we recommend booking any of our tours as far in advance as possible. This way you not only secure your entrance tickets to Machu Picchu, but also the train tickets, accommodation, guide, and transportation, ensuring an organized and hassle-free trip.
Tolerance times for entry to Machu Picchu
In months of regular demand, the tolerance time for entering Machu Picchu is 30 minutes.
In months of high demand, this tolerance time is extended to 45 minutes.
For example, if your ticket indicates entry at 9:00 AM, you can access until 9:30 AM in regular season or until 9:45 AM in high season.
⚠️ Important: At the entry controls to the mountains Machu Picchu, Huayna Picchu, and Huchuy Picchu, no tolerance time is granted. Access is only allowed at the exact time indicated on your ticket.