Tickets and Entry to Machu Picchu 2025

In 2021, five tourist circuits were established for visiting the Inca city of Machu Picchu. Through Ministerial Resolution 528-2023-MC, the Ministry of Culture of Peru has modified these circuits. As a result, starting June 1, 2024, three new circuits grouping ten routes for visiting the Inca city of Machu Picchu have come into effect.

The best way to ensure your entry to Machu Picchu is by purchasing tickets through a travel agency, as only 2,500 visitors are allowed per day. A travel agency guarantees your ticket 100% for this world wonder.

At Viajes Machupicchu, we offer personalized assistance for purchasing your Machu Picchu entry tickets and access to the different visit circuits.

To acquire these entry tickets, the following information is required:

• Full name of the passenger
• Nationality
• Date of birth
• Identification document

Since July 15, 2011, by ministerial resolution, entry and visits to Huayna Picchu have an additional cost. This ticket cannot be sold separately, and you must decide at the time of purchase whether you want to visit only Machu Picchu or both Machu Picchu and Huayna Picchu. No changes can be made after purchase (adding or removing Huayna Picchu access).

Payments can be made with Visa cards from your place of residence. If you are already in Cusco, you can pay for your Machu Picchu entry ticket at Banco de la Nación offices with the assigned code to complete the online purchase.

Children under 8 years old do not need to pay for entry.

Visitors aged 9 to 17 are considered students, and if you are an adult, you must present a valid ISIC student card.

New Circuits and Visit Routes

Currently, there are three circuits, each divided into visit routes, detailed below:

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CIRCUIT 1 (Panoramic)

This circuit is characterized by offering wide or panoramic views of the Inca City of Machu Picchu and its local mountains, which connected our ancestors with pre-Hispanic gods.

It has four (4) routes leading to the highest part of Machu Picchu along narrow paths, allowing visitors to enjoy the impressive cultural landscape beyond the classic photo spot. Each route requires physical effort, but it is worth it.

Routes of Circuit 1

• Route 1-A: Machu Picchu Mountain Route.
• Route 1-B: Upper Terrace Route.
• Route 1-C: Intipunku Gate Route (available only in High Season).
• Route 1-D: Inca Bridge Route (available only in High Season).

Route 1-A | Machu Picchu Mountain

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Route 1-B | Upper Terrace

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Route 1-C | Intipunku Gate

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Route 1-D | Inca Bridge Route

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CIRCUIT 2 (Classic Machu Picchu)

It is characterized by combining a visit to the terraces in the middle section and the entire urban area of the Inca City of Machu Picchu.

You will explore enclosures and spaces where our ancestors lived their daily lives, as well as others where they performed rituals and observed the stars to maintain their spiritual connection with nature.

It has two (2) routes, both requiring moderate physical effort.

Routes of Circuit 2

• Route 2-A: Designed Route.
• Route 2-B: Lower Terrace Route.

Route 2-A | Designed Route

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Route 2-B | Lower Terrace Route

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CIRCUIT 3 (Machu Picchu Royalty)

This circuit is characterized by allowing you to get up close to the most sacred and important spaces occupied by the Inca royalty in pre-Hispanic times. It includes the Temple of the Sun, the Inca’s House, the Temple of the Condor, among others.

This circuit requires little physical effort, but if you choose to hike nearby mountains such as Huayna Picchu, Huchuy Picchu, or the Great Cavern, you should consider extra time and a higher physical demand.

Routes of Circuit 3

• Route 3-A: Huayna Picchu Mountain Route.
• Route 3-B: Designed Route.
• Route 3-C: Great Cavern Route (available only in High Season).
• Route 3-D: Huchuy Picchu Route (available only in High Season).

Route 3-A | Huayna Picchu Mountain Route

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Route 3-B | Designed Route

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Route 3-C | Great Cavern Route

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Route 3-D | Huchuy Picchu Route

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Entry Schedules to Machu Picchu for Different Circuits and Routes

Entry Schedules to Machu Picchu - Classic Entrance

Entry Schedules for Machu Picchu - Lower Terrace

Entry Schedules for Machu Picchu - Lower Temple

Entry Schedules for Machu Picchu and Mountain

Entry Schedules for Machu Picchu and Huayna Picchu

Entry Schedules for Machu Picchu and Huchuy Picchu

Entry Schedules for Machu Picchu and the Inca Bridge

Entry Schedules for Machu Picchu and Intipunku

Entry Schedules for Machu Picchu and the Temple of the Moon

Code of Conduct

During your visit to the Machu Picchu citadel, the following is strictly prohibited:

1. Carrying backpacks, bags, or purses larger than 40x35x20 cm (16x14x8 inches).
2. Bringing food and tableware.
3. Entering with any illegal substances or under their influence.
4. Entering with alcoholic beverages or in a state of intoxication.
5. Carrying walking sticks, umbrellas, parasols, portable seats, tripods, supports, or extensions for cameras, cell phones, or any other filming and/or photography stabilization or extension equipment.
6. Entering with animals, except for guide dogs.
7. Feeding domestic and wild animals.
8. Entering with any type of aerosol.
9. Making any kind of graffiti.
10. Entering with any type of musical instrument, megaphone, or speakers.
11. Making loud or disturbing noises such as clapping, shouting, whistling, or singing, among others.
12. Using virtual applications with cell phones or mobile devices in narrow passageways.
13. Wearing high heels or hard-soled shoes.
14. Accessing with baby strollers.
15. Bringing sharp objects and/or any kind of weapons.
16. Entering with banners, posters, signs, clothing for advertising purposes, costumes, or similar items. Filming or photographing for advertising purposes.
17. Creating crowds, jumping, lying down, running, undressing, or causing disorder.
18. Climbing or leaning on walls and/or structures. Touching, moving, or extracting stone elements.
19. Disturbing, collecting, or extracting flora or fauna.
20. Engaging in activities that distort the sacred nature of Machu Picchu, such as fashion shows, dances, social commitments, obscene acts contrary to morality and good customs, or any activity that may damage or deteriorate the monument, its natural environment, and/or facilities.
21. Smoking, vaping, or making any kind of fire.
22. Littering of any kind.
23. Not respecting the established circuits and routes.
24. Street vending within the monument and surrounding areas up to the Ruins Bridge.
25. Flying paragliders, drones, or any type of small aircraft.

Engaging in these actions or bringing prohibited items listed above will result in the visitor’s immediate expulsion without refund and the initiation of corresponding legal actions. The park rangers of the Ministry of Culture and officers of the National Police are the authority within the monument.