MACHU PICCHU PERMITS
Machu Picchu permits can not be purchased at the main entrance to Machu Picchu, and have to be bought from an authorized travel agency or direct from the official website of the ministry of culture of Peru. There are only 2,500 daily permits available for Machu Picchu.
DIFFERENT TYPES OF MACHU PICCHU PERMITS
There are five types of permits for Machu Picchu, each one gives you a different experience. In order to visit the Llacta of Machu Picchu you have to purchase one of the permits.
1.- Machu Picchu permit only
This ticket allows you to visit the entire citadel of Machu Picchu.
The Price:
- Adult: $48 (152soles)
- Students: $25 (77 soles)
- Kids (8 to 17 years old): $19 (60 soles)
2.- Machu picchu Permit + Huayna Picchu
It allows you to tour the Incas city of Machu Picchu and you can also climb Huayna Picchu mountain. It must be bought 4 months in advance. This permit is not recommended for people with a fear of heights.
The Price:
- Adult: $63 (200soles)
- Students: $39 (125 soles)
- Kids (8 to 17 years old): $37 (118 soles)
3.- Machu Picchu permit + Machu Picchu Mountain
It allows you to tour the Inca city of Machu Picchu and you can also climb the Machu Picchu mountain. It must be bought a few weeks before. The permits are recommended for adventurous People.
The Price:
- Adult: $63(200soles)
- Students: $39 (125 soles)
- Kids (8 to 17 years old): $37 (118 soles)
4.- Machu Picchu permit + Huchuy Picchu Mountain
This ticket allows you to enter Machu Picchu by the lower part then you have to follow circuit 4 and hike to Huchuy Picchu Mountain.
The Price:
- Adult: $48 (152soles)
- Students: $25 (77 soles)
- Kids (8 to 17 years old): $19 (60 soles)
Machu Picchu permit + Inca Bridge
This ticket allows you to enter Machu Picchu by the upper part then hike to the Inca bridge and you will visit Machu Picchu following circuit 1 or 2.
The Price:
- Adult: $48 (152soles)
- Students: $25 (77 soles)
- Kids (8 to 17 years old): $19 (60 soles)
HOW TO BUY MACHU PICCHU TICKETS IN 2023?
There are 3 ways to buy a Machu Picchu ticket: in person at an authorized office in Cusco or from any country through the official website of Machu Picchu ticket or from an authorized travel agency.
1.- Online.
Visit the Ministry of Culture’s official website at: www.machupicchu.gob.pe Click on the UK flag at the top right to change the site in English. Be warned that the site is not always working and that it could sometimes be hard or unfeasible to buy your Machu Picchu permit online.
Book your tickets when you arrive in Cusco.
Official Offices in Cusco:
- Option 1.- Go to the ‘Direccion Regional de Cultura’ office with your passport at Street Garcilaso s/n Cusco – The Garcilaso House is only 2 blocks away from the Plaza de Armas(main square).
- Option 2.- Go to Maruri Street 324 – It is also a few meters from the Main Square of Cusco City.
Opening hours: Monday – Saturday 07:00 – 19:00. Closed on Sundays and Holidays. This option is a little riskier especially in peak season when permits are overbooked.
Book your ticket with a tour operator.
The easiest, safest, and best way to buy Machu Picchu permits is through an authorized travel Agency that will get the entrance ticket for you. You just need to send a copy of your Passport, and the date of the visit. One of the most recommended Travel agencies is AB Expeditions. You can contact them via WhatsApp +51976510080