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 (152 soles)
- 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 (200 soles)
- 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 (200 soles)
- 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 (152 soles)
- Students: $25 (77 soles)
- Kids (8 to 17 years old): $19 (60 soles)
5. 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 (152 soles)
- 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, through the official website, or from an authorized travel agency.
1. Online
Visit the Ministry of Culture’s official website at: www.machupicchu.gob.pe. Be warned that the site is not always working and could sometimes be hard or unfeasible to buy your permit online.
2. 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.
- Option 2: Go to Maruri Street 324, located a few meters from the Main Square of Cusco City.
Opening hours: Monday – Saturday 07:00 – 19:00. This option is riskier in peak season when permits are overbooked.
3. Book your ticket with a tour operator
The easiest, safest, and best way to buy Machu Picchu permits is through an authorized travel agency. You just need to send a copy of your passport and the date of the visit. One of the most recommended agencies is AB Expeditions. You can contact them via WhatsApp +51976510080.
My name is Abel, and I am the co-founder of AB Expeditions, a local travel company based in Cusco. I was born in Chinchero, in the community of Chusso. My journey began working as a farmer, then later as a porter on the Inca Trail. After that, I studied to become a tour guide, learned English, and spent 20 years guiding different treks around the Cusco region.
Over the years, I began writing blogs about the treks I’ve done and sharing useful tips about traveling in Cusco. Eventually, I founded AB Expeditions to offer authentic travel experiences with a strong commitment to supporting local communities and creating unforgettable adventures for our guests.
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