How to buy the Machu Picchu Tickets?

Today, most people around the world get their tickets to Machu Picchu online. The reason? This way, they avoid the risk of not finding availability due to last-minute bookings. Learn how to purchase your Machu Picchu Ticket online and ensure your entry to the Wonder of the World.

Buy your Machu Picchu 2025 ticket now!

  • The sale can start on any day in December.
  • We are waiting for the start of sales and will reserve your ticket in advance.
  • With us, you can guarantee your visit to Machu Picchu, no matter what.

Purchasing your Machu Picchu entrance ticket through our website is simple, fast, and secure. Follow these 5 simple steps!


Step 1 – Check availability

  • Go to www.boletomachupicchu.com.
  • Select the ‘availability’ tab .
  • Choose one of the 10 available ticket types and your preferred time slot.
  • Choose the day and check availability: ’50’ means there are 50 tickets available. The circle means there are no more tickets available.
  • Finally, if there’s availability, you can make your reservation by clicking on the day you’d like to visit.

How do I know if there is still availability?

Check the available spaces for tickets to Machu Picchu for each type of ticket :

  • Availability Machu Picchu + Mountain (Route 1A) – 800 people per day.
  • Availability Machu Picchu Classic Photo or Superior Terrace (Route 1B) – 800 people per day.
  • Availability Machu Picchu + Intipunku (Route 1C) – 800 people per day.
  • Availability Machu Picchu + Inca Bridge (Route 1D) – 800 people per day.
  • Availability Machu Picchu Classic Circuit or Classic Designed (Route 2A) – 1,500 people per day.
  • Availability Machu Picchu Classic Circuit or Lower Terrace (Route 2B) – 1,500 people per day.
  • Availability Machu Picchu + Huayna Picchu (Route 3A) – 400 people per day.
  • Availability of Lower Part Temples or Designed Royalty (Route 3B) – 800 people per day.
  • Availability Machu Picchu + Temple of the Moon or Great Cave (Route 3C) – 400 people per day.
  • Availability Machu Picchu + Huchuy Picchu (3D Route) – 400 people per day.
  • Machu Picchu Museum Availability – Limited Capacity.
Machu Picchu ticket availability
Machu Picchu ticket availability

Would you like to reserve your Machu Picchu ticket for 2025? We can secure your ticket to Machu Picchu. We’re waiting for availability for 2024. The Ministry of Culture publishes availability in December; spots fill up quickly due to demand.


Step 2 – Make the reservation

  • The ‘Reservation Form’ section will then appear, where you must complete your personal information.
  • Select the ticket type, entry day, and number of visitors (number of tickets you want) if you haven’t already.
  • If you are a university student, please upload a digital image of your current university ID.
  • Verify that the personal information is correct.
  • Read the terms and conditions.
  • Click ‘accept’ the terms and conditions and ‘submit’ the reservation form.
  • Optional: Add additional services such as: a) bus ticket from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu, b) private tour guide service in Machu Picchu or c) Buffet lunch at the Tinkuy restaurant (the only one located next to Machu Picchu).
Machu Picchu ticket reservation form
Machu Picchu ticket reservation form

Machu Picchu ticket reservations allow a maximum of 10 registered passengers. Complete the information for each visitor.


Step 3 – Make the payment online

  • After completing the reservation form, you’ll need to review the information you entered and click “Confirm Reservation.”
  • Next, you’ll need to choose one of the available payment methods: Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Diners Club, or PayPal.
Payment methods
Payment methods
  • If you choose Visa, MasterCard, American Express, or Diners Club, you’ll simply need to complete the payment form with your card number and a security code on the back.
Card payment form
Card payment form
  • If you choose PayPal as your payment method, you’ll need to log in to your PayPal account, verify your information, payment type, and click “Pay.”

Step 4 – Print your tickets and you’re done!

  • After making your payment, you will receive your Machu Picchu Ticket in your email inbox within 24 hours (48 hours on weekends).
  • The ticket is in PDF format. You just need to print it and present it on the day you enter Machu Picchu.
  • Children under 3 years old enter free when accompanied by their parent or guardian .
  • Finally, worry no more. You now have your ticket to Machu Picchu!
Entrance ticket to Machu Picchu
Entrance ticket to Machu Picchu

On the day of your visit to Machu Picchu, you must present the ticket along with the ID you used to make your reservation.


Step 5 – Submit the documents

  • Please send a digital copy of your visitor’s documents (passport or ID) to info@boletomachupicchu.com.
  • University students must submit a digital copy of their current university ID to receive a special discount.
  • Citizens of Peru, Colombia, Ecuador, and Bolivia also receive discounts.
  • People aged 3 to 17 also receive a special discount.
  • Children under 3 years old enter Machu Picchu free of charge by simply presenting their passport or ID at the entrance gate.
University ID Machu Picchu ticket
Booking card to reserve the Machu Picchu ticket with a student discount

Submitting documents is optional in many cases. University students, minors, and CAN citizens must submit them to qualify for discounts.


And how do I buy a ticket to Machu Picchu in Cusco?

  • The other alternative is to purchase entrance tickets to Machu Picchu in Cusco (Peru).
  • This option is not recommended due to the risk of not finding available tickets.

To purchase Machu Picchu tickets, tourists must visit the following authorized locations:

  • Garcilaso Street s/n Cusco – Casa Garcilaso is just 2 blocks from the Plaza de Armas, in the Historic Center of Cusco.
  • Maruri Street 324 – The Cusco Cultural Center is also just a few meters from the city’s Plaza de Armas.

Purchases can be made in person by presenting a passport, ID, or student ID. Payment is by cash or credit/debit card.


How to get admission to Machu Picchu Mountain (Route 1A)?

  • Machu Picchu Mountain is an adventure tourist attraction in Machu Picchu similar to Huayna Picchu.
  • Entrance tickets to this mountain are not as popular as those for Huayna Picchu. Tickets can be purchased days or weeks in advance.
  • To gain entry to Machu Picchu Mountain, you must purchase the Machu Picchu + Mountain (Route 1A) ticket through our website.
  • Purchasing online is similar to other Machu Picchu tickets:
    • Book a ticket to Machu Picchu Mountain online.
    • Make payments with Visa, MasterCard, or other payment methods.
    • Print the tickets and present them on the day of your visit to Machu Picchu Mountain.

How to get the Machu Picchu Classic Photo or Superior Terrace ticket (Route 1B)?

  • The ‘Machu Picchu Classic Photo’ ticket is one of the tickets to the Inca city. It offers a classic photo from the best vantage point, in the Guardian’s House area.
  • This admission ticket is open to visitors of all ages and is valid year-round. It allows you to participate in Circuit 1. Tickets can be purchased weeks in advance.
  • To obtain the Machu Picchu Classic Photo entry, you must purchase the ticket online on our website or in Cusco.
  • Purchasing online is similar to other Machu Picchu tickets.
    • Book your Machu Picchu Classic Photo or Superior Terrace ticket (Route 1B) online.
    • Make payments with Visa, MasterCard, or other payment methods.
    • Print the tickets and present them on the day of your visit to Machu Picchu (for circuit 1).

How to get admission to Intipunku, the Sun Gate (Route 1C)?

  • The Intipunku was the main entrance to Machu Picchu during the Inca era. To reach it, you must hike uphill from the Inca city for approximately 2 kilometers.
  • The Intipunku tour takes place every day of the year. The hike is open to visitors of all ages. Tickets can be purchased weeks in advance.
  • To gain entry to Intipunku, you must purchase a ticket online through our website or in Cusco.
  • Purchasing online is similar to other Machu Picchu tickets.
    • Book the Machu Picchu + Inti Punku (Route 1C) ticket online.
    • Make payments with Visa, MasterCard, or other payment methods.
    • Print the tickets and present them on the day of your visit to Intipunku in Machu Picchu.

How to get admission to the Inca Bridge of Machu Picchu (Route 1D)?

  • The Inca Bridge is one of the lesser-known structures at Machu Picchu. It’s a bridge made from a tree trunk supported by a stone base carved by the Incas.
  • This new ticket offers 400 spaces per day (50 tickets available at each of its eight timeslots). It’s recommended to purchase tickets online three to five weeks in advance.
  • This ticket also allows you to take the classic Machu Picchu tour (circuits 1 or 2). The big advantage is that it allows you to get the classic Machu Picchu photo.
  • Online purchase is the same as for other Machu Picchu tickets:
    • Book a ticket to Machu Picchu + Inca Bridge (Route 1D) online.
    • Make your payment with Visa, MasterCard, American Express, or other payment alternatives.
    • Print the tickets and present them on the day of your visit to Machu Picchu.

How to get the Machu Picchu Classic or Classic Designed (Route 2A) ticket?

  • The ‘Machu Picchu Classic’ ticket is one of the tickets to the Inca city. It offers a classic photo from the best vantage point, as well as a tour of the archaeological site (circuit 2).
  • This admission ticket is open to visitors of all ages and is valid year-round. This ticket allows you to take the second circuit. Tickets can be purchased two or three months in advance.
  • To obtain admission to Machu Picchu Classic, you must purchase the ticket online through our website or in Cusco.
  • Purchasing online is similar to other Machu Picchu tickets.
    • Book your Machu Picchu Classic or Classic Designed (Route 2A) ticket online.
    • Make payments with Visa, MasterCard, or other payment methods.
    • Print the tickets and present them on the day of your visit to Machu Picchu (for circuit 2).

How to get the Machu Picchu Classic or Lower Terrace (Route 2B) ticket?

  • The ‘Machu Picchu Classic or Lower Terrace’ ticket is one of the tickets to the Inca city. It offers a classic photo from the best vantage point, in the Guardian’s House area (from a lower terrace). It also includes a tour of the archaeological site (circuit 2).
  • This admission ticket is open to visitors of all ages and is valid year-round. This ticket allows you to take the second circuit. Tickets can be purchased months in advance.
  • To obtain admission to Machu Picchu Classic, you must purchase the ticket through our website or in Cusco.
  • Purchasing online is similar to other Machu Picchu tickets.
    • Book your Machu Picchu Classic or Lower Terrace (Route 2B) ticket online.
    • Make payments with Visa, MasterCard, or other payment methods.
    • Print the tickets and present them on the day of your visit to Machu Picchu (for circuit 2).

How to get entry to Huayna Picchu (Route 3A)?

  • The Huayna Picchu entrance is special because it’s in high demand. Furthermore, the limited number of tickets available makes it necessary to book well in advance.
  • Purchases are made exclusively online, with an estimated time of 2, 3, or 4 months in advance.
  • The online purchase process is the same as for any other Machu Picchu ticket. The ticket type is: Machu Picchu + Huayna Picchu (Route 3A).
    • Book your Huayna Picchu ticket online in advance.
    • Make payment with Visa, MasterCard, or other payment methods.
    • Print the tickets and show them on the day of your visit to Huayna Picchu.

How to get the Machu Picchu Temples Lower Part or Designed Royalty (Route 3B) ticket?

  • The “Machu Picchu Lower Temples” ticket is one of the tickets to the Inca city. It includes a visit to the archaeological site along circuit 3, as well as a panoramic photo from the agricultural sector.
  • This admission ticket is open to visitors of all ages and is valid year-round. It allows you to take the third circuit. Tickets can be purchased weeks in advance.
  • To get admission to Machu Picchu Lower Temples, you must purchase the ticket through our website or in Cusco.
  • Purchasing online is similar to other Machu Picchu tickets.
    • Book online your ticket to the Lower Part Temples or Designed Royalty (Route 3B).
    • Make payments with Visa, MasterCard, or other payment methods.
    • Print the tickets and present them on the day of your visit to Machu Picchu (for circuit 3).

How to get entry to the Temple of the Moon or Great Cavern (Route 3C)?

  • The Great Cavern, also called the Temple of the Moon, is a mysterious construction built at the bottom of the Huayna Picchu mountain.
  • Access to this structure is open to visitors 18 years and older. Visits are open from June 19 to November 2. Tickets can be purchased weeks in advance.
  • To gain entry to the Great Cavern, you must purchase a ticket through our website or in Cusco.
  • Purchasing online is similar to other Machu Picchu tickets.
    • Book the ticket online for Machu Picchu + Temple of the Moon or Great Cavern (Route 3C).
    • Make payments with Visa, MasterCard, or other payment methods.
    • Print the tickets and present them on the day of your visit to the Great Cave of Machu Picchu.
    • Book online your ticket to the Lower Part Temples or Designed Royalty (Route 3B).
    • Make payments with Visa, MasterCard, or other payment methods.
    • Print the tickets and present them on the day of your visit to Machu Picchu (for circuit 3).

How to get admission to Huchuy Picchu Mountain (Route 3D)?

  • Huchuy Picchu Mountain is a mountain within Machu Picchu whose hiking route to its summit was recently inaugurated.
  • Entrance tickets to Huchuy Picchu are not as popular compared to Huayna Picchu. It’s still important to purchase your ticket in advance.
  • Tickets can also be purchased in Cusco, although the safest option is always to buy them online. Availability is limited to 200 people per day.
  • Online purchase is the same as for other Machu Picchu tickets:
    • Book a ticket to Huchuy Picchu mountain online.
    • Make payments with Visa, MasterCard, American Express, or other payment methods.
    • Print the tickets and present them on the day of your visit to Machu Picchu.


When to buy the Machu Picchu ticket?

Machu Picchu is open year-round, including Sundays and holidays, so you can visit whenever you want.

The dry season is from April to October, and the rainy season is from November to March. The best time to visit Machu Picchu is during the dry season, from April to October.

Machu Picchu is considered one of the 7 Wonders of the World along with the Great Wall of China, Christ the Redeemer, Chinchen Itza, the Colosseum in Rome and the Taj Mahal in India.


Why book in advance during peak season?

During the high season, Cusco and Machu Picchu receive the most tourists. June is the month with the highest demand for tickets due to the Cusco jubilee celebrations. The Festival of the Sun (Inti Raymi) takes place on June 24th.


How far in advance should I book Machu Picchu tickets?

All tickets must be reserved in advance because they are limited and sell out quickly:

  • Machu Picchu + Mountain Entrance (Route 1A): book 3 or 4 weeks in advance.
  • Machu Picchu Classic Photo or Superior Terrace Entrance (Route 1B): book 3 or 4 weeks in advance.
  • Machu Picchu + Inti Punku Entrance (Route 1C): Book 3 or 4 weeks in advance.
  • Machu Picchu + Inka Bridge Entrance (Route 1D): Book 3 or 4 weeks in advance.
  • Machu Picchu Classic or Classic Designed Circuit Entrance (Route 2A): book 2 or 3 months in advance.
  • Machu Picchu Classic Circuit or Lower Terrace Entrance (Route 2B): book 2 or 3 months in advance.
  • Entrance to Machu Picchu + Huayna Picchu or Waynapicchu Mountain (Route 3A): reserve 2 or 3 months in advance.
  • Machu Picchu Temples Lower Part or Designed Royalty Entrance (Route 3B): book 3 or 4 weeks in advance.
  • Machu Picchu + Temple of the Moon or Great Cave Entrance (Route 3C): book 3 or 4 weeks in advance.
  • Machu Picchu + Huchuy Picchu Entrance (3D Route): book 3 or 4 weeks in advance.

How to buy Machu Picchu tickets in 2025?

  • Ticket sales for Machu Picchu 2025 begin in December 2024. The date is not fixed. It could be at the beginning, middle, or end of the month.
  • Visitors should be aware of the Machu Picchu 2025 ticket sales opening to reserve their preferred ticket in advance. Tickets sell out quickly.
  • In 2024, visiting hours at Machu Picchu have a maximum duration of 4 hours.
  • In 2024, ticket purchases for Machu Picchu will proceed in the same way as in previous years.
    • Book your preferred Machu Picchu 2024 ticket type online.
    • Proceed with payment via Visa, MasterCard, PayPal, or another payment method.
    • Print the tickets to show on the day of your visit to Machu Picchu in 2024.

At boletomachupicchu.com you can secure your ticket to Machu Picchu for 2024. Just make your reservation now. We’ll take care of all the paperwork.


Other changes regarding visits

  • Other changes to consider at Machu Picchu include the fact that many items are no longer permitted: tripods, strollers, high-heeled shoes, and trekking poles.
  • You will need to enter with a guide. If you are found wandering around Machu Picchu on your own, you will be asked to leave.
  • Upon entering Machu Picchu, you will need to present the printed ticket and the original document used to make your reservation.

Frequently asked questions about purchasing the Machu Picchu Ticket

The most frequently asked questions are: where and how to buy tickets to Machu Picchu and Huayna Picchu?

Here we detail the most important information you need to know.

  • 1) What personal information is required for booking?

    To make a reservation, you must fill out some personal information, which is:

    • Number of passengers.
    • First and last names (as shown in your passport).
    • Passport or identity document number.
    • Nationality.
    • Birthdate.
    • Email.
    • Any other important information we should be aware of?

    Note : If you have a University Student ID, please send us a scanned copy of your University ID and your passport or ID. If you are traveling with a child, please send a copy of their ID or passport, as applicable.

  • 2) Is it safe to buy online?

    Purchasing from us is safe. We are authorized by the Peruvian Ministry of Culture. We have an SSL security system, which guarantees the privacy of your information online. We also offer the Norton Secured internet security service .

  • 3) How long do I have to pay for the Machu Picchu Ticket?

    You must pay for your Machu Picchu ticket as soon as possible. Otherwise, you risk someone else paying first and getting the available ticket before you.

  • 4) Is PayPal the only payment method for the Machu Picchu Ticket?

    No. You can also pay with Visa, MasterCard, or Diners Club. These methods are quick and easy. All payment methods are secure.

  • 5) Is Boletomachupicchu.com reliable?

    Yes! We are the leading travel agency selling tickets to Machu Picchu. We are based in Cusco. Visit our website, our Facebook account, and other social media channels where our customers endorse the quality of our service.

  • 6) What do I do if I lose the Machu Picchu Ticket I purchased?

    If you lose your Machu Picchu Ticket, simply reprint it as many times as necessary.

  • 7) Can I purchase the Machu Picchu Ticket if I don’t have a PayPal account?

    Yes. You don’t need a PayPal account to pay for your Machu Picchu Ticket online using this method. You can also pay with your Visa, MasterCard, or Diners Club card.

  • 8) The reservation form only allows me to include 10 tickets or visitors. How do I request more tickets?

    The reservation form only allows you to request 10 tickets (number of visitors). To request more tickets (more than 10), simply complete another reservation process with the desired number of visitors or tickets.

  • 9) Are there returns?

    Yes. Machu Picchu Ticket allows refunds for ticket cancellations. This is provided that the refund is requested at least 72 hours before the date of entry to Machu Picchu. Refunds are subject to a penalty.

  • 10) Does the payment for the Machu Picchu ticket include a commission?

    Yes. Payment by Visa, MasterCard, Diners Club, or PayPal includes a shipping fee. This fee is separate from the Machu Picchu entrance fee and varies depending on the tourist’s country of origin and the card used.

  • 11) Does the Machu Picchu entrance fee include taxes or VAT?

    Yes. Any type of tax or VAT is included in the Machu Picchu entrance fee.

  • 12) Why buy your Machu Picchu ticket at Boletomachupicchu.com?

    Boletomachupicchu.com is a fast and secure way to get admission tickets to Machu Picchu. It also offers discounted tickets for university students and minors.


Important information about purchasing your Machu Picchu ticket

  • The Huayna Picchu ticket, with a discount for university students and minors, can be purchased through a travel agency’s website.
  • If you decided on a ticket that includes some of the Machu Picchu mountains, you’d better know the difference between Machu Picchu Mountain and Huayna Picchu .
  • After booking your Machu Picchu tickets, the second step is to book your train tickets. You won’t want to have your Machu Picchu tickets and not be able to get there.
  • At the entrance to Machu Picchu, you will be asked for the printed ticket along with the document you used to make your reservation. Failure to present these documents will result in your inability to enter Machu Picchu .

 

By Ticket Machu Picchu – Last updated, March 28, 2025