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The Intipunku was the main entrance gate to Machu Picchu during Inca times. Its name, translated from the Quechua language, means ‘Gate of the Sun’. From there, you have a beautiful panoramic view of the entire Inca citadel and the beautiful geography that surrounds it. In the past, only visitors on the Inca Trail could visit this beautiful construction. However, today all visitors can hike to this Inca construction with the ticket ‘Intipunku in Machu Picchu’. Check the real-time availability of this entrance ticket to Machu Picchu.

How to check availability?

  1. First choose the type of ‘Intipunku en Picchu Ticket’ and the group of your preference.
  2. Choose the month and locate the day you want to visit Machu Picchu and Intipunku (available only during high season, from June 1 to October 15).
  3. Check the free spaces. For example, the number ’60’ means that there are still sixty tickets available. The ‘O’ means that all tickets are sold out.
  4. Found availability? Now just click and fill out the reservation form.

Live Availability – Ticket Machu Picchu + Intipunku

Note: The availability is shown in real-time and corresponds to the number of spaces available on the selected date. “0” means that there is no more space available.

What is the experience offered by the ‘Intipunku in Machu Picchu Ticket’?

  • This type of ticket offers a visit to the panoramic sector of Machu Picchu, as well as a short trekking route, which leads to the Intipunku (Sun Gate).
  • The visit to Machu Picchu is done through Circuit 1, one of the most preferred by visitors because it allows you to get a panoramic picture of Machu Picchu in the sector of the Guardian’s House (most of the photographs that are shared on the internet and social networks). In addition, from this viewpoint, you can see, from a distance, important Inca constructions such as the Temple of the Sun, the Main Temple, the Intihuatana, and more. In his tour of Machu Picchu, the visitor has approximately 2 hours.
  • Additionally, the highlight of this ticket, is that it allows you to hike to one of the peaks of Machu Picchu, the Intipunku sector at 2,720 meters above sea level. The hike is ascending by flat roads, the famous qhapac ñan (network of Inca roads). On the route, the visitor will be able to get beautiful shots of the archaeological site of Machu Picchu. In addition, you can enjoy the flora, fauna, and natural environment of Machu Picchu. The hike is almost 2 kilometers uphill and takes 45 minutes on average. The tourist has up to 2 hours to make the round trip.
  • The ticket ‘Intipunku in Machu Picchu’ is only open to tourists in the so-called ‘high tourist season’, from June 1 to October 15. It is not open for the rest of the year. However, this ticket can be purchased any day of the year. Because it has only 200 visits per day, this ticket must be purchased 2 months in advance on average. Otherwise, there is a risk of not finding availability.
  • The ticket and the route to Intipunku are suitable for people of all ages. Children must be supervised by their parents. The ticket offers discounts for visitors under 18 years old, university students, and citizens of the Andean Community of Nations: citizens of Peru, Colombia, Ecuador, and Bolivia.

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What are the entrance groups and schedules for the ‘Intipunku in Machu Picchu’ ticket?

From 2024, the new entrance hours to Machu Picchu Intipunku are divided into four groups. All of them allow access to both the Intipunku route and circuit 1 of the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu (panoramic circuit).

Machu Picchu Intipunku Ticket GroupsEntrance time to Machu PicchuAverage visit timeDeparture time (approximate)
Group 1from 8 am a 9 am4 hours1 pm.
Group 2from 9 am a 10 am4 hours2 pm.
Group 3from 10 am a 11 am4 hours3 pm.
Group 4from 11 am a 12 am4 hours4 pm.
  • Intipunku in Machu Picchu Group 1
    • The first group allows you to enter the Inca City of Machu Picchu from 8 am to 9 am.
    • The visiting time is 2 hours in Machu Picchu and 2 hours on the route to Intipunku.

  • Intipunku in Machu Picchu Group 2
    • The second group allows you to enter the Inca City of Machu Picchu from 9 am to 10 am.
    • The visiting time is 2 hours in Machu Picchu and 2 hours on the route to Intipunku.

  • Intipunku at Machu Picchu Group 3
    • The third group allows you to enter the Inca City of Machu Picchu from 10 am to 11 am.
    • The visiting time is 2 hours in Machu Picchu and 2 hours on the route to Intipunku.

  • Intipunku in Machu Picchu Group 4
    • The fourth group allows you to enter the Inca City of Machu Picchu from 11 am to 12 am.
    • The visiting time is 2 hours in Machu Picchu and 2 hours on the route to Intipunku.

With the ticket ‘Intipunku in Machu Picchu’ the visitor can stay up to four hours in Machu Picchu. The visit to the Inca city is done through Circuit 1 or panoramic. That is to say, the visitor will be able to appreciate Machu Picchu from the best viewpoint, the one located in the sector of the House of the Guardian. The visitor has approximately 2 hours to get the best photos and receive an explanation from the tour guide. The other two hours are for the hike to the top of Intipunku, a route of almost 2 kilometers uphill. The route allows you to get a panoramic view of Machu Picchu, just as the Incas did. That is, from the Sun Gate.

Why is it difficult to get the availability of the Intipunku Ticket in Machu Picchu?

The Intipunku ticket in Machu Picchu is one of the favorites of visitors from all over the world because it allows the visit to two of the best viewpoints of Machu Picchu: the Guardian’s House and the Intipunku (the Sun Gate).

However, this ticket only offers admission to about two hundred visitors per day, divided into four entrance groups: from 8 am to noon. Due to this low capacity, it is difficult to find tickets available at the last minute.

It is almost impossible to find the availability of this ticket if purchased in person in the city of Cusco. An exception is the purchase one day before in the town of Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu village). This village receives one thousand tickets available for in-person purchase. However, there is also the risk of not finding free tickets.

Therefore, the best option is definitely to purchase the ticket ‘Intipunku in Machu Picchu’ an average of two months in advance. The online purchase allows you to make a reservation from anywhere in the world.

The hike to Intipunku is an option available for visitors of all ages. This is because the route is through wide paths that do not represent any danger. That is why many families choose to buy this ticket. The other trekking routes in Machu Picchu are only suitable for visitors over 18 years old, such as the route to Huayna Picchu, the route to Machu Picchu Mountain, the route to Huayna Picchu, the route to the Great Cavern, the route to Huchuy Picchu and the route to the Inca Bridge.

How to find the availability of the Intipunku ticket in Machu Picchu?

The only way to find availability is to book online and in advance the entrance ticket ‘Intipunku in Machu Picchu’.

  • If you want to purchase this ticket during the low tourist season (November to May) you must purchase this ticket 1 or 2 months in advance.
  • If you want to purchase during the high tourist season (June to October) you must purchase this ticket 2 or 3 months in advance.

Map of the route of the ‘Intipunku of Machu Picchu’.

Map of the Intipunku of Machu Picchu tour
Map of the Intipunku of Machu Picchu tour

Frequently asked questions about the availability of the Intipunku ticket in Machu Picchu?

  • 1) What to do if the ‘Intipunku at Machu Picchu’ ticket is not available?

    If this ticket is not available for the date and time of your preference, it is recommended to look for free tickets on another date or at another time. Otherwise, it is best to look for another type of ticket that does have tickets available. The last option is to make the purchase in person in the town of Aguas Calientes, at least one day before the visit.

  • 2) Is the availability shown for the ‘Intipunku at Machu Picchu’ ticket on this site the same as on all websites?

    Yes, the availability shown on this website is the same as on the official Machu Picchu website.

  • 3) Can I visit Intipunku all year round?

    No, this tourist attraction of Machu Picchu is only available to tourists during the high tourist season, that is, from June 1 to October 15.

  • 4) Can I get availability if I get the Intipunku ticket in Cusco?

    No, the in-person purchase in Cusco will always be a risk for the visitor because the availability is limited. Another option is to purchase Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu village) where there are always a thousand free tickets.

  • 5) Can I buy the Intipunku ticket to Machu Picchu for next year?

    Yes, in ‘Boleto Machu Picchu’ you can purchase from one year to the next. The tickets will be sent in the last days of December or the first days of January.

  • 6) Is this hike to Intipunku suitable for all ages?

    Yes, the trekking route to the summit of Intipunku is suitable for tourists of all ages. The route is wide and safe, so everyone can hike it without any problems.

  • 7) How do I pay for the ‘Intipunku in Machu Picchu’ ticket if I find availability?

    To book the Intipunku at Machu Picchu ticket follow these steps:

    • a) Find the availability of the Intipunku ticket for the month, day, and group of your preference.
    • b) Complete the reservation form with your personal information.
    • c) Make the payment through any Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Diners Club, or PayPal card.
    • d) Print the tickets and present them on the day of your entrance to Machu Picchu and Intipunku (along with your passport or identity card with which you made the purchase).

  • 8) How many schedules does the Intipunku ticket have in Machu Picchu?

    This ticket offers four different schedules, from 8:00 am to noon. Visitors must make their entrance to Machu Picchu respecting the schedule shown on their ticket.

  • 9) Can I get the classic photo of Machu Picchu with the Intipunku ticket?

    Yes, this ticket offers circuit 1, also called panoramic. This circuit offers the visit to the sector of the Guardian’s House from where you get the classic photo of Machu Picchu that all visitors are looking for.

  • 10) Is the route to Intipunku dangerous?

    No, this route is through wide Inca trails very safe for all visitors. Therefore, visitors of all ages are allowed to enter. Remember to bring sunscreen, hat or cap, hiking shoes, as well as snacks and rehydrating drinks in your backpacks. The route is only available from June 1 to October 15.

Everything you need to visit Machu Picchu is here!

Your ticket to Machu Picchu

This ticket is the only ticket that allows entering the Wonder of the World. Reserve your income easily and securely. Remember that there are discounts for university students, minors and citizens of Peru, Colombia, Ecuador and Bolivia.

Your transport to the train station

Do not you know how to approach the train station? Book the transfer to the station and forget the subject. The services leave and return punctually from the city of Cusco. Choose between shared or private options.

Your Train Ticket to Machu Picchu

The train trip is the safest, fastest and most convenient way to get to Machu Picchu. Choose between the two Expedition and Vistadome services. Pay with a discount for children and avoid the hassle of queuing in Cusco to purchase this ticket.

Your Bus Ticket to Machu Picchu

The last section to reach Machu Picchu is on a bus trip from Aguas Calientes. Choose the trip to climb, return or both. Avoid long queues the day of your visit. Take advantage of discounts for children and travel safely.

Your Official Tourist Guide

The visit to Machu Picchu with a tour guide is the best way to know the Wonder of the World. Choose between the shared or private option and in the language of your choice: English, Spanish, Portuguese or French. Here are the best guides of Peru.

Tour to Machu Picchu All Included

Forget the tickets, preparations and entrust your trip to Machu Picchu to the experts. The tours offer pick up, transfer, train ticket, bus, tour guide and entrance to Machu Picchu. There is also option to enter Huayna Picchu and lunch buffet.