Machu Picchu Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience Machu Picchu. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now: 

• Classic Inca Trail Trek 4D/3N to Machu Picchu Group Service

• Machu Picchu: 4-Day Inca Trail Trek with Panoramic Train Ride

• Classic Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu from Cusco – 5 Days

• Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu 2D/1N

• 4-Day Salkantay Trek with Sky Camp Stay

There are several different ticket options for Machu Picchu, depending on whether you access the archaeological site directly or combine it with a hike along one of the mountain trails. For foreign visitors, admission costs around 152 soles for adults, 77 soles for students, and 70 soles for children aged 3–17 years old—prices are discounted for Peruvian nationals.

Yes, Machu Picchu is impressive on all counts: its historical significance, its remarkably preserved ruins, and its high-altitude setting surrounded by Andean peaks. There are numerous ways to visit, whether you undertake the classic Inca Trail, challenge yourself to a lesser-known hike, or ride the train or bus to the mountaintop. Opting for a tour lets you skip the hassle of booking tickets and transport, and ensures you secure your preferred date, as numbers are strictly limited on all routes.

Per one customer who booked the Classic Inca Trail Trek 4D/3N to Machu Picchu Group Service, "Amazing all around. It was actually our first major overnight hiking experience, and while it proved more challenging for us in our 50s than the rest of our much younger group, the efforts of the Alpaca team and the support of our fellow hikers allowed us to complete one of the most amazing trips and accomplishments of our lives. The Inca Trail experience was amazing, and Machu Picchu was the cherry on top. Tino was an amazing guide, and we couldn't have done it without him!"

Guided tours of Machu Picchu last about 2.5 hours, and grant access to the site for up to 4 hours. If you plan to hike to either Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain, set aside more time. Some travelers prefer to visit the site as part of a multi-day trek.

Yes, you can visit Machu Picchu in one day. Departing from the nearby city of Aguas Calientes, you can take a roughly 30-minute bus ride to the site. From there, you have up to four hours to see the landmark at your own pace before descending.

The most popular time to visit Machu Picchu is from April through October, and the high-season months of June, July, and August are especially busy. However, to enjoy good weather following the end of the rainy season, and to beat the crowds, time your visit for April or May.

If you visit during the low season, aim to purchase tickets at least one month in advance; if coming during the high season, set aside several months to be safe. Note that if you plan to hike the Inca Trail, you should book at least eight months ahead.

There are tons of fun things to do when you're done visiting Machu Picchu. According to travelers, these are some of the top attractions in Cusco: 

• Quechua Village

• Aguas Calientes

• Agricultural Terraces of Moray

• Inca Trail

• Sacsayhuaman (Saqsaywaman)

View Viator's guide to all the best attractions in Cusco.