Machu Picchu Mountain ticket: Summit views, 800-person limit
Reach the summit of Machu Picchu Mountain and see the ruins from above
A ticket combining entrance to Machu Picchu with a hike up Machu Picchu Mountain, where only 800 people are admitted daily in two groups. The ascent takes 2 to 3 hours depending on fitness, and rewards climbers with panoramic views of surrounding peaks, valleys, and the Urubamba River winding below. You choose between three departure times: 6:00 am, 7:00 am, or 9:00 am.
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Step-by-step itinerary
Visit Machu Picchu and hike mountain
- Enter Machu Picchu ruins
- Climb Machu Picchu Mountain hike
- Enjoy panoramic views of Urubamba River
The experience
Only 800 people enter Machu Picchu Mountain each day, divided into two groups, which means you're climbing with a small, managed crowd rather than fighting through thousands. The hike itself takes 2 to 3 hours and depends on your own pace and fitness level. From the summit, you see the Inca ruins spread across the valley below and the Urubamba River snaking through the landscape: a view twice as high as what Huayna Picchu offers, the other peak most visitors climb. The ticket gets you into both the citadel and the mountain in one booking.
You'll pick your start time at checkout: 6:00 am, 7:00 am, or 9:00 am. Earlier departures mean fewer people on the trail and cooler temperatures during the climb, but they require an early wake-up from wherever you're staying in Aguas Calientes. The later slot gives you more time in the morning but more company on the mountain. Children from age 8 can join. Younger children can come to Machu Picchu itself but won't be permitted on the mountain hike. You'll need to arrange a guide separately if you want one, that's not included, and you'll also book your own train and bus tickets to reach the site.
What’s included
- Entrance to Machu Picchu and Machu Picchu Mountain.
- access to the summit trail with views of the Urubamba River and surrounding peaks.
Options for this experience
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Is this one for you?The early departures (6:00 am and 7:00 am) suit climbers who want the quietest trail and coolest conditions, though they demand an early start from Aguas Calientes. The 9:00 am slot works better if you prefer a slower morning and don't mind sharing the mountain with more people.
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Top questions
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Youth (8 to 17 years). Under 8: they can't be included in the booking.
What happens if it rains?
It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. No refund if you cancel.
How many people climb Machu Picchu Mountain on a typical day?
Only 800 people are allowed to enter Machu Picchu Mountain daily, split into two groups, so the trail stays manageable compared to the main citadel.
What's the view like from the top of Machu Picchu Mountain?
From the summit you see the Inca ruins below, surrounding peaks, valleys, and the Urubamba River winding through the landscape: a perspective twice as high as Huayna Picchu, the other popular peak.
How long does the hike up Machu Picchu Mountain take?
The ascent ranges from 2 to 3 hours depending on your own pace and physical condition. There's no fixed schedule once you're on the trail.
What time can I start the hike?
You choose between three departure times at checkout: 6:00 am, 7:00 am, or 9:00 am, each group entering the mountain at its assigned slot.
What's not included in this ticket?
The ticket covers entry to Machu Picchu and the mountain hike only. You'll arrange a guide separately if you want one, and you'll book your own train and bus tickets to reach Aguas Calientes and the site.
Machu Picchu Mountain ticket: Summit views, 800-person limit
3h–4h
from US$ 89 per person
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