Announcement: Inca Trail Permit Sales Begin November 4th, 2025

We are thrilled to announce that permits for the Inca Trail for the 2025 trekking season will go on sale starting November 4th, 2024! This is your chance to secure a spot on one of the most iconic hikes in the world, leading you to the breathtaking ruins of Machu Picchu.

Given the limited availability of permits, we encourage all interested trekkers to prepare early. Details on pricing, group sizes, and booking procedures will be available on our website.

Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to explore the rich history and stunning landscapes of the Inca Trail. Mark your calendars for November 4th, and get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

Opening date	Reservation month	Opening hours
November 4th:	January 2025	9:00am
November 5th:	March 2025	9:00am
November 6th:	April 2025	9:00am
November 7th:	May 2025 (1st to 15th)	9:00am
November 8th:	May 2025 (16th to 31st)	9:00am
November 11th:	June 2025	9:00am
November 12th:	July 2025	9:00am
November 13th:	August 2025	9:00am
November 14th:	September 2025	9:00am
November 15th:	October 2025	9:00am
November 18th:	November 2025	9:00am
November 19th:	December 2025	9:00am

For more information, please contact:

info@salkantaytrek.org

+51 970 506 205

Best regards from Cusco,

Inka Trail Expeditions Perú

Entry times to the citadel of Machu Picchu

Entry time to Machu Picchu (*)	Tolerance period in months of regular visitor demand (**)	Tolerance period during months of highest visitor demand (from June 1 to October 15 and December 30 and 31) (**)
06.00 am	Until 06:30am	Until 06:45am
07.00 am	Until 07:30am	Until 07:45am
08.00 am	Until 08:30am	Until 08:45am
09.00 am	Until 09:30am	Until 09:45am
10.00 am	Until 10:30am	Until 10:45am
11.00 am	Until 11:30am	Until 11:45am
12.00 pm	Until 12:30pm	Until 12:45pm
01.00 pm	Until 01:30pm	Until 01:45pm
02.00 pm	Until 02:30pm	Until 02:45pm
03.00 pm	Until 03:30pm	Until 03:45pm

(*) Check-in time at the main gate of the Inca city of Machu Picchu

(**) There is no tolerance period for entry to the mountain controls of Machu Picchu, Huaynapicchu and Huchuypicchu

It's time to Travel

Machu Picchu

 

Machu Picchu Full day - offer valid until Feb 28th 2023

 “With Expedition Train Service : USD $ 219.00 per person. The Adventure Starts in the Journey

“With Panorámic Vistadome Train (one  way): USD $ 269.00 per person "A journey for your senses"

One day visit to one of the wonders of the world, Machu Picchu.

The beautiful Machu Picchu Inca citadel was built in the fifteenth century by Inca Pachacutec, this impressive archaeological monument was considered a Royal hacienda destined to the cult of the Gods and a challenge to the ruling skills builders.

This trek is often known as "the twenty one day to Machu Picchu Tours"

ITINERARY

EVERY DAY from 5:00 am. to 10:30 pm.

05:00 am Transfer from your hotel in Cusco to train station of Ollantaytambo

07:00 am Tourist Train to Machu Picchu village (Aguas Calientes)

11:00 am Tour Machu Picchu Inca City

03:00 pm Lunch on Aguas Calientes

05:00 pm Hot spring on Aguas Calientes (optional)

06:45 pm Tourist Train from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo

08:45 pm Transfer from train station of Ollantaytambo to Cusco

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https://www.salkantaytrek.org/tours/machu-picchu-1-day

Reopening of Machu Picchu from February 15th 2023

The Ministry of Culture, through the Decentralised Directorate of Culture of Cusco, communicates to the public opinion to inform the following:

The reopening of the Sanctuary of Machu Picchu has been arranged, starting on Wednesday, February 15th, 2023, under the same conditions, schedules and circuits established, after having assumed the commitment jointly with the institutions that make up the Unit of Management of Machu Picchu (UGM), municipal authorities of Machu Picchu and Ollantaytambo, Directors of the Chamber of Commerce and leaders of social organisations, to guarantee the security of the monuments, and transportation services, so that visitors can enjoy of the visit experience.

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MACHU PICCHU REOPENS ON FEBRUARY 15TH 2023

The representatives of the Deconcentrated Directorate of Culture of Cusco, of the Regional Management of Foreign Trade and Tourism of Cusco (Gercetur), of Peru Rail, and the municipalities of Machu Picchu town and of Ollantaytambo agreed to schedule for the 15th of February 2023 the reopening of Llaqta of Machu Picchu.

MINUTES OF CONCLUSIONS OF THE DIALOGUE TABLE WITH AUTHORITIES AND INVOLVED PARTIES FOR THE OPENING OF THE LLAQTA OF THE HISTORICAL SANCTUARY OF MACHUPICCHU – ARCHAEOLOGICAL PARK OF MACHUPICCHU

In the city of Cusco, in the auditorium facilities of the Regional Management of Foreign Trade and Tourism, and invited representatives, through Multiple Official Letter No. 001-2023-GR Cusco – UGM/ST, having different positions for the opening of the Llaqta of Historical Sanctuary of Machu Picchu and Archaeological Park of Machu Picchu, however, the following conclusions were reached:

1. Lic. Abel Matto Leiva – Regional Manager of Foreign Trade, Tourism and Crafts, indicates that the municipalities of Machu Picchu, Ollantaytambo, Chinchero, Poroy and Urubamba, through their representatives, hold dialogue tables and sign minutes with the Presidents of the Peasant Communities, for the activation of tourism in the Llaqta of the Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu – Machupicchu Archaeological Park.
2. The Director of the Decentralized Directorate of Culture, Arch. Maritza Rosa Candia, told the authorities to propose a date to reach the respective Minutes with the Presidents of the Communities in numeral 1, so by consensus it was agreed that they will be submitted with a deadline of February 15th, 2023.
3. Mr. Robinson Gutierrez Llanos – Tourism Manager of the District Municipality of Ollantaytambo, will speak with the population to raise awareness regarding the problem of tourism.
4. Mr. Héctor Oliver – Deputy Mayor of the District Municipality of Machu Picchu agrees to dialogue in the communities with the leaders.
5. For February 15th, 2023, the opening of the Llaqta of the Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu – Machu Picchu Archaeological Park is being scheduled.

More info:

info@salkantaytrek.org

+51 970 506 205

https://wa.me/51970506205

https://www.salkantaytrek.org/blog/machu-picchu-reopens-on-february-15th-2023/