Machu Picchu Schedules and Circuits

‘Machu Picchu Schedules and Circuits’. This iconic archaeological site is not only a testament to Inca ingenuity, but also a place where time seems to have stood still. But to get the most out of your visit, it’s crucial to understand the different schedules and circuits available.

Machu Picchu Circuits 2024

The Machu Picchu circuits are the routes established by the Ministry of Culture of Peru to visit the Inca citadel. There are 5 routes that you can visit.

Circuit 1 Machu Picchu:

This is a short but intense tour that includes the Guardian’s House, the famous classic view of Machu Picchu, the Main Gate, the Temple of the Sun Viewpoint, a set of water mirrors, Pisonay Square, and the agricultural area.

• Circuit Type: High Short
• Travel time: 2 hours
• Ticket: Llaqta Machu Picchu | Circuit 1 or 2 + Inka Bridge

Circuit 2 Machu Picchu:

This is a longer tour that includes the classic view of Machu Picchu, the Mirador del Templo del Sol, the Plaza de los Templos, the Pyramid of Intiwatana (available from 7:00 to 10:00 am), the Sacred Rock, the Twelve Windows, the Oriental Qolcas, the set of water mirrors, the Temple of the Condor (available from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm),  the Plaza del Pisonay and the agricultural area.

• Circuit Type: High Long
• Journey time: 3 hours
• Ticket: Llaqta Machu Picchu | Circuit 1 or 2 + Inka Bridge

Circuit 3 Machu Picchu:

This is a short tour that focuses on the lower part of the citadel of Machu Picchu. It includes Las Qolcas, the Agricultural Zone, the Water Canal, the Temple of the Sun Complex, the House of the Inca, the water mirrors and the Plaza del Pisonay.

• Circuit Type: Bass Short
• Travel time: 1 hour and 30 minutes
• Ticket: Llaqta Machu Picchu / Machu Picchu Mountain + Circuit 3

Circuit 4 Machu Picchu:

This is a long tour that also focuses on the lower part of the citadel of Machu Picchu. It includes Las Qolqas, the Agricultural Zone, the Water Fountains, the Sacred Rock, the Twelve Vanos, the water mirrors, the Temple of the Condor (available from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm) and the Plaza del Pisonay.

• Circuit Type: Bass Long
• Journey time: 2 hours and 30 minutes
• Ticket: Llaqta Machu Picchu / Huayna Picchu Mountain + Circuit 4 / Huchuy Picchu Mountain + Circuit 4

Circuit 5 Machu Picchu (Only for Inca Trail routes):

This tour is specifically designed for those who are doing the Inca Trail routes. It includes Las Qolqas, the Agricultural Zone, the Water Canal, the Temple of the Sun Complex, the House of the Inca, the Water Fountains, the Three Portals Complex and the Pisonay Square.

• Travel time: 2 hours and 30 minutes
• Ticket: Inca Trail

Machu Picchu 2024 / 2025 Entrance Schedule

Llaqta Machu Picchu Ticket: 10 Entry Times

The ” Llaqta Machu Picchu” ticket is very popular among tourists who visit Machu Picchu every day. This ticket offers ten options for entry times, and each visit lasts approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes.

• Schedule 1:
  • Admission from 6 to 7 a.m.
  • Departure around 9:30 a.m.
• Schedule 2:
  • Check-in from 7 to 8 a.m.
  • Departure around 10:30 a.m.
• Schedule 3:
  • Admission from 8 to 9 a.m.
  • Departure around 11:30 a.m.
• Schedule 4:
  • Admission from 9 to 10 a.m.
  • Departure around 12:30 p.m.
• Schedule 5:
  • Admission from 10 to 11 a.m.
  • Departure around 1:30 p.m.
• Schedule 6:
  • Check-in from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
  • Departure around 2:30 p.m.
• Schedule 7:
  • Admission from 12 to 1 p.m.
  • Departure around 3:30 p.m.
• Schedule 8:
  • Check-in from 1 to 2 p.m.
  • Departure around 4:30 p.m.
• Schedule 9:
  • Admission from 2 to 3 p.m.
  • Departure around 5:30 p.m.
• Schedule 10:
  • Admission from 3 to 4 p.m.
  • Departure around 5:30 p.m.

Machu Picchu + Huayna Picchu Ticket: 4 Entry Times

The “Machu Picchu + Huayna Picchu” ticket is very popular as it allows visitors to climb to the top of the famous Huayna Picchu mountain. Due to its high demand, it is recommended to buy it online 3 or 4 months in advance. This ticket offers four options for entry times and each visit lasts approximately 5 hours.

• Schedule 1:
  • Entrance to Machu Picchu from 7 a.m.
  • Access to Huayna Picchu between 8 and 9 a.m.
  • Departure at noon at the latest.
• Schedule 2:
  • Entrance to Machu Picchu from 8 a.m.
  • Access to Huayna Picchu between 9 and 10 a.m.
  • Check-out at 1 p.m. at the latest.
• Schedule 3:
  • Entrance to Machu Picchu from 9 a.m.
  • Access to Huayna Picchu between 10 and 11 a.m.
  • Departure at 2 p.m. at the latest.
• Schedule 4:
  • Entrance to Machu Picchu from 10 a.m.
  • Access to Huayna Picchu between 11 a.m. and 12 p.m.
  • Departure at 3 p.m. at the latest.

Machu Picchu + Mountain Ticket: 2 Entry Times

The “Machu Picchu + Mountain” ticket is a great option if you didn’t manage to get a ticket to Huayna Picchu. This ticket allows you to climb Machu Picchu Mountain, the highest mountain in the place. It is recommended to buy it online 2 or 3 weeks in advance. This ticket offers two options for entry times and each visit lasts approximately 6 hours. Here’s a simpler version of the schedules:

• Schedule 1:
  • Entrance to Machu Picchu from 7 a.m.
  • Access to Machu Picchu Mountain between 8 and 9 a.m.
  • Check-out at 1 p.m. at the latest.
• Schedule 2:
  • Entrance to Machu Picchu from 9 a.m.
  • Access to Machu Picchu Mountain between 10 and 11 a.m.
  • Departure at 3 p.m. at the latest.

Machu Picchu + Huchuy Picchu Ticket: 5 Entry Times

The “Machu Picchu + Huchuy Picchu” ticket is a recently enabled option that allows visitors to take a short hiking trail to the top of Huchuy Picchu Mountain, in addition to touring the Inca archaeological site. This ticket offers five options for entry times and each visit lasts approximately 4 hours.

• Schedule 1:
  • Entrance to Machu Picchu from 7 a.m.
  • Access to Huchuy Picchu between 8 and 9 a.m.
  • Departure around 11 a.m.
• Schedule 2:
  • Entrance to Machu Picchu from 8 a.m.
  • Access to Huchuy Picchu between 9 and 10 a.m.
  • Departure around noon.
• Schedule 3:
  • Entrance to Machu Picchu from 9 a.m.
  • Access to Huchuy Picchu between 10 and 11 a.m.
  • Departure around 1 p.m.
• Schedule 4:
  • Entrance to Machu Picchu from 10 a.m.
  • Access to Huchuy Picchu between 11 a.m. and 12 p.m.
  • Departure around 2 p.m.
• Schedule 5:
  • Entrance to Machu Picchu from 11 a.m.
  • Access to Huchuy Picchu between 12 p.m. and 1 p.m.
  • Departure around 3 p.m.

Machu Picchu + Inca Bridge Ticket: 9 Entry Times

The “Machu Picchu + Inca Bridge” ticket is a favorite of visitors, as in addition to allowing the tour of the Inca archaeological site, it offers a short hiking trail to the Inca Bridge of Machu Picchu. This ticket offers nine options for entry times and each visit lasts approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes.

• Schedule 1:
  • Entrance to Machu Picchu from 7 a.m.
  • Access to the Inca Bridge between 8 and 9 a.m.
  • Departure around 9:30 a.m.
• Schedule 2:
  • Entrance to Machu Picchu from 8 a.m.
  • Access to the Inca Bridge between 9 and 10 a.m.
  • Departure around 10:30 a.m.
• Schedule 3:
  • Entrance to Machu Picchu from 9 a.m.
  • Access to the Inca Bridge between 10 and 11 a.m.
  • Departure around 11:30 a.m.
• Schedule 4:
  • Entrance to Machu Picchu from 10 a.m.
  • Access to the Inca Bridge between 11 a.m. and 12 p.m.
  • Departure around 12:30 p.m.
• Schedule 5:
  • Entrance to Machu Picchu from 11 a.m.
  • Access to the Inca Bridge between 12 p.m. and 1 p.m.
  • Departure around 1:30 p.m.
• Schedule 6:
  • Entrance to Machu Picchu from noon
  • Access to the Inca Bridge between 1 and 2 p.m.
  • Departure around 2:30 p.m.
• Schedule 7:
  • Entrance to Machu Picchu from 1 p.m.
  • Access to the Inca Bridge between 2 and 3 p.m.
  • Departure around 3:30 p.m.
• Schedule 8:
  • Entrance to Machu Picchu from 2 p.m.
  • Access to the Inca Bridge between 3 and 4 p.m.
  • Departure around 4:30 p.m.
• Schedule 9:
  • Entrance to Machu Picchu from 3 p.m.
  • Access to the Inca Bridge between 4 and 5 p.m.
  • Departure around 5:30 p.m.