There are 2 classic Inca Trails to Machu Picchu, if You do not find your space for the classic 4 days Inca Trail, look for the other option of 2 days Inca Trail below.
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Inca Trail permits
Between 1996 and 2001, in the absence of trail regulations, more than 1000 people were accessing the Inca Trail daily, leading to trail damage and litter along the trail and in the archaeological sites.
In 2003 the Peruvian government established regulations on access to the Inca Trail in order to keep its status of World Heritage Site, under pressure from UNESCO.
One method employed to limit numbers was the prohibition of solo hikers on the trail - you now need to hire a tour operator to hike the Inca Trail.
Since 2003, only 500 people a day are allowed to trek the Inca Trail. This number includes guides and staff, so that now only 200 tourists and 300 porters hike the Inca Trail daily. In addition, since June 2011, 3000 tourists are allowed to access to the Machu Picchu citadel per day. Thus nowadays you need to book well in advance to secure your entrance ticket for Machu Picchu, regardless of whether you go by train or hike the alternative treks.
The Inca Trail is part of the Machu Picchu Historical Sanctuary, a protected area regulated by the SERNANP (Department of Protected Natural Areas of Peru) and "Ministerio de Cultura" (Department of Culture).
All visitors must follow the regulations. Note that the following activities are prohibited: littering, cutting or damaging trees, removing or damaging stones of Inca sites and the trail, removing plants, killing animals, campfire or camping in the Inca sites (only authorized campsites can be used).
Please read the following carefully:
Inca Trail and Machu Picchu entrance fee regulations
-Only the entrance fee provided by the "Ministerio de Cultura" is valid to access the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu Historical Sanctuary, this ticket is personal, non-transferable and includes the entrance fee to Machu Picchu.
-Payment for the entrance fee must be made a minimum of 30 days before beginning the trip and must be bought under your name.
-There is no refund after paying the entrance fee under any circumstances.
-If you want to hike the Huayna Picchu mountain it is mandatory to obtain an additional entrance ticket. It costs about $70 and only 400 people per day are allowed entry.
-If you want to hike the Machu Picchu mountain it is mandatory to obtain an additional entrance ticket. It costs about $65 and only 400 people per day are allowed entry.
Inca Trail reservations
-Reservations will be made at the office of "Ministerio de Cultura" in Cusco, who issue a confirmation and corresponding reservation code.
-The entrance fee can be bought up to 360 days before the trip schedule.
-To buy the entrance fee, tourists must provide full names, passport numbers, ages and nationalities, scanned ISIC student card. Kindly send these details when booking.
-Incorrect information will result in refusal of entrance; there is no refund in this case.
-It is necessary to have a valid International Student Card (ISIC) to be considered a student.
Note: Reservations are subject to the daily capacity issued by the "Ministerio de Cultura" (500 people including guides, porters and tourists) so we recommend you reserve your place as far in advance as possible.
Between 1996 and 2001, in the absence of trail regulations, more than 1000 people were accessing the Inca Trail daily, leading to trail damage and litter along the trail and in the archaeological sites.
In 2003 the Peruvian government established regulations on access to the Inca Trail in order to keep its status of World Heritage Site, under pressure from UNESCO.
One method employed to limit numbers was the prohibition of solo hikers on the trail - you now need to hire a tour operator to hike the Inca Trail.
Since 2003, only 500 people a day are allowed to trek the Inca Trail. This number includes guides and staff, so that now only 200 tourists and 300 porters hike the Inca Trail daily. In addition, since June 2011, 3000 tourists are allowed to access to the Machu Picchu citadel per day. Thus nowadays you need to book well in advance to secure your entrance ticket for Machu Picchu, regardless of whether you go by train or hike the alternative treks.
The Inca Trail is part of the Machu Picchu Historical Sanctuary, a protected area regulated by the SERNANP (Department of Protected Natural Areas of Peru) and "Ministerio de Cultura" (Department of Culture).
All visitors must follow the regulations. Note that the following activities are prohibited: littering, cutting or damaging trees, removing or damaging stones of Inca sites and the trail, removing plants, killing animals, campfire or camping in the Inca sites (only authorized campsites can be used).
Please read the following carefully:
Inca Trail and Machu Picchu entrance fee regulations
-Only the entrance fee provided by the "Ministerio de Cultura" is valid to access the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu Historical Sanctuary, this ticket is personal, non-transferable and includes the entrance fee to Machu Picchu.
-Payment for the entrance fee must be made a minimum of 30 days before beginning the trip and must be bought under your name.
-There is no refund after paying the entrance fee under any circumstances.
-If you want to hike the Huayna Picchu mountain it is mandatory to obtain an additional entrance ticket. It costs about $70 and only 400 people per day are allowed entry.
-If you want to hike the Machu Picchu mountain it is mandatory to obtain an additional entrance ticket. It costs about $65 and only 400 people per day are allowed entry.
Inca Trail reservations
-Reservations will be made at the office of "Ministerio de Cultura" in Cusco, who issue a confirmation and corresponding reservation code.
-The entrance fee can be bought up to 360 days before the trip schedule.
-To buy the entrance fee, tourists must provide full names, passport numbers, ages and nationalities, scanned ISIC student card. Kindly send these details when booking.
-Incorrect information will result in refusal of entrance; there is no refund in this case.
-It is necessary to have a valid International Student Card (ISIC) to be considered a student.
Note: Reservations are subject to the daily capacity issued by the "Ministerio de Cultura" (500 people including guides, porters and tourists) so we recommend you reserve your place as far in advance as possible.