Do you dream of visiting Machu Picchu one day? You should know that the perfect trip needs a basic pre-organization. For example, the Ticket Machu Picchu is the first ticket to start preparing the trip itinerary to the Inca Citadel. Around the date of the entrance to the Inca llaqta, the train tickets, buses and accommodation reservations are ordered. How to organize the dream trip to the Inca site? Below is the information necessary to achieve it.

• The Machu Picchu Ticket
• The train tickets
• The bus tickets
• Accommodation in Machu Picchu
• Buses to Hydroelectric
• Other important services

The Machu Picchu Ticket

It is the only document that allows entering Machu Picchu. It must be booked online and with time in advance. After choosing the date and time of entry to the Wonder of the World, you must do the same with the flights by plane, transport by train and bus to the entrance door to the Inca City and the hotel reservation. These are the 4 types of Ticket Machu Picchu available:

• Ticket Machu Picchu Only (5,000 people per day) – it Is recommended that you book 72 hours in advance. 2 months during the peak tourist season (April to October).
  • Morning shift: 6:00 a.m. at 12:00 a.m.
  • Afternoon shift: 12:00 a.m. at 05:30 p.m.
• Ticket Machu Picchu + Huayna Picchu (400 people a day) – It is recommended to book 2 months in advance. 4 months during the high season of tourism.
  • Group 1: 07:00 a.m. at 08:00 a.m.
  • Group 2: 10:00 a.m. at 11:00 a.m.
• Ticket Machu Picchu + Mountain: (800 people per day) – It is recommended to reserve it 72 hours in advance. 2 months during the high season of tourism.
  • Group 1: 07:00 a.m. at 08:00 a.m.
  • Group 2: 09:00 a.m. at 10:00 a.m.
• Ticket Machu Picchu + Museum: (According to availability Machu Picchu Solo) – It is recommended to reserve it 72 hours in advance. 2 months during the high season of tourism.
  • Morning shift: 6:00 a.m. at 12:00 a.m.
  • Afternoon shift: 12:00 a.m. at 05:30 p.m.

  * The Site Museum remains open from 09:00 a.m. at 04:30 p.m.

The train tickets

After getting the Ticket Machu Picchu, the next step is to get the train tickets to the town of Aguas Calientes, the closest point before reaching the Wonder of the World. The train ticket runs out almost parallel to the entry ticket to the Inca site, so it is recommended to book it as soon as possible. There are 2 companies that offer this service: Peru Rail and Inca Rail, whose rates vary according to the experience on board.

Peru Rail – Most of the services depart from the Ollantaytambo station to Aguas Calientes. Only the most exclusive services depart from the Poroy station, a few minutes from Cusco. In addition, there is a train that stops at the Belmond Río Sagrado Hotel in Urubamba to board the hotel guests.

• Vistadone: Wagons are wide windows with panoramic views of the Sacred Valley of the Incas. It also has leather seats, air conditioning, heating and attention on board.
• Expedition: Wagons with panoramic windows, service on board, snacks to taste and Peruvian food.
• Belmond Hiram Bingham: Considered one of the most luxurious trips in the world. It has a bar, observatory, wines, musical show, tourist guides on board, gourmet dinner and income to Machu Picchu.

Inca Rail – Most of these services depart from the town of Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes. However, some of the most exclusive services depart from the Poroy station, a few minutes from the city of Cusco.

• Traveling Class: Wagons with modern designs, panoramic windows and folding tables. It also has environmental music, snacks, drinks and attention on board.
• Business Class: Wagons with panoramic windows, drinks selection and sale of local products. The service on board is personalized.
• First Class: One of the most luxurious and personalized trains. It has space for only 30 passengers per trip as well as cocktail service, lunch or gourmet dinner. Attend only on special dates.
• Presidential Service: A service that attends only at the request of the traveler. It has space for up to 8 people. The decoration is with upholstery elaborated by artisans of the region. It has a free bar, food on board and personalized attention.

The bus tickets

Once in the town of Aguas Calientes, the visitor must decide whether to get on foot or with one of the buses that depart every 5 minutes towards the entrance to Machu Picchu. The trip takes around 30 minutes. Do it on foot, almost 2 hours. The prices depend on the age, nationality and if you want to do only the upload, download or both. Here is some important information:

• The climb is demanding. It is not recommended for tourists who wish to make the ascent to the Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu mountains.
• Peruvian citizens have a greater discount than children (5 to 11 years).
• The last bus departs at 03:30 p.m. The entrance to Machu Picchu is only until 04:00 p.m.

Accommodation in Machu Picchu

The town of Aguas Calientes is a place conditioned for tourism. It has hotels of different qualities and prices. From an area prepared for camping at a cost of 15 soles ($ 5 per night) to the only hotel located next to the Inca Citadel from where you can appreciate the Wonder of the World. Here are some tips to take into account to get the hotel liked by the visitor.

• Book your hotel online and with the necessary anticipation. In this way you will ensure the accommodation in the place of your preference.
• If you plan to get to know Machu Picchu during the high season of tourism (from April to October), reservations must be made in advance. The demand increases during those months.

Buses to Hydroelectric

There is another way to get to Machu Picchu without traveling by train or through the Inca Trail. It is the alternative route through the hydroelectric power station. You get there with a bus trip of approximately 5 hours from the city of Cusco. From that point, you will reach Aguas Calientes on a 30-minute train ride or through a 2-hour walk. Due to the adventure that it represents to reach Machu Picchu on foot, it is one of the most amazing options.

• In Cusco, there are tours that take the visitor directly to the hydroelectric power station. Another option is to do the route on your own.
• If you chose to do it on your own, there is no bus that takes you directly to the hydroelectric power station. The tourist must take up to 3 cars to get there (Cusco-Santa María, Santa María-Santa Teresa, and Santa Teresa-Hydroelectric Plant).

Other important services

• As well as the services of trains, buses and hotels, food is an important point during the visit to the Inca Citadel. This does not have to be reserved in advance. There are many offers of all kinds and quality in Aguas Calientes. Dare to try Peruvian food such as: ceviche, guinea pig, chiri uchu, etc.
• The train service is not the only way to get to the Wonder of the World. The most adventurous way to do it is through the Inca Trail: a 4-day trekking route to the Puerta Del Sol of Machu Picchu. Revenues must be reserved up to 6 months in advance.