Huayna Picchu last minute tickets from Aguas Calientes
Visit Huayna Picchu even if tickets are sold out
Price
$128
Children $143
Student $109
Huayna Picchu last minute tickets from Aguas Calientes
This 2-day Huaynapicchu last minute ticket option is designed for travelers who discover too late that official tickets are sold out. Do not worry: with a two-day process in Aguas Calientes you can still secure Huaynapicchu last minute tickets and enjoy Circuit 3 of Machu Picchu, including temples, terraces, and breathtaking citadel views.
You are 100% guaranteed Huaynapicchu + Circuit 3 tickets, even if they show as sold out on the official Ministry of Culture website. In 99% of cases, your confirmed entrance is for Day 2. Only in rare high-demand holidays such as Holy Week, Fiestas Patrias, or School Graduation Week could entry shift to Day 3.
Please note this is a 2-day commitment, not a 2-day guided tour. On Day 1, you must line up in Aguas Calientes (queue usually 15–60 minutes) to register your passport and pick up your Huaynapicchu entrance ticket. No one else can do this for you; each traveler must appear in person. On Day 2, use your confirmed ticket to enter Machu Picchu, walk Circuit 3, and climb Huayna Picchu.
What to Expect: Upon arrival in Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu village), whether you are picked up directly from your hotel, arriving by train, or finishing a trekking tour, our ticket coordinator will meet you immediately. You will be escorted to the registration office, where your passports are submitted and you receive an official registration number to collect your Huayna Picchu entrance tickets in the afternoon. You will then spend the night in Machu Picchu village (please note: travelers must arrange their own hotel accommodation).
The following morning, you will board the official bus to Machu Picchu’s entrance (ticket included). Your visit begins with Circuit 3A, which includes the Inca ruins, temples, and agricultural terraces, followed by the climb to Huayna Picchu mountain—one of the most sought-after experiences at Machu Picchu. Exploration is self-guided, though licensed Machu Picchu tour guides for Circuit 3 are available should you wish to enrich your experience. Afterward, you will board the return bus back to Aguas Calientes (also included).
Price
Price for Huaynapicchu Last Minute Tickets from Aguas Calientes
The cost of securing your guaranteed Huaynapicchu last minute tickets from Aguas Calientes (which also includes access to Circuit 3) depends on the number of travelers in your group.
- $128 USD per person if 2 or more travelers
- $143 USD per person if traveling solo
Discounted prices for Peruvian, Ecuadorian, and Bolivian citizens with valid ID:
- $109 USD per person if 2 or more travelers
- $124 USD per person if traveling solo
What Is Included?
DAY 1: CUSCO TO MACHU PICCHU — Pick Up Your Huaynapicchu Last Minute Tickets from Aguas Calientes
- Early morning passport registration: Upon arrival in Aguas Calientes (whether from Cusco, the train station, or after finishing a trek), our local ticket coordinator will meet you and escort you to the registration office. Here, your passport will be registered and you will receive your Circuit 3A + Huaynapicchu last minute entrance ticket.
- After securing your Huaynapicchu last minute tickets from Aguas Calientes, enjoy free time to relax, explore the village, visit the hot springs, or prepare for your climb the next day.
- Round-trip bus service from Aguas Calientes to the Machu Picchu main entrance.
- Confirmed Huayna Picchu ticket for either 7:00 AM or 9:00 AM entry (based on availability and demand). Please note: entry times are assigned by the Ministry of Culture. During low season the default is usually 7:00 AM, while in high season 9:00 AM is more common.
- Optional professional guide service: For an additional cost, you may request one of our licensed guides to accompany you through Circuit 3 before ascending Huayna Picchu, enriching your visit with cultural and historical insights.
- Return bus from the Machu Picchu entrance back down to Aguas Calientes village.
What is not included?
DAY 1: CUSCO to MACHU PICCHU — What Is Not Included with Huaynapicchu Last Minute Tickets from Aguas Calientes
- Transportation: Train or bus services from Cusco or Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes are not included. Travelers arranging Huaynapicchu last minute tickets from Aguas Calientes must book their own transport to the village.
- Hotel accommodations: Overnight stay in Machu Picchu Pueblo (Aguas Calientes) is not part of the package. You are responsible for reserving your own hotel, based on your preferences and budget.
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are not included on this day.
- Meals: Food and drinks are at your own expense throughout the day.
- Return transportation: Train and/or bus tickets from Aguas Calientes back to Ollantaytambo or Cusco are not included. This gives you flexibility to choose the schedule and service that best fits your plan after visiting Huayna Picchu.
What to Bring for Your Huaynapicchu Last Minute Tickets from Aguas Calientes
To make the most of your visit with Huaynapicchu last minute tickets from Aguas Calientes and your walk through Circuit 3 of Machu Picchu, we recommend bringing the following essentials:
- Original Passport: Required to validate your Huaynapicchu entrance ticket at the checkpoint.
- Warm jacket: Temperatures in the Andes can be chilly in the morning and evening.
- Hat: Protect yourself from strong sun exposure while exploring the Inca citadel.
- Water: Stay hydrated during your hike up Huayna Picchu and around Machu Picchu.
- Sun protection: Sunscreen and sunglasses are essential at high altitude.
Fitness & Preparation for Huaynapicchu Last Minute Tickets from Aguas Calientes
Climbing Huayna Picchu is a rewarding but physically demanding experience. When you secure Huaynapicchu last minute tickets from Aguas Calientes, your journey will include a steep ascent with narrow stone steps, handrails, and dramatic drop-offs. Before starting your climb, you will first walk through Circuit 3 of Machu Picchu, where you can explore temples and terraces at a gentler pace.
- Moderate fitness required: The Huayna Picchu trail is short (1–2 hours round trip) but very steep. Basic cardiovascular fitness will help you enjoy the climb safely.
- Altitude awareness: Machu Picchu sits at 2,430 m (7,970 ft). Take it slow, drink water, and rest if you feel short of breath.
- Not suitable for all travelers: Those with vertigo, knee problems, or significant health conditions should carefully consider before booking Huaynapicchu tickets.
- Footwear matters: Wear supportive shoes with good traction to handle uneven and sometimes slippery stone steps.
- Pace yourself: There is no rush — entry times are controlled, so enjoy the views, stop for photos, and climb at a comfortable rhythm.
Availability of Huaynapicchu Last Minute Tickets from Aguas Calientes
Our Huaynapicchu last minute tickets from Aguas Calientes are available 365 days a year. Whether you are traveling during high season or low season, we guarantee access to Huayna Picchu together with Circuit 3 of Machu Picchu.
- Year-round access: Tickets can be secured every day of the year, including weekends and holidays.
- Guaranteed entry: Even if official tickets appear sold out, our process ensures you still receive your Huaynapicchu entrance ticket.
- Holiday exceptions: During peak weeks (Holy Week, Fiestas Patrias, School Graduation), entry may shift to Day 3, though your ticket is always confirmed.
Frequently Asked Questions about Huaynapicchu Last Minute Tickets from Aguas Calientes
Will I be able to go to the classic photo spot of Machu Picchu with this ticket?No. The Huaynapicchu entrance ticket only includes access to Circuit 3. It does not allow entry to the upper terraces where the classic postcard photo of Machu Picchu is taken. To take this iconic picture, you must purchase an additional Circuit 2 entrance ticket. If you plan to add Circuit 2, let us know in advance so we can create a custom itinerary for you. With Circuit 2, you can reach the Lower Terrace viewpoint where these photos were taken:
This photo is from Circuit 2 Lower Terrace (not included in your Huaynapicchu package but available with an extra ticket).
This close-up photo is also from Circuit 2 Lower Terrace. If you want this viewpoint, bring 152 Peruvian Soles in cash for the extra ticket.
The official government website shows tickets are sold out. Are my Huaynapicchu tickets guaranteed?
Yes. By booking with us, you are guaranteed Huaynapicchu + Circuit 3 tickets, even when they appear sold out on the official Ministry of Culture site. Our daily process ensures access as long as you follow staff instructions. - **100 tickets per day** are released for last-minute allocation. - In 99% of cases, your ticket is secured for **Day 2** of your commitment. - In rare cases (around 1%), during major Peruvian holidays like **Fiestas Patrias (July 28)**, **Holy Week**, or **School Graduation trips (mid-December, late August)**, tickets may roll to **Day 3** instead. If this rare situation happens: - You may choose to switch to a Circuit 1 Machu Picchu Mountain ticket (to still enjoy the classic view and keep your tour to 2 days). - Or, extend your stay one additional night in Aguas Calientes to receive your guaranteed Huaynapicchu Circuit 3 ticket. Hotel costs for an extra night are your responsibility. We do our best to warn travelers in advance when we anticipate surges. In extremely rare cases of sudden influx (mainly locals without reservations), we may need to adjust train schedules at our expense to honor your ticket guarantee.
Can I change my return train if I am assigned the 7:00 AM Huaynapicchu entry time?
Probably. Train companies officially do not allow last-minute changes, but in practice, staff are often flexible if seats are available. - You must request the change in person at the train station. - The company may charge a **10% fee plus the fare difference**. - If you switch to an earlier train, you may lose your included hotel transfer in Cusco. Our “door-to-door” service depends on your original train schedule. If you change, you may need to arrange (and pay for) your own taxi from the station to your hotel.
You may cancel this tour with a penalty of 120 USD per person if you cancel with a 72-hour advanced notice. This is because the bus tickets are not refundable and the train company only allows cancellations by paying a penalty
If you cancel with less than 72 hours advanced notice, no refund of any kind can be made regardless of the reason of your cancellation. Sorry, but we are firm on this as the train, bus tickets (4 of them required) are not refundable. In addition, the work to secure a private guide, the bus tickets, the train tickets, the taxi, and the bus to the entrance, the taxes and the accouting costs do not give us any room to give you any refund if you tell us last minute.
You may change the tour date only, if you give us a 72 hour notice. And you must pay a 30USD penalty per person to change your tour reservation to a new date.
In extremely high demand dates, usually during Peruvian holidays like Peru's Independence day around July 28 or when Peruvian high school students go to Machu Picchu as part of their graduation during the months of September and October , there is a 1% chance you may have to stay one more night in Aguas Calientes without advanced notice. There are only 500 circuit 2 tickets available daily, and In situations when there are more tourists than tickets available, you will have the choice to either take a Circuit 1 Machu Picchu Mountain ticket or Circuit 3 Royalty ticket or Circuit 3 Huayna Picchu ticket to keep the tour to 2-days, or you will have to stay one additional night in Machu Picchu village to get your circuit 2 entrance ticket. In such situations, you are still responsible to pay for your additional hotel costs in Machu Picchu village. Since we do this every day, we usually warn you ahead of time if this may be a possibility, but the first occurrence takes us all by surprise and it may be the case that it happens with you. Please be understanding.