How much is the Sun Gate ticket (Circuit 1C)?

$65.10 per adult and $40.95 for children aged 3 to 17, card fee included. It is the same price as the other Circuit 1 and Circuit 2 routes.

What is Circuit 1C at Machu Picchu?

Route 1C Intipunku: the two upper platforms of Circuit 1 plus the signposted trail to the Sun Gate, the original Inca entrance where the Inca Trail arrives, in up to 4 h. Like every Circuit 1 route it does not enter the Inka city.

Is the Sun Gate hike worth it?

Yes if you want the view that Inca Trail hikers get on arrival: the whole sanctuary from above, with the city small below you, on a trail with far fewer people than the platforms. It is a steady uphill walk, so bring water and allow the full 4 h.

Do I walk part of the Inca Trail?

You walk the final stretch of it in reverse: from the platforms up to Intipunku, the gateway through which the trail arrives at the sanctuary, and back. It is a signposted trail on the official map, not one of the 14 numbered landmarks.

Does the ticket include the Inka city?

No. The official route is entrance, the two platforms, the Intipunku trail and back to the exit. To walk the temples you need a Circuit 2 or 3 ticket on another day.

Why does the route need 4 hours?

The trail to the Sun Gate and back is the longest walk on Circuit 1 after the mountain. The 4-hour stay gives you time for both platforms, the trail at a normal pace and a while at the gate.

Machu Picchu Tickets Circuit 1C Sun Gate

Machu Picchu entrance ticket · Up to 4 h · Moderate · Circuit 1, Panoramic · upper routesEntrance ticket · Up to 4 h · Moderate

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$65.10USD per adult

$40.95 child 3–17

Card payment fee (5%) included

DateOctober 2026

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Travelers

Adult (18+)$65.101

Student (18–24, valid card)$40.950

Child (3–17)$40.950

Under 3Free0

Total for 1 traveler$65.10

Foreign-visitor fares, card fee included. Citizens of Peru and the Andean Community pay less: the checkout shows the exact total.

Fixed date, non-refundableThe Ministry issues each ticket for one date, time and traveler: it can't be changed or refunded. Conditions →

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$65.10per adult

About this circuit

Hike to the Sun Gate (Intipunku) — the original entrance to Machu Picchu for travelers arriving along the Inca Trail. The route combines the upper panoramic sector with the trail to the gate, with stunning views back toward Machu Picchu. Busiest from June to October.

Walk the route before you book itAll 3 stops of the official route, in order, with what to look for at each→

Machu Picchu Circuit 1C Sun Gate ticket prices 2026

Fare	Foreign visitors	Peru & Andean Community
Adult (18+)	$65.10	$36.75
Student (18–24, valid card)	$40.95	$26.25
Child (3–17)	$40.95	$26.25
Under 3	Free	Free

Per person, in US dollars, card payment fee (5%) included. The Peru & Andean Community fare is for citizens of Peru, Bolivia, Colombia and Ecuador.

Key features

Duration: Up to 4 h

3 official stops, walked one way with no backtracking.

Difficulty: Moderate

Plan according to your fitness level.

What you'll see

Intipunku (Sun Gate) — the original entrance for travelers arriving along the Inca Trail.
View Machu Picchu from the same angle the Inca trekkers arrived.
Strong cultural and spiritual significance.

Who this ticket is for

Travelers who want the arrival view that Inca Trail trekkers get, without the four-day trek.
Walkers comfortable with about an hour each way on an exposed ridge path, plus the platforms.
Not for anyone who wants the temples: like every Circuit 1 route, it does not enter the Inka city.

The route, according to the official map

Circuit 1C — Intipunku (Sun Gate) Route. The panoramic platforms plus the walk out to the Sun Gate, with 4 hours inside. Official limit: Up to 4 h inside. The route is one-way with no backtracking; the order below is the order you walk it.

Numbers are the Ministry of Culture's official legend; ▲ marks a signposted trail outside the city. Walk it stop by stop in the 1C guide.

Compared with Circuit 1D Inca Bridge

	Circuit 1C Sun Gate	Circuit 1D Inca Bridge
The trail	East, to Intipunku, the Sun Gate	West, to the Inka Bridge viewpoint
Official maximum stay	Up to 4 h	Up to 3 h
Effort	About an hour each way, gradual climb	Short and mostly level, cliff-edge path

Questions about this ticket

How much is the Sun Gate ticket (Circuit 1C)?: $65.10 per adult and $40.95 for children aged 3 to 17, card fee included. It is the same price as the other Circuit 1 and Circuit 2 routes.
What is Circuit 1C at Machu Picchu?: Route 1C Intipunku: the two upper platforms of Circuit 1 plus the signposted trail to the Sun Gate, the original Inca entrance where the Inca Trail arrives, in up to 4 h. Like every Circuit 1 route it does not enter the Inka city.
Is the Sun Gate hike worth it?: Yes if you want the view that Inca Trail hikers get on arrival: the whole sanctuary from above, with the city small below you, on a trail with far fewer people than the platforms. It is a steady uphill walk, so bring water and allow the full 4 h.
Do I walk part of the Inca Trail?: You walk the final stretch of it in reverse: from the platforms up to Intipunku, the gateway through which the trail arrives at the sanctuary, and back. It is a signposted trail on the official map, not one of the 14 numbered landmarks.
Does the ticket include the Inka city?: No. The official route is entrance, the two platforms, the Intipunku trail and back to the exit. To walk the temples you need a Circuit 2 or 3 ticket on another day.
Why does the route need 4 hours?: The trail to the Sun Gate and back is the longest walk on Circuit 1 after the mountain. The 4-hour stay gives you time for both platforms, the trail at a normal pace and a while at the gate.

What's included

Your Circuit 1C entrance for the date and entry time you choose, issued in your name with your passport number.

Not included: the bus up from Aguas Calientes ($24 round trip), the train and a guide (optional, you can add one at checkout). What a Machu Picchu ticket includes