Circuit 1C Sun Gate
From $62 USDHike to Intipunku — the original Inca entrance
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About this circuit
Hike to the Sun Gate (Intipunku) at 2,745m — the original Inca entrance to the citadel and the climactic arrival point of the Inca Trail. A 3-hour route with stunning views back toward Machu Picchu. Available June to October only.
Key features
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Duration: ~3 hrs
Pace yourself comfortably through the route.
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QR ticket arrives in your email within 2 minutes.
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Official government ticket
Issued directly by Peru's Ministry of Culture.
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Difficulty: Moderate
Plan according to your fitness level.
What you'll see
- Intipunku (Sun Gate) — the original Inca entrance at 2,745m.
- View Machu Picchu from the same angle the Inca trekkers arrived.
- Strong cultural and spiritual significance.
What's included
- Official Ministry of Culture entrance ticket for Circuit 1C.
- QR code delivered by email.
- Free rescheduling up to 24 hours before your visit.
What's not included
- Transport to Aguas Calientes.
- Bus from Aguas Calientes to the entrance gate ($24 USD round-trip).
- Licensed guide (recommended for the trail — we can add one at checkout).