How much is the Circuit 3C Gran Caverna ticket?

$81.90 per adult, card fee included. This route is for adults only, so there is no child fare.

What is Circuit 3C at Machu Picchu?

Route 3C: the lower royal sector of the city plus the long trail around Waynapicchu to the Gran Caverna, the Temple of the Moon, in up to 7 h. It is the longest walk of the 11 routes and it does not reach the Waynapicchu summit.

Is Circuit 3C worth it?

For hikers who want the least-visited trail in the sanctuary and the finest stonework hidden behind the mountain, yes. For a first visit choose Circuit 2A; for the Waynapicchu summit, Circuit 3A.

What is the Gran Caverna?

A cave shrine on the far side of Waynapicchu, also known as the Temple of the Moon, with some of the finest stonework in the sanctuary. The trail to it is the longest walk of all the routes.

Do I also reach the Waynapicchu summit?

The official route is the Gran Caverna trail, not the summit. If the summit is what you want, book Circuit 3A.

Which part of the city does it include?

The lower royal sector, the same as every Circuit 3 route: Temple of the Sun viewpoint, Pisonay Square, Temple of the Condor, Water Mirrors, Eastern Qolqas, Twelve Niches and the Sacred Rock.

Machu Picchu Tickets Circuit 3C Grand Cavern

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Each circuit is a separate official ticket with its own route and entry times. Prices per adult, card fee included.

$81.90USD per adult

Adults only (18+) · no child fare

Card payment fee (5%) included

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Travelers

Adult (18+)$81.901

Student (18–24, valid card)$58.800

Total for 1 traveler$81.90

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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$81.90per adult

About this circuit

Visit the Temple of the Moon inside Huayna Picchu mountain via jungle paths. One of the most mystical sites in the sanctuary — hidden in a natural cavern. We sell this route to adults only (18+). Busiest from June to October.

Walk the route before you book itAll 8 stops of the official route, in order, with what to look for at each→

Machu Picchu Circuit 3C Grand Cavern ticket prices 2026

Fare	Foreign visitors	Peru & Andean Community
Adult (18+)	$81.90	$61.95
Student (18–24, valid card)	$58.80	$42

Adults only (18+): this route has no child fare. 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 7 h

8 official stops, walked one way with no backtracking.

Difficulty: Challenging

Plan according to your fitness level.

What you'll see

Temple of the Moon inside a natural cavern in Huayna Picchu.
The longest walk of all the routes, down the far side of Huayna Picchu.
A cave shrine with some of the finest stonework in the sanctuary.

Who this ticket is for

Experienced walkers who want the longest, quietest trail in the sanctuary and a cave shrine few visitors reach.
Travelers visiting at any time of year — it is sold year-round, with the most visitors from June to October.
Not for anyone short on time or fitness: it allows up to 7 hours inside for a reason.

The route, according to the official map

Circuit 3C — Gran Caverna Route. The lower city and the long trail behind Waynapicchu to the Great Cavern, with 7 hours inside. Official limit: Up to 7 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 3C guide.

Compared with Circuit 3A Huayna Picchu

	Circuit 3C Grand Cavern	Circuit 3A Huayna Picchu
The trail	Around and down the far side of Waynapicchu to the Gran Caverna	Up to the Waynapicchu summit and back
Official maximum stay	Up to 7 h	Up to 6 h
Season	Year-round, busiest June–October	Year-round quota

Questions about this ticket

How much is the Circuit 3C Gran Caverna ticket?: $81.90 per adult, card fee included. This route is for adults only, so there is no child fare.
What is Circuit 3C at Machu Picchu?: Route 3C: the lower royal sector of the city plus the long trail around Waynapicchu to the Gran Caverna, the Temple of the Moon, in up to 7 h. It is the longest walk of the 11 routes and it does not reach the Waynapicchu summit.
Is Circuit 3C worth it?: For hikers who want the least-visited trail in the sanctuary and the finest stonework hidden behind the mountain, yes. For a first visit choose Circuit 2A; for the Waynapicchu summit, Circuit 3A.
What is the Gran Caverna?: A cave shrine on the far side of Waynapicchu, also known as the Temple of the Moon, with some of the finest stonework in the sanctuary. The trail to it is the longest walk of all the routes.
Do I also reach the Waynapicchu summit?: The official route is the Gran Caverna trail, not the summit. If the summit is what you want, book Circuit 3A.
Which part of the city does it include?: The lower royal sector, the same as every Circuit 3 route: Temple of the Sun viewpoint, Pisonay Square, Temple of the Condor, Water Mirrors, Eastern Qolqas, Twelve Niches and the Sacred Rock.

What's included

Your Circuit 3C 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