MACHU PICCHU TIPS FOR 1ST TIMERS 2026 | Last Minute Tickets, Circuit Differences & MORE Explained!

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Don’t visit Machu Picchu without watching this first! Here are all THE tips and must-knows for first time Machu Picchu visitors to save money, save time, avoid altitude sickness, score last minute tickets, and have the most magical Machu Picchu experience!

0:00 INTRODUCTION
1:14 MACHU PICCHU PLANNING TIPS
9:52 HOW TO BUY MACHU PICCHU TICKETS
15:22 LAST MINUTE TICKET OPTIONS
17:19 LAST MINUTE TICKET SCAM TO AVOID
19:20 HOW TO GET TO MACHU PICCHU
29:42 MACHU PICCHU TIPS FOR THE DAY OF

*IMPORTANT PLANNING LINKS*

Machu Picchu tickets OFFICIAL site: https://tuboleto.cultura.pe/llaqta_machupicchu

Check availability for daily 1000 last minute tickets: https://tuboleto.cultura.pe/disponibilidad/llaqta_machupicchu

Bus tickets from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu: https://comprar.caminoalamaravilla.com/

Peru Rail: https://www.perurail.com/en

Inca Rail: https://incarail.com/en

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Casa Andina Standard in Aguas Calientes: https://www.booking.com/hotel/pe/casa-andina-classic-machu-picchu.en-gb.html?aid=1180711

Sanctuary Lodge (right next to Machu Picchu!): https://www.booking.com/hotel/pe/machu-picchu-sanctuary-lodge.html?aid=1180711

*REPUTABLE TOUR COMPANIES*

➡️ Well rated day trip group tour from Cusco: https://www.getyourguide.com/cusco-l359/from-cusco-full-day-group-tour-of-machu-picchu-t407150?partner_id=8J15F09

➡️ Well rated Inca Trail tour: https://www.getyourguide.com/cusco-l359/cusco-4-day-inca-trail-to-machu-picchu-with-accommodation-t565927?partner_id=8J15F09

➡️ Well rated two day tour from Cusco including Machu Picchu & Sacred Valley highlights: https://www.getyourguide.com/cusco-l359/2-day-tour-from-cuscosacred-valley-and-machupicchu-by-train-t438757?partner_id=8J15F09

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This video breaks down all the most important must knows when planning a trip to Machu Picchu, including...

- The differences between circuits and routes (and the best routes to pick for a first time trip)
- How to get from Cusco to Machu Picchu, and key differences between different transport modes (trains, bi-modal, treks, etc.)
- The differences between booking with Peru Rail and Inca Rail, the two main train companies
- The different train classes and fares you can book with Peru Rail and Inca Rail
- Important tips for the day of your Machu Picchu visit
- Prohibited items for your Machu Picchu visit

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