This fascinating Inca site “Machu Picchu” is a 15th-century Inca citadel. Situated on a mountain ridge 2,430 meters (7,970 ft.) above sea level. This majestic Inca archaeological site is in the region of high jungle or cloud-forest. It has 4 months of great weather (May to August) and the rest of time totally unpredictable, with chances of rainy and sunny days. So it means that the best chance to observe the popular sunrise at Machu Picchu is mainly in the winter season. But sometimes in the shoulder months of the wet season you can find a clear sky and observe the Sunrise. Almost impossible in the wet season.
Sunrise at Machu Picchu on Tour & treks:
At Top Peru Trips we have carefully designed great tour itineraries with a final day at Machu Picchu. Especially to see the sunrise or hike up to Mt Huayna Picchu. So for people planning a trip to Machu Picchu, we recommed you to check out our tour and trek options as: Machu Picchu explorer 2 day tour, Sacred Valley excursion & Machupicchu 2 day, Chinchero & Moray tour Peru 2 day.
Amazing short hikes: Short Inca Trail hike 2 day, Huchuy Qosqo trek 2 day Also some great multi-day treks as Ancascocha trek, Lares trek, Salkantay trek or Cachicata trek. to see the Sunrise at Machu Picchu, it is important to overnight in Aguas Calientes the night prior of your visit. Otherwise you get late to Machu Picchu and miss out many nice details as the Sunrise.
Taking one of the day tours to Machu Picchu you will not be able to see the Sunrise. Sometimes you have only a few hours at this wonderful site and it is almost noon when you arrive there. Now with the new regulations giving by the Peruvian government office for 2025. Travelers need to be precise and careful with the visiting hours of Machu Picchu. For any additional info you should definitely contact us. So we can provide you an accurate suggestions on how to prepare your lifetime experience at this astounding and magical wonder of the world.
Travelers who have the a valid student card (ISIC) from any university can get the discount on the admision ticket to Machu Picchu.
