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Machu Picchu Travel Alerts and Restrictions
What can affect a Machu Picchu trip: strikes, train disruptions, rainy-season landslides, ticket limits and rule changes, and where to check.
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Machu Picchu is open every day of the year, but a few things can affect your plans: local strikes that block roads or trains, landslides on the railway in the rainy season, sold-out tickets and changes to the visiting rules. Most are announced in advance, and a local operator can usually work around them.
What can affect your trip
- Strikes and protests: local strikes can block roads or stop trains for a day or more. They are usually announced a few days ahead.
- Rainy season (November to March): heavy rain can cause landslides on the railway or trails, especially in January and February, leading to delays or alternative transport.
- Sold-out tickets: daily visitor limits mean popular dates and routes sell out, especially from June to October.
- Rule changes: circuits, entry times, prices and capacity are set by ministerial resolution and can change with little notice.
- The Inca Trail closure: the trail closes every February for maintenance; Machu Picchu stays open.
- Health: altitude sickness in Cusco, and vaccinations if you add the Amazon.
Where to check official information
- The Ministry of Culture’s official Machu Picchu ticket site, for tickets, circuits and rules.
- The train companies’ websites, for timetable changes and service alerts.
- Your government’s travel advice for Peru.
- Your tour operator, who follows the situation on the ground.
How we handle disruptions
- We monitor roads, trains and official announcements every day.
- If a strike or landslide affects your dates, we tell you at once and propose the best option: a new date, a different route or an alternative tour.
- Our team in Cusco is on WhatsApp 24/7 during your trip.
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Frequently asked questions
Quick answers
Is it safe to travel to Machu Picchu?
Yes. Millions of travelers visit every year. Disruptions such as strikes are usually announced in advance and affect transport rather than safety at the site.
What happens to my tour if there is a strike?
We move your visit to the closest possible date or arrange an alternative route. Government tickets cannot be refunded, so we always look for a way to use them.
Do I need travel insurance?
We strongly recommend it, with cover for medical care, evacuation and cancellation.