The 2018 hiking season on the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu is far from over, but if you’re planning on visiting in 2019, the permit sales start today on Monday, October 1st.
The tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis and they sell out fast, especially for the most desirable months of May, June, and July.
Inca Trail permits can only be obtained through a certified travel operator. Note that travelers cannot access the Inca Trail without a permit and a tour guide.