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- Machu Picchu Great Cavern Ticket – Circuit 3C
Machu Picchu Great Cavern Ticket – Circuit 3C
- Circuit 3C - Great Cavern Route
- 4 hours
- 24 hours
- Mobile Ticket
Book your Machu Picchu + Great Cavern ticket (Circuit 3C) for the most adventurous route at the site: Huayna Picchu’s summit plus a descent to the Great Cavern (Temple of the Moon), a remote ceremonial site carved into the mountain that most visitors never see.
Highlights
- Combines the Huayna Picchu summit with a remote descent trail
- The Great Cavern (Temple of the Moon), a hidden ceremonial cave
- Fine Inca stonework rarely seen by typical visitors
- A genuinely quiet, low-traffic route
- For travelers who’ve done the classic circuits and want more
Inclusions
- Machu Picchu entrance ticket with Huayna Picchu + Great Cavern permit, Circuit 3C
- Mobile ticket, valid for your assigned entry group
- Optional add-ons at checkout: round-trip bus, private guide
Need to Know
- Duration: approx. 4 hours round trip
- Difficulty: very high — long, steep, includes descent and re-ascent; not for beginners
- Entry: strict entry-group time
- Daily capacity: very limited — book as early as possible
- ID required: passport (or ID matching the one used at booking)
- Best for: experienced hikers seeking the most remote, demanding route at Machu Picchu
Cancellation Policy
This entrance ticket and hiking permit are non-refundable once issued, as required by Peru’s Ministry of Culture. Add-ons (bus, guide) can be cancelled free up to 48 hours before your visit. [Full cancellation policy →]
Entry Flow - Logistics
Circuit 3C follows the Huayna Picchu trailhead, then branches off after the summit toward the Great Cavern via a steep descent. It’s a there-and-back trail from the cavern before rejoining the main path down. Budget extra time versus Huayna Picchu alone.
FAQs
Do I need Huayna Picchu experience before doing Circuit 3C?
No prior experience is required, but 3C is more demanding than Huayna Picchu alone, since it adds a descent to the Great Cavern and a return climb. Come prepared for a longer, tougher day.
Is Circuit 3C good for families with kids?
Not recommended — the trail is long, steep, and includes exposed sections better suited to experienced hikers.
What should I bring for Circuit 3C?
Sturdy hiking shoes, water, a light rain layer, and snacks — this is the longest circuit on-site and has no facilities along the trail.
Is the Great Cavern worth the extra effort?
For hikers who’ve already seen the classic viewpoints, yes — it’s one of the few genuinely quiet, remote spots left at Machu Picchu.
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