How to Buy Tickets for the Caminito del Rey: Your Ultimate Guide
Buying tickets for the Caminito del Rey can be straightforward if you know the steps. This guide will walk you through the booking process, ensuring you secure your spot on this iconic walkway.
IMPORTANT: Before booking an entry ticket on the Caminito del Rey official website one must first register for an account. www.caminitodelrey.info.
An alternative to the official website is to book a ticket for the Caminito del Rey at the Viator website here.
You can also get your entry ticket from Get Your Guide here.
Key points
- Once the account is created on the official website, tickets can be purchased. The entry permit is 10 Euros per person and the site accepts payment by credit/bank card.
- The path is open every day from Tuesday to Sunday, but is closed on Mondays and on specific holidays.
- If the desired date is not available, there is the option to book a guided tour or stay in a local hotel.
- In order to complete the booking process, it is important to have a valid email and password, and to confirm the account through the email sent.
- When purchasing tickets, the user must choose the date, time and type of entry, which includes options for just the entry ticket, entry plus shuttle bus, or guided tour.
- Payment must be made with the credit card used during the registration process, and a confirmation email will be sent with the reference number to take with you on the day of the walk. Its a good idea to have your ID with you as well!
Tips for a Smooth Booking Process
- Remember! CLOSED ON MONDAYS...
- When does the path open? Every day from Tuesday to Sunday.
- When does it close? Every Monday, and January 1st, December 24th, 25th and 31st December
- Many visitors recommend booking tickets at least a month in advance due to high demand
Step by step instructions – Caminito del Rey. Booking the Caminito del Rey (how to buy a ticket).
Entry permits are 10 Euros per person, 18 for the guided tour and 11,55 for the entry and shuttle bus… Payment is made by credit/bank card in full during the booking process. You must create an account on the system in order to purchase tickets for the Caminito del Rey
Remember! You have to register an account first
- Go to www.caminitodelrey.info (This is the English language home page.)
- Register with the site first! At the top left you will see a link for registering or logging in. (REGISTRO / ACCESO ESPACIO PERSONAL) Register with a valid email and password which in Spanish is the word “Clave“. (NOTE: YOUR PASSWORD MUST CONTAIN NUMBERS AND LETTERS!) “Si todavía no estás registrado, puedes hacerlo en el formulario de Registro” This means if you don’t have an account then create one……
- Click Registro. Fill out the registration form and register your account. (Don’t forget to check the two boxes before you click on “Aceptar” and try to get the capcha code right first time!
- Check your email for confirmation (don’t forget to look in your spam folder). The email takes an age to arrive.. In my case with 5 test accounts more than 10 minutes! YOU MUST confirm the account by clicking “Activar” in the email.
Buying your tickets for the Caminito del Rey
- At the the top right, click on “Purchase Tickets” and you’ll be taken to the booking portal (Sometimes it switches back to Spanish) Look for the English language link to change back again.
- (If you are rebooking for another date because of closure on your original date of entry click on the link at the top that says “CANJEO POR CIERRE”. (Or Exchange by Closing) Select the new date you want and then add the original reference number from the email you received when you made your initial reservation.)
- The page with the calendar should load straight away so that you can select the date that you would like the permit for. (use the buttons to navigate through the calendar and select the date you want. If they are not available you will see YELLOW dates and “Agotado” means no places available… GREEN dates means there is availability…
- Click a date and then select the hour you want to walk the Caminito del Rey and Enter how many people are going in your group.
- At this point in order to continue you must login to the site with the account you created earlier.
- You can select the just ticket or ticket plus bus ticket or guided tour. Parking is also available to pay for in advance.
- Make sure that you tick the box to say you accept the rules – (He leído y acepto las condiciones generales de compra y Política de Privacidad.)
- Click on” Finalizar” and enter your card details and click “Pagar”. You will receive an email with confirmation of your entry…PRINT THIS and take it with you along with your passport AND the credit card that you used to make the purchase on the day of your walk.
Try to get you info correct first time!
Note: Try to get all your info right the first time. Sometimes when the page refreshes and you have got something wrong, the information you previously entered is lost and you have to start again.
Some people are having trouble with the system accepting certain emails. If this happens try a different email address.
If you can’t get a ticket for the day you want then the one alternative is to stay in a local hotel. These are the ones nearest to the Caminito del Rey.
Get Your Guide
If it is impossible to get a normal entry ticket from the online system or elsewhere then the only option may be a guided visit (An excellent option for larger groups as well!). Have a look at these options at the Get Your Guide website
Now that you know how to buy tickets for the Caminito del Rey, you’re well-prepared for an unforgettable adventure. Booking your tickets in advance ensures a hassle-free experience, allowing you to fully enjoy the breathtaking views and thrilling pathways of this iconic Spanish attraction.
Plan your visit today and take the first step towards exploring the Caminito del Rey. Don’t forget to share your experience with us in the comments or on our social media pages.
Caminito del Rey Booking FAQ: How to Get Your Tickets
To book Caminito del Rey tickets, visit the official website www.caminitodelrey.info. First, create an account using a valid email address and a password that includes both numbers and letters. After confirming your email, log in to select the date, time, and ticket type—options include general entry, entry plus shuttle bus, or a guided tour. You’ll pay online using a credit or bank card.
Alternatively, guided tours can be booked via trusted platforms such as Viator or GetYourGuide, which often include transport and entry.
General entry: €10
Entry with shuttle bus: €11.55
Guided tour: From €18 (may include shuttle service)
The trail is open from Tuesday to Sunday, with closures on Mondays. It also closes on January 1st, December 24th, December 25th, and December 31st. Opening hours depend on the season and weather conditions.
Tickets often sell out weeks in advance, especially from March to May and September to November. Booking at least one month ahead is strongly recommended to secure your preferred date and time.
If your date shows as “Agotado” (sold out) on the booking calendar, try these alternatives:
Book a guided tour, which may have separate ticket allocations.
Stay at a local hotel, some of which may assist in securing tickets.
Use the portal’s “guided visits” section or check GetYourGuide for additional availability.
You’ll need:
A printed or digital confirmation email with your reference number
A valid photo ID (passport or national ID)
The credit card used to make the booking
Staff may request any of these for identity verification before allowing entry.
The trail starts near the El Kiosko restaurant and ends in El Chorro. Options include:
Train to El Chorro: From Málaga or Ronda
Car hire: Recommended for flexibility and exploring nearby villages
Guided tours with transport: Ideal if you’re based in Málaga, Marbella, or Ronda
Shuttle bus: If you park at the trailhead, take the return shuttle from El Chorro
If your booking is cancelled due to safety or weather-related closures, use the portal’s “CANJEO POR CIERRE” (Exchange by Closing) option. (If you purchased your tickets from the official Caminito del Rey website.) Enter your original reference number to reschedule for another available date.
Last-minute availability is rare. Same-day tickets are almost always sold out, especially in peak months. Always book in advance to avoid disappointment.
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Hello,
we booked a tour online on their official page to visit Caminito del ray on 8.7.2024 which is on Monday, however as we later found out by other sources that it is indeed closed on Mondays. Is it still closed on Mondays? it seems weird to me that on the online booking process you are able to select Monday but its presummebly closed. On the official website it says it is open all week days but on other sources it says otherwise.
We also booked the parking for 2€ abd the shuttle bus for 2.5€ per person.
In this case is it possible to rellocate the date to the working days?
Hello!
Pls, help me 🙂
What time do you recommend for return train from El CHorro to Malaga? 13:51 or 16:39?
We will arive to El chorro from Malaga with the first morning train (08:58 Malaga -9:37 Chorro)
And 2nd question: What is difference between MD and Proximad train? Does it matter which I choose?
Thanks a lot!
Aleš from Prague
Hi Aleš
Getting the earlier train back to Malaga is doable but a bit too rushed for me…I would get the later train as that means you have time to have an explore and lunch when you finish the walk at El Chorro.
Remember that the walk does not start from El Chorro. When you get off the train you need to get the shuttle bus and then walk down to the start point. (All that could take an hour if you include some waiting time for the shuttle bus.
MD is media distancia, I have not heard of “proximad” I wonder if you saw the link for the “next” train as proxima means next????
Have a great trip and do let us know how you get on!
Any advice on most direct way transport wise to get to caminito del ray (entrance to hike) from Marbella? If taxi, what sort of costs? Is there a direct train alternative, not via malaga?
Many thanks
HI Charlotte. The issue you have from Marbella is that most trips would take you up to Malaga and then the train to El Chorro. Remember that Marbella has no train station. The cheapest option would be a guided tour with pick up from Marbella which are around 50 euros…. Just a taxi there would cost more than that then you have your entry tickets etc. Here is one that picks up from Marbella area.