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Machu Picchu

The “Lost City of the Incas”, deemed the most spectacular sight on the continent and one of the world's finest examples of landscape architecture, is nestled atop a mountain saddle in the middle of a cloud forest.

Let us arrange your transportation on the Vistadome train from Cusco or Ollantaytambo to the sanctuary, and guide services there. We recommend that you spend at least one night in Machu Picchu Pueblo so that you can visit the ruins early in the morning mist before the first trainloads of people arrive. This is the best time to experience the mystery of the sanctuary.

Whatever your interest, cloud forest and orchid gardens, basket weaving or Andean music lessons, an informative slide show or a spiritual session, the magic that surrounds Machu Picchu will amaze you and embrace you.

	Machu Picchu Day Trip Start the day with a train ride through the Sacred Valley of Urubamba to the “Lost City of the Incas”, Machu Picchu. Perched 8,200 feet above the valley, it was hidden by mountains and semi-tropical jungles for 400 years until discovered by Hiram Bingham of Yale University in 1911. Archaeologists believe that the Inca “Virgins of the Sun” took refuge from the Spanish conquistadors here. (12h.) $355 per person in group tour, including roundtrip train, bus, lunch at the Sanctuary Lodge, and services of a professional guide. $450 per person in private tour for two people.
	Extra days in Machu Picchu Few things on earth could come close to an extended stay at one of the most incredible sights, the ruins of Machu Picchu. Take as much time as you need to study the mysterious ruins; hike Huayna Picchu, the pyramid-shaped mountain above Machu Picchu; stroll to the Inca Bridge, a secret entrance used by the Inca's army; walk toward the Inca Trail to find the historic Sun Gate. Choose from among the fine accomodations at the ruins or the nearby town of Machu Picchu Pueblo (formerly Aguas Calientes).
	One Day Hike to Machu Picchu Opt to arrive at the Sanctuary by the ancient Inca Trail. Get off the train at kilometer 108 for a six hour guided hike on the last part of the Inca Trail. This network of ancient Inca roads traces the route to Machu Picchu visiting the striking Inca terraces of Wiñaywayna.
	The Vistadome Train takes you in comfort from Cusco or Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchu Pueblo (formerly Aguas Calientes). Unles you choose to hike the Inca Trail for 4 days, a train is the only way to arrive here. From the train station in Machu Picchu Pueblo where almost all of the hotels in the area are located, it is a short bus ride to the citadel. Buses go there every 15-20 mintues from 6:00 a.m until 5:30 p.m.