Machu Picchu
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Machu Picchu

Peru - Cusco

About this destination

Machu Picchu, the lost city of the Incas, is one of the wonders of the world. Perched high in the Peruvian Andes, this impressive stone citadel offers spectacular views and a unique connection with ancestral history.

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Seasons throughout the year

🔴 High season🟡 Shoulder season🟢 Low season

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Jan
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Feb
80%
 
Mar
35%
 
Apr
30%
 
May
20%
 
Jun
15%
 
Jul
10%
 
Aug
15%
 
Sep
25%
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Oct
35%
 
Nov
70%
 
Dec
75%

Places to visit

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Machu Picchu Citadel

Machu Picchu Citadel

The lost city of the Incas, a wonder of the world set in the Peruvian Andes.

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Huayna Picchu

Huayna Picchu

The iconic mountain behind Machu Picchu, with a challenging climb and spectacular views.

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Aguas Calientes

Aguas Calientes

Base town for visiting Machu Picchu, with hot springs, a handicraft market and restaurants.

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📍 How to get there

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🏨 Hotels

Belmond Sanctuary Lodge

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🕐 Opening hours: 24 hours

📞 Contact: +51 84 123 4567

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Hotel El Mapi Machu Picchu

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🕐 Opening hours: 24 hours

📞 Contact: +51 84 234 5678

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Hostal Machu Picchu Inn

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🕐 Opening hours: Check-in: 2 pm, Check-out: 11 am

📞 Contact: +51 84 345 6789

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🍽️ Restaurants

Tampu Restaurant

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💰 Estimated price: $20-40

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Full House

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💰 Estimated price: $10-25

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Café Inkaterra

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💰 Estimated price: $15-30

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🚗 Transport

🚌 Buses

From: Cusco
Duration: 1.5 hours
Price: $15-25
Schedule: Departures hourly from 5:30 AM
Route: Cusco - Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu

🚕 Taxis

Name: Taxi Aguas Calientes
Plate: MP-001
📞 Contact: +51 84 111 2233
Name: Transporte Inca
Plate: MP-002
📞 Contact: +51 84 222 3344


🎯 Tours

Inca Adventures

📍 Places they visit: Machu Picchu Citadel, Huayna Picchu, Machu Picchu Mountain

🕐 Horario: 5:00 AM - 4:00 PM

📞 Phone: +51 84 333 4455

Camino Inca

📍 Places they visit: 4-day Inca Trail, Inti Punku, Gate of the Sun

🕐 Horario: 6:00 AM - 5:00 PM

📞 Phone: +51 84 444 5566

Cusco Explorer

📍 Places they visit: Sacred Valley, Ollantaytambo, Pisac, Chinchero

🕐 Horario: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

📞 Phone: +51 84 555 6677

🍽️ Typical dishes and drinks

Taste the traditional flavours of this region

Cuy al Horno

Cuy al Horno

Papas a la Huancaína

Papas a la Huancaína

Mate de Coca

Mate de Coca

Recommended products for your trip

Essential items we recommend packing for Machu Picchu

Facial sunscreen SPF 100

Facial sunscreen SPF 100

Maximum-protection sunscreen, essential for the high radiation in high-altitude areas.

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Light thermal (down) jacket

Light thermal (down) jacket

A compact, warm garment, perfect for the sharp temperature changes in the Peruvian highlands.

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Amazon-specific insect repellent

Amazon-specific insect repellent

Strong mosquito protection if you plan to visit Iquitos or Puerto Maldonado.

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