Questions tagged [machu-picchu]
A 15th-century Inca site in the Cusco Region of Peru.
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Book a tour to Machu Picchu from Cusco on arrival
I've visited Machu Picchu back in 2019, it was a tour booked from Loki Hostel when I arrived there, like 1-2 days before the starting date. It was a 3 day/2 nights, transport, food and accommodation ...
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Is there any power plug that passengers may use on the Inca Rail train between Cusco and Machu Picchu in Peru?
Is there any power plug that passengers may use on the Inca Rail train between Cusco and Machu Picchu in Peru?
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The Choquequirao route during the rainy season
What are the risks of doing the Cachora to Choquerquirao to Machu Picchu hiking path during December?
I understand that January and February are the worst concerning rains.
My questions is whether ...
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What are some reputable, local operators offering day tours to Machhu Picchu from Cusco [closed]
We're travelling to Cusco this November looking to take the day trip offered to Machhu Pichhu. I have read that booking tours on the ground are more reasonable then when booked online.
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How many hours are required for Machupichu + Huayanapicchu
I'm going to Machupicchu on September but the schedules have changed since July 2017.
I'm in the first group, the ticket says:
Machupicchu (1er Turno) 06:00 - 12.00
Machupicchu + Huaynapicchu 1G 7:00 ...
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Luggage storage in Cusco
The current plan is to land in Cusco, then take a bus to Ollantaytambo and stay one night. The next morning, we will take the train to Aguas Calientes, then do Machu Pichu the following morning. ...
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Lima to Aguas Calientes in a day. Too much?
We plan to land in Lima (around midnight) with about a three hour layover to go through customs, etc and then fly to Cusco (around 5am next day), then take a taxi to Poroy, then catch the train and ...
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Transfer from Cusco airport to train station
My plane lands in Cusco at 6:00am. The available trains to Machu Picchu on Peru Rail leave at 640a, 735a, and 825a from Poroy. I would like to get to Machu Picchu as quickly as possible.
Here are my ...
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Is there luggage storage at Poroy train station (Peru)?
Peru Rail says:
Is there luggage storage at the stations?
Yes. Luggage storage is free at the Ollantaytambo and Machu Picchu
Stations, from 7 am to 7 pm for all PeruRail passengers.
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How to Buy Machu Picchu Tickets for Children Online?
Now that you can no longer buy tickets for Machu Picchu at the gate to regulate quotas, how can one buy a ticket for children?
The official Machu Picchu site says that children 8 and under a free and ...
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Is the Inca trail the only route to arrive at Machu Picchu by foot?
Is the classic Inca trail the only route which arrives at Machu Picchu by foot?
I have seen some other organised treks advertised, but they appear to require a bus or train transfer to actually ...
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Machu Pichhu/Cusco four days DIY hiking trips suggestions [closed]
We are planning on a trip to Cusco area for four/five days in December. We are buying necessary tickets to go to Machu Pichhu and Montana. Tickets to the other trails via http://www.machupicchu.gob....
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Traveling with luggage in Machu Picchu region and avoiding altitude sickness
We have a trip ahead in South America that includes about 4 days in Cusco - Machu Picchu region. The main purpose of this part is obviously to see Machu Picchu, a bit of the Sacred Valley, catch a ...
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Permits vs Tickets to Machu Picchu
I'm interested in doing the 2-day trek to Machu Picchu. It seems there aren't any more permits available for the Inca Trek -- does this include the shorter, 2-day trek?
Also, if I cannot arrange a ...
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Are there any available spots left to hike the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu in May/June?
I have been trying to find a tour operator for the classic Inca Trail (4 days/3 nights) to Machu Piccu, but have not had any success finding an open spot for one person with any of the tour operators ...
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How to buy tickets for Machu Picchu?
I am trying to buy entry tickets from the official website http://www.machupicchu.gob.pe/ but it never seems to accept my Credit Card. I tried 3 different VISA cards.
Is there any other online ...
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How strict are luggage restrictions on the Incarail train to Machu Picchu (Aguas Calientes)?
I found on incarail.com website that:
In addition, that large baggage is not permitted on the train
service. We recommend that you take the necessary precautions and
carry equipment baggage not ...
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Where can I get the required permits for Machu Picchu and Huayna Picchu?
I've heard that I should buy a permit to visit Machu Picchu and Huayna Picchu. Where can I get them? (I've emailed to mtsobek.com travel agency, but there is no response from them). So if there is no ...
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Machu Picchu in April: to reserve a tour or not to reserve?
I've seen this post about it, but I've dug a little bit more into the topic on the web and some people suggest to reserve in advance, in particular for the main Inca Trail.
However others say to wait ...
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Preparing to take a 5 year old on the hike to Machu Picchu
I am planning to take my 5 year old on a trek through Peru. One of the places to visit is Machu Picchu. Given its location above sea level I was wondering how long of an adaptation period we should ...
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Can anyone recommend a good trekking tour for Machu Picchu?
I'm planning on heading to Peru to visit Machu Picchu next year. I heard there are some amazing and beautiful "long way around" treks that take you up and around to Machu Picchu the long way through ...
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