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Machu Picchu

Between Inca ruins, cloud forests, and the peaks of the Andes: your complete guide to Machu Picchu.

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The Machu Picchu in Peru
  1. Train leading to Aguas Calientes

    Machu Picchu Getting There

  2. Impressive view of Machu Picchu

    Machu Picchu Tickets

  3. The Machu Picchu in Peru

    Machu Picchu Tips

  4. Last part of the Inca Trail

    Machu Picchu Hikes

  5. Small mountain lake shortly before the Salkantay Pass

    Salkantay Trek Experiences

Our Machu Picchu Travel Guide

  1. Flair

    Mystical, deeply historic, and genuinely one of the most awe-inspiring places on earth.

  2. Best Time to Visit

    May through September (dry season) gives you the clearest views of the ruins.

  3. How Long to Stay

    One to two days is plenty — enough time for the site itself and the town of Aguas Calientes.

  4. Price Level

    Expect to spend more here than elsewhere in Peru — tickets and logistics add up fast.

  5. Food

    Don't leave the region without trying ceviche (Peru's national dish) or alpaca — seriously worth it.

  6. Getting There

    You can reach Machu Picchu by train, bus, or on foot — each option has its own appeal.

Discover more highlights in Peru

  1. Lake Titicaca in Peru

    Peru Attractions

  2. Arequipa with the Misti volcano in the background

    Arequipa Tips

  3. Panoramic view of the Colca Canyon

    Colca Canyon

  4. Mountain ranges of the Salkantay Trek

    Peru Travel Season