Village of Aguas Calientes
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Aguas Calientes
CUSCO TO MACHUPICCHU
Departure from Cusco by bus or private transport to Ollantaytambo, enjoying stunning scenery along the way. From Ollantaytambo, travel by train to Aguas Calientes, admiring the beautiful scenery along the way.
Upon arrival in Aguas Calientes, your guide will wait outside the terminal to give you directions about your free visit in the village. Then you can check into the hotel and drop off your belongings.
During the afternoon, enjoy free time to explore Aguas Calientes. Visit the local market, have lunch in a restaurant or relax in the hot spring baths.
In the evening, the guide will contact you to provide advice and details about the visit to Machu Picchu the next day.
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Sacred Valley of the Incas
The Sacred Valley of the Incas was central to the Inca Empire for its agricultural importance, as its fertile lands allowed the cultivation of key foods such as maize. In addition, it was a spiritual and political center with several relevant archaeological sites such as Pisac and Ollantaytambo. Its strategic location and agricultural production made it an economic and cultural pillar of the empire.
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Machu Picchu Archaeological Complex
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Machu Picchu
VISIT THE INCA CITY OF MACHUPICCHU
We will leave Aguas Calientes by taking the buses from Consettur to Machu Picchu. Upon arrival, the guide will wait for us at the door to begin a guided tour of approximately two hours, during which we will explore in detail the majestic Inca citadel and its fascinating history.
After the tour, we will return to Aguas Calientes on the Consettur buses. It is important to arrive at the train station at least 30 minutes before departure to avoid setbacks. Then, take the train to Ollantaytambo, enjoying the beautiful scenery along the way.
From Ollantaytambo, we will board the bus back to Cusco, completing our enriching visit to Machu Picchu.
Duration: 2 hours
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Machu Picchu
Machu Picchu is important for being an iconic Inca archaeological site that demonstrates advances in engineering, architecture and planning. Its historical and cultural value, together with its relevance as a tourist destination, make it a fundamental symbol of the Inca legacy.
Duration: 3 hours
