CODE: XT-01
ROAD: Closed
ALTITUDE: 2050m - 2400m
HIGH-SEASON: All year long
DURATION: 01 day (possibility for longer)
To present the wonders of Machu Picchu it's impossible not to speak of our ancestors the Inca-rulers. Incas such as Pachacutec, Tupac Yupanqui or Huayna Capac were very important visionaries in changing political or religious structures or organizations and building archeological complexes.
Machu Picchu remains a breathtaking experience, not only because it was a spiritual, astronomic and agricultural center but because it's one of the largest, most beautiful and best preserved Inca-capitals and the only-one that has been untouched by occidental populations. The site whispers of mysterious secrets and lost knowledge for all those who are interested to listen. The city seems to float in the air and hide inside the clouds. The Machu Picchu-visit is perfect combination of pre-Columbian science and religion, a passionate history, beautiful sightseeing and a relaxing experience.
PROGRAM :
At 5h45am we will pick you up at your hotel and lead you with to the train-station where you'll take a train to Aguas Calienes, the tourist-town build beneath the ruins of Machu Picchu, where we'll arrive at approximately 10h30am. We'll meet with our guide and than take the tourist-bus up to these spectacular yet mysterious ruins. Our guide will share his knowledge and experiences concerning the wonders of our Andean ancestors and Machu Picchu with us for the coming 3 hours. After this you'll have about two hours to wonder around the ruins by yourself and take pictures. At 15h00 we'll all meet to go down to Aguas Calientes again because at 15h55 the train leaves from Aguas Calientes to Cusco . We'll arrive in Cusco approximately at 20h20.
It's also possible to stay an optional night in Aguas Calientes and enjoy the Inca's hot medicinal baths nearby. In that case you can take the train back to Cusco early in the morning or in the afternoon that will pass through Ollantaytambo and go to Cusco from there.
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