day 11: Machu Picchu
Transfer from your hotel to Ollantaytambo train station.
Train ride to Aguas Calientes.
You will take the bus to reach the citadel of Machupicchu !
A masterpiece of Inca engineering, it has towered above the Urubamba Valley for centuries, surrounded by majestic peaks and age-old mysteries. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and named one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, this iconic site captivates with both its spiritual energy and its breathtaking natural setting.
Accompanied by your guide, you will uncover the secrets of this ancient city: its enigmatic architecture, sacred temples, terraced fields, and panoramic viewpoints.
Visit duration: approximately 2 hours.
Return by bus to Aguas Calientes.
Lunch at leisure in Aguas Calientes.
After lunch, you will take the train back to Ollantaytambo and a shuttle to your hotel.
Overnight in the sacred valley.
Steps:
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