Machupicchu full day

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Machu Picchu one of the New Seven Wonders of the World!

It earned that title in 2007 through a global poll organized by the New7Wonders Foundation. Here’s a quick overview:

 Machu Picchu – A Wonder of the World

 

  • Location: Cloud forest, Andes Mountains, Peru

  • Built by: The Inca Civilization, in the 15th century

  • Altitude: Around 2,430 meters/7,970 feet

  • Rediscovered: By Hiram Bingham in 1911 (though locals always knew of its existence)

  • Why it’s a Wonder: Its stunning architecture, breathtaking location, and historical significance make it a masterpiece of Incan civilization.

  • Represents the height of Incan civilization and their advanced knowledge in astronomy, agriculture, and architecture

  • Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983.

  • Recognized as one of the New Seven Wonders of the World in 2007.

 Architecture and Design

 

Machu Picchu is a marvel of Incan engineering:

  • Terraces: Built to prevent erosion and manage water drainage on the steep slopes.

  • Stone buildings: Constructed using a different techniques, where stones are precisely cut to fit together without mortar.

  • Main structures: Include the Temple of the Sun, Intihuatana (Sun Stone), and the Room of the Three Windows.

Location and Natural Beauty

  • Perched at an altitude of 2,430 meters (7,970 feet).

  • Surrounded by  green mountains and cloud that coming from the valley.

  • The site offers breathtaking panoramic views and is rich in biodiversity.

 Cultural Significance

Machupicchu is not just a destination—it’s an experience that connects you with the mystery, spirituality, and genius of a lost civilization.

Pick up from your hotel and take a 2-hour bus to the Ollantaytambo train station (2,792 m/9,160 ft). From there, we’ll board our train to Aguas Calientes or Machu Picchu Pueblo (2,200 m/7,210 ft). From there, we’ll head to the bus station where we’ll wait in line for 30 minutes. Then, we’ll board the bus to Machu Picchu, which takes 30 minutes. Once there, we’ll go through the checkpoint and show our Machu Picchu ticket and passport. Inside Machu Picchu, the tour depends wich circuit you can book https://primeinkastrek.com/machupicchu-circuits

 

We will begin the tour with a explanation about the of Machupicchu  history and then we will strated the walking tour the  seeing cultivation terraces, ceremonial centers, main plaza and more. Tour takes about 2 to 2:30 hours after the tour you can go to Huayna Picchu Mountain (not included) take 2:30 to 3 hours the round trip. Then we will leave Machu Picchu and take the bus down back to the  Aguas Calientes town where you will have a delicious lunch and then we will take the train back to Ollantaytambo and then we will take another transport towards Cusco City.

 

Tour Includes:

 
  • Transportation from Cusco to Ollantaytambo train station.
  • Train ticket from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes
  • Train ticket from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo
  • Machupicchu Entrance Ticket 
  • Professional Tour Guide.
  • Bus ticket up an down to Machupicchu

Not Included:

 
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch