Machu Picchu by Train

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Why take the train?

If you prefer a more laid-back approach to travel or are just pressed for time, the hour-and-a-half train ride from Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchu Town is the way to go. Sitting back and looking out the window is a great way to see how people really live in between the big cities tourists visit. Also, as an American, having just two-weeks vacation per year means choosing your time off wisely.

Some people also want to have enough energy to actually enjoy Machu Picchu. Seeing this Incan treasure is one of the main reasons they want to do the Classic Peru Tour in the first place.

How to get to Machu Picchu by train

The most popular companies of train are PeruRail and Inca Rail both have trains leaving constantly throughout the day from multiple cities. You can either depart from Ollantaytambo or from Cusco. There is no real difference between PeruRail and Inca Rail. Both get you there and give you similar service.

If you do Valle Sagrado + Machu Picchu tour. You can spent your time perusing a local market in Pisac then make your way through the Sacred Valley. After that, You can climbing historical Inca ruins on Ollantaytambo. This charming little town is the last living Inca town in Peru. The train snakes its way along the Urubamba river slowly, but that doesn’t mean the ride can’t be bumpy. Try to find the train station bathroom before you get on the train.

Bring your camera! You’ll see stunning mountain vistas, snowy peaks and small communities along this rushing river and you’ll want to capture these moments before they’re literally out of sight.

Getting to the magical ruins of Machu Picchu will be much easier than you expect. The relaxing train ride will be a amazing change of pace as You watch Peru whiz by your window. You’ll enjoy your trip, Even better than You imagine they might be.

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