How to get to Machu Picchu from Bolivia: everything you need to know before you go
If you’re in Bolivia and Machu Picchu is on your bucket list, there’s good news: you can get there without much hassle. The journey isn’t short, but it’s not difficult either if you plan each stage well. In this guide, we explain step by step how to do it, which borders you can cross, and […]
Machu Picchu from Arequipa: Complete Route
Arequipa is one of the most visited destinations in southern Peru and serves as a natural starting point for those who want to reach Machu Picchu from that route. The trip requires some planning, but it is not difficult if you know the different legs in advance. The key is understanding that Cusco is the […]
Machu Picchu from Puno: Complete Route
Puno is one of the most visited cities in southern Peru, known for Lake Titicaca and for being a key connection point for thousands of travelers arriving from Bolivia or Arequipa. Getting from there to Machu Picchu is entirely possible, and there are several ways to do it. The key point is that Cusco is […]
Bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu: Schedules and Prices
The final stretch before entering Machu Picchu is done by bus. From the town of Aguas Calientes to the entrance gate of the citadel, there is a mountain road that only authorized buses are allowed to use. Here is everything you need to know before you arrive. The service: who operates it and how it […]
Aguas Calientes Station (Machu Picchu Town)
The Aguas Calientes station is the arrival point for the train and the gateway to Machu Picchu. It is located in the heart of the town of Aguas Calientes, also officially known as Machu Picchu Pueblo, at 2,040 meters above sea level and alongside the Urubamba River. This is the final stop before climbing up […]
Ollantaytambo Station: complete guide
The Ollantaytambo station is the main boarding point for the train to Machu Picchu and the most commonly used departure point by travelers arriving from Cusco. It is located in the town of Ollantaytambo, in the Sacred Valley, at 2,792 meters above sea level, and approximately 70 kilometers from Cusco by road. Knowing how to […]
Poroy Station: complete guide
The Poroy station is one of the departure points for the train to Machu Picchu and the closest option to the center of Cusco for those who prefer to avoid traveling to Ollantaytambo. It is located about 15 minutes by car from Cusco’s historic center, in the district of the same name, at 3,566 meters […]
Inca Rail: Classes
Inca Rail is the second authorized company to operate the railway route between Ollantaytambo and Aguas Calientes, the gateway to Machu Picchu. Although it has been in the market for fewer years than Peru Rail, it has managed to differentiate itself with more modern train car designs, a more personalized service, and a range of […]
Peru Rail: Vistadome, Expedition, and Belmond Classes – Differences
Peru Rail is the railway company with the most experience on the route to Machu Picchu and the one that offers the most daily departures from Ollantaytambo and Cusco. Its proposal is organized into three well-differentiated classes that cover travelers with tight budgets to those looking for a luxury experience onboard. Understanding the differences between […]
Train to Machu Picchu: Peru Rail vs Inca Rail
Choosing the right train to get to Machu Picchu can make the difference between a smooth journey and one filled with last-minute doubts. The two companies that operate this route, Peru Rail and Inca Rail, offer quality services but with important differences in price, cabin categories, onboard experience, and change policies. This guide helps you […]