How is Machu Picchu in Peru for vacations?

Unless you've booked a trip to Machu Picchu that requires an overnight stay in Cusco, we recommend immediately taking the train from Cusco to Machu Picchu Pueblo (colloquially called Aguas Calientes), the town nearest Machu Picchu (see Getting to Machu Picchu, below). read more

One of the most impressive ancient sites in the world, Machu Picchu is an icon of the Inca civilisation and, on a Peru vacation, remains the country's most popular tourist destination. Machu Picchu was built around 1450 AD, at the height of the Incan Empire. read more

Machu Picchu Vacation Packages Lima, the national capital, is 310 miles west of Machu Picchu, while Quellomayo lies 9 miles to the northwest. To spend some time outdoors, go and get your daily dose of vitamin D at Huayna Picchu. read more