Machu Picchu Blog

We set out on finding all the fun facts to help you prepare before your trip to Machu Picchu in Peru. Who knows? You may end up teaching your tour guide a few things!

Similar to obtaining your tickets to Machu Picchu there’s plenty of legwork involved in getting a ticket. And getting your Machu Picchu train tickets is only one of the small pieces involved. Unfortunately, there is no real train from Cusco to Machu Picchu. Typically,...

The elevation of Machu Picchu is 7,972 feet or 2,430 meters. However, if you want more info than just that, say the elevation in surrounding cities, how to prevent and prepare for elevation sickness, and some quick tips encompassing all of the above. Well, we’re about...

    The best time to visit Machu Picchu in South America is always up for debate. There are many, many factors that come into play when it comes to deciding when you should travel to Machu Picchu. Whether it is crowd level, cost, rain or shine; each month...