Planning a Trip to Machu Picchu

T+L’s comprehensive tip sheet for traveling to Machu Picchu in Peru will help you make the most of your time at this iconic Incan archaeological site. Read on.

Machu Pikchu is a 15th-century Inca citadel situated on a mountain ridge 2,430 metres (7,970 ft) above sea level.[1][2] It is located in the Cusco Region, Urubamba Province, Machupicchu District in Peru,[3] above the Sacred Valley, which is 80 kilometres (50 mi) northwest of Cuzco and through which the Urubamba River flows.

Purchasing tickets to the ruins must be done before arrival at the site, as tickets are not sold at Machu Picchu itself. There’s several ways to purchase your tickets. Here’s the 2016 prices and your options for buying!

Discover old-world charm and contemporary indulgence at Belmond Hotel Monasterio, Cusco. This former monastery sets the standard for luxury among Peru hotels.

INKATERRA MACHU PICCHU PUEBLO HOTEL Popular with those heading to the ancient citadel of Machu Picchu