There’s no road access to Aguas Calientes; you must arrive by foot or train. Because the train is the most expensive part of a visit to Machu Picchu, and treks costs more, some budget-conscious travelers choose to walk the tracks, following these 7 steps to visit Machu Picchu as cheaply as possible:
When it comes to Peru’s big-ticket attractions, such Machu Picchu and the Peruvian Amazon, there are options that range from cheap to opulent. Other destinations, however, are firmly ensconced on the backpacker trail, offering low prices, adventure, and travelers’ communities:
The most awaited event in Peru’s national rock scene, the Lima Vive Rock music festival, will take place in the capital in just two weeks. Last year’s event attracted thousands, and this year’s should be equally popular. With over twelve hours of music, a food fair, and more, it’s a great way to learn about the Peruvian music scene and culture.
The New Inca Jungle to Machu Picchu trek is a varied tour that combines hiking along original but little-trekked Inca trails, downhill mountain biking, and zip-lining across the Sacsara Valley. It takes you from the high puna through the cloud forest and into the jungle brow, allowing you to enjoy views of tropical rivers and orchards as well as of snowy Andean peaks….
The journey begins with a short bus trip to the the high pass of Abra Malaga, passing along the way the small towns of Chinchero, Urubamba and Ollantaytambo in the Sacred Valley of the Incas
The most colorful neighborhood in Cusco is San Blas, which is easily found just four blocks from the city’s main square. It’s a bit of a steep uphill walk (especially for someone still adjusting to the city’s high altitude), but the effort wins you great views overlooking the city and has earned San Blas the nickname of the balcony of Cusco. It also boasts some of the Cusco’s most notable restaurants and bars as well as Saturday art fairs.