Be 100% prepared for your upcoming adventure to Machu Picchu!

The Ultimate Machu Picchu Guide

This guide was written by Christiana Jones, our Taste of Peru Tour Host who lived in Peru for over 10 years! She walks you step by step through every stage of the process on how to make your dream trip to Machu Picchu a reality down to which button you should click when purchasing your entry tickets.

With every detail accounted for, you’ll be able to visualize your entire experience. Plan your trip with no headache since this guide also includes links to every site you’ll need to visit while arranging your trip. A great resource if this is your first time visiting Peru and want someone to tell you exactly what to do.

 
 

What’s included in the guide:

  • Expert insight from a destination expert who lived in Peru for 10 years

  • Links to every website you’ll need to visit for bookings

  • What to think about when you’re planning your trip 9 months ahead

  • What the additional hikes at Machu Picchu are like

  • How to purchase entry tickets for Machu Picchu

  • How to purchase tickets for the train

  • About the train companies and types of train tickets

  • How to purchase bus tickets for Machu Picchu

  • Why you should start your journey in Cusco

  • What to do in Cusco

  • Three different ways to get to the train station

  • What the train experience is like

  • The ideal timeline for your journey to Machu Picchu

  • What to do when you’re in Machu Picchu Pueblo

  • How to schedule your day at Machu Picchu

  • How to get to the archaeological site

  • How the bus to the archaeological site works

  • What souvenirs are worth purchasing

  • What you should pack for your day trip

  • and more!