Alternative ways to visit Machu Picchu
Alternative ways to visit Machu Picchu
Many people think that the only ways to visit Machu Picchu are by the tourist Train that is expensive, and the Traditional Inca Trail.
Let me tell you that it is wrong because there are other alternatives to explore and visit Machu Picchu. Of course according to the time you have in Cusco Peru. Now we can show you some of these Options to get Machu Picchu.
Autor: Fredy Apaza
Salkantay Trek 4 & 5 days.
After the traditional Inca Trail 4 days, the second Trek to arrive Machu Picchu is the Salkantay made in 4 or 5 days. Inca Trail frequently is overbooked, therefore, one of the options will be hike toward Machu Picchu by this stunning alternative that is Salkantay.
This is an amazing experience through the Andes and the jungle will show you great landscapes. The beginning of Salkantay trek start in the Mollepata district, 02 hours away from Cusco city.
During the trek 4 & 5 days Salkantay to Machu Picchu, the first day you can visit Humantay Lake. The great experience the second day will be arriving at Salkantay pass 4650 meters ASL. After you reach Salkantay pass all the way is downhill until you arrive at Santa Teresa Town where you can delight the hot springs. If you decided to make 5 days, you can enjoy Llaqtapata, a great Inca Site, and the first view of Machu Picchu. Subsequently, the hike since Hidroelectrica toward Aguas Calientes will be following the Train tracks. Finally the last day you can trek or take the bus toward Machu Picchu. You can Contact us, Kantu Peru tours, to get more information.
Autor: Fredy Apaza
Inca Jungle 4 days.
The Inca jungle is the second trip alternative to Machu Picchu. This amazing trip to Machu Picchu starts with a downhill biking from Malaga pass to Santa maria, 55 km approx. According to the season, you can take advantage to do river rafting.
The second day will be a great Hike through all the High jungle until you arrive at Cocalmayo Hotsprings. This breathtaking place is great to relax your self. The next day you can rent Zip line which is on the way toward Aguas Calientes Town. To arrive at Aguas Calientes, you have to start hiking, following the train rails toward Aguas Calientes town. 12 km Approx
Finally, the last day you visit Machu Picchu.
Choquequirao 08 days
Choquequirao trek for about 08 days is a great option for people who love trekking, adventure, and nature. It is a challenging trek, however, worth it. Choquequirao is a big archeological place bigger than Machu Picchu. We call the sister of Machu Picchu. Along the way, you find many stunning views from Peru Andes. If you want to get more information about it, you can contact with trekking Cusco adventures who is a safe partner for Adventure Treks. 03 days before Machu Picchu you this hike connect with the Hotsprings of Cocalmayo, and finally the last day you visit Machu Picchu.
Autor: Fredy Apaza
Visit Machu picchu by bus 2 days
A cheaper way and short time to visit Machu Picchu is by bus. However, it takes a long time to drive.
There are many travel companies around the main square that usually offer this service. Important that while is cheap, more expensive can be the experience. Therefore, will be much better to search for a good company.
The trip starts in the morning, driving for about 07 hours to Hidroelectrica. From Hidroelectrica You start hiking the same trail that the other options toward Aguas Calientes. Finally the last day you visit Machu Picchu.
IMPORTANT
It is possible to make these alternative trips to Machu Picchu on your own. However, there are many risks. For example, Choquequirao is a long way and you can be lost.
There are many adventure Companies that you can take for these tours. Hence, they will the ones in charge of food, entrance tickets, transport, staff, etc. If you want to enjoy your trip to Machu Picchu it is a great option.
