Witness Machu Picchu

This is the reason you come, and nothing prepares you for it. The Inca citadel sits dramatically on a ridge high above the Urubamba river, its perfect dry-stone terraces and temples backed by the soaring peak of Huayna Picchu, often wreathed in morning cloud. Arriving early, before the day-trippers, gives the most magical light and atmosphere. Your ticket covers a set circuit; an optional extra lets you climb Huayna Picchu for the classic aerial view. A guide brings the history alive. However you reach it, that first sight of the whole citadel laid out below is unforgettable. We'll explain the circuits, the timing, and how to get the best of your visit.