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Machu Picchu


THE INCA HEARTLAND OF PERU


Cusco is without doubt one of the most appealing cities in Latin America and the fertile landscapes of the Sacred Valley of the Incas lie sprinkled with small villages and ancient ruins, all nestling within the confines of towering, snow covered mountain peaks. As beautiful as it is mystical, it is also a fantastic place for the active adventurer, with trekking tours, mountain biking and river rafting trips all possible activities to enjoy.


CUSCO Cusco is considered the archaeological capital of the region, with its Spanish centre vying for space alongside foundations which date back a thousand years. Renowned for a vibrant nightlife and excellent restaurants, it is an ideal base for visiting markets, villages and ruins, whilst nearby lie the magnificent remains of Sacsayhuaman, home to the Inti Raymi solstice celebrations.


WHERE TO STAY IN CUSCO Cusco’s elegance and historical legacy is reflected in its hotels, many of which are splendidly restored former colonial buildings:


HOTEL MONASTERIO – Long established at the top of the city’s choices, the former monastery is a world-class hotel


CASA ANDINA PRIVATE COLLECTION – A renovated 18th-century manor house with a true Andean flavour


LA CASONA – A luxury boutique mansion with just 11 suites located on the serene Plaza Las Nazarenas


CASA CARTAGENA – Modern design on historic foundations with just 16 suites surrounded by beautiful Spanish patios


MACHU PICCHU One of the crowning glories of the Inca civilisation and one of the most stunning archaeological sights anywhere in the world, Machu Picchu sits atop a mountain ridge overlooking the sacred Urubamba Valley. The city lay lost for many centuries, before being “rediscovered” by the archaeologist Hiram Bingham in 1911.


SACRED VALLEY This fertile alluvial plain nestles within the embrace of mountains running the length of south eastern Peru. Filled with colourful villages, colonial churches and ancient ruins, this beautiful valley was once central to Inca culture and agriculture, as shown by the extensive archaeological sites and terraces across the valley.


WHERE TO STAY IN THE SACRED VALLEY The Urubamba Valley has seen some excellent properties developed in recent times, and the wide choice includes:


URUBAMBA VILLAS – 5 private villas built and decorated using local crafts and textiles to create the rusticity of a country house


RIO SAGRADO – Orient-Express luxury built to resemble an authentic Andean village on the river’s edge


INCA SITES Pisac’s ancient citadel has resided above the town for centuries and is one of the largest Inca sites in the area and includes the magnificent Sun Temple. Ollantaytambo’s imposing remains are of a fortress used in a rare defeat for the conquering Spanish.


ACTIVITIES IN THE SACRED VALLEY There are numerous options available to make the most of the Sacred Valley’s highlights. You can trek or mountain bike past Inca terraces, or combine exhilarating rafting along the Urubamba River with cultural visits to ancient ruins and local markets.


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