Ollantaytambo & Aguas Calientes

Up early, checked out of the hotel in Cusco (leaving suitcases there) we made it to Ollantaytambo which is an Inca town and was the Royal Estate of Emperor Pachacuti. The terraces lead up to the Temple of the Sun, with granaries up on the hills and fountains at ground level. It is a amazing site especially with a living town next door.

Nearby is the station where we boarded the train to Aguas Calientes, the town closest to Machu Picchu and the only way to get there. The train line runs through the town and past our hotel. We had a free afternoon so did some shopping, had a drink with our friends and the tour group (18 people) had dinner.

Early start tomorrow, we will arrive at Machu Picchu a bit after 7am.Read more