Arriving at the site in the morning means more cloud cover

The stairs are often times very steep and uneven.

There was a serenity there in the morning

You can see workers all over the site, removing lichen

The two types of Inca masonry on display: the bottom with no mortar, the top with mortar

We are here in the shoulder season and we found it quite busy.

There are statues and public art everywhere

Machu Picchu and back to Cusco

February 14, 2025 in Peru ⋅ ☁️ 16 °C

We had another entry ticket to Machu Picchu for 8 this morning. This time, it was for circuit three which we found a little less challenging than yesterday’s circuit two. It was also interesting to go when the weather was significantly different from yesterday because we were there in the morning. The cloud cover over the mountains gave the site a very eerie feeling. You could feel the remoteness and isolation far more than when it was sunny during yesterday’s visit. Still mind-blowing.

Once we were done, we went back to Machu Picchu town and explored the area, had lunch, and headed for the train station to take the 90 minute trip to Ollantaytambo. When we arrived, our escort Ruth was there to greet us with a driver for the 90-minute drive back to Cusco.

It’ll be a quiet night for us. It’s our final night in Peru as we fly to Bolivia tomorrow.

Brad and I have reflected on the two weeks we’ve spent here and concluded that this is one of our favourite trips we’ve ever taken. Peru is so full of history and rich culture and the people are warm and welcoming. And the food is delicious.😉Read more