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Machu Picchu
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There's no mistaking this incredible landmark!

What you may not know is that it is situated in the
midst of a lush jungle landscape. And also
surrounded by several 13,000' peaks. Therefore the weather is constantly changing.

An absolute MUST for your fanny pack will be a rain poncho so you won't get drenched in a surprise downpour.


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With Mariposa Tours, you will spend (at the very least) an entire day at this most famous citadel. We allow you time to enjoy each site and not rush you with only a 2-hr visit.


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You won't want to miss the famous Intihuatana. It is a ritual stone that is associated with the Inca clock or calendar. Its name translates from the Quechua term to the sun's hitching post .

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Regardless of the view, there's just no other place like Machu Picchu! Did you know that its name translates to "Old Man's Peak?"




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A Pleasant Surprise!

"Before I went to Machu Picchu for the first time, I realized that I would be going through Cuzco 11,150' (3400 meters), but had no idea that I would be dropping to an elevation of about 7000 feet (2130 meters) above sea level to reach the amazing Citadel." 
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