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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) the majority of a 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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