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Posted by Nicholas Gill Jun 22, 2007 |
Peru Rail has once again raised prices for train tickets to Machu Picchu from Cusco and the Sacred Valley. The return from Cusco to Aguas Calientes in backpacker class is now $73 (one way US$46) and the return from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes is now US$47 (one way US$34). The increase occured because of increase demand to one of the worlds great landmarks.
As a general note it would be wise to buy rail tickets months in advance, particulalrly if you are traveling during the busy season (April-September). Call Peru Rail (tel: 238-722), visit the main Wanchaq station in Av. Pachacutec in Cusco, or visit their website: www.perurail.com.
Also, if you haven't voted for Machu Picchu yet in the New 7 Wonders contest, do so now as voting ends on July 7, 2007. Go here to cast your free vote: www.new7wonders.com/index.php?id=315