machu picchu

davey-n · 06-04-2008, 09:50 PM

Ive noticed a lot of the tours up to machu picchu are expensive. is it possible to travel independently of these tour guides or are there cheaper tours you can join when in peru?

Richard Leon · 06-05-2008, 07:01 AM

Peru in general is getting expensive as there is a handful of good hotels and a lot of demand. For example, I did the inka trial back in 1998 for $80, now it costs $500. Entrance fees are also expensive for foreign tourists. It is possible and easy to backpack thru Peru for very cheap as there are hostels for about $5 per night, but these have shared bathrooms and no hot water. It is also possible to purchase a package once in Peru with a local agency, but this can be risky as scams and bad service are unfortunately common.

If you are looking for the a good deal on a package. Check the following link for information www.peruforless.com

hope it helps

06-04-2008, 09:50 PM	#1 (permalink)
davey-n Junior Member Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 3	machu picchu Ive noticed a lot of the tours up to machu picchu are expensive. is it possible to travel independently of these tour guides or are there cheaper tours you can join when in peru?

06-05-2008, 07:01 AM	#2 (permalink)
Richard Leon Member Jr Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 51	Re: machu picchu Peru in general is getting expensive as there is a handful of good hotels and a lot of demand. For example, I did the inka trial back in 1998 for $80, now it costs $500. Entrance fees are also expensive for foreign tourists. It is possible and easy to backpack thru Peru for very cheap as there are hostels for about $5 per night, but these have shared bathrooms and no hot water. It is also possible to purchase a package once in Peru with a local agency, but this can be risky as scams and bad service are unfortunately common. If you are looking for the a good deal on a package. Check the following link for information www.peruforless.com hope it helps __________________ Richard Leon

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