The citadel of Machu Picchu was ordered built by the Inca chieftan Pachacutec early in the 15th century and was occupied from about 1420 until 1530. It's believed to have been abandoned shortly after the arrival of the Spanish due to the collapse of Inca rule and rampant disease carried by the Spanish to the New World. The ruins were relocated and cleared of undergrowth early in the 20th century. Today it's one of the most visited places by tourists in Peru. We're offering an extension to see the ruins for clients who want to go there as part of their birding tour to Peru. The birding there really doesn't offer any species that can't be seen on our regular Peru Highlands tour, but we'll do some birding during the morning and afternoon of our visit to the nearby town of Aguas Calientes.

 

 

ADDITIONAL INFO
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• Country Map
• Accommodations
• Photos from Past Tours
• Travel Information

BIRDING LOCALES

• Aguas Calientes
• Machu Picchu