Solo Travel Destination: Machu Picchu, Peru

Published January 24, 2012 | By Guest

We are pleased to present a new Solo Travel Destination Post from Aini, a member of the Solo Travel Society. Aini is from Malaysia, and submitted the following report about Machu Picchu. Do you have a solo travel destination that you would like to recommend? Submit your description here, along with a few photos, and share it with fellow travelers!

Solo travel rating: 2 (1 is easiest, 4 is most difficult. Please see chart below)

Languages spoken: Spanish

machu picchu Solo Travel Destination: Machu Picchu, Peru

The mystique of Machu Picchu.

Reasons to go: Hiram Bingham stumbled upon one of the greatest archaeological finds of the 20th century—and what was named in 2007 as one of the new Seven Wonders of the World: Machu Picchu.

I had always dreamed of reaching Machu Picchu, but years of being bogged down with the humdrum, mundane routine of the rat race had seen my dream grow dimmer. Until, that is, I decided to finally quit my job in May 2011, and fly to South America to spend my 40th birthday at Machu Picchu.

Hey, they say life begins at 40, right?

There are so many articles written about Machu Picchu that I have nothing new to add except that it is simply amazing. Words do not do this place justice. You have to be there to soak in the scenery.

shoes hat Solo Travel Destination: Machu Picchu, Peru

Taking a break to soak it all in.

machu picchu 2 Solo Travel Destination: Machu Picchu, Peru

Fulfilling a travel dream.

passport Solo Travel Destination: Machu Picchu, Peru

Further proof that I did it!

Solo Travel Destination Rating System

Safety - 2 (1 very safe, 2 safe in most areas, 3 be cautious at all times.)

Language - 2 (1 English is first language, 2 English speakers easy to find, 3 English speakers rare)

Navigation – 2 (1 easy to navigate by transit or car, 2 poor transit, car necessary, 3 not easy to get around)

Culture – 2 (1 Similar to North America or Western Europe, 2 Different from above but relaxed and easy, 3 Challenging)

Average Rating – 2 (1 is easiest, 4 is most difficult)

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http://traveldestinationbucketlist.com/ AnitaMac
The 4 day hike in to Machu Picchu was breath taking, and at times – took my breath away! I didn’t find the trek too crowded but I was lucky to be part of a small group. Had an amazing experience and would be back in a heart beat, especially now that I have a better camera.
I love that you quit your job at 40 to follow your dream – I soon face that cross road and wonder if I will have the strength to do the same! Life is too short for the mundane and humdrum…so inspiring that you got out there and lived it! I lived it when I was out of university and yearn to do it again! Watch out world….the clock is ticking!!!! The only question is where to next!!!!
https://www.worldlynomads.com/ Barry – Inca Trail
We did this in 2010 and found it an incredible experience! Although some people will say its too busy, we found the trek and visit breathtaking and would highly recommend it!
http://www.machupicchucoupons.com/ Millie
I was in Machu Picchu last March, what a beautiful place! After you visit that place things look different. I went solo and it was a great experience! Cusco and Machu Picchu have tons of things to see and to do where, every step you take has a piece of history.
Millie
http://www.machupicchucoupons.com
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judy a
Anyone want to hike machu picchu with me around July 21 ish?????
Anonymous
Machu Picchu is such an amazing place to visit that it just can’t be described in words. If you know anyone that wants to visit Machu Picchu, we are taking a group of solo travelers here at the end of May. For more info, visit http://solomatetravel.com/trip/peru-featuring-machu-picchu/.
Anonymous
Machu Picchu is definitely on my bucket list. Im certain Ill get to it in the next few years (shooting for pre-2015 if possible). Ive just been to Angkor wat in Cambodia last week and as an aspiring anthropologist places like this get me all tingly and excited! Cant wait to see Machu Picchu in person too.
http://chrissytravels.com/ Chrissy Travels
Machu Picchu is on my travels list for later this year…..and I’m solo! Thanks for the great info!
http://www.mykonosgold.com/ Stella Mykonos
Wow i so want to visit Mach Picchu!! It is one of my biggest dreams going there!
http://www.thenomadicnepali.com/ Great Himalaya Thru-Hiker
I am solo traveller based in Nepal early last year I walked alone for about 2000km solo across Great Himalaya Trail (www.suniltamang.com).Travelling to Machu Picchu is one in my bucket list and thanks for sharing information and I am sure it will help me in future.
http://twitter.com/CROnlineMaps CostaRicaOnlineMap
I wish to travel to Peru, is one of my dreams. I live and work on Costa Rica and there are a lot of solo female travellers coming, and they trully enjoy the adventure experience in this amazing country also!!!
http://twitter.com/thelostbackpack Lane
Great information. Any idea how someone with asthma would tackle this?
Julesandus
What a wonderful experience. I hope to be there in July 2012. Thanks
jules

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