Ollantaytambo is located in what is called the Sacred Valley of the Incas at an altitude of 2,792 m (9,160 ft) above sea level. It is a small town with dozens of hotels, inns, restaurants, and cafes. Most hotels are within the walking distance from the venue, located in Plaza Araccama, in front of the Archeological site, also known as Ollantaytambo fortress.
The workshop's organizing committee recommends the following accomodations for a pleasant stay
The workshop tour is organized by Peru Travel Platinum agency.
The visit is scheduled for October 23th (Wednesday). The train leaves from Ollantaytambo train station to Machu Picchu town (Aguas Calientes) at 6AM. The journey takes around 2 hours. From Machu Picchu town, the participants can take a bus to Machu Picchu citadel, this ride takes less than 25 minutes and it is covered by the early and late registration fees; however, hiking to the citadel is an amazing experience that cannot be missed, while it is very challenging and may take on average 1 to 2 hours depending on the participant strength. Once the participant reaches Machu Picchu citadel he/she can choose a guide if needed. The tour guides are also included in the early and late registration fees. The train will be back to Ollantaytambo at 6PM.
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Additional comment
You can make a reservation at the Tinkuy Buffet Restaurant located at the Sanctuary Lodge, in front of the main entrance of Machu Picchu citadel. Lunch reservations can be made on-site or online before entering the archaeological site. The price of lunch is 45 USD. After lunch you can enter once more to the citadel. Reserve now.
Some tips when visiting Machu Picchu. Pack a sweater and/or rain jacket. The weather can change quickly. You can get your passport stamped at the tourist office once you arrive at Machu Picchu. Do not underestimate altitude sickness. Take it easy, do not overexert yourself. Follow the trails with care and follow the instructions of the local attendants. Visitors cannot take drinks or food into the site. For this reason, it would be advisable to eat a big breakfast or have a lunch at the Tinkuy Buffet Restaurant at Sanctuary Lodge, in front of the main entrance of Machu Picchu citadel. Those who wish so can return by bus to Machu Picchu town, may have lunch there and wait for the train that will take them to Ollantaytambo in the late afternoon.
The visit is scheduled for October 25th (friday). Private bus leaves from Ollantaytambo venue to Maras & Moray at noon. Participants are back at 7PM. Entrance tickets to Maras & Moray are not covered by the registration fee. The bus may stop in Chincheros. Entrance ticket to this place is also not covered by the fee; however, if you visited Ollantaytambo fortress and bought the "tourist ticket" (price is 48 USD), it will allow you to enter Chincheros and Maras for free.
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Access to Ollantaytambo (location of the venue) takes place from Cusco. Therefore, participants should travel from their cities/countries, when this is the case, to the airport of Lima, Peru and from there to Cusco.
Transportation from Cusco Airport to Ollantaytambo Central Square
1st Option
We intend to offer a bus transportation between the airport of Cusco to Ollantaytambo, towards the central square of the city. The bus is scheduled for October 20th. Time details will be sent by email to each participant. From the central square of Ollantaytambo we recommend that the participants use the so-called mototaxis, https://www.tripsavvy.com/mototaxis-in-peru-1619752 a very common way of transportation in Peru, for their own transportation to their hotel. This type of vehicle can carry three people and is very practical in view of their small dimensions to drive through the narrow streets of Ollantaytambo. We recommend that participants have, at their own disposal, when they arrive in Ollantaytambo, the necessary information regarding the location of their hotel. The transportation price of moto-taxis is of the order of 1.5 USD.
2nd Option
Participants can get a taxi directly from Cusco airport to Ollantaytambo. Both cities are safe and very touristic. Price may range from 30 USD to 50 USD.
3rd Option
Participants can board a local small bus to Ollantaytambo on Calle Pavitos (Pavitos street) in Cusco, it will cost 15 Soles (4 USD) and will arrive to Plaza Principal de Ollantaytambo (Central Square of Ollantaytambo), with an intermediate stop in the Town of Urubamba. The trip takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes to 2 hours.
Transportation from Ollantaytambo Central Square to Cusco airport
The organizing committee does not offer transportation to go back to Cusco airport; therefore, the participants can choose between options #2 and #3 given above. Ollantaytambo is very touristic, it is easy to find transportation to Cusco airport at any given time, including early morning and overnight hours.
Altitude. Cusco is 3,400 meters (11,150 feet) above sea level, while Machu Picchu is about 2,400 meters (7,900 feet). Altitude sickness generally starts affecting people at 8,000 feet. Ollantaytambo is 2.792 meters (9.160 feet), so this city is better for adjusting to the high altitude than Cusco.
Electricity. In Peru the power sockets are of type A and C. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 60 Hz.
Visa and vaccines. Consult the appropriate local agencies of your city, country or region if you have questions about the need for a visa and for some type of vaccination to enter Peru.
Currency. The currency in Peru is the Nuevo Sol. And as in most countries, Peru uses the system of one hundred cents for every Sol. In many establishments, the US dollars are accepted for commercial transactions, e.g., at restaurants, coffee shops, etc., with exchange value according to the exchange value of the day (around 3.3 Soles for 1 US dollar).
Potable water. Water in Peru is of good quality, but as is the case in many Latin American countries, water purification may not be suitable for people from Europe or the USA. For this reason, it is recommended to use mineral water even for brushing the teeth.
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