Exploring Machu Picchu by Train: Revealing The True Secrets They Don't Tell You!

Join us on an unforgettable journey as we explore the breathtaking ruins of Machu Picchu by train! In this video, we reveal the ancient secrets of the Inca civilization and uncover the history behind one of the most iconic archaeological sites in the world. Experience stunning views of the Andean landscape as we travel through lush valleys and steep mountains, providing you with a unique perspective on this UNESCO World Heritage site.

Learn about the fascinating stories of the Inca people, their architectural genius, and the significance of Machu Picchu in their culture. We'll also share tips for planning your own adventure, from the best train routes to what to expect during your visit. Whether you're a history enthusiast, an adventure seeker, or simply curious about the wonders of the world, this video has something for everyone.

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[jimculbertson]

In late 1966, my wife and I were Peace Corps Volunteers in Colombia and we visited Machu Picchu and stayed overnight in the hotel. The next day, the ruins were almost empty and I and the other couple we were with, also Volunteers, decided to climb the mountain. I lugged my camera bag and scrambled - slowly - up the stone steps to the top. There are food terraces and a small building that evidenced the fact that residents of MP went up and down regularly. We descended slowly, mostly on our backs and got back safely. I'm now 83 and have vertigo and when I look at the pictures I took on from the top, I get queasy. I have a telephoto of my wife standing below where you crossed a rock saddle to get to the base. Incredibly tiny. I'm living proof that I was young, stup9id and bulletproof!

[skiptrace]

Thanks for posting! Very interesting, & obvious differences in construction. Camera hint: keep a view in frame for 10-12 seconds to give the eye time to focus & the brain time to process. Moving the camera too quickly spoils the scene. Thanks again!

[patbertram]

Nice to see this. But, you wave your camera around like a lawn sprinkler. If you’re going to pan a scene, pick a starting point on one side and slowly pan to the other side you want to show. Your camera is not a paintbrush that has to stroke back and forth over a scene.

[ronnievaughn]

I don't want to hear background music when I'm trying to learn something.

[CogentConsult]

I appreciate the fact you shared this video with us, an gave us some insight into a place many of us will never see. One tip for you, though: Do not move your camera fast, as you did here. You need to pan very slowly, that will prevent blurry motion and will give the viewer time to actually take in the views you are showing them. :-)

[stephenelderkin]

I travelled there in the 80s. I stayed at Aguas Calientes at a gringo hostel ( I forget the name of it) for a couple of days but the village was very tiny back then. Not developed as it is in this video. There was a path leading up and out of the village where hikers would go and sit in the hot spring. We hiked up to Machu Picchu cutting across switch backs, used by young panhandlers, in order to get to the site. We explored the site and I jogged up and back down Juana Picchu on a dare from a friend. I was taking pictures from the famous site that shows all of the grandeur of Machu Picchu when a man came by and started taking pictures in the same spot. I was having problems with my camera and he took a look at it and set it up for me. Turned out he was a photographer for National Geographic. We got talking and he informed me that he would be spending a number of days at Machu Picchu and take around a thousand of photos from this one spot at different times of the day. This was also during the time of the terrorist group the Shining Path. It was a magical journey and I would love to visit the Peru again one day.

[tierrabatido]

Thanks for sharing your experience! I love MP! Pro tip: Move your camera slowly and smoothly when panning. It makes for a less nauseating experience. 🙃✌

[ericanderson]

I went here a few years ago. The terraces go all the way up in the jungle to the top. Different levels have different micro climates so they would plant different stuff depending on that climate.

[danielrowell]

When you film you have to spend more time on focal points and less time sweeping back-and-forth. It makes people seasick trying to watch. The footage is awesome you just have to spend a little more time in one place and then sweep to a new place and then stop there please 😊

[rcgrizz]

Suggestion: slow you pan movement down, especially on closer scenery. MP has been on my bucket list for years. Congrats on notching it off your list.

[CookDaddy]

Ancient architecture around the world is unexplainable to me it's almost unbelievable.

[carolann]

This is a place I would love to go, but because of health issues I can only dream or because of good people like you I can visit these places through your eyes. Thank you for the video I really appreciate it and really enjoyed it. ❤

[Helen-mhmq]

That just brought me back !!So beautiful. I have been all over the world and Machu Picchu is the place I think about all the time.Magical!

[doonular]

Seeing interesting, amazing, and beautiful places like this really makes me wish that I wasn't in a wheelchair and I could see them for myself, But thanks to wonderful and adventurous people like you I am lucky enough to be able to, at least to some degree, see and experience these places from the comfort of my home. Thank you so much, and thank you to all who post this type of video.

[alanfoster]

Was there in 1987, when the Inti Raymi hadn't been desecrated for an illegal beer commercial and the hotel was still reasonable. Amazing place.

[peat]

What nobody discusses at all is how on earth did they completely remove the mountain top to build on, mountains do not have flat tops they have peaks. There is an immense amount of material that has been removed, so how and where is the material.

[joiespelund]

It's been a few years since I've been there(2006). In more recent photos or videos I can see how much more they have uncovered - especially the terracing going down the side. I'm right with you on - and glad you kept noting it - as to the difference between the Incan building blocks and the pre-Incan large built-to-fit stones from some unknown culture. I don't know why they keep spinning the tale that it is all Incan. Anyway, the scariest part for me was getting from that base town where you stayed overnight (think we spent 3 there) up to MP in a bus over those hairpin curves....argh!!!! I was disappointed the first day because we didn't arrive until the afternoon. Getting in was as packed and slow as a Disneyland ride. Of course, the people fanned out nicely once in. The next day we took the earliest bus out/up and it was much better. Of course, for young and able people, you can always climb the trail up the mountain. Mom and I were 58 and 88 at the time so that didn't sound too exciting for us.

[sharonreichter]

I agree with the people that suggested that a pause with the camera to look at what you were talking about would have been better. It was very interesting, so thank you for sharing. I found the music a bit monotonous too - sorry!

[marydonohoe]

I’ve seen several videos of Machu Picchu, but this is the most informative so far. Thanks so much from an ALS patient who can no longer travel! This is a gift. 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼❤️❤️❤️😊💥

[ThomasLeonard]

Good information for those who have not seen much of this area.
A tip from an old photographer, Please slow down your panning, volume on background music should be at not much more than 10% of normal. You are not alone in these simple but critical errors.