{"id":4592,"date":"2019-05-28T14:47:02","date_gmt":"2019-05-28T19:47:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/negociosdigitales.com.co\/expotur\/?p=4592"},"modified":"2019-05-28T14:47:02","modified_gmt":"2019-05-28T19:47:02","slug":"lost-city-and-machu-picchu","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/expotur-eco.com\/en\/lost-city-and-machu-picchu\/","title":{"rendered":"Lost City Colombia vs. Machu Picchu, Peru"},"content":{"rendered":"

We are aware that the world has countless landscapes and tourist destinations to know. We also know that adventurous souls always want more and more places. Therefore, in Expotur we bring you this section of the Blog: Colombia vs the World, so that you know the wealth of our country and, in turn, similar destinations around the planet. In this blog we will start with Lost City and Machu Picchu<\/strong>, – Peru, two significant archaeological finds in history.<\/p>\n

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Lost City of the Tayronas vs. <\/strong>Lost City of the Incas<\/strong><\/h2>\n

More than a deep cultural analysis, an archaeological evaluation or a comparison to know which the \u201cbest destination\u201d is, we want to show you the wonderful constructions made by indigenous communities that inhabited Lost City and Machu Picchu<\/strong>; and offer you a series of curious facts and relevant information about these two places. Come to know them!<\/p>\n

Construction Time<\/strong><\/h3>\n

It is said that The Lost City<\/strong> was built 650 years before Machu Picchu<\/strong>. Approximately in the year 800 D.C. Although recent studies indicate that by the 6th century there were already settlements near this territory in the Sierra Nevada<\/strong> of Santa Marta<\/strong>, Colombia<\/strong>. On the other hand, in studies on Machu Picchu Peru, it is said that it was built specifically shortly before the fifteenth century.<\/p>\n

Rediscovery of Lost City and Machu Picchu<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The ruins of Machu Picchu in Peru were rediscovered in 1911 by archaeologist Hiram Bingham. While the Lost City in Colombia was discovered in 1976 by an expedition consisting of 3 Archaeologists, an Architect and 2 Guaqueros (grave robbers) who served as guides.<\/p>\n

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Names of Lost City and Machu Picchu<\/strong><\/h3>\n

These two wonderful places are known in different ways. Teyuna Archaeological Park Lost City<\/strong> is known as Teyuna<\/strong> (Origin of the peoples of the Earth), Buritaca 200<\/strong> or simply Lost City<\/strong>.<\/p>\n


\n<\/strong>In turn, the Historical Sanctuary – National Archaeological Park of Machupicchu<\/strong> is known simply as Machu Picchu<\/strong>, which traditionally means “Old Mountain<\/em>“; however, recent linguistic studies indicate that the real meaning of Machu Picchu is “The eminence of the hills<\/em>\u201d.<\/p>\n

On the other hand, specialists in history claim that when Hiram Bingham rediscovers the Inca city on the mountain, he thought he would arrive in Vilcabamba, known since that time as “the Lost City of the Incas” in Peru<\/em>; for that reason Machu Picchu is wrongly called the Lost City of the Incas<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

The historian Juan de Betanzos wrote a chronicle in 1551, stating that the real name of this archaeological beauty is Patallaqta<\/strong>. This name comes from the Quechua words “pata” which means step, and “llaqta” which means town or city. Now the term “pata” is used by the Andean people also with the meaning of “above”, so “Patallaqta” would mean “the city above”<\/em>.<\/p>\n

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Entrance to Lost City vs Entrance to Machu Picchu<\/strong><\/h3>\n

There is something in which these two destinations coincide and is that you must confirm the availability for the tour or book in advance.<\/p>\n

In the case of Lost City Colombia<\/strong> only 5 legal tourism agencies have authorization to enter the Archaeological Park; that is why, you must ensure that the agency you choose to make the Lost City Tour provides you the necessary for your experience.<\/p>\n

In the case of Machu Picchu<\/strong>, you can travel on your own or through an organized tour. The above depends on the free time you have, the budget, if you travel accompanied or alone, etc. It is important that in any of the cases you buy the ticket with a minimum of 3 days in advance to guarantee your place, since there is a maximum daily limit of entries<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

How many days are the tours to The Lost City and Machu Picchu?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Lost City has 3 options. The Lost City trek<\/strong> of 4 days, the 5 days and the 6 days. The one you choose will depend on the availability and pace you want to take, as far as physical effort is concerned.<\/p>\n

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To know more about the tours to Ciudad Perdida, choose the options that you like the most:<\/p>\n

Tour to Ciudad Perdida 4 days<\/a> || Lost City Tour 5 days<\/a> || Lost City Trek 6 days tour<\/a><\/p>\n

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To make the tour to Machu Picchu<\/strong>, according to some travelers who already know the destination, you will need approximately 5 hours to make the journey, since 3 hours of this are guided and the other two free. The recommendation is that you arrive early so that you can enjoy more and can have enough time to know well Machu Picchu, the most recognized archaeological beauty of Peru.<\/p>\n

Now, there are other tourists who suggest that you spend more time, depending on the budget you have, between 2 and 4 days. If you decide to choose this option you can stay in Aguas Calientes<\/strong> (Machu Picchu town); but\u2026<\/p>\n

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What can I do in Aguas Calientes Machu Picchu?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

This small city is totally dedicated to tourism. Here you will find hotels and restaurants and places where you can buy crafts. Also, you can do the following activities in Aguas Calientes:<\/p>\n

– Thermal baths of Aguas Calientes<\/strong><\/p>\n

– Walk to M\u00e1ndor Falls<\/strong><\/p>\n

– Climbing to the mountain of Putucusi<\/strong><\/p>\n

– Manuel Ch\u00e1vez Ball\u00f3n Museum<\/strong> (lasts 1 hour)<\/p>\n

– Model Museum<\/strong> (lasts 40 minutes)<\/p>\n

– Garden of Orchids<\/strong> of the Hotel Inka Terra (lasts 40 minutes and it is necessary previous authorization of the administration).<\/p>\n

Price of the tours <\/strong><\/h3>\n

In the case of the Lost City trek Colombia<\/strong>, the current value of the tour is $ 1,100,000 COP * per person, either for the lost city tour of 4 days, 5 days or 6 days. Yes, they have the same cost!<\/p>\n

On the other hand, the price of the tour to Machu Picchu<\/strong> will depend on:<\/p>\n

Type of ticket<\/h4>\n

There are the entrance Machu Picchu<\/strong> Solo, the entrance Machu Picchu + Huayna Picchu<\/strong> and the entrance Machu Picchu + Mountain<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Discounts<\/h4>\n

There are discounts on the entrance to Machu Picchu for university students, minors and citizens of the CAN (Peru<\/strong>, Colombia<\/strong>, Ecuador<\/strong>, and Bolivia<\/strong>). The best thing is that if you apply in more than one modality, your discount is even higher.<\/p>\n

In the official website of the government of Peru, they show that the price of the Ticket to Machu Picchu (being the one that includes the mountain and Huayna Pichu, and without receiving any discount) is of 86 dollars *.<\/p>\n

The total cost of the tour to Machu Picchu will also depend on the cost of the train trip to Aguas Calientes, the bus ride from Aguas Calientes to the entrance of Machu Picchu, the money you spend on food, lodging and guidance.<\/p>\n

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* To the date of publication of this blog.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

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What do the tours to Lost City and Machu Picchu include?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The Ciudad Perdida tour in the Sierra Nevada of Santa Marta<\/strong>, if you do it with Expotur includes:<\/p>\n

– Transportation of your lodging to our office in Santa Marta.<\/p>\n

– Transportation from office in Santa Marta to the Mamey, where we start the walk.<\/p>\n

– Food. Breakfast from the second day, lunches every day, dinner not including the last day. We also offer snacks and fruits during the walks.<\/p>\n

– Lodging in bunks or hammocks, in the camps on the way to Ciudad Perdida.<\/p>\n

– Guidance. The only legal tourism agency with the entire generation of professional guides on the trail to Ciudad Perdida.<\/p>\n

– Translator. Whenever the group requires it.<\/p>\n

– Travel insurance. Valid during the trek.<\/p>\n

– Park entrance.<\/p>\n

– Contribution to the communities.<\/p>\n

What it includes the tour to Machu Picchu in Peru<\/strong><\/h4>\n

will depend if you do it with an agency or not, and obviously of the package that you choose. Normally those packages only include:<\/p>\n

– Tickets. Depending on the route you want to make.<\/p>\n

What the agencies agree on is that they DO NOT include<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

– Accommodation.<\/p>\n

– Food.<\/p>\n

– Travel by train to Aguas Calientes.<\/p>\n

– Travel by bus to the entrance gate of the Inca City.<\/p>\n

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Recommendations to go to the Lost City and Machu Picchu<\/strong><\/h3>\n

To the Lost City<\/strong><\/h4>\n

In Expotur we have created a complete guide to go to Ciudad Perdida<\/strong> Colombia that tells you everything you need to know to make this experience. The main recommendations to go to Ciudad Perdida are:<\/p>\n

– Book in advance.<\/p>\n

– Take a light backpack<\/strong>. The extra weight will exhaust you faster.<\/p>\n

– Wear comfortable clothes<\/strong>. Fast drying, preferably.<\/p>\n

– You can take your swimsuit<\/strong> to swim in the Buritaca River<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

– Use suitable shoes<\/strong>, such as trekking or tennis boots (with appropriate soles).<\/p>\n

– Always apply sunscreen<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

– Use a lot of insect repellent<\/strong>, there will be insects throughout the trek.<\/p>\n

– Take your personal toiletry kit<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

– The camera<\/strong>, cannot miss to record the best moments of your experience.<\/p>\n

– You can also take some extra money<\/strong> to buy handicrafts.<\/p>\n

– Books or small table games<\/strong>, for the hours of rest in the camps.<\/p>\n

– Maybe a flashlight<\/strong>. In case you need to go to the bathroom at night.<\/p>\n

– Before taking photos to the natives<\/strong> you must ask for their authorization.<\/p>\n

– Save the Trash<\/strong> in your backpack. Certainly, It is necessary to preserve the environment and respect the environment that others inhabit.<\/p>\n

– Always respect the wildlife and sacred places<\/strong>, remember that it is your habitat and you are being invited to enjoy it.<\/p>\n

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To see more recommendations to go to The Lost City Colombia<\/strong><\/a>, click here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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To the Machu Picchu tour<\/strong><\/h4>\n

As for Machu Picchu<\/strong> it is also important that:<\/p>\n