Je part pour le Pérou et l'Equateur cet été et j'aurais aimer connaitre le moyen le moins cher pour aller au Machu Pichu depuis Cuzco ou autre , quand je voit le prix avec les agences pour un circuit, ça fait peur, pour moi cela serait pour deux ou trois jours, j aime beaucoups marcher, quelqu un pourrait il m'éclairer sur la somme a sébourser pour l entrer au MP, le train, et le prix d'un hotel moyen a Agua Calientes. merci d'avance
Hola
Le moins cher : prendre un bus vers Quillabamba
S'arrêter à Santa Maria, prendre un taxi jusqu'à Santa Teresa-La Hidro.
Depuis les innondations tu traverses la rivière avec une tyrolienne car le pont a été emporté.
Depuis la Hidro tu marches sur la voie ferrée 1H30 à 2H et tu arrives à Aguas Calientes .Coût : 24 soles pour le bus et le collectivo
Cherche dans les anciens posts: tout est expliqué.
C B
Je part pour le Pérou et l'Equateur cet été et j'aurais aimer connaitre le moyen le moins cher pour aller au Machu Pichu depuis Cuzco ou autre , quand je voit le prix avec les agences pour un circuit, ça fait peur, pour moi cela serait pour deux ou trois jours, j aime beaucoups marcher, quelqu un pourrait il m'éclairer sur la somme a sébourser pour l entrer au MP, le train, et le prix d'un hotel moyen a Agua Calientes. merci d'avance
bonjour
l'année derniere l'entrée au MP, c'était dans les 30 euros , 120 soles..
tu peux effectivement grapiller quelques soles sur le trajet, si tu n'es pas trop pressé par le temps, en faisant une partie à pied😏 le train le moins cher c'est environ 70 euros l'A/R..pour la chambre à aguas calientes c'est pas tres cher, compte 15euros pour un minimum de confort 😄 tout y est un peu plus cher qu'ailleurs..
ne pas oublier qu'ici los gringos c'est une mine d'or😠 un manantial de oro para los andinos
Oui tu as raison parce que le MP n'est reservé qu'aux tours operators et aux touristes étrangers ...ou presque
Les Péruviens ne le connaissent pas !!
Les touristes en Delsey contribuent à cette mentalité ...
Mais va en montagne et là c'est tout autre chose ....
C B
aussi bien le train, le plus cher du monde, (c'est une compagnie privé, qui doit investir les benefices ailleurs dans des paradis fiscaux) je suis pas sur que les pauvres andins profitent de cette source de devises..
tout est fait pour canaliser les touristes, pour qu'ils n'échappent pas au tiroir caisse😉 ..
car suivre à pied la ligne de chemin de fer , même si bcp le font est parfaitement illegale. il suffit de tomber sur un guardia de puta madre 😄qui vous oblige soit à sortir vos soles..soit à faire demi-tour...
Hola
Pas du tout illégal .... si tu la remontes depuis Santa Teresa-La Hidro.
C'est sur la route de Quillabamba.
Nous l'avons fait en mai 2009 et les contrôleurs nous ont même indiqué la direction à suivre ....
Il est évident que c'est interdit en suivant celle qui vient d'Ollantaytambo vers Aguas Calientes.
C B
Hola
Pas du tout illégal .... si tu la remontes depuis Santa Teresa-La Hidro.
C'est sur la route de Quillabamba.
Nous l'avons fait en mai 2009 et les contrôleurs nous ont même indiqué la direction à suivre ....
Il est évident que c'est interdit en suivant celle qui vient d'Ollantaytambo vers Aguas Calientes.
C B
oui je connais, mais bon faut savoir qu'il doit y avoir 15 km à pied, avec les sacs à dos c'est pas évident, je parle même pas du temps perdu...il y a quand même qlq trains qui passent sur ce tronçon...alors attention...
si c'est juste pour le plaisir d'avoir économiser qlq euros 😄
vaut mieux essayer de gagner 200/250 euros sur le vol "europe perou ."..
Tes propos sont un peu en contradiction avec ce que tu dis sur l'exploitation de la ligne par une société étrangère qui se remplit les poches ....
Comme je pense la même chose ... j'agis .... donc acte !!!
15 Km en 2H ... sans danger ni fatigue .... c'est plat .
Quant aux sacs: on les laisse à l'hôtel où on reviendra les prendre au retour.
Pas la peine d'avoir la panoplie du parfait touriste sur le dos.
Je le conseille à tous ceux qui n'ont pas envie de se retrouver en groupe dans un train de "gringos" puisque pour les ruines on n'y échappe pas 😉
On arrivera au MP à pied via Choquequirao (rando de 6 jours) et Sta Teresa.
Même pour le retour, on prendra plutôt un bus plutôt que de se faire raqueter.
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Ce n'est pas pour économiser quelques euro, mais je préfère utiliser cet argent pour acheter des feutres et des médicaments pour les enfants que le donner a MAC qui lui s'en servira surement pour ce payer un bon whisky a malibu beach, enfin bon merci beaucoups pour les infos, au sujet de la péche dans le Huascaran personne ne peut me filer des info? gracias
Tiens, le chemin est expliqué en détail dans des anciens posts par contre ayant fait le Machu Pichu par la route fin juillet 2010 je me disais qu'une petite mise à jour des prix et du chemin pourrait être utile à certains voyageurs:Changement: La route étant à présent en travaux, elle ne peut être empruntée que de nuit.
Le mieux est de prendre le dernier bus disponible au terminal de Santiago/Quillabamba à 21h30 pour éviter au maximum de marcher de nuit. Le prix est de 25 soles par personne.On arrive à Santa Maria vers 3h15 du matin, faire bien attention car le chauffeur crie "Santa Maria" et redémarre 15 sec après! Là une ou deux voitures attendent d'être pleines (5 voyageurs donc 4 à l'arrière bien serré!) pour partir à Santa Teresa. Le prix est de 10 soles par personne.On arrive à Santa Teresa une heure après vers 4h30. Là aucune voiture n'était là, attendre un peu dans la nuit fraîche (prévoir un bon pull et veste) raison pour laquelle il vaut mieux partir le plus tard de Cusco. A 5h un gars est venu vers nous et est allé réveiller un chauffeur qui dormait dans une maison un peu plus loin.De là c'est 30 min de voiture pour la centrale hydraulique. Le prix est de 5 soles par personne. On arrive vers 5h30, il vaut mieux avoir une lampe de poche avec soi.On longe à pied la centrale et il faut à ce moment là grimper le versant sur la droite sur 50m pour atteindre l'autre voie ferrée, la bonne qui mène jusqu'à Aguas Calientes! On ne l'a pas fait directement et un employé de la centrale nous a de lui-même montré le chemin. Bien sympa avec les mochilleros qui ne suivent pas le troupeau de moutons en train. A aucun moment nous n'avons dû prendre ni vu de tyrolienne.
Après 2h de marche cool on arrive à une gare avec plein de sac poubelles rouges sur la gauche. Là il faut quitter la voie ferrée, traverser le pont et continuer sur la route car si vous continuez la voie ferrée il y aura 2 tunnels (sans lumière) qu'il est donc mieux d'éviter.C'est un bon plan, la marche le long de la voie ferrée est en pleine nature et encore sympa. On y croise qq touristes faisant le chemin en sens inverse.
Je reviens juste du Macchu Picchu. Une autre experience peut peut etre etre utile a certains. Nous sommes partis a 3 avec une tente et avons rejoins Aguas Calientes pour 7.50 soles en 2 jours. Une fois arrives a Ollantaytambo par combi, (vans) nous en avons pris un autre jusqu'au km 82. A partir de la, il suffit de suivre les rails jusqu'a A.C qui se situe aux environs du kilometre 110. Le paysage est super et comme nous ne sommes pas peruviens, nous n'avons pas cette capacite de marcher sur les pierres alors on y est alles tranquillement. Impossible de camper a A.C. le camping le plus proche est a 20 min et il prennent 15 soles par tente, par contre, il y a une piste d'aterrissage pour helicoptere a 10 min de la ville.
Bon apres ca, monter jusqu'au site a pied et faire le Huayna Picchu dans la foulee, c'est crevant alors je conseille pour le jambes fatiguees de prendre un aller en bus pour monter. Les sources d'eaux chaudes sont en fait des piscines tiedes...c'est pas les meilleures mais c'est agreable de s'y prelasser apres la marche.
Pour le retour, on a fait la route jusqu'a Hydroelectrica, pas de tyrolienne, la route est agreable et il n'y a presque pas de train qui passent en comparaison de la route a faire du km82 a A.C. Nous avons ete etonnes du temps et du cout de ce voyage. En fait, cette route fait faire un detour, et bien que l'on marche moins que depuis km82, si cous avez le temps et une tente, c'est plus avantageux de faire comme ca. La route a Quillabamba est actuellement en travaux. Depuis santa Maria, les combi ne partent qu'a partir de 18h et nous avons ete arretes a Ollantaytambo parce qu'il y avait un controle de police et que beaucoup "d'agences de transport" sont illegaux. Au final, on a du rester ue nuit sur place mais meme sans le prix de l'hotel, le retour nous est revenu bien plus cher que l'aller...voila voila, a vous de voir et bon voyage!
Hi there, After exploring southern Peru in 2024 with your help, we d love to head north next. There ll be 5 or 6 of us: 1. Arrive in Lima in the evening. 2.…
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My trip to the Algarve, which was postponed, is now taking shape.
On October 13th, I’m leaving for 2 weeks. When I arrive, I’ll be staying in Lisbon for 3 nights. So, I’d love to find somewhere affordable and well-located to stay—any suggestions would be great!
After that, I’ll head to Faro, where I plan to rent a car. Would it be best to rent directly from the airport? I can’t seem to find any agencies in Faro city where I could pick up the car and drop it off at the airport at the end of my stay. Is it possible to return a car at 6 AM at the airport?
Can I get the Portuguese motorway pass in France?
Thanks so much for your help!
Jofra
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Does anyone know a good local French-speaking agency for a discovery/trekking trip in Maharashtra? For about 3 weeks, a custom trip, but not too expensive!
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Hello Voyage Forum members.
For my wife’s birthday and her 64th year, I’d love to plan a two-week road trip with her—using our own car—preferably avoiding overly touristy spots, so off the beaten path where possible. That said, we wouldn’t mind stopping at must-see places along the way. The trip would cover Emilia-Romagna and/or Tuscany if combining both regions is doable in that timeframe, with the option for some hikes during the period. We’re looking at late November 2026. I’d prioritize the most authentic accommodations, ideally with breakfast included, without exceeding 100 € per night if that’s possible. So, stays like private rooms in hostels or homestays would be perfect.
Based on these details, I’d really appreciate any recent tips or insights from Voyage Forum members to help me plan this surprise anniversary trip.
Hi,
I’m looking for recent opinions on where to stay: Ella or Haputale.
Doesn’t Haputale also have the added advantage of the train?
Thanks for your input!
Hi there, we’re planning a road trip in northern Algeria at the end of January – early February.
Anyone have any tips for a car rental agency that’s both reliable and not too expensive? Thanks in advance!
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I’d like to travel from Lille in the North of France to Italy safely and on a budget.
Preferably by bus.
If you have other ideas, I’m all ears!
I’m interested in any suggestions.
How can I get to Italy?
Which city is the cheapest?
The most visited?
Is it safe, please?
Thanks for your replies.
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Hi everyone,
I’m planning to spend 8 days or more in Georgia, and I love multi-day hikes at a moderate level.
Any tips?
Is it easy to exchange money in Tbilisi?
Is Kutaisi worth a visit?
I’ve heard the Black Sea is meh.
And apparently, the food and drink are amazing everywhere in Georgia.
So, is it worth checking out a wine region?
Thanks a lot!
Good evening,
As two senior French couples who are used to traveling independently all over the world, we’d like to visit Kenya next November.
Now, after seeing and reading a bit everywhere, and with the first quotes for a 6/7-day safari, I’m shocked by the prices (like $2,250) for places like Maasai Mara, where entry alone costs $200 per person per day, plus fees for the driver and vehicle.
So if you have any recent great tips or contacts to share to help me out, I’d really appreciate it—because despite the costs, we’d still love to go, while keeping things reasonable.
The most plausible solution is probably renting a vehicle with a driver-guide.
Thanks in advance for all your replies.
Jacques
After more than ten solo trips to India, I’ve decided to explore a new country: South Korea.
In October, I’ll be flying Lyon-Delhi, then in November Delhi-Seoul. I’ll be staying in this new (for me) country for over a month.
My main motivation when traveling is discovering a country through the people (locals) I meet. In India, I made friends through Couchsurfing that way.
I’m currently getting in touch with host families (via Servas), but if you have any ideas for authentic and budget-friendly accommodations, I’d love to hear them.
I’ll plan my route based on my hosts, and I’m also thinking of spending a few days in Seoul and Jeju.
Hi there,
I’m heading to the Greek island of Ikaria for two months and I’m looking for any tips or advice—especially on budget-friendly accommodation options like a room to rent or staying with locals. Thanks!
Hi everyone, I'm traveling solo in Spain for 8 days without a car, on a tight budget. What train/bus route do you recommend between cities, and where can I find the best prices? Looking forward to your tips! Thanks
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I’m new to this site and feeling a little desperate. 😢 My boyfriend’s birthday is in 4 days, and I wanted to surprise him with a New Year’s trip to London... except I just found out he’s already been there as a kid. Well, there goes my surprise! 😅
Since we both love Christmas and winter, I’m looking for a destination where we can really feel the holiday magic—with a budget of around 500 € for transport + accommodation for two (yes, I know, I might be asking for a Christmas miracle here 😇).
We’ve already been to Bucharest, Prague, Vienna, and Budapest, so I’d love to find something a little more offbeat, not too expensive, and with a beautiful Christmas atmosphere.
Please help me! 🙏 On social media, it’s always the same ultra-touristy cities... I’m sure there are hidden gems I haven’t discovered yet!
Three years after exploring northern Argentina and Chile, my two travel buddies and I want to discover the southern part of these two countries.
We’re traveling on a budget, backpacker-style, favoring public transport and modest accommodations, but we don’t hesitate to splurge a little when it’s worth it.
The classic spots that have been fueling our dreams: Bariloche, the lakes, Chiloé, El Chaltén, Torres del Paine, Perito Moreno, El Calafate, Fitz Roy, Ushuaia and Tierra del Fuego, and wrapping up in Valparaíso.
We’ll take a round-trip flight to Santiago, then I’m thinking of a one-way flight from Santiago to Punta Arenas. From there, we’ll explore and do several day hikes in the south, including Ushuaia and, if possible, Tierra del Fuego.
Then we’ll head back north by bus to Bariloche and the lakes, followed by Chiloé, then a bus to Santiago and Valparaíso.
Based on your experience, could you help me figure out the best way to structure this trip and maybe suggest some ideas?
Thanks in advance.
Didier
I’m heading to Quebec and New Brunswick this summer and got a Revolut Classic card for the trip. I’ve already exchanged some Canadian dollars in the app so I’ll have a reserve ready for my departure day. My question is whether I’ll incur any additional fees when using my Canadian dollar account. I think I’m limited to 200 € in ATM withdrawals for my part. Thanks!
Hi there,
I'm heading to Morocco for 10 days as a backpacker, with my car and a tent canvas if needed. Does anyone have great experiences in this country around the Tétouan and Tangier areas?
I'd love to spend time with locals, rent a small room, and take part in daily life.
If you've got any addresses to share, that'd be awesome!
Thanks a million for your replies!!!😉
Christine
My boyfriend and I are going there for just 9 days, including the two travel days… It’s not much, but oh well!
Looking at prices online, I get the impression everything’s more expensive than I thought 😅 So, I wanted to get your feedback on a few things:
* Is hitchhiking common, easy, and generally safe in Albania?
* Is it possible to find day-to-day accommodations without booking ahead? If so, are they usually cheaper than the ones you find online?
* Is wild camping allowed or at least tolerated?
If any of you have traveled there recently, I’d love all the tips and great deals you’ve got!
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We’re a young couple planning to travel to South Africa after spending about three weeks in Namibia. We’ll arrive in Cape Town around mid-December, with no fixed travel duration (though our budget will eventually set a limit).
After browsing through the forum, we’ve realized the country is packed with incredible spots, which makes choosing an itinerary tough. We’re looking for stunning landscapes, hikes, and so on. So, we’d love to hear your thoughts and experiences.
When we arrive in Cape Town, we’d like to settle in and take it easy until New Year’s, exploring at a relaxed pace. We know this period coincides with South African holidays—does that make finding accommodations (availability/prices) more difficult? Do you think it’s possible to stay in a nice place for about 15 days without aiming for the most upscale neighborhoods? Maybe somewhere a bit outside Cape Town, like Fish Hoek, and just visit the city occasionally.
After that, we’ll have plenty of time (about 2 to 2.5 months) to explore the country. We’d like to take our time. In your opinion, is it better to focus on the Cape Town region, or is it reasonable to consider more distant areas like the Drakensberg or Blyde River Canyon? Can everything be done by car if we take our time, or are domestic flights sometimes more practical?
Budget-wise, how much do car rentals cost? For accommodations, we usually look at Airbnb—are they affordable in South Africa? What’s the average nightly rate outside the biggest cities? Are there other platforms you’d recommend for saving on lodging?
Finally, regarding safety, are there any regions to avoid besides Johannesburg?
We know this is a lot of questions, but we’re still in the early planning stages!
Thanks in advance for your advice!
Hi there,
After exploring southern Peru in 2024 with your help, we’d love to head north next. There’ll be 5 or 6 of us:
1. Arrive in Lima in the evening.
2. Visit Lima and take a flight at 6:35 PM to Tarapoto.
3, 4, 5. Spend a few days there to trek in a reserve (Pacaya-Samiria National Reserve) or somewhere else.
6. From Tarapoto to Chachapoyas—either by overnight bus, daytime bus, or private car.
7. In Chachapoyas: Gocta Waterfall, Sonche Canyon, and walk back to town.
8. Head to Kuelap citadel, Revash, and arrive in Leymebamba.
9. Leymebamba museum, then route to Cajamarca.
10. Cajamarca hot springs, overnight bus to Trujillo or Chiclayo—or do both.
11, 12, 13. Visit and explore the area.
14. Overnight bus back to Lima.
15. Lima.
16. Depart at 8 PM for France.
What do you think of this itinerary? Looking forward to your advice.
Thanks
I’m planning a 7-day trip to Marrakech for a sports camp, and I’ll be traveling with just a standard carry-on backpack.
I’d love to hear your best tips and tricks:
• What clothes are absolutely essential?
• Any advice for managing the heat while traveling light?
• Which accessories have been the most useful for you?
• Mistakes to avoid on a first trip to Marrakech?
I’m also open to your recommendations for neighborhoods, restaurants, or activities not to miss during my free time.
Thanks in advance for your advice and experience! !
Hi there, we’re heading to the Cyclades from June 23 to July 9. We’ll arrive in Santorini and leave from Mykonos. We’re thinking of visiting these islands: Folegandros, Milos, Sifnos, Tinos, and Mykonos. Do you think it’s better to book the ferries now (which site do you recommend for booking?) or can we buy the tickets on the spot? Also, do you have any suggestions for accommodation under 100 €/night on each of these islands? Thanks in advance!
Hi everyone!
I’m planning my dream trip for next September, lasting about a month. Here’s my itinerary:
Amsterdam: 3 days (departing from Montreal)
Tanzania: 3-day safari
Zanzibar: 6 days
Istanbul: 7 days
Return to Montreal.
Since my budget is pretty tight, I’m looking for tips and advice to cut costs without sacrificing the experience. Here are my questions:
Multi-destination flights: What’s the best way to book these connections? Is it better to buy a one-way ticket from Montreal to Amsterdam, then a separate internal flight, or use comparison tools for a multi-destination ticket?
Budget safari: Do you have recommendations for local agencies or tips to do a 3-day safari (Serengeti/Ngorongoro) at an affordable price (e.g., camping/glamping instead of luxury lodges)?
Accommodation in Zanzibar: Which villages or types of lodging are the most budget-friendly and accessible via local transport for these 6 days?
Istanbul: Any tips for well-located but cheap accommodation and great food deals?
Hi,
Are there still basic, traditional, and affordable authentic accommodations in Poland? I’ll be traveling in July with my husband and our 2 kids along the Warsaw-Łódź-Toruń-Gdańsk route, and all I can find online are standardized Ikea-style apartments in the cities. When I look for agrotourism, it’s all luxury farms.
Can you find farms in the countryside or city lodgings for under 60 euros per night? And if so, how?
Is it possible to find accommodations on the spot without internet—like from people who put up signs—even in July?
Hi,
I need to stay in Paris or Créteil for 2 nights a week for a month. I know some cheap backpacker options, but I’d like something even cheaper. Do you know of any rooms for rent from private individuals?
Thanks
We’re a young couple planning our first trip to Albania from June 23, 2026, to July 2, 2026. We have a pretty tight budget and want to make the most of this amazing country without breaking the bank.
We’re looking for all the advice you can give to help us plan our stay:
* What are the must-see places to visit?
* Which cities or villages are really worth the detour?
* What natural sites, hikes, canyons, springs, or viewpoints do you recommend?
* Do you know of any free, uncrowded, or particularly beautiful beaches?
* Where can we responsibly observe or swim with sea turtles?
* What are the most beautiful beaches on the Albanian Riviera that are accessible on a small budget?
* What budget-friendly accommodations (hotels, hostels, homestays, campgrounds) do you recommend?
* What are the best ways to get around between different regions at a low cost?
* Do you know of any reliable and affordable agencies for renting a vehicle (car, scooter, or motorcycle)? What are the average rates at the end of June, and which rental companies do you recommend or advise against?
* Is it better to rent a vehicle right when we arrive or stick to local buses and minibuses to keep costs down?
* Which restaurants or local specialties offer the best value for money?
* Are there any free or low-cost activities we shouldn’t miss?
* Which places do you think are overrated or can be skipped when you’re short on time and money?
* What practical tips would you have wished you knew before your first trip to Albania?
We’d also love any 10-day itineraries that you particularly enjoyed, along with your budget estimates for accommodation, meals, and transportation.
We’re open to off-the-beaten-path spots and local tips. If you have any secret addresses, hidden beaches, favorite accommodations, or mistakes to avoid, we’d love to hear about them! 😊
I traveled through southern Peru in November 2024 and now I’d like to explore the north.
We’re a group of 5 people for a 15-day trip.
Iquitos or Nauta for the Amazon rainforest—I saw that you have to fly there.
Chiclayo
Chachapoyas
Kuelap
Leimebamba
Cajamarca
Trujillo
And if we have time, Huaraz for the Andes cordillera.
No problem taking overnight buses—they save a lot of time.
Or renting a car and figuring it out as we go.
We’d also love to take the train from Lima to Huancayo, but it seems complicated—I don’t understand when it runs.
I’d like to drive to Morocco from Paris via Spain. I was really surprised to see the ferry crossing prices—around 500 €—but especially the crossing time (about 1 hour). Normally, I pay 3000 € to go to Tunisia from Genoa, but that’s for a 24-hour crossing.
My question: is it cheaper to buy the ticket on the spot, as some Moroccans have advised me? Though I’ve also heard the opposite.
What do you think, considering I need to get to Tétouan around July 17th and return from Tangier around August 4th?
Thanks in advance
