You're Going to Love Urubamba
Journey into the Sacred Valley city of Urubamba when visiting the Peruvian Andes mountains. Due to its central location, the city is a popular base camp for many visitors coming to explore the nearby salt mines, tropical rainforest, Inca ruins, and famous Machu Picchu citadel.
Top 5 Reasons to Visit Urubamba
1. Chichubamba
A tour of this village demonstrates traditional life in the Andes and facilitates sustainable social and economic development in the region.
2. Moray
These stone depressions are believed to be an agricultural experiment carried out during the Inca Civilization.
3. Machu Picchu
Visit Peru's most iconic citadel nestled atop a mountainous ridge, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983.
4. Hacienda del Chalán
Horseback through the Andes mountains and along the Urubamba River for an unforgettable Peruvian experience.
5. Maras Salt Mines
Take a hike outside of the city to visit the thousands of salt pools nestled in the Sacred Valley of southeastern Peru.
When to Visit Urubamba
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The dry season from May-September is the best time to visit and hike around the Andes mountain range.
How to Get to Urubamba
Plane
The nearest and most popular airport is located in Peru's capital of Cusco, 35 miles south of Urubamba. From there you can connect by train or private taxi to Urubamba.
Train
There is no direct train to Urubamba, however you can take a train from Cusco to nearby Ollantaytambo and then make a transfer by bus. Tickets cost S/2,300.
Car
From Cusco, take route 3S to reach Urubamba in a little over one hour.
Bus
Take a local bus from Cusco bus station to Urubamba for S/3.50.
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How to Get Around Urubamba
Public Transportation
Buses and colectivos (shared taxis) are common within Urubamba and around the Sacred Valley region. A standard fare costs S/10.
Taxi
Due to its location, taxis are often pre-arranged for intercity travel. A trip from Urubamba to Cusco or Machu Picchu will cost S/100.
Car
Daily rental car prices start at S/150 PEN and vehicles can be picked up from the airport or other downtown locations in nearby Cusco.
Where to Eat in Urubamba
Alhambra Hacienda Restaurant serves traditional Peruvian food from thatched gazebos alongside roaming llamas and macaws. A typical meal costs around S/60 for two people.