Cusco
Getting There/Around

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Getting There

By Air

Jorge Chavez Aeropuerto Internacional de Lima ( +51 ( 1 ) 517-3100; http://www.lap.com.pe/ ) is the only international airport in Peru. Transfer from Lima to the Cusco Airport, an approximately 70 min. flight. There are daily flights via the following airlines:

LanPeru ( +51 01 213 8200 / http://www.lanperu.com )
Tans Peru ( +51 01 213 6000 / http://www.tansperu.com.pe/ )
Taca Peru ( +51 01 511 8222 / http://www.taca.com/index.asp )
Aviandina ( + 51 01 445 8700 / http://www.airfleets.net/flottecie/Aviandina.htm )

By Bus

The overland journey is not recommended as it takes a day and a half. However, the following bus companies offer a Lima-Cusco route:

Transporte Flores
Cruz del Sur
Empresa Huari
Ormeño is the recommended bus service if you want both comfort and security. They offer regular service in both Royal and Econo-Class.

Getting Around

By Taxi

Unlike in Lima, taxis are regulated in Cusco and charge standard rates. They do not have meters. Licensed taxi companies include:

Okarina ( +51 084 247 080 )
Aló Cusco ( +51 084 222 222 )

By Bus

You are not likely to need a bus in the city itself, but if you are interested in traveling to towns in the Sacred Valley such as Pisac, Calca, and Urubamba, taking a bus is your best bet. They depart from small terminals on Calle Huáscar and Calle Intiqhawarina, off Tullumayo.

By Foot
Cusco is best navigated by foot because so many of the sights are in walking distance of the Plaza de Armas. Be warned, however, that walking in this city is demanding due to the high elevation and steep climbs.

By Tranvia
A tranvia is a vehicle designed to look like the traditional mule-pulled streetcars that once populated Cusco; today they transport visitors around the city for a modest sum. You will find most of them on the Plaza de Armas. ( +51 084 962 0732 )

By Train

The most popular means to visit Machu Picchu and the Sacred Valley sights is by train. Reservations should be made at least a day in advance.

PeruRail ( +51 084 238 722 www.perurail.com )

By Car

Renting a car in the Cusco region is a more practical idea than in most parts of Peru.

Avis ( +51 084 248 800 )
Localiza ( +51 084 233 131 )

By Motorcycle

Cuzco Rent a Harley ( +51 084 249 248 www.cuzcorentaharley.com )