Boutique Hotel Lizzy Wasi is located in Urubamba, which is a one hour drive from the Cusco airport. We would be more than happy to arrange for a taxi or van to pick you up.

Once in Urubamba, we can arrange for a taxi or van to pick you up and take you to the different sites you plan to see for the day. And for the more adventurous spirited, the local bus station is located ½ mile (800 mts.) from the hotel, where buses and colectivos,(which are shared taxis), can take you to your destination.

Machu Picchu can be reached by using the Inca Rail or Peru Rail trains. There are train stations in Urubamba and nearby Ollantaytambo, which is a 20 minute ride from Boutique Hotel Lizzy Wasi. Train tickets can be bought through www.incarail.com.pe or www.perurail.com . Also, entrance tickets to Machu Picchu park must be bought in advance through the website www.machupicchu.gob.pe

Urubamba is located at 8,860 feet (2,700 meters) above sea level. This altitude is usually harmless for most people. The city of Cusco is slightly higher, at 11,155 feet (3,400 meters) above sea level. People beginning their trip from Cusco city are advised to relax the first day of their trip in order to adjust to the altitude. Having a cup of Coca tea can help you adjust more quickly.

Plan on wearing comfortable slacks or jeans for most of your touring adventures. Since the temperature can vary from 75°F (24°C) during the day, to 40°F (4°C) in the night-time, you will need comfortable long and short-sleeve shirts or blouses, and a sweater and jacket.
You will be doing a lot of walking so we recommend you wear comfortable hiking shoes that have non-slip soles. There is a chance that the grounds might be wet from the rain, so bring two pairs.

- Bug repellent
- Sun block
- Sun glasses
- Chap- stick or other lip moisturizer
- Camera (a tripod will come in handy too)
- A raincoat, if you are coming from November to April (if you don’t have one, they can be bought in Cusco for a minimal price.)

Peru’s currency is the Nuevo Sol. The exchange rate is approximately 3 Soles for each American Dollar. Soles can be exchanged/bought at any local bank, but almost all places except American dollars too. Check the daily exchange rate through the following link: http://www.bn.com.pe/tipo-cambio.asp . If you bring US dollars, please keep in mind that the bills must be in good condition, with no markings or knicks of any kind, as they won’t be accepted otherwise by any bank or shop.