[Cusco → Machu Picchu Village] Instead of taking the train, walk along the "Stand by Me Road."

Machu Picchu Village (Aguas Calientes) is the gateway to Machu Picchu, a World Heritage Site in Peru. Many people take the train from Cusco, but the "Hydroelectric Plant Route" is popular among backpackers looking to save money. This route involves traveling from Cusco in a shared van to the hydroelectric plant (Hidroelectrica), and then walking along the railroad tracks to Machu Picchu Village. This road along the railroad tracks is called "Stand by Me Road" because it is reminiscent of the movie "Stand by Me." ⸻ 📍Route information (as of February 2024) ・Cusco → Hydroelectric power plant: Approximately 7 hours by shared van / 65 soles (approximately 2,600 yen) ・Hydroelectric power plant → Machupicchu village: Approximately 2.5 hours by foot along the railway tracks *Departure early in the morning / There are unpaved and shaky mountain roads along the way ⸻ 🌟Points ・A route for backpackers that can significantly reduce costs ・The road along the railway tracks has a beautiful view and gives you a sense of adventure, but you need physical strength ・Waterproof equipment and sneakers are recommended as the road is slippery in the rainy season ・When walking, proceed carefully while watching out for trains ・The sense of accomplishment when you arrive at Machupicchu village is exceptional ⸻ #MachupicchuVillage #StandbyMeRoad #CuscoTrip #Peru'sBeautifulView #BackpackerRoad #AroundTheWorld