Machu Picchu Iguazu Falls Tours Are The Best Way To See These Wonders

By Linda Ruiz


The natural beauty of South America along with its numerous archaeological mysteries are the main reasons people choose to go on trips to the region. Peru and Argentina are two of the most popular tourist destinations because they have some of the most awe inspiring sites in the world. Now it is easy to find Machu Picchu Iguazu Falls tours to take in the best in one easy trip.

The Inca people are one of the best known of the ancient South American cultures because they built many impressive palaces, temples and cities. A trip to Machu Picchu includes the highlights of these endeavors. The trip will start off from the ancient city of Cusco. This is worth a visit to Peru in itself. The modern and traditional mix in a charming way to offer indigenous art next to modern gastronomy and world class hotels.

The archaeological site is situated on a remote mountaintop in the humid high jungle. To reach it, tourists have to walk or take a train journey. This journey surely must rank as one of the best train journeys in the world as it passes from glaciers to steaming jungle in a couple of hours. Visitors can stay in the nearest town, Aguas Calientes or do the whole thing in one day.

Aguas Calientes is the town closest to the Machu Picchu. It has a tropical feel as the area is in the high jungle. Tours can either visit for the day or stay in the town and enjoy the hummingbirds, orchids and the hot springs.

From Peru it is possible to travel overland or by air to Argentina to see Iguazu Falls, a truly breathtaking place. The falls are situated on the border with Brazil in an area of amazing natural beauty. There are nearly three hundred waterfalls of various sizes which make up Iguazu. They can be viewed from walkways and viewing platforms and also by boat.

Iguazu Falls is a short plane ride or you can take a bus from the capital. It is the most impressive collection of waterfalls the world has to offer with almost three hundred in one area. The site has lots of walkways and trails in the jungle so that you can see the falls and the surrounding wildlife at your leisure. To get a majestic, panoramic view of the falls it is possible to cross the border into Brazil and visit the park on their side of the river. It takes a day trip from Iguazu but is well worth it.

Travelling in South America is quite different from a trip in Europe or the United States as the infrastructure and bureaucracy can be challenging. Taking an organised tour is the most convenient way to enjoy everything. A tour agency can provide the correct information, paperwork and of course a knowledgeable local guide. Despite the large numbers of foreign visitors most people do not speak English so a Spanish speaking guide can make a huge difference to the experience.

Local guides can really make a trip. Their knowledge and connections mean that their passengers get the best experiences. Tours always include a guide to help travelers see what interests them and sort out those niggling problems that can crop up.




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