Take a taxi up to Tambo Machay and then walk down back to Cuzco through all the ruins to end up by the big statue.

You don't need a guide - it'll take you all day - and there's food stalls on the way. We sheltered from the midday sun in one and drank beer and watched football.

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Do you remember seeing a green finger-like mountain in the background of most Machu Picchu pictures? The mountain is Huayna Picchu (also called Wayna Picchu) and there are stairs going right to the top of it. If you want an alternative view of the famous Inca site, climbing up is a must.

The climb takes about an hour but the view will stay in your mind for the rest of your life. The Incas built their cities in the shapes of different animals. Look down at the condor shape of Machu Picchu, and don't forget to bring a packed lunch and some water.

Nearest station Aguas Calientes. Stay overnight in Aguas Calientes to allow more time than on an average day-trip from Cuzco.

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A long, narrow, cobble-stoned alleyway with everything from small commercial galleries, to little old men selling their own paintings. Original oil paintings are very cheap, and make a nice, unique and authentic souvenir that'll hang on your wall forever.

Beware - some of the shops lower down sell low quality fakes. These are usually the places that sell other souvenirs too.

To the right of the cathedral, up the hill.

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