Destination

Cloaked in mist and mystery, Machu Picchu is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the fabled New Seven Wonders of the World. Conceived in the 15th century as a royal Inca retreat and hidden for centuries above the Sacred Valley, the citadel remained a secret to the outside world until its dramatic rediscovery in 1911. Today it stands as a place of profound spiritual resonance, a sanctuary for those who love hiking, history and awe-inspiring natural beauty.

With Belmond, Machu Picchu has never been closer. Many travelers make the long pilgrimage on foot or spend the night in the town of Aguas Calientes before boarding a bus to the summit. For a rarefied few, there is another way. Sanctuary Lodge, the only hotel poised directly at the citadel’s entrance, offers unrivaled proximity. As dawn’s first light rises across ancient terraces, our guests are the first to cross the gates and experience the hush of Machu Picchu in near solitude.

Whether you long to follow the storied Inca Trail or embark on a private guided exploration, we curate every detail for an encounter that is both timeless and unforgettable.