The UK Foreign Office (FCDO) has issued a warning over demonstrations and blockades near Peru’s most famous tourist attraction, Machu Picchu.
The FCDO said: “Due to ongoing demonstrations and road blockades near Machu Picchu, rail services to and from Machu Picchu (Aguas Calientes) have been disrupted until further notice.
“Rail and road traffic on routes leading to Machu Picchu may be further disrupted without prior notice. If you are stranded in Machu Picchu Pueblo (Aguas Calientes), IPERÚ can provide support in person at Av. Pachacuteq Cdra. 1, or by phone at +51 980 328 761.”
Political protests have regularly caused disruption over the past few years for tourists in Peru, including at Machu Picchu, where train services have been suspended on a number of occasions.
In December 2022, hundreds of tourists were stranded at Machu Picchu during protests that caused disruption to rail services and airports, including the train service to the ancient city.
