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Adventure Sports You Should Practice When in Cusco
September 19, 2019

Cusco is the perfect place to visit if you are an adrenaline junky. From hiking the skinny route up to Huayna Picchu to bungee jumping from the highest spot in …


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6 Things That Will Surprise You in Cusco
September 18, 2019

Cusco is a magical place that is full of ancient history, natural wonders, and some intriguing customs and traditions. You may have some expectations before you arrive, but there will …


Cuisine  / Cusco  / Festivities  / Gastronomy  / Sacsayhuaman  / Travel
Celebrations You Shouldn’t Miss During the Rest of the Year
September 13, 2019

If you are thinking about traveling to Cusco in the next few months, you can’t miss the cultural activities that are still to be celebrated up until the end of …


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Advice to Help You Enjoy Your Time in Cusco
September 12, 2019

Visiting a new city can always be daunting, especially if their culture is very different to your own. You need to find your way around and communicate as well as …


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Peruvian Plates You Must Try: Celebrate Peruvian Gastronomy Day
September 8, 2019

With Peruvian food gaining quite the reputation worldwide, trying as many of the delicious options as possible should be a big part of your trip. From fresh coastal delights and …


Cusco  / Gastronomy  / Peru  / souvenirs  / Travel  / Trek
The Best Cusco Souvenirs to Take Home
September 6, 2019

We all love to take something home from our trips abroad to remember our adventure by, and to show off to friends and family. However, sometimes it can be difficult …


Cusco  / Environment  / Travel  / Trek
Mother’s Hands that Save the World
September 4, 2019

Save and care for the "Pachamama". A Quechua word that means "Mother Earth" or in more common terms, the planet Earth. It's a job that is in everyone's hands, for …


Cusco  / Environment  / Inca Trail  / Machu Picchu  / Travel  / Trek
Things You Need for Traveling to Peru + What to Wear
August 30, 2019

Just like any place you’re thinking about visiting, there are a few things that you need to have ready for Peru. And, there are other things that those from here …


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Gastronomy in Cusco: 7 Famous Foods you Must Try
August 29, 2019

Peru is quickly growing as one of the best gastronomies in the world. It’s been winning awards for a few years now, and it’s no wonder why. From coastal fishy …


Cusco  / Dance  / Festivities  / Quechua  / Travel  / Trek
Folklore Day: The Tradition that Stays Alive in the Dances in Cusco
August 22, 2019

Folklore is a mix of cultural expressions that is different and belongs to each village, city, or country. In Cusco’s case, dance is one of the traditions that boasts the …


Cusco  / Inca Trail  / Machu Picchu  / Mountains  / Peru  / Trek
The Best Things to Do in Cusco in 2 Days?
July 16, 2019

Take advantage of the 2-day Inca Trail and visit Machu Picchu It was now or never. In my company, the work never seems to end. I needed the money and had …


Astronomy  / Cusco  / photographers
Cusco, a city constructed in alignment with the sun and the stars
July 8, 2019

The ancient Peruvians had a supreme connection to nature. Unlike Western culture, human beings were not regarded as superior to the rest of living beings; but they were an equal …


Cusco  / Festivities  / Quechua
The colorful outfits of Cusco during the traditional dance competition between schools
June 14, 2019

If you've planned your visit to Cusco during this time, you should feel lucky. The city is like one big party during the 31 days of this month. Prepare yourself …


Cusco  / Festivities  / Inti Raymi  / Sacsayhuaman
Zero plastic: Cusco celebrates its holidays banning the use of plastic during Inti Raymi
June 11, 2019

Cusco blooms in June more than ever. During this month, people not only enjoy Cusco’s day itself, but celebrate as well other important events: The Inti Raymi, The Civic Parade, …


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The top 3 hiking routes to get to Machu Picchu
May 29, 2019

Many tourists dream about visiting Machu Picchu as part of an intense pilgrimage. A few years ago, most of these travelers would choose the Inca Trail, which has become a …


Cusco  / Huchuy Qosqo  / Travel  / Trek
Huchuy Qosqo: See the Sacred Valley of the Incas through a condor’s eyes
May 28, 2019

Certain information about the Incas will always remain unknowable to us. When the Spaniards invaded the Incan Empire, they destroyed important material that could help us to reveal important mysteries …


Cusco  / Music  / Quechua
Discover the poetry of huayno, a popular genre of Andean music, in 5 Spotify songs
May 25, 2019

The power and beauty of Andean music often go unnoticed among more Westernized Peruvians, but it is widely recognized and admired by the majority of the population. While some people …


Awards  / Cusco
Salkantay Trekking wins the award of Peruvian Company of the Year 2018 for its outstanding work in tourism
May 13, 2019

Friday, April 5, in the elegant Hotel los Delfines in Lima, a ceremony was held for the awards of Peruvian Company of the Year 2018 (Premio Empresa Peruana del Año), …


Astronomy  / Cusco
Inca Astronomy: Dark constellations in the sky
April 26, 2019

After having seen so much of the city of Cusco, I feel certain that its biggest treasure is the timeless knowledge inherited by its inhabitants that never ceases to surprise …


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TripAdvisor chooses Cusco as the most popular South American destination: 13 photos that show they’re right
March 29, 2019

There’s no doubt that TripAdvisor is one of the most popular and widely-known travel websites in the world. Its users fill the site with their votes, opinions and reviews about …


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Why was Peru nominated 47 times at World Travel Awards?
March 26, 2019

Between March 25 and May 24, voting will take place to choose the winners of the World Travel Awards that, since 1993, have recognized excellence in different sectors of the …


Cusco  / Environment  / Peru
Could Cusco be the first zero-plastic city in Peru? 3 reasons why we think the answer is “Yes”
March 18, 2019

Really, humanity is confronting the biggest environmental crisis in all of history. We’ve gotten used to using (and immediately throwing away) plastic without a second thought. Specialists mention that up …


Cusco
Salkantay Trekking promotes an anti-rabies and anti-parasite campaign for horses
March 13, 2019

The relationship between horses and human beings has existed for more than 6 millenniums. Since the beginning, horses have helped us carry out tasks more easily and soon became our …


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Comadres in Cusco: A festival to celebrate friendships with women
March 13, 2019

The celebrations of Carnavales continue without ceasing in the city of Cusco. Therefore, week after the Day of Compadres, comes the Day of Comadres where the main protagonists are women. On …


Cusco  / Music  / Travel
MusicBlog: 5 songs to remember your Cusco crush by as your airplane takes off
February 25, 2019

You arrived to Cusco without imagining you’d leave with a bittersweet taste in your mouth. Actually, you don’t know if you’re happy for what you’ve experienced or you’re dying to …


Cusco  / Festivities  / Peru  / photographers  / Quechua
Compadres in Cusco: 5 photos to enjoy the Carnival festivity
February 23, 2019

There’s no doubt. The people of Cusco love being happy. For this reason, they start to celebrate Carnivals 2 weeks before its official beginning. Salkantay Trekking visited the traditional district …


Cusco  / Lares  / Mountains
InstaPost: 8 pictures to discover the magic of the Lares trail
February 19, 2019

The Lares trail has incomparable natural beauty. Along the whole path, you’ll find rivers, lagoons, waterfalls and impressive views of the snowy peaks. Besides all this, you’ll have the opportunity …


Cusco  / Environment  / Lares  / Story
Specialists of Salkantay Trekking have studied the Lares trail in order to improve the route for tourists in 2020
February 18, 2019

At Salkantay Trekking, we feel driven to discover new routes and amplify our range of services for the satisfaction of our travelers. Before being offered to the international market, our …