Planning a vacation always takes a lot of thinking, and one factor you can’t ignore is the weather. A country’s climate usually affects your travels and you want it to …
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You’ve decided to plan your trip to the incredibly versatile and cultural country of Peru. You know where you want to go and the sites you want to see. Now, …
Peru is one of the most popular destinations in the world right now. It has so much to offer visitors with mountains, jungle, and a coastline that stretches hundreds of …
Cusco is a tourist destination that offers a great variety of options to the traveler. Its greatest attraction is Machu Picchu, however, there are many places to see and enjoy. …
Visiting Machu Picchu is on just about everybody’s to-do list when they come to Cusco. It’s no surprise with it being one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. …
If you’ve seen any of the rainbow mountains of Peru in photos (Pallay Punchu or Ausangate Rainbow Mountain), you’ll know that they look spectacular and look like nowhere else on …
Nothing puts a dampener on your vacations like a big bout of altitude sickness in Cusco and Peru. You’ve arrived at your destination and are excited to get exploring, but …
One of the hottest spots to visit in Peru at the moment is Humantay Lake. It’s a photographer’s dream and an idyllic location for anyone to relax and unwind and …
You are thinking of using Drones in Peru?, Drones have become increasingly popular in recent years and provide an excellent opportunity to take some awesome photos and unique video footage …
A few years ago, no one had heard about any rainbow mountain in Peru. Vinicunca was the first to become popular with tourists flocking to see the stunning colors that …
Peru is a hot spot for vacationers worldwide, and one of its biggest draws is the city of Cusco. Once the capital of the Inca Empire, there are plenty of …
Salkantay Trekking has been aiming for this prestigious status for many years, and we are very pleased to announce that we have been announced the winners of World Travel Awards …
One of the most popular activities for anyone visiting Peru, and especially Cusco, is a trek to Machu Picchu. You get to meet new friends along the way, have a …
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Inca Trail Rules and Regulations
July 30, 2020
The Inca Trail is one of the most famous walks in the world that will take you to see the citadel of Machu Picchu. Being able to live this adventure …
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The Spiritual Importance of the Condor, Puma, and Snake in Peru
July 30, 2020
Peru is an incredibly spiritual country and always has been. If you spend any time in the country of Peru, you’ll soon get to know that the condor, puma, and …
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Planning a Hiking Trip to Peru
July 27, 2020
There’s no doubt about it; Peru is one of the best places in the world to go for hikers. The huge variety of landscaped and unique places in the world is enough …
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Getting to Machu Picchu: Inca Trail or Lares Trek
July 20, 2020
For many travelers, it’s a dream to walk to the great Inca citadel of Machu Picchu. Although there is only one destination, there are several options that you can choose …
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Conserving Incan Foods and Agriculture
June 12, 2020
On your trip to Peru, you will surely learn a lot about Incan history and many ways of life back then. You’ll also find out that many of the foods …
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9 Fun Things to Do in Cusco
April 23, 2020
Going on vacation is a time for relaxation, escaping from reality, and most of all, having a whole lot of fun! When you visit a new place, there are often a lot …
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The Best Weekend Getaways From Cusco
April 18, 2020
Staying in Cusco for more than a week or two? If you are, and you've visited all the places in town, you might be looking for some new sights and towns to …
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7 Things to Do in La Convencion: Cusco’s Closest Jungle City
April 16, 2020
When you think of Cusco, you think about the Incas, all the archaeological sites, and Peruvian cuisine. It conjures up images of mountains and a fairly cool temperature. What many …
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Treks in Cusco: The Best Routes To Do in Peru
April 9, 2020
Fans of hiking and trekking will have an amazing time when in Cusco as there are so many options available. Many of the treks in Cusco, Peru lead to Machu …
Espinar is a small place in Peru that you can explore in a day or two. It’s often a stop-off between traveling from Cusco to Puno or Arequipa. Still, there …
Peru is full of incredible natural wonders, and one of the most visited by travelers is Rainbow Mountain or Vinicunca as it’s known by the locals. It’s one of the …
It’ll be no surprise to anyone that the most popular reason people visit our wonderful country of Peru is to see the Wonder of the World that is Machu Picchu. …
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Reasons Why I Stayed in Cusco for Good
March 27, 2020
I haven’t always lived in Cusco. I’m from England. But I have lived here for 8 years now and don’t plan on going anywhere else in the near future. I’m …
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11 Things You Need to Know About Peruvian Wine
March 26, 2020
I am a big lover of wine, and so when I moved to Peru almost 9 years ago, I was very pleased to find that there is a reasonable selection …
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Vilcabamba: Peru’s Last Inca City Revealed
March 25, 2020
Hidden amongst the Amazon Jungle in Cusco lies the ancient Inca city of Vilcabamba. Visited by very few people and a long way from the city, not many visitors get …
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