Are Tour Guides Required to Enter Machu Picchu?
Why do I keep seeing articles being published stating that tour guides are required to enter Machu Picchu? My guess is, Clicks baby! Tour guides are not required to enter Machu Picchu at this time. However. the official rules…
Why Is Lima, Peru Airport Closing for 12 Hours on June 1, 2025?
Beginning Sunday June 1, 2025 Jorge Chávez International Airport will commence operations at their new terminal. In order to transfer operators to the new airport terminal, all services at Lima airport will be halted for 12 hours…
Do Native Peruvians Wear Costumes for the Tourists?
One of the first things that travelers to the high altitude city of Cusco, Peru may notice, is the colorful clothing worn by many citizens of the Andes. The first stop on the way to Machu Picchu, is the city of Cusco, which offers…
Move Over Machu Picchu & Make Room for Choquequirao
If you knew the existence of Machu Picchu was about to be announced to the world, what would you tell people? The well-known explorer Hiram Bingham, who is responsible for the Machu Picchu shout out, had no idea how the impact…
How Machu Picchu Capacity in 2025 Will Affect Ticket Availability
Something strange is happening with Machu Picchu ticket availability in 2025. I think I figured out what is happening. I just don't know why. I've discussed it with my peeps in Peru and they agree that I may be on to something.…
When Machu Picchu Entry Tickets Are Sold Out
Tickets to Machu Picchu can sell out from time to time. But something happened in 2025 that has affected Machu Picchu ticket availability on a scale we have never seen before. The change cannot be attributed only to an increase…
All Inca Trail Hikes to Machu Picchu Closed March 1-15, 2025
On March 31, the Peruvian Ministry of Culture announced that Inca Trail hikes will reopen on April 1, 2025. But this is not for all hikes. This announcement only applies to the Inca Trail. And yes, although the trails are officially…
Free Consult For Your Trip to Machu Picchu
I'm offering a 20 minute complimentary consult by phone (In English!).to anyone who needs a little hand holding to set up their trip to Peru. After 17 years of visiting Machu Picchu more times than I can count, setting up a trip…
Changes to Circuit 1 Routes at Machu Picchu in 2025
It wouldn't be a new year at Machu Picchu unless there were unannounced changes to circuits, rules and other significant info which could affect your visit. Without any advance notice, the authorities of Machu Picchu have unvelied…
Space Available in 2025 for Small Group Adventures to South America
Join our small group classic trips to get up close to the most iconic and beloved destinations in Peru, Ecuador and Chile. Book your favorite adventure in 2025 now. Discover Machu Picchu, explore Galapagos Islands or traverse…
