Machu Picchu: The Story of the Lost Toy on the Way to the Lost City

Machu Picchu: The Story of the Lost Toy on the Way to the Lost City

Written by:  Heather Corona / Adios Adventure Travel Trip Consultant What is the absolute worst thing that could happen to a young autistic boy on his journey through South America?  And what is the best thing that can happen…

Machu Picchu Trains:  Virtual Tour and Information

Machu Picchu Trains: Virtual Tour and Information

Everyone who goes to Machu Picchu, must take a train at some point.  Even hikers take the train for the return journey to Cusco because the Inca Trail hike is one direction only. And it's not surprising that there's confusion…

Hike Classic 4 Day Inca Trail in Only 3 Days

Hike Classic 4 Day Inca Trail in Only 3 Days

For experienced hikers and people who are really fit, it is possible to hike the entire 4 day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu in 3 day trek. You hike the same distance as people who hike for 4 days. But you do it in 3 days. Total distance…

Amazon Jungle:  Why You need to Travel to the Most Biologically Diverse Place on Earth

Amazon Jungle: Why You need to Travel to the Most Biologically Diverse Place on Earth

"This is not a zoo" our capable Bolivian guide spouted.  "We know where the animals live and we know their seasonal habits, but we can never guarantee sightings."  Then he scooped an 8-foot long anaconda from under the water and…

How to Spot The Hidden Value of Professional Travel Services

How to Spot The Hidden Value of Professional Travel Services

How do you measure value?  Especially when it involves experiences like travel? The obvious worth is what you see on the surface.  This may include tours with small groups, hotels with amenities or enhanced activities. What you…

How to Choose Between the Hike to Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain

How to Choose Between the Hike to Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain

Huayna Picchu and Machu Picchu Mountain are short hikes that begin inside Machu Picchu National Park. In 2021, they added a new baby sister hike called Huchuy Picchu.  We offer a description and comparison of the three hikes below. (Huayna…

More Chinese Travelers will be

More Chinese Travelers will be "Peking" at Machu Picchu

Machu Picchu lays down the welcome mat for Chinese citizens.  Visas are no longer required to enter Peru for Chinese citizens who meet the entry requirements. In addition to a valid passport, Chinese citizens must also possess…

2017 Rate Increase for Entry to Machu Picchu and Inca Trail Hikes

2017 Rate Increase for Entry to Machu Picchu and Inca Trail Hikes

Effective January 1, 2017, the Peruvian Ministry of Culture has increased rates for entry to all ticketed museums, historical sights and archaeological parks in most of Peru.  Including an increase in the cost of permits for Inca…

How to Book Roundtrip Flight from Lima to Cusco for $15 USD

How to Book Roundtrip Flight from Lima to Cusco for $15 USD

If you're planning a trip to Machu Picchu, all international flights arrive in Lima, Peru. Travelers then fly to Cusco. Here's the step-by-step instructions showing how we booked our roundtrip flight on LAN AIRLINES (AKA Latam)…

Go Little. Or Go Home. The Smallest Adventure Travel Company in the World

Go Little. Or Go Home. The Smallest Adventure Travel Company in the World

The email landed in my inbox like a gift box being dropped on my desk. And there in front of my eyes, as beautiful as any hand-made bow I'd ever seen, was the headline for a new review just posted on Trip Advisor. "A Life-Changing…