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How Many People Visited Machu Picchu in 2021?
Numbers don't lie (unless someone fiddles with the raw data!) According to the Peruvian Ministry of Culture, in the year 2021, about 447,500 people flew to the Andes Mountains and jumped through all the logistical hoops of fire required to get to Machu Picchu, the capital of the ancient kingdom of the Inca. Compared to
Peru Plans First Ever Direct Road to Machu Picchu
The Peru Ministry of Transport and Communications is actively building a 22 mile road from the village of Santa Maria to Hidroelectric station in the high jungle region right behind Machu Picchu. Hallelujah! A real paved road! That's the good news. The not so good news, is that the road is not actually going all the wa
What is the Cost of a Trip to Machu Picchu?
If you're contemplating a once in a lifetime trip to Machu Picchu, here's a breakdown of the real cost, including flights, hotels, guided tours, ground transportation and meals. The cost of a trip to Machu Picchu is based on minimum of 2 people sharing a hotel who self-book everything. Followed by a detailed descriptio
Is It Necessary For Everyone To Hike To Machu Picchu Ruins?
Are you confused about the hiking situation at the ancient city of Machu Picchu? Does everyone have to "hike" to enjoy the Inca citadel? I'm going to describe the various elements of traditional tours on the circuits inside the city and the hikes to Machu Picchu, as well as the terrain you can expect to encounter on yo
How to Train for Machu Picchu Treks
As a leading provider of Machu Picchu small group tours and treks, the staff at Adios Adventure Travel understand that while having the proper clothing, equipment and hiking accessories is important for hiking the Inca Trail, the most beneficial thing hikers can do is to make sure each member of your group is in adequa
English Translation For Terms and Conditions For Buying Machu Picchu Tickets
In case you don't speak Spanish, or you just can't find that little box with the link to see the official Terms & Conditions for buying Machu Picchu entry tickets, here it is translated into English. Everyone who buys an entry ticket to Machu Picchu on the Joinnus website has to agree to the terms before the transactio
Plastic Water Bottles Banned in Machu Picchu
The ban on plastic should be making it's way to the land of the Inca. But it's not being enforced.
How to Handle Money while Traveling in Peru
Should travelers to Peru carry cash, or use credit cards and ATMs? All options are available for accessing cash, and paying with credit cards or money while traveling, but which one is best? It's as safe to carry cash in Peru as it is to carry cash anywhere. We provide detailed guidelines to help you prepare to travel
Should You Set Up a 1 Day Trip to Machu Picchu?
The latest trend is for travelers to organize their own trips from Cusco to Machu Picchu and back in one day. But this was not always the case. And there's a good reason. I'm getting emails from people who are struggling with the tight transitions between trains, buses and entry times. Starting in 2024 the Machu Picchu
Qosqo Tales
Our local guides are Andean natives with a passion for bringing their Qechua culture to life. Here are three Andean legends they translated so you can connect with their roots before experiencing the culture for yourself.
Children of the Sun
The Story of the Origin of the People of the Andes
Valicha: A Tale of My Mother's Famed Chicha Brewery in the Andes Mountains
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