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Best Time to Avoid Crowds at Machu Picchu
I've traveled to Machu Picchu just about every month of the year over the course of more than 10 years. Not to say that travel trends don't change, but I have a pretty good idea how to avoid the crowds at Machu Picchu. My focus here will be on the season, not the time of day, because no matter what season you travel, a
What is the Age Limit to Hike the Inca Trail?
How old is too old and how young is too young to hike the famous (and strenuous) 4-Day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu? If you look at the overall distance, it doesn't look that bad. The total distance is around 26 miles / 41 kilometers over the course of 4 days. Even beginner hikers can do that right?
How to Give a Trip to Machu Picchu as a Gift
Will Machu Picchu fit under your Christmas Tree? Absolutely! Are you looking for a memorable gift for someone special? Giving the gift of travel is a trend that is becoming more popular, especially during the holidays. Perhaps it's due to the realization that we have accumulated mountains of stuff much of which is not
Changes Affecting Travelers to Galapagos Islands
The following changes in the Galapagos Islands will affect costs for independent travelers and possibly the cost for packaged trips in 2020 and after:
What You Need to Know About Changing Your Inca Trail Permits
Most people who book their Inca Trail permits in advance are set for their hike into Machu Picchu. But. What happens if you need to change your plans? We have had groups with various situations and real-life scenarios affect their ability to stay on track. Whether you discover you want to make changes weeks before, or
6 Tourists Arrested in Machu Picchu January 2020
Six tourists were arrested in Machu Picchu on Sunday January 14, 2020 for allegedly damaging the stonework in the Temple of the Sun and suspicion of defecating.
Say Cheese! For the Cameras at Machu Picchu
Jose Bastante, head of the Machu Picchu archaeological park has confirmed that due to recent damage caused by 6 foreigners in a restricted area, the Peruvian government is planning to install high-tech cameras around the park.
Experience Insider Access on Your Trip to Peru
What do you value most when you travel? Affordability or unique hands-on experiences? I've always known that the trips we arrange in South America are similar if not the same as the trips offered by well-known companies like Road Scholar, G Adventures, REI, and Intrepid. But it wasn't until an agent from Abercrombie an
Alternative Routes Don't Actually Go TO Machu Picchu
This is perhaps one of the most misunderstood concepts about the alternative hikes and treks in Peru. Do these hikes let you walk in to Machu Picchu? No. But they all include a visit of Machu Picchu. It's important to understand the difference.
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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