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Peruvian Hairless dogs

The Peruvian Hairless Dog

The Peruvian hairless dog is also known as the Peruvian Inca Orchid, is a breed of sighthound that was developed in Peru. Seeing this breed is usually on most traveler’s bucket list along with the Machu Picchu hike.  The Peruvian hairless dog is commonly referred to as a very elegant sighthound that is swift, intelligent, […]

The Llama in Peru

What Is The Difference Between Llamas and Alpacas?

So What’s the difference between Llamas and Alpacas? This difference will be the roundness of their face, their size and weight, the type of coat they offer, the shape of their peculiar ears and lastly would be their temperament. The country of Peru is usually associated with a few things. These include the Machu Picchu […]

Machu Picchu View

Machu Picchu Travel Guide 2022

2022 Update: There is a lot of information out there on Peru however there are very few up to date like a Machu Picchu Travel guide for 2022.  Where Can You Find Machu Picchu? Before heading to Machu Picchu you will have to reach the small town at the foot of the mountain. This town […]

The Religion of the Incas

The Religion of The Incas

The Religion of the Incas was focused on celebrating nature and centered around the environment, the sun, the moon, and the earth, among other things. They also believed in a type of class system at the same time. For example, the Machu Picchu hike and the Inca citadel were only meant for the Incas of […]

Machu Picchu tickets

Machu Picchu Tickets

Acquiring your Machu Picchu tickets is much easier than most people tend to think. The “tickets” are more like permits to access and to hike Machu Picchu.  The permits don’t provide the actual Machu Picchu tour, for that you’ll either have to hire a guide on your own or have one assigned to you.  Machu […]

Peruvian Chullo

How to Dress Like a Local in Cusco

For some travelers learning how to dress like a local in Cusco is usually taken quite seriously. When in Peru and planning to visit Machu Picchu, everyone should enjoy Peruvian culture. This includes delicious Peruvian dishes, the local Peruvian culture, and even our traditional clothing. Some will even try to emulate all local wear when […]

The Ausangate Trek

The Ausangate Trek

Today, we will review one of the more obscure hikes in the Peruvian highlands. The Ausangate Trek is a full-filled, off-the-beaten-path hike that can be extended with the hike to Machu Picchu towards the end.  The Ausangate Trek is less popular than the Inca Trail or the Salkantay trek to Machu Picchu.  This day or multi-day hike is quite […]

Machu Picchu Pueblo to Machu Picchu

Transportation to Machu Picchu

Transportation to Machu Picchu from the town of Aguas Calientes is usually a point of conversation with a few travelers.  There are basically two very different ways to reach Machu Picchu in this particular situation.  Ok, so you are in Aguas Calientes and want to get to Machu Picchu. What are your options? Well, if […]