Visiting hot springs near Cusco is a popular activity among travelers that come to Peru. Relaxing at the thermal springs tends to be widespread towards the end of an itinerary and is particularly welcome among travelers who recently took a multiday hike to Machu Picchu. The idea of relaxing on the soothing warm waters of an […]
Peru travel in December can be exciting. Travelers would visit the country during the coastal springtime, going into the summer, and traveling to Cusco and Machu Picchu right before the heavy rains hit the highlands. December is also a low-travel month in Peru, so if you intend to avoid long lines and multitudes of crowds, […]
The fastest way to get to Machu Picchu is undoubtedly by taking the train from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes, to then take the bus to the Machu Picchu entrance. There are several different routes you can take before finally arriving for your hike to Machu Picchu. The one-day express tour will give you an itinerary […]
There are many great hiking routes to Machu Picchu. However, a handful can be considered extraordinary due to a beautiful backdrop, including mountains, glaciers, native flora, and fauna, with Incan ruins along the way. Travelers may have different ideas on an excellent route to Machu Picchu, so we have an ample selection to choose from. […]
Peru encompasses several unique destinations with many fun activities. As a result, finding fun things to do in Peru is not very difficult. Most travelers have quite the opposite issue, finding enough time to head to as many destinations and participate in as many activities as possible. Below I’ve made a list of the top […]
One of the most requested and mysterious destinations in the Amazon rainforest and travelers want to know if they should visit Iquitos or Puerto Maldonado, which one is best? Most travelers are eager to visit one of the most biodiverse places on earth and will need to know what to expect before arrival. The Amazon […]
Your packing list for Machu Picchu will depend mainly on the method you used to get there. There are several routes we take to reach Machu Picchu, like treks which have specific packing requirements, or train ride which has their specification about what you should pack for the trip. There are also questions about what […]
The Amazon rainforest is one of the most exotic destinations on the planet. The natural landscapes and unique biodiversity make it a desirable destination for travelers. A very frequent question we get from several travelers is, “what to wear in the Amazon Rainforest?”. While it can generally be confusing to figure out what to wear […]
The Inti Raymi celebration, otherwise known as the Festival of the Sun, was a religious ceremony of the Inca Empire. Inti Raymi was held in honor of the god Inti, one of the most revered deities in the Inca religion. Inti also happens to be the god of the sun. Many travelers like the idea […]
Going to Cusco? Getting Machu Picchu Reservations? Touring the Sacred Valley? There are many places to go and sights to see while in Peru. One of the most picturesque destinations is the Rainbow Mountain Peru, otherwise known as Vinicunca or the colored mountains in Peru. You’re flipping through your phone, and bam! A splash of […]