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Are you looking for an once-in-a-lifetime experience, full of adventure, incredible landscapes, rich history, and personal triumph? Then hiking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu in Peru may be just what the doctor ordered! Let’s take a quick look these awesome Inca Trail Facts and learn why it is an unforgettable experience! Table of Contents Toggle Why is the Inca Trail famous?How long is the Inca Trail? How high does the Inca...Read More

If you’re wondering when the best time to hike the Inca trail is or trek in Peru, you’ve come to the right place! On this page, we give you detailed information about the weather in Peru and how that affects hiking in Cusco or visiting other parts of the country. We also cover the Wet Season in Peru. The rainy season in Peru can have a big impact on the...Read More

If you’ve been doing your research into lost Inca cities or Machu Picchu’s sister city Choquequirao then you might be wondering about the Choquequirao trek difficulty, and the number of days needed for a Choquequirao trek. There is a correlation between these two factors as well – the more time you spend doing the Choquequirao trek, the easier it will be! (In general – you do need to take into...Read More

This is an insider’s tips for the best Machu Picchu pictures, compiled after many visits.  There are many different angles of this fabulous city and this is an excellent photography guide to getting that perfect, different, or enigmatic glimpse of these famous ruins!  Read on for all our tips and tricks on photographing Machu Picchu and how to take the best photos of Machu Picchu on your trip.  Plus, get...Read More

Travel insurance is for sissies, right? Wrong. Travel insurance for Peru is an essential part of any travel plans, no matter how adventurous or laidback.Read More