Surrounded by the dramatic Andean peaks, Valle Sagrado has exceptional historical, cultural, and natural significance. You will be spellbound by its lush green fields and the Urubamba River snaking through it. Don’t know how to visit this piece of heaven? This detailed guide will help you plan complete Peru private tours so you can start […]
Purchasing high-quality green jongkong kratom powder can be a game changer for you. Since there are so many variants on the market, it is even more important to know what distinguishes high-grade kratom from the rest. From the smell to its texture, quality powder has certain characteristics that tell you it is worth spending. To
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Machu Picchu, the ancient Incan citadel nestled high in the Andes mountains of Peru, is a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. If you are planning a visit to this archaeological wonder, it makes sense for you to be prepared ahead of time. From ensuring that you
While there are plenty of things to do in Cusco, there is SO much more awaiting you beyond the city limits! Here are 10 breathtaking day trips from Cusco, Peru. Transportation: To visit Cusco, Peru and the places listed below, you will need to hitch a ride. You have two options: Private taxis (the most
If you love to eat, you’ll love Peru. Get to know the place by exploring the many awesome Cusco restaurants! For the best bang for your buck, visit restaurants during lunchtime. In Cusco, it’s typical for restaurants to have a “set menu” for lunch. This almost always consists of a hot drink, soup, the main
If you’re looking for things to do in Cusco, you’re in the right place! The first thing to realize is that Cusco is both a city and a wider region. So I’ll begin by listing things within the city of Cusco, and then I’ll broaden out to the greater region of Cusco. Let’s go! #1 Soak in the
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Mm, gastric distress! Isn’t this a fun topic to talk about? If you’re worried about food poisoning in Cusco, I’ve got ya covered! Almost everyone I know who’s been to Peru experienced tummy troubles in Cusco. Yep, it’s almost unavoidable, but I did manage to dodge food-borne illness because I was crazy careful about what I ate.
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“The weather of the Andes is like the women of the Andes: changeable and unpredictable.” – A popular Cusco saying When I first landed in Cusco, I was decked out in two layers of shirts and pants, a jacket, a scarf, knee-high boots and wool socks—because a city high up in the Peruvian Andes
An old man was asking me something in Spanish as I sat, hunched over and groaning, on the side of the main square where the colectivo (shared van) had dropped me off. I had just finished a nearly two-hour ride through curvy roads and high mountains to get to Ollantaytambo, a city in the Sacred
After spending four months planning my trip and forking out more than US$3,000 on flights and lodging, the time had come to begin my first solo international trip and my first trip to South America. With my 30-pound backpack and a whole lot of optimism in tow, I boarded the first of three flights to get to Cusco.
