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Many people travel to Cusco every year to finally take Machu Picchu walking tours. These include major sites like Temple of the Condor or Intihuatana. Continue Reading

Machu Picchu is one of the favorite destinations for travelers worldwide. Once in the Inca Citadel, many hikers typically want to climb one of the additional trekking peaks. The Huayna Picchu Mountain hike is the most requested attraction by tourists. Unfortunately, it is the... Continue Reading

Which Machu Picchu Hike is the best? Among the many fantastic hiking experiences we have in Peru and thus leading to Machu Picchu, some tend to stand out. Therefore, we have compiled a list of what we believe are the Top 3 Hikes to Machu Picchu.  Machu Picchu... Continue Reading

Ollantaytambo is located approximately 55 miles (90 km) northwest of Cusco. The approximate driving time is 2 hours. The main reason to go to the town of Ollantaytambo is to go to the train station, board the train, head to Aguas Calientes, and hike to Machu... Continue Reading

So which is better, The Salkantay Trek vs. The Inca Trail?The Inca trail is, without a doubt, a gorgeous route leading to the Machu Picchu complex. The classic four-day trail is iconic of local culture, and rightly so. The Inca Trail is the most traversed and famous of all the... Continue Reading

There are several ways to get to Machu Picchu, including a wide assortment of multiday and single-day hikes. If you plan on taking one of the multiday versions, several vital elements will help with training for Machu Picchu.  The most common routes or hikes to... Continue Reading

Trekking the Inca Trail will be one of the most amazing experiences any hiker can have. The beauty of the trail can only be overshadowed by the historical relevance of its cobblestone paths leading to the Machu Picchu hike. Booking one of the most popular treks in the world... Continue Reading

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... Continue Reading

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. At... Continue Reading

Planning a quick trip to Machu Picchu? Below we’re going to go through the steps on how to take a Machu Picchu day trip from Cusco. Continue Reading