While the majority of visitors have their sights set on Machu Picchu, there are so many more incredible things to do in Peru. You can get your fill of Incan ruins in the Sacred Valley, but don’t miss a chance to see remnants of cultures that pre-date them in...
Ollantaytambo is home to some of the most significant Incan ruins in the Sacred Valley, and it’s also a great place to catch the train to Machu Picchu. We knew we wanted to visit the ruins here, and found the perfect private tour from Cusco to Ollantaytambo....
Cusco is the main hub for visitors on their way to and from Machu Picchu, with flights to its small airport bringing in a steady flow of tourists from around the world. Though Machu Picchu is definitely the main attraction around, I would highly encourage you to spend...
Lima is the gateway to Peru for most visitors flying from overseas, and many of them overlook it it as they continue on to places like Machu Picchu. However, it’s well worth spending a few days in the area to explore the capital. While you’re there, if you...
In order to combat the effects of overtourism, new rules for Machu Picchu were introduced in the summer of 2017 restricting visitors. Machu Picchu announced more new rules in January 2019 further limiting visitors. Most of the guides I found when planning my trip to...
When booking a train to Machu Picchu, you can choose from Inca Rail or Peru Rail. Each offers service to Aguas Calientes – the town just outside the ruins – with stops in Ollantaytambo and Cusco. On our trip, we rode Inca Rail from Ollantaytambo to Aguas...
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Kris is a girl whose suitcase never rests. Follow her adventures around the United States, abroad, and to her beloved Disney parks. Traveling the world, camera in hand, and sharing all of her best adventures is her ultimate dream. 
