Articles, tagged with "machu picchu", page 6

Ten Things To Expect On The Inca Trail

If you want to experience a Peru vacation, you may be thinking of visiting the famous UNESCO World Heritage site of Machu Picchu. The most popular and famous way to get to Machu Picchu is on the Inca Trail, over 30 kilometres of winding paved path that is... Read >
Author: jonclarke

Visit the Sacred Valley

The Incas believed the Urubamba River—the 450 mile-long river that rushes through the Sacred Valley—was the Milky Ways’ earthbound twin. As a civilization that placed great emphasis on the starry heavens above, this belief shows how important the river wa... Read >
Author: Latamforless

Sacred Valley: Not to be Missed

Most people have heard of Machu Picchu, the ancient Incan site in Peru, but far less have heard of the Sacred Valley. The Sacred Valley sits below the mountains that house Machu Picchu, between the site and Cusco. The whole area was once inhabited by the... Read >
Author: Latamforless

How To Get to Machu Picchu from Cusco

Catch a ride on the Peruvian railroad during your Cusco and Machu Picchu vacation. Although many visitors see the sites and the city as part of a tour—which is recommended—with a bit of legwork, it is possible to travel solo. Many local buses and combis (... Read >
Author: Latamforless

A Luxury Machu Picchu Hotel

A short introduction to one of the finest luxury options for accomodation in Machu Picchu. The Inkaterra Pueblo Hotel is hands down the number one hotel in the Machu Picchu area not only for its quality of services and aesthetics, but also because of th... Read >
Author: HRPub

Pichu Pichu,Machu Picchu or Matchu Pitchu?

It's one of the most popular archaeological sites in the World. If you're traveling to Peru , you're probably visiting. You've seen the photos, but how do you spell it? Machu Picchu - not the only Picchu If you want to get the spelling right, it prob... Read >
Author: jonclarke

How To Prepare For Peru Trekking And The Inca Trail

Peru is one of the best trekking destinations in the world, no question. The variety of treks on offer, complete with stunning scenery and wildlife make it a necessity for anyone with a love for the great outdoors and a spirit for adventure. Here are a... Read >
Author: jonclarke

Machu Picchu for Beginners - Necessary Advice

If you're taking a Peru vacation, you need to see Machu Picchu - that's what everybody will tell you. The thing is, most people's knowledge of Peru only extends to name-dropping the famous Inca ruin. If you want to plan a trip to Machu Picchu, that is not... Read >
Author: jonclarke

Eating Vegetarian In Latin America - Possible or Not?

It's no secret, Latinos love meat. Argentina vacations will present you with doorstop-thick steaks, Peru vacations with roasted cuy (guinea pig). Every country in Latin America seems to bring its plates to the table with a portion of meat included. If you... Read >
Author: jonclarke

Latin America Tours - Will Your Tour Guide Be A Problem?

If you're considering Latin America tours, a pretty important part of the package are the guides you will have. They can make the difference between a wonderful, unique experience and a dull walk-through. Even for sites as famous as Machu Picchu in Peru, ... Read >
Author: jonclarke

Peru Vacations Essentials - Vaccinations

If you're thinking about Peru vacations, you definitely need to get informed about vaccinations. Nothing is mandatory to be able to enter the country, but you should receive certain injections to reduce your risks. Check out the advice below to make su... Read >
Author: Gary Sargent

Machu Picchu Alternative: Choquequirao, Peru

If you arrived at Machu Picchu wishing you arrived 50 years earlier, then Choquequirao might be right for you. If you are a shoestringer with a strict budget but want to get a taste of Andean ruins, then Choquequirao might be right for you. If you hate lu... Read >
Author: Latamforless

Trekking in Parque Huascaran, by Hortense Soulier

Sports addicts who are not afraid of high altitude, and are looking for amazing treks will revel in exploring the sumptuous Parque Nacional Huascaran, a gigantic park covering over 3,400 square kilometers in the high Andes of Peru. This stunning park is a... Read >
Author: Latamforless

Early Arts of Peru, by Hortense Soulier

Peru boasts a particularly rich culture which has been formed over centuries under influences from various civilizations which originated as early as 1,200 BC. The first building culture of Peru, one of the earliest and most influential in the country was... Read >
Author: Latamforless

Wild Camelids of the Andes

Despite the popular association that exists between the camels and the desert, there are camels that have thrived in the Andes of South America for thousands of years. To be exact, these camels are actually llamas, alpacas, guanacos and vicuñas, all of w... Read >
Author: Latamforless

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