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Cusco isn't just a destination — it's where every great adventure in Peru begins. Once the capital of the Inca Empire, this high-altitude city blends ancient stone streets, living Andean culture, and breathtaking mountain landscapes like nowhere else on Earth. Whether you're here to hike the legendary trails to Machu Picchu, explore hidden valleys and rainbow-colored peaks, or simply soak in the history of one of South America's oldest cities, this blog is your trail companion.

Cusco Tourist Ticket - Boleto turistico del cusco

You land in Cusco, drop your bags at the hotel, and somebody at the front desk asks whether you already have your tourist ticket. It is a fair…

cusco weather and climate

The weather in Cusco runs on two seasons, not four. Days sit near 68°F all year, nights fall close to freezing from June through August, and the…

The 1,000 Last-Minute Machu Picchu

Peru’s Ministry of Culture, through the Decentralized Directorate of Culture of Cusco, releases up to 1,000 entrance tickets to the llaqta of…

Cusco's Plaza de Armas from the air

Cusco’s Plaza de Armas is much more than the iconic square you see in photographs of the city. Here, you can experience how Cusco’s Inca past,…

Cusco Peru historic center and Plaza de Armas surrounded by the Andes

When people come to Cusco, they are usually coming for one thing Machu Picchu. No doubt about it. But talk to travelers leaving Cusco and some of…

View of the Cordillera Blanca on the Santa Cruz trek.

The Santa Cruz Trek is a multi day hike through the Cordillera Blanca in Huaraz, Peru. The route covers approximately 47 km (29 miles), reaches an…

inca trail porter law

When you ask people who have trekked through the mountains of Machu Picchu, they’ll tell you it’s not the ruins that surprised them; it’s the…

 Tourist enjoying lunch facing Huascarán.

Are you looking for the best restaurants in Huaraz, Peru? We have gathered options to suit various tastes and budgets, ranging from traditional…

Map of Peru showing the country's exotic fruits by region.

Peru is one of South America's most interesting destinations for discovering lesser known fruits. From the Amazon's aguaje and camu camu to the…

Tara tree in the Andes

The tara is a tree native to the Peruvian Andes, recognized for its economic, environmental, and industrial importance. Its pods contain tannins…

Ripe fruit of the black elderberry

Andean elder tree is much more than a native tree of Peru. Its flowers, berries, and wood have supported andean communities for generations and…

Molle, a native plant of Cusco

The molle is much more than a tree that grows in the andes. For centuries, it has provided food, medicine, shade, and even the ingredients for a…