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Finding the Best Tour to Machu Picchu For You

So you’re visiting Peru and want to see Machu Picchu, but can’t decide what is the best Machu Picchu tour. There are a number of factors to consider when planning a tour to Machu Picchu. Things like transportation, sights you’re interested
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Get to Caral: The Oldest Civilization in the Americas

Stand in the grounds and allow yourself to wonder about how this site, constructed at the same time as the great pyramids of Egypt, helped to shape the course of civilization forever. Discover what makes the people of Caral so wholly
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The Best Northern Peru Itinerary For Travelers

Everybody knows about the famous tours in the southern part of Peru heading from the coast towards Cusco, or even more popular, the treks to Machu Picchu. but what about exploring some of the lesser-known places in Northern Peru that offer
Best Museums in Lima Museo Pedro de Osma Barranco

Best Museums in Lima: Our Top Choices

Lima has an incredibly diverse selection of museums, ranging from pre-Inca textile and ceramics to some of South America’s finest contemporary art. The captivating history of Peru is excently portrayed. Across the city, artifacts dating back as much as 5000 years
Using a Peruvian SIM Card While Traveling

Using a Peruvian SIM Card While Traveling

While you are in Peru, you will probably want to be able to stay in contact with your friends and family. The best way to do this is by investing in a Peruvian SIM card. As it is both cheap and
Cambistas Currency Exchange in Lima

Currency Exchange in Lima: Your Ultimate Guide

As Peru’s largest city and the main point of arrival for international flights, Lima is visited by many people from all over the world on a daily basis. This means that there are loads of places offering currency exchange all over
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Ecuador Hop Begins Service in Ecuador

Thinking about traveling in Ecuador on your trip to South America? Ecuador Hop is a new bus company beginning service soon with the goal of making it easier for travelers to discover some of Ecuador’s hidden gems. Sister companies Peru Hop
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Cusco To Uyuni Made Easy: How To Reach The Salt Flats

The journey from Cusco to Uyuni or Peru to Bolivia is quickly becoming one of the most traveled routes in all of South America and is now a rite of passage for those making the easy transition from Life as a
White Water Rafting Rio Chili Arequipa

Things to do in Arequipa: Our Top Activities in Arequipa

Arequipa is a beautiful city full of activities and attractions for all travelers. Whether you wish to admire the beauty of the surrounding landscape, delve into the rich culture of the region or party until the morning hours, Arequipa has what
Lima Free Walking Tour of Historic Center of Lima

Lima Free Walking Tour: The Best Way to See the City!

  Tours to the historical Center leave at 9:45 A.M. Barranco leave at 10:35 A.M and Miraflores leave at 2:55 P.M. every day. Just visit the Tourist Information Center to sign up! – Avenida Jose Larco 799, Miraflores – Av. Diagonal