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Awanakancha: Alpaca, Art & Andes

You can’t travel to Peru without taking time to see animals native to the Andes. And, unless you plan on heading deep into the countryside, the very best (and easiest place) to see them is at Awanakancha, a small camelid farm
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20 Essential Tips About a Trip to Machu Picchu

Machu Picchu is by far the top tourist attraction in Peru. Every day hundreds of foreign tourists travel to the citadel to experience its magic and incredible beauty. Planning a trip to Machu Picchu can be difficult, but at the Only
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The Cheap Way to Get from Cusco to Ollantaytambo

So you have your train tickets to Machu Picchu booked, you have your entrance tickets arranged, but all you need to do now is get from Cusco to Ollantaytambo to catch the train. Paul Jones, a Cusco travel expert offers some
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Top 5 Alternative Things to do in Cusco

Cusco, Peru, ancient Inca capital, steeped in history and culture, base for many before exploring the Sacred Valley and the Machu Picchu, historic Peruvian City. Cusco is a truly amazing City, filled to the brim with Inca and Spanish history, stunning churches,
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Top 10 Peru Travel Tips

Top 10 Peru Travel Tips: Below is our extensive guide on the top Peru travel tips. Getting the top backpacking Peru travel tips to point you in the right direction can always help! Here at the Only Peru Guide, our Peru
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The Truth About Volunteering in Cusco

If you are thinking about volunteering in Cusco then this article is a must read. Every year hundreds of people travel to Peru to be part of many volunteer programs. Only a very few of those travellers are fully informed about
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Do I need a visa for travel to Peru?

Generally speaking Peru welcomes foreign visitors with open arms, allowing the majority of tourists to stay for a maximum of up to 183 days without restriction. This long limit also encourages travellers to visit more of of the beautiful destinations in
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Which is better Manú or Tambopata Jungle

The two principle Jungle regions that tourists visit in Peru are either Manú or Tambopata. Both are located in the south-east of the country, and both are considered to be the most bio-diverse places on the planet. So which one should