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A Trip to the Colca Canyon

For many people Arequipa is a stop off point before visiting the world’s second deepest canyon, the Colca Canyon.  You can visit the canyon independently, using local transport, but it can be more hassle than its worth. Going with a tour
Ollantaytambo in The Sacred Valley Peru

6 Great Reasons to Visit Ollantaytambo

Not everyone who visits Machu Picchu arrives via the legendary Inca Trail. Some people actually prefer a combination of swanky hotels and luxury trains to gasping for breath, shivering in a bivouac and coming face to face with other people’s bad
View of Punta Union on the Santa Cruz Trek in Peru

Hiking in the Andes: 5 of Peru’s Best Treks

The Andes of Peru offer some of the most spectacular hikes in the world, walking on some of the old paths and winding roads constructed by the Incas themselves.  Trekking in Peru on one of many Inca Trails offers an incredible fusion of
Lone hiker on the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu in Peru

The 5 Best Treks in Peru

For the outdoor adventurer, Peru holds within its boundaries a plethora of trails and treks. With a vast array of climates, land formations, rivers and jungles, Peru has something to suit the taste of nearly everyone with a grand sense of

The Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, Readers Review

I had booked my place on the Inca Trail well in advance and had chosen to go with SAS travel. On arrival in Cusco I visited their office to confirm that I would like a porter to carry my bag for