Travel Articles: Machu Picchu

Most travelers to Peru know about the Inca Trail, but what about the more impressive (and challenging) hikes like the Salkantay trek, the Choquequirao trek, and the Cachiccata Trail were all built by the Incas and used for hundreds of years before travelers arrived.

The Peruvian government has signed a construction contract for a new airport beside the picturesque colonial village of Chinchero. The airport in Cusco has a limit of 2 million travelers per year keeping the traffic of people in the area under control. This new facility will be able to serve 5 million people upon opening in 2020.

We had an amazing, eye-opening, thrilling 6 weeks of travel in Costa Rica, Ecuador, and Peru. Our bond as a family has strengthened and although we were really excited to get home, we are already dreaming about our next travel experience together!

Celebrating our 10th wedding anniversary in beautiful Peru and the Galapagos Islands of Ecuador. A trip of a life time!

Adventure Life guides are the unsung heroes whose efforts create amazing experiences for our travelers. They will become like family as they guide you through Peru, and we wanted to give you the opportunity to get to know a little about them before your trip!

Get a better idea of the adventure ahead with this day-by-day description of the Inca Trail hike to Machu Picchu. The history, ancient sites, wildlife, and culture experienced along the Inca Trail make it popular among travelers. With so much to see along the way, this active method of exploring Peru provides a travel experience of a lifetime!

Ancient ruins, charming people, delicious food, wildlife-rich jungles...Peru truly has something to offer any traveler! With so much to see and so many ways to see it, deciding on one of our Peru trip itineraries can prove challenging. Here are a few recommended ways of exploring the country based on specific personal interests and preferences.

Thinking of traveling to Peru but concerned about safety? We have some recommendations for safe travels as well as some information that may settle those concerns.

We received the most charming holiday card in the mail last week from our travelers, Sandi and Joe Costa, who joined us on a custom Peru adventure in October. And while I'd like to take credit for the Mick Jagger sighting, I'll admit, that wasn't part of the original itinerary. Enjoy a little holiday cheer, compliments of the Costas... …

The Inca Trail is not the only extraordinary trekking opportunity in Peru! That is a good thing as passes fill up months in advanced. There are actually a number of excellent alternatives, and they have the advantage of being less known, and less crowded... Salcantay, Cacchicata, & Cordillera Blanca are just a few of these Peru treks.

Hiking the ruins of Machu Picchu itself can be enough for some travelers. But there are some amazing peaks to trek while at the ruins -- and offer a rare perspective to the legendary Inca ruins. The catch? There's a fee, and you'll want to do a little planning in advance to save your spot. Here are some helpful details.

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Peru was an amazing place, full of friendly people, the most beautiful countryside, and Incan ruins everywhere!

Starting off our staff travels for 2010, Adventure Life's fantastic office manager and gate-keeper, Lynessa Nelson, is readying for a Peru adventure with her husband, Matt. Next week, Lynessa and Matt will hop on a plane from the Missoula airport to Lima, Peru. The first leg of their Peru journey is on the floating reed islands of Lake Titicaca, …

This article explains what you should know before visiting Machu Picchu in 2023. Including the newly established tourist circuits, COVID-19 protocols, entrance tickets, and prices.

My co-worker Karen and I traveled to Peru! Join me and my mediocre camera on my reflections on my journeys to Lima, Cusco, Sacred Valley, Arequipa, Colca Canyon, Paracas, and Nazca. We had a wonderful guide the entire trip that gave us a special experience and wonderful insight to the ruins of the different cities has. We enjoyed hiking around …

My husband and I ventured on our two week trip to Peru in August 2019, exploring Lima, Cusco, the Sacred Valley and Lares Valley before finally seeing Machu Picchu.

I had the opportunity to return to Peru after living there years ago. From the high elevations of Machu Picchu and the Sacred Valley to the adventurous times exploring the city life and also the rich history that each place has to offer. From archaeological history to possible alien conspiracies, amazing local flavors and having slushies with …

Be prepared for hiking the Inca Trail with this comprehensive packing list for camping and trekking the world's most famous trek.

A 50's something couple explore Cusco to Machu Picchu with their daughters because "Dad you should do it before you're too old" LOL. This trip was definitely bucket list worthy and Peru is so much more than just Machu Picchu. So whether you are 7 or 70 - just do it!

You may remember our post about the definitive changes to the Choquequirao Trek due to the construction of a cable car. By the end of 2015, the firstaerial tramway in all of Peru will be built to Choquequirao. It is anticipated that up to 3,000 people each DAY will be deliveredby thecable car to this historic site that currently gets just a …

Peru's Machu Picchu continues to mystify and intrigue its visitors (yours-truly included) and scholars -- even a century after Hiram Bingham first introduced the legendary Inca ruins to the rest of the world. Most recently, a group of Peruvian archeologists discovered a unique tomb located on a hillside at the ancient city. Its placement -- high …

We're not the only ones who are all a-buzz with the swiftly approaching centennial celebration of Hiram Bingham's rediscovery of Machu Picchu. National Geographic joins us in our enthusiasm for this mysterious landmark and is giving Machu Picchu much love with a great online feature. Highlights includes Top Ten Secrets of Machu Picchu, great reads …

We are thrilled to see Adventure Life's Andean Multisport Peru trip featured in Outside Magazine's annual Best Trips issue. Check us out in their Hot-List that gives you 23 great reasons to "Get Out There." Our Andean Multisport trip is specially designed for those adrenaline junkies who suffer from a bit of been-there-done-that. Spend 10-days on …

Update June 23, 2010: Over the weekend, strikes came to an end, and things have returned to normal.

Over the past ten days, there have been 3 strikes in the Cusco-Machu Picchu region that have disrupted the transportation systems, requiring Adventure Life to adjust itineraries for our travelers in the region. After eleven years of providing trips …