The Best Peru Itinerary for the Trip of a Lifetime (4 Different Itineraries!)

The Best Peru Itinerary for the Trip of a Lifetime (4 Different Itineraries!)

Peru, located on the western side of South America, is a country that has it all: mountains, deserts, jungles, and beaches. Add to that list ancient Inca ruins and some of the best restaurants in the world, and it’s the perfect bucket list travel destination. In one moment you can be exploring the citadel of Machu…

Best Things to See in the Sacred Valley (Full Guide to the Urubamba Valley!)

Best Things to See in the Sacred Valley (Full Guide to the Urubamba Valley!)

The Sacred Valley of the Inca, also known as the Urubamba Valley, is one of the top tourist destinations in Peru. This narrow valley extends nearly 70 miles, beginning in the small town of Pisac and eventually reaching the famous citadel of Machu Picchu. The Sacred Valley contains numerous Inca ruins, plenty of ancient terraces…

How to Visit Iquitos and the Amazon Rainforest (Full guide!)

How to Visit Iquitos and the Amazon Rainforest (Full guide!)

The Amazon Rainforest is one of the world’s greatest ecological wonders. As far as forests go, it’s absolutely massive. The Amazon Rainforest stretches over 9 countries and covers over two and half million square miles. The rainforest has also been under threat in recent years. Every second, 1.5 acres of the Amazon Rainforest is destroyed,…

Visiting the Cristo Blanco Statue: One of the Best Views of Cusco

Visiting the Cristo Blanco Statue: One of the Best Views of Cusco

High on top of a hill overlooking the Peruvian city of Cusco is the statue of Cristo Blanco. The statue depicts Jesus Christ with outstretched hands. Walking the short trail from Sacsayhuaman to Cristo Blanco is a must-see experience while you’re in Cusco. Not only will you be able to see the statue up close,…

Visiting the Inca Ruins of Sacsayhuaman in Peru (Full Guide!)

Visiting the Inca Ruins of Sacsayhuaman in Peru (Full Guide!)

If you’re planning a trip to visit Machu Picchu, you’ll undoubtedly spend time in the city of Cusco. Cusco was once the capital of the Inca empire, and it contains some of the most notable Inca ruins in Peru. Located high on a hill overlooking Cusco, Sacsayhuaman is one of the most famous Inca archaeological…

Complete Visit Guide to Pisac, Peru (Ruins, Markets, and More!)

Complete Visit Guide to Pisac, Peru (Ruins, Markets, and More!)

Pisac is a small town in Peru that’s located about 20 miles northeast of Cusco. Most travelers fly into Cusco to begin their journey to the ruins of Machu Picchu, but it’s worthwhile spending a day in the Sacred Valley exploring Pisac. There’s an impressive display of Inca ruins on the hill adjacent to Pisac….