Travelling & ActivitiesLocation: Rediscover Machu Picchu > Travelling & Activities -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Peru is a great place for adventure travel, ecotourism, bird watching, jungle travel, desert buggy riding and archaeological site visiting and even romantic travel... For obtaining Peru travel advice, practical tips for trip planning, even healthcare risk-related advice, we offer you our articles below...
Hike the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
The Inca Trail hike to the citadel of Machu Picchu is a multi-day trek (either 2 or 4 days-long) and even elderly and young teenagers set off for this great trip. It can be a once in a lifetime experience to hike in the beautiful Peruvian Andes, exploring centuries-old Inca archaeological sites and entering Machu Picchu early morning through the famous Sun Gate. Read further: Hike the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu Read further: Classic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu Read further: Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu
The Inti Raymi Festival-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
The Inti Raymi Festival is dedicated to the worshipping of the Sun God, Inti. It is an ancient Inca ritual. The event brings thousands to Cuzco. It is a colourful, dynamic even that brings the spectator back to the past. At the Inti Raymi you will see traditionally-dressed Peruvians and even an Inca Emperor impersonator. The ceremony is one of the main travel attractions in Peru. Read further: The Raymi Festival
Choquequirao Trek: "Hiking to the Other Machu Picchu"-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Southwest of Machu Picchu, Choquequirao is another highly-built Inca citadel where tours are operated by specialized agents. The scenery is beautiful with lush green valleys, rivers and finally the trekker is rewarded by entering the city that was built by the son of who constructed Machu Picchu... Check out the Choquequirao hiking opportunities in this article! Read further: Hiking to Choquequirao
Peru Trip Planning Advice-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Preparing for your trip to Peru means that you should go through a checklist of important things to do and obtain. You will need to obtain information about destinations, the local culture, laws and regulation, you will have to prepare both physically and mentally, understand the health risks and take the necessary precautions... For all these, you should check this article out! Read further: Peru Trip Planning Advice
How to Get to Peru, Visit it and Back?-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
For all travelers, planning a trip to Peru starts with planning the itinerary: the trip there, within the country and the way back home. We are taking a look at the land, water and air travel possibilities that you have: both to- and from Peru and within the country as well. Read further: Peru Itinerary Planning Advice
Guide to Peru's Airports-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
The infrastructure in Peru doesn't allow fast, comfortable and safe ground transportation possibilities. Airports allow fast access from one corner of the country to the other corner... You might want to "jump" from Lima to the Amazonian area's Iquitos or Pucallpa or you might want to fly from the Titicaca area to the capital. This guide contains useful information about the main airports in Peru. Both domestic and International... Read further: Airports in Peru
Peru Health Risks and Precautions-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Because Peru is exotic, warm and it has vast wilderness areas, but also because clean drinking water isn't provided everywhere and there are plenty of other reasons for worrying. But, we have created this article especially for travelers who would like to learn a little about these risks. We provide comprehensive descriptions of health risks, as well as advice on preventing them. Read further: Health Risks and Precautions Read further: How to Protect Against Insect Bites
Acclimatization, Altitude Sickness-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Especially for those of you who are going to hike or bike in the Andes, it is essential to get prepared for the Peruvian altitude conditions. We are coming to your help with this article by proving some useful tips on acclimatization/preparing for high altitude conditions in Peru - country where even some cities, towns are located over 3.000 m! Read further: Acclimatization, Altitude Sickness
What to Eat and Drink in Peru?-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
The exotic country has a number of traditional foods and interesting drinks that we think you should check out when there. They might seem a bit peculiar, if you are not from Latin America, but many of them are irresistibly tasty! Travelling consumes a lot of energy and these local foods are a good source of new energy. There also are several strange drinks that you won't find elsewhere than in Peru and some Latin American countries. Read further: What to Eat and Drink in Peru?
Why is Peru Special?-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
In tourism, Peru is one of those Latin American countries that has high notoriety... A place that most people have a good image of, a place where so many travelers would like to take a voyage to... Why is Peru a special travel destination? What can you find in Peru and why choose Peru over other countries in the region? Our little guide will answer these questions in a comprehensive presentation... Read further: Why is Peru Special?
Top 10 Things to do in Peru-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Peru is a vast country... Some travelers spend 2-3 months in Peru exploring it thoroughly, from north to south, from east to west. From jungle to desert, from modern Lima to traditional villages, from high cold mountains to vast coastal plains... There's plenty to see... But what if you have little time? As little as a few days? Let's take a look at the top 10 things, shall we? Read further: Top 10 things to do in Peru |
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