After so many guided day trips in Peru, I was more than ready to explore at my own pace. So in Paracas, I rented a…
Sometimes referred to as the “poor man’s Galapagos”, a Las Ballestas Islands tour allows visitors a chance to see some animals that they wouldn’t normally…
Huacachina is a desert oasis near the much larger town of Ica, Peru. The town is small and there’s not a lot to do, but…
The Nazca Lines are an ancient series of geoglyphs located in the Nazca Desert in Peru. Created by people who lived in this region nearly…
Peru has been filled with a lot of ups and downs, and that’s not just considering the elevation changes. I’ve made a lot of great…
Hiking the Inca Trail brings many emotions. Over four days you’ll ascend into the mountains of Peru to hike over mountain passes and back down…
Nearly every person who visits Peru will stop in Cusco. It’s the historic capital city of the Inca Empire and it’s the current gateway to…
Machu Picchu is an UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the Seven Wonders of the World. It’s no surprise that so many people add…
Have you seen that tall mountain in the background of Machu Picchu and decided “I think that would have a great view”? Well, you should…
Pisac can make a fantastic day trip from Cusco. Rather than joining a group tour, you can take a cheap colectivo to the town of…
There are numerous day trip options from Cusco, Peru, but one of my favorites was a hike through the Ausangate 7 Lakes. Along the way…
Rainbow Mountain has become famous for its colorful mineral deposits, making it a popular place for people to take that perfect photo for Instagram. While…
If you’re hiking the Salkantay Trek from Challacancha to Aguas Calientes, your route will likely include a stop at the gorgeous Huamantay Lake. For those…
Arequipa is a beautiful city that gets added to a lot of Peru itineraries. While it’s not as famous as Cusco, it’s still worth a…