Peru travel tips

A lone hiker pausing on a high Andean pass during a transformative travel in Peru experience, looking out at a vast, sunlit mountain range, embodying a moment of deep reflection.

The Heaviest Thing You’ll Carry in the Andes Isn’t Your Pack—It’s Your Own Perspective

As a guide and planner for journeys through Peru, I’ve seen countless travelers obsess over grams. They meticulously weigh their sleeping bags, debate the merits of a titanium spork, and trim their toothbrush handles to save a fraction of an … Read More

A traveler engages in a real conversation with an Andean weaver, illustrating the flaw in the myth of authenticity in travel.

The Dangerous Myth of «Authenticity» and How It Blinds You to What’s Truly Happening Around You

There’s a word that echoes in the mind of every conscious traveler, a silent goal that shapes itineraries and fuels anxieties: “authenticity.” We chase it down dusty roads, seek it in bustling markets, and hope to capture it in a … Read More

A welcoming guide from a local Cusco agency discussing a map with a traveler in the Plaza de Armas in Cusco.

Why a Local Cusco Agency Offers a Better Experience: The A-to-Z of Our Service

When planning a journey to a place as profound and complex as Peru, you’re faced with a fundamental choice: book with a massive, international online travel agency, or partner with a team on the ground in Cusco? It’s a decision … Read More

A traveler relaxing on a hotel balcony with a cup of coca tea, following an expert acclimatization plan in Cusco, Peru.

Beat the Altitude: The 2-Day Acclimatization Plan Our Experts Swear By

You’ve booked your ticket to Peru, and the excitement is palpable. Visions of exploring ancient ruins and trekking through breathtaking mountain passes dance in your head. But there’s one challenge that stands between you and your dream adventure: the altitude. … Read More