14 Things I Wish I Knew Before Travelling To Peru
14 things I wish I had known (or things I’m glad I did know) before travelling in Peru this year!
14 things I wish I had known (or things I’m glad I did know) before travelling in Peru this year!
Choosing where to stay in Cusco is important; like every city, there are better areas, and more dangerous areas that should generally be avoided.
What to pack for the Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu, based on my own experience of doing it this year.
How many days to spend at Machu Picchu, Aguas Calientes and Cusco, accounting for altitude, things to do there, and hiking the Inca Trail or Salkantay Trek.
What to wear to Machu Picchu and what to pack for Machu Picchu, whether you’re going for a day trip or on a multi-day hike!
Three ways to travel from Arequipa to Cusco by public bus, private transfer and by plane.
Five ways to get from Huacachina to Cusco in Peru by bus and plane (although, there’s one I really don’t recommend!)
Arequipa is a great place to pitch up for a few days, explore, and let yourself adjust to the new altitude… here are 12 great things to do while you’re there.
A guide to the stops on Peru’s famous backpacking route, how to get between them, things to see and more tips and tricks for your trip to Peru.
A list and my review of tours and day trips from Huacachina, Peru, having done them myself! From the Nazca Lines to sandboarding in the desert.
When I was travelling in South America this year, I did just about everything I could to try every different
Plan your 7 day itinerary in Peru based on my own trip this year, including: how to manage the altitude, important bus decisions and, of course, where to go!
Everything you need to know to put together the perfect itinerary for your trip to Peru, no matter how much time you have.
This list of unmissable famous landmarks in Peru comes directly from the insanely long notes app on my phone, including both the sights I did and didn’t visit.
There are four ways to get from Lima Airport to Miraflores: by public bus, airport shuttle, taxi or private transfer. Whatever you do, don’t take an Uber!