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Tourist looking at Machu Picchu entrance sign showing operating hours and visitor capacity numbers with ancient citadel visible in mountain background

Visiting Guide 7 min read

Machu Picchu Daily Visitor Limits 2025: Capacity, Timing & Crowd Management

Complete guide to Machu Picchu's daily visitor capacity limits. Understand timing, crowd management, and how limits affect ticket availability.

December 1, 2025 Read More

Machu Picchu circuit map showing different numbered routes and pathways with tourists walking along designated trails and viewpoints marked

Visiting Guide 10 min read

Machu Picchu Circuits Guide 2025: Routes, Tickets & Best Views

Complete guide to Machu Picchu's 4 circuits. Learn which route offers the best views, photo opportunities, and experiences for your visit.

December 1, 2025 Read More

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Peru Etiquette & Tipping Guide: Respectful Travel Tips

Navigate social customs and tipping in Peru with guidelines for restaurants, hotels, tours and daily interactions.

December 1, 2025 Read More

Colonial buildings and balconies surrounding Lima’s Plaza Mayor

Visiting Guide 4 min read

Historic Centre of Lima: Colonial Architecture, Plazas & Legends

Unveil the charm of the Historic Centre of Lima with this guide. Learn about its founding by Pizarro, baroque churches, Moorish balconies, museums and practical advice for exploring Peru’s capital.

December 1, 2025 Read More

Jungle-clad limestone hills and the mouth of Cueva de las Lechuzas in Tingo María National Park

Visiting Guide 5 min read

Tingo María: Gateway to Cloud Forest, Caves & Warm‑Jungle Adventure

Plan a trip to Tingo María, a warm‑jungle hub in Peru’s Huánuco region. Hike to Cueva de las Lechuzas, admire the "Sleeping Beauty" ridge, chase waterfalls, raft the Huallaga and enjoy Amazon‑Andean cuisine.

December 1, 2025 Read More

Peru emergency numbers and icons for police, ambulance and fire on a red background

Visiting Guide 8 min read

Emergencies in Peru: What to Do, Who to Call and How to Get Help

A practical, 24/7-ready guide to emergencies in Peru: who to call (105/106/116), how to find hospitals and English-speaking help, what to do after theft or a lost passport, disaster prep, and how embassies can assist.

December 1, 2025 Read More

Towering Gocta Waterfall plunging into a lush cloud forest amphitheater near Chachapoyas

Visiting Guide 5 min read

Gocta Waterfall: Hiking Peru’s Spectacular Two‑Drop Cascade

Everything you need to hike Gocta: routes from Cocachimba and San Pablo, trail distances and difficulty, tickets and guides, when to go, what to pack, safety, nearby attractions and travel logistics to Chachapoyas.

December 1, 2025 Read More

Sea lions and seabirds on the rocky Ballestas Islands near Paracas

Visiting Guide 4 min read

Ballestas Islands: Marine Wildlife, Candelabra Geoglyph & Coastal Wonders

Embark on a boat trip to the Ballestas Islands, nicknamed the “Galápagos of Peru”. Spot sea lions, penguins and cormorants, admire the Candelabra geoglyph and get travel tips for this coastal paradise.

December 1, 2025 Read More

Canoe gliding on a mirror‑calm oxbow lake in Manu National Park at sunrise

Visiting Guide 6 min read

Manu National Park: Ultimate Amazon & Cloud Forest Guide

Plan an unforgettable journey through Manu National Park’s cloud forests and lowland Amazon. Learn about permits and zones, how to get there from Cusco, the best season, wildlife hotspots, health and safety, and responsible travel.

December 1, 2025 Read More

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Luxury Travel in Peru: Belmond Hiram Bingham Train Experience

Ride Peru’s only luxury train to Machu Picchu on the Belmond Hiram Bingham, featuring gourmet dining, live music and exclusive access.

December 1, 2025 Read More

Adobe walls and fish reliefs at the Chan Chan archaeological site near Trujillo

Visiting Guide 4 min read

Chan Chan: Exploring the World’s Largest Adobe City

Visit Chan Chan, the sprawling adobe capital of the Chimú kingdom near Trujillo. Discover its walled citadels, intricate fish motifs, and conservation challenges in this detailed guide.

December 1, 2025 Read More

Boats anchored by the reed islands on Lake Titicaca near Puno, Peru

Visiting Guide 4 min read

Puno: Folklore Capital and Lake Titicaca Gateway

Travel to Puno to experience the colourful folklore of Peru and explore Lake Titicaca’s floating islands. Learn about attractions, culture, food and practical tips at high altitude.

December 1, 2025 Read More

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