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Maras Moray Tour: Two Sites in One
Peru boasts many interesting sites to see, from the famous Machu Picchu to less celebrated sites. Two of the most intriguing are the mysterious Inca ruins of Moray and the white salt flats of Maras. Take a step into Inca history with a Maras Moray tour from Alpaca Expeditions. Fascinating Inca Structures in Moray Moray…
Read MoreAlpaca Expeditions Nominated for Prestigious Award
We have been nominated for 2 World Travel Awards! Alpaca Expeditions is so honored to announce that we have been nominated in two categories: Peru’s Leading Tour Operator and Peru’s Leading Travel Agency in Peru by the World Travel Awards™ (WTA). This organization was established in 1993 to acknowledge, reward and celebrate excellence across all key…
Read MoreMarvel at Amazing Views: Maras Moray Tour
Salineras de Maras features awe-inspiring vistas with salt pods whose beauty is beyond imagination. For generations Maras has provided the local people with salt and stunning views for all who visit the area. Maras Moray tour of the Salt mines tops the list of adventures when exploring the Inca Heartland in Peru. Indeed, the mines…
Read MoreBook Now – Permits Go on Sale for 2019 Treks to Machu Picchu in October!
Book Now – Permits Go on Sale for 2019 Treks to Machu Picchu in October! Permits with a Licensed operated required Cusco, Peru – The time to book a trip to Machu Picchu in 2019 is now! The government of Peru strictly regulates access to Machu Picchu on the Inca Trail! Permits will be released…
Read MoreTravel to Machu Picchu for a Trip You’ll Never Forget
One of the world’s most iconic sites, Machu Picchu, is a dream destination for any traveler visiting South America. Machu Picchu is situated deep in the heart of the Sacred Valley in Southeastern Peru and is one of the country’s primary attractions. The Inca Trail is one of the world’s most famous treks with each…
Read MoreAlpaca Expeditions: Social Consciousness
Alpaca Expeditions is a Peru-based tour company founded by Raul, an ex-porter. Peru is a great tourist destination highlighting the great Machu Picchu (The Old Mountain) and Inca trail in the Andes. To show off these landmarks to tourists in a socially-conscious way, Alpaca Expeditions opened its doors to the visitors to give them a…
Read MoreAlpaca Expeditions Has a Rich History
Peru is a spectacular and unique destination that is home to a myriad of extraordinary sights and activities. Alpaca Expeditions aims to provide superior tours of Peru, and offers a variety of incredible, memorable experiences. About Alpaca Expeditions Alpaca Expeditions is based in Cusco, Peru, and was founded by Raul Ccolque in 2012. Raul grew…
Read MoreCounting down to the 2017 Season
Alpaca Expeditions is always looking for new ways to be unique and remain the number 1 tour company in Cusco. Customer service is of course our number 1 attribute, but we have added some fun things to keep us ahead of the competition. This February we made a huge investment and purchased 50 satellite phones.…
Read MoreWeather
Of course this is our most popular question – what will the weather be like on the trek? While we can’t answer this specifically, we can give you the general guidelines of weather in this region and on your particular trek. The most important thing to know is there are only two seasons in Cusco:…
Read MoreFebruary: Time for us to Learn, Grow and Celebrate
Since Alpaca Expeditions was formed in 2012, every February when the Inca Trail is closed for maintenance, we take advantage of the quiet and organize several activities to strengthen our skills and even more importantly, to celebrate. The celebration comes first. We begin with an awesome soccer tournament between our porters, guides, cook and office…
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