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The Little Cusco Above the Mountains – Huchuy Qosqo
The Little Cusco Above the Mountains – Huchuy QosqoTInside the Sacred Valley we have this hidden gem, Huchuy Qosqo, as its name suggests ‘’Little Cusco’’Oct 16, 2020 The Little Cusco Above the Mountains – Huchuy Qosqo Inside the Sacred Valley we have this hidden gem, Huchuy Qosqo, as its name suggests ‘’Little Cusco’’, this beautiful…
Read MoreHigh Qenqo: The ritual center
High Qenqo: The ritual centerSep 04, 2020 High Qenqo: The ritual center Moving forward from Sacsayhuaman, you can find this amazing site. Hidden inside the forest, Q’enqo Archaeological Complex rises to be part of your city tour at 3850 meters above sea level. Qenqo is a highlight of the tourism in Cusco and since it’s…
Read MorePuca Pucara – The first Inca Fortress
Puca Pucara – The first Inca Fortress During a normal city tour, you will be able to visit the 4 ruins that are surrounding Cusco. The third of these archeological sites is Puca Pucara. Located right next to Tambomachay. Aug, 2020 Puca Pucara – The first Inca Fortress During a normal city tour, you will…
Read MoreWaqra Pucara
Waqra PucaraDate: Aug 14, 2020 Waqra Pucara Waqrapukara originates from Quechua words: Waqra meaning “horn” and Pukara meaning “Fortification”. We would then be able to conclude that Waqrapukara means “Stronghold of horns”. Yet there is an idea by local people that shows the post has no horns. However, that they are “the ears of a…
Read MoreWhy is Humantay Lake turquoise?
Why is Humantay Lake turquoise?This beautiful lagoon often called ‘’Blue lagoon’’ awakens the senses of everybody who gets the chance to conquer its path and get to witness it in person.By: Diego – Jul 25, 2020 Why is Humantay Lake turquoise? The Humantay lake or Blue lagoon is located under the Humantay glacier above the…
Read MoreImportant Notice: Peruvian Airlines Suspends Flights and Ceases Operations
Travelers who had booked their flight between Lima and Cusco on Peruvian Airlines in the upcoming months are scrambling to find alternative flights after Peruvian Airlines announced this week that it will no longer offer flights from its Lima base. While there is a lot of speculation and finger pointing, the reason why “Peruvian Airlines…
Read MoreThe Bathroom Situation
Are there bathrooms on the Inca Trail? Of course. Along the way there are many opportunities to stop at a facility when nature calls. When you first begin the trek, the bathroom facilities are managed by locals and you need to pay to use them. A sole will grant you entry and the bathrooms…
Read MoreInca Trail Myths and Misleading Information
The Inca Trail is certainly one of the most amazing and beautiful trails not only in the Americas, but the world at large, where travelers can enjoy unforgettable experiences. The trail leads to several archeological sights, forest steppe, and the Peruvian jungle all of which boast impressive views. While this place is out of this…
Read MorePeru Vacation Luggage Storage
CAN I STORE MY LUGGAGE WITH YOU? We understand that traveling involves taking extra luggage especially if you are on an extended vacation. Alpaca Expeditions provides free storage to all our customers who are trekking to Machu Picchu and the other tours that we offer. We have a safe storage facility where we store items…
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