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NEW VIDEO: Hiking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu

Posted on September 6, 2019 by Adventures Within Reach

Embark on a journey with us along the extraordinary Inca Trail to Machu Picchu! The legendary Inca Trail takes you through the diverse wilderness of the Machu Picchu Historical Sanctuary, passing numerous Inca ruins on the magnificent stone highway before … Continue reading →

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GUEST REVIEW: Rainbow Mountain, Rafting and The Inca Trail to Machu Picchu

Posted on June 5, 2019 by Adventures Within Reach

Doreen and Karen just returned from a custom Peru adventure with us! Read on to hear about their trip highlights and get an even greater insight to their journey through their photos! Trip highlights: –Inca Trail Trek to Machu Picchu … Continue reading →

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Family Gallivanting Through Peru: Machu Picchu and Beyond

Posted on October 2, 2018 by Adventures Within Reach

This family group of five just returned from a customized version of our 7-Day Peru: Machu Picchu Tour by Train. Read on to hear about their adventure! “We used AWR last year for our Galapagos trip and we were blown … Continue reading →

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Choquequirao — The Other Machu Picchu

Posted on August 15, 2018 by Adventures Within Reach

Choquequirao (pronounced: Cho-Kay-Kee-Rao), also known as “Machu Picchu’s little sister” is a lesser-known Inca archaeological site located just 64 km (40 miles) from Machu Picchu and is perfect for nature lovers and trekkers looking to explore alternative routes in and … Continue reading →

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Top 6 Mind-Blowing Treks That Don’t Kill Your Knees

Posted on July 9, 2018 by Adventures Within Reach

While some of our guests strive for a strenuous edge to their trekking adventures, many of our travelers prefer to put culture and dramatic scenery first and opt for a milder trekking option for their vacations. For the latter type … Continue reading →

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How To Avoid Crowds at Machu Picchu

Posted on June 20, 2018 by Adventures Within Reach

In light of AFAR magazine’s most recent article, “The True Magic of Machu Picchu Isn’t Where You Think It Is”, we would like to highlight the items that they discuss, and we offer, that will help make your next adventure … Continue reading →

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Experiencing Luxury on the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu

Posted on June 4, 2018 by Adventures Within Reach

At AWR we pride ourselves in always working top-tier local guides who make all the difference when traveling to a new destination. Read on to hear from two AWR travelers who just returned from the 5-day Luxury Inca Trail Trek … Continue reading →

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7 Ways to Get to Machu Picchu

Posted on April 2, 2018 by Adventures Within Reach

When visiting Cusco and the Sacred Valley, there are multiple ways to travel to Machu Picchu. Below is list of our top 7 ways to arrive to the awe-inspiring citadel — from trains to less-traveled treks to the traditional Inca … Continue reading →

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Physical Preparation For The Inca Trail (and other treks in Peru)

Posted on February 28, 2018 by Adventures Within Reach

Getting ready for the Inca Trail? Here are a few FAQs that we receive from travelers about ways to prepare your self at home, in the US and in Cusco before heading off on the trail: 1. What is the … Continue reading →

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Choosing The Right Inca Trail Trek Option For You

Posted on January 18, 2018 by Adventures Within Reach

We asked our Peru experts, who have done the 5-day, 4-day and 2-day Inca Trail Trek options, which one(s) they liked best. The resounding answer was the 5-day (2-day was in second place). Read on to see why. Our experts … Continue reading →

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