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Tag Archives: Peru
Discover The Ballestas Islands of Peru
The Ballestas Islands are located right off the coast of Paracas, a vibrant wildlife sanctuary filled with a stunning scenery and a variety of wildlife species. Discover the islands and see the stunning rock formations and landscapes that surround them. … Continue reading
Top 5 Cordillera Blanca Day Hikes from Huaraz, Peru
Read on for our top day hikes in the Cordillera Blanca from Huaraz. These hikes are all excellent acclimatization options for taller peaks or amazing adventures in and of themselves! 1) Laguna 69: The hike up to Laguna 69 is … Continue reading
Posted in Peru, Trekking
Tagged Churup, Cordillera Blanca, Day hikes, Huaraz, Huayhuash trek, Peru, Pisco, Rajucolta, Santa Cruz Trek, Wilcacocha
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GUEST REVIEW: Machu Picchu, Huayna Picchu, Maras and Moray
This couple just returned from a custom Peru adventure to Machu Picchu. Read on to hear what they have to say: “We highly recommend AWR. I liked their reminder emails a lot. There was a lot of info and it … Continue reading
Posted in Machu Picchu, Peru, South America, Trekking, Trip Journals
Tagged Aguas Calientes, Couples Travel, Cusco, Guest Review, Huayna Picchu, machu picchu, Maras, Maras Moray, Moray, Ollantaytambo, Peru, Trekking
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GUEST REVIEW: Rainbow Mountain, Rafting and The Inca Trail to Machu Picchu
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
Posted in Inca Trail, Machu Picchu, Peru, South America, Trekking, Trip Journals
Tagged Ausangate, Cusco, Guest Review, inca trail, Peru, peru trekking, Rafting, Rainbow Mountain, Sacred Valley, Traveler Review, Trekking
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Top Must-Visit Restaurants in Lima and Cusco
Peru is the culinary capital of South America with Lima and Cusco being it’s gastronomic epicenters. Read on for our list of top recommended stops to delight your senses on your next trip to Peru! LIMA Cala Restaurant – Barranco … Continue reading
Posted in Peru, South America
Tagged Culinary, Foodie, Gastronomy, Good Eats, Lima, Peru, Restaurants
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VIDEO: Luxury Rainbow Mountain Lodge to Lodge Trek
Come trace the steps of our breathtaking 5-Day Luxury Rainbow Mountain Lodge to Lodge Trek here: Want to join the adventure and book this trek for your next Peru adventure? Contact us! Your friendly Peru expert, Gretchen
Posted in Peru, South America, Trekking
Tagged Cusco, group departures, Lodge to lodge trek, Peru, Rainbow Mountain, Trekking
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NEW TRIP! 5-Day Luxury Rainbow Mountain Lodge to Lodge Trek
Our 5-Day Luxury Rainbow Mountain Lodge to Lodge Trek is a breathtaking journey in the Cordillera Vilcanota, on a route we call the “Camino Del Apu Ausangate”, the route to the sacred Rainbow Mountain. Apus, or “sacred mountains” in Quechua, … Continue reading
GUEST REVIEW: Amazing Brazil and Peru Adventure
This group of three just returned from an incredible Brazil and Peru combination custom adventure! Read on to hear about their journey, the highlights, as well as personal advice to future travelers. Kicking off their journey in Sao Paulo, they … Continue reading
Posted in Brazil, Family Travel, Luxury, Machu Picchu, Peru, South America, Trip Journals
Tagged Adventure Travel, Amazon, Cusco, Foz do Iguassu, Guest Review, Iguassu, Iguazu, Lima, machu picchu, Peru, Rio de Janeiro, Sacred Valley, Sao Paulo, Traveler Review, Women Travel
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TRIP REPORT: Adventures In The Cordillera Blanca of Peru
Over the past two weeks, our South America program director, Gretchen, has been exploring the Ancash region of Peru. Read on to hear about wild treks, hidden glacial lakes, towering peaks and cozy mountain huts all found in the Cordillera … Continue reading
Posted in Peru, South America, Trekking, Trip Journals
Tagged Cordillera Blanca, Group Treks, Huayhuash, Laguna 69, Lima, Llanganuco, Mountaineering, Peru, Pisco mountain, Refugios, Solo female travel, South America, Trekking
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Colors of the Andes: Dyeing Wool the Peruvian Way
While some ingredients for natural dyes may seem strange, their colors saturate Andean textiles and have a long history among Peruvian artisans. Peru is a country full of vibrant colors that reflect the unique culture, creativity and energy of its … Continue reading