This guide will take you from Lima to Machu Picchu and beyond! It will give you MUST-HAVE tips and secrets we learned while traveling to Peru, like how to avoid a 3am wake up call for Rainbow Mountain & how to make sure you acclimatize in the best way. We did 40+ hours of research so you don't have to!
Altitude of Different Cities in Peru
Altitudes of each major spot in Peru!
Cultural Etiquette
Friendly!
Food & Water Safety
They eat guinea pig!
How to Get to Machu Picchu
It's TRICKY! We did it all on our own, but recommend using a tour company if you want to skip the logistics!
Packing Tips
Be prepared!
Staying Connected
How to do so
Best Apps for Peru
Top 7
Best Cities & Regions to Visit
What we recommend
Driving in Peru- Should You Rent A Car?
We highly recommend...
Getting Around Peru
Bus/Car/Train
Tipping Etiquette
How/when to tip
Money: Soles, ATMs, & Currency Exchange
All about money!
Language Barriers & Communication
Break out the duolingo!
Safety in Peru
Make your best judgments!
Altitude Adjustment Tips
Be sure to talk to your doctor about what's best for you!
When to Visit Peru
Two main seasons!