How to fight the altitude sickness in Peru with coca leaves

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The coca leaf played an important role during the Inca period, the Incas considered it sacred. They valued the coca leaf as highly as gold not only for its role in sacred rituals but also for its medicinal properties. There is an age-old ancestral tradition of the Andean people that consists of chewing coca for […]

What to Pack (and Not Pack) for Peru

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There is an incredible destination that is extremely popular among travelers: Peru. What is it famous for? The list is infinite but one of the main things is its incredible diversity. With three different climate zones (coast, highlands, and jungle), Peru counts with many diverse ecosystems and places to explore. So, depending on your travel plans […]

Tours in Peru? 10 things to know before your tour

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There is no question that Peru is an endlessly fascinating country filled with an interesting culture, history, legends, and exquisite cuisine. All the corners of the country offer a wide variety of experiences that you couldn’t find somewhere else. From beach days, breathtaking hikes, charming jungle excursions to epic desert exploring and many more. But […]

The best adventure tours in Peru

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Peru conjures up images of ancient archaeological sites, arid coastal deserts, marvelous rainforest, and many more natural and fascinating treasures. Cusco Peru Travel considers that all of this, combined, comes together to make up Peru. As a result, your Peru adventure tours will be definitely an experience of a lifetime. In fact, Peru is a […]