Improved tourism security for Cusco, Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu
Peru's tourism ministry this week launched a new program with the tourism police to offer increased protection to travelers in Cusco, Machu Picchu and all of…
Machu Picchu
Hiram Bingham Highway to Machu Picchu needs urgent upkeep
The Hiram Bingham Highway to Machu Picchu, built nearly 67 years ago, could have only a year and five months of “useful life” left, a top government environmental official says.
UNESCO chief tours Machu Picchu and lauds the beautiful experience
The director of UNESCO toured Machu Picchu this week and judging from his reaction, the long-standing threat that the Inca citadel will wind up on the infamous endangered sites list appears to be dissipating.
Cusco ranked “Best Destination” and “Best Affordable Vacation” by US News
Cusco was chosen as Central and South America’s “Best Place to Visit” and “Best Affordable Vacation” in this year’s world travel ranking by U.S. News & World Report.
Bus ride up to Machu Picchu hiked, AGAIN!
The round-trip bus fare between Aguas Calients and Machu Picchu is about to increase for foreign tourists more than 26%, from $19 to $24.