Wayna Picchu
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What You Need to Know Before Climbing Huayna Picchu in Peru

So you want to climb Huayna Picchu? Well get ready, because it’s not for the faint of heart! Also referred to as Wayna Picchu, this formidable mountain overlooks the ruins of Machu Picchu, a world wonder, and offers a unique vantage point as you hike 8,900 feet into the clouds. The price of admission? Aside from an…

10 Things to do in Cusco, Peru Before Heading to Machu Picchu
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10 Things to do in Cusco, Peru Before Heading to Machu Picchu

Looking for the best things to do in Cusco, Peru before embarking on your Machu Picchu adventure? I’ve got your covered. Cusco is the city that takes your breath away–literally. At over 11,000 feet,the elevation takes some getting used to, but most people don’t stick around for more than 24 hours en route to Machu Picchu….

Machu Picchu
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Visiting Machu Picchu: How to See The World Wonder in One Day (And Night)

Are you thinking about visiting Machu Picchu? You’re not alone. The site draws as many as 5,000 people a day in high season, and was deemed one of the new world wonders. It’s possible to see Machu Picchu and the surrounding area in less than a week. I did Cusco, the Sacred Valley and Machu…