Moon Travel Guides: The Trip of a Lifetime
This jewel of Peru and heart of the lost Inca empire makes for a once-in-a-lifetime trip.
Moon Machu Picchu
is a comprehensive, honest guide to making the most out of your adventure.
What You'll Discover in
:
Strategic trekking guides
, including two or four days on the Inca Trail, five days on the Salcantay trek, and the Inca Jungle Trail
Essential information
on agencies, tour guides, porters, dining, accommodations, deciding when and where to go, and making reservations
A guide to hazards, precautions, and gear, and tips for avoiding altitude sickness
Focused coverage
of stopovers in Cusco, the Sacred Valley, and Lima
Unique ideas beyond the beaten path:
Explore seldom-seen ruins like the Ollantaytambo Temple, and visit remote Quechua-speaking villages. Go horseback riding on a
caballo de paso
in the Sacred Valley, mountain biking to the hilltop fortress of Sacsayhuamán, or set up camp on the wild river banks after a day of rafting on the Río Apurímac
Transportation advice:
tips on finding the best airfares and getting around by bus, train, taxi, car or motorcycle rental, and even hitchhiking
Thorough background information
on the landscape, wildlife, plants, culture, history, and customs
Handy tools
including a Spanish phrasebook, visa information, volunteer opportunities, and tips for seniors, families with children, women traveling alone, and LGBTQ+ travelers
Expert perspective
from Lima resident Ryan Dubé
A full-color foldout map
of the region, with vibrant photos and additional maps throughout
With
Moon Machu Picchu's
expert insight, practical advice, and insider tips, you can forge your own path.
Exploring the rest of the country? Try
Moon Lima
or
Moon Peru
. Doing a tour of South America? Try
Moon Colombia
Moon Patagonia
.