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The alternative Treks in Cusco are the most beautiful and most visited since it has easy access and connects with Machu Picchu. Do not think that alternative walks are ugly, on the contrary, these walks have stunning views and incredible landscapes, even if alternative walks are better than the Inca Trail.
Cusco is a beautiful city surrounded by Inca archaeological centers and colonial temples. If you are thinking of knowing Machu Picchu, your adventure will start here, since Cusco is located 3 hours from Machu Picchu. Each adventure and trek to Machu Picchu begins in Cusco.
The Inca Trail is one of the most famous treks in the entire world, and is the best route in South America. It leads to one of the New Wonders of the World, Machu Picchu and follows along the trail that the Incas created all those hundreds of years ago. Are you ready for an unforgettable adventure?
Machu Picchu is one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, and it’s no surprise why. It’s a fascinating and incredible ancient site built upon a hillside in the Andes. There aren’t many other places on this planet that can conjure up the feelings you’ll experience when you step inside and witness its sights for the first time.
Cusco and its surroundings are some of the most picturesque in the world, and it’s no surprise that visitors come from across the globe to enjoy it. One of the best ways to see as much of the natural beauty as possible is to head out of the city on some day hikes.
Cusco is the historical heart of South America and is home to a huge amount of archaeological and historical sites. As well as this, there are an array of great restaurants and bars to enjoy the delicious gastronomy of Peru.
For these reasons and more, hundreds and thousands of tourists visit the city every year. Many think that Machu Picchu is the only site to visit, but there’s so much more.
Feel the spirituality high in the mountains and understand the importance of the Ausangate Mountain to the local communities.
Vinicunca is a mountain pass located about a four-hour drive southeast of Cusco city, in the opposite direction of Machu Picchu, Inca Trail, and the famous Humantay Lake. Known more commonly by locals as La Montaña de Siete.
The Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu is one of the best alternative routes to the world famous Inca Trail. Long the way you’ll see some of the most incredible landscapes as well as enjoy the adventure of a lifetime.
Choquequirao is an Inca citadel, and is just as impressive as the world famous Machu Picchu. It’s commonly known as the ‘Lost City of the Incas’ because it’s so remote and difficult to get to. This means that it has very few visitors on a daily basis and is a great alternative if you don’t like large crowds.
One of the lesser known routes to Machu Picchu is the Ancascocha Trek. This means it’s far less crowded than the others. However, that doesn’t make it any less spectacular. National Geographic actually named it one of the 20 dream walks to complete around the world.
The Lares Trek is a once in a lifetime experience. It’s the perfect Andean experience full of wonderful sights including rivers, waterfalls, lagoons, and snowy mountain peaks. It also gets you up close and personal with the local communities.
The name Huchuy Qosqo means ‘little Cusco’ in the Quechua language. It’s an archaeological site north of Cusco that was a military and administrative centre to the Incas. Many believe the Spanish gave it this name as it resembled the city of Cusco a little.
Embark on the most adventurous trekking option in the Cusco Region, and live a cutting edge experience by biking, rafting, ziplining, and trekking through the Inca Paths
The Inca Quarry trek is one of the newest and least crowded trekking routes to Machu Picchu. This wonderful trek will take you past high waterfalls, Inca ruins, and beautiful scenery.
Moonstone Trek 5 Days to Machu Picchu is a new route, which no Agency knows yet, Even this hike is much better than any hike in the Cusco region, with Inca constructions and Inca Trails.
