Our hiking group had reached the highest point of our trek through the Andes to Machu Picchu. Now, our guide was leading us in a Quechua ritual. We took turns placing stones in an “apacheta” pyramid ...

Embarking on a trek to the legendary Lost City of the Incas is a pinnacle experience for many travelers. This journey is a multi-day immersion into Andean culture, breathtaking landscapes, and ...

Occluded from the unknowing eye by low-lying mountain mists, layers upon layers of Andean peaks, and thousands of miles of steeply ascending trails, the sanctuary of Machu Picchu was only discovered ...

Located at the top of the Andes in Southern Peru, Machu Picchu is one of the most popular tourist destinations worldwide. As a UNESCO World Heritage site and a highly regulated Peruvian Historical ...

After taking on the challenging Salkantay Trek, the retired teachers ascended Huayna Picchu, which overlooks the Inca city of ...

Machu Picchu is a citadel that sits high up in the Andes Mountains. It has been around since the 15th century. It is a mystery to scientists and even locals. Much of the appeal for travelers to visit ...