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Machu Picchu with teenagers: how to plan a better family day

Decide what a good day means for your familySome teenagers want the longest possible visit; others prefer a clear plan and time to rest. Check the available entrance conditions, transport connection and walking requirements before choosing the schedule.Protec…

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Machu Picchu with teenagers: how to plan a better family day
Practical preparation

Machu Picchu with teenagers: how to plan a better family day

Decide what a good day means for your familySome teenagers want the longest possible visit; others prefer a clear plan and time to rest. Check the available entrance conditions, t…

By Tikaymi ◷ 3 min
How to plan Peru around a missionary return date
Planning

How to plan Peru around a missionary return date

Put the immovable date firstWrite down the mission, family arrival and international departure dates before choosing destinations. Those dates become the frame for the trip; the r…

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How to plan a Peru family trip around a mission-related date
Planning

How to plan a Peru family trip around a mission-related date

Start with the fixed dateBegin with the date that cannot move: the mission completion, family arrival or return flight. Once that is clear, place Cusco, Machu Picchu and any addit…

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Machu Picchu with children: what makes the day easier
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Machu Picchu with children: what makes the day easier

Choose the pace before the ticketA family visit works better when the route is built around your children’s age, sleep schedule and walking comfort. The earliest option is not aut…

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Where should you start your Peru trip?
Planning

Where should you start your Peru trip?

Start with your international flightFor most international travelers, Lima is the practical arrival point. That does not mean Lima has to be the longest part of the trip. Use your…

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Peru in 7 days: how to connect Lima, Cusco and Machu Picchu
Planning

Peru in 7 days: how to connect Lima, Cusco and Machu Picchu

Is seven days enough?Seven days can cover Lima, Cusco, the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu if you keep the route focused. It is not enough for every major region of Peru. The decis…

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Arequipa and Colca Canyon: how to fit them into Peru
Planning

Arequipa and Colca Canyon: how to fit them into Peru

Start with the route, not the checklistArequipa and Colca Canyon work well as an extension before or after Cusco, but the right order depends on your arrival city and onward conne…

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Private or group tours in Cusco: which one fits your trip?
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Private or group tours in Cusco: which one fits your trip?

The short answerChoose a group tour when you want a defined route and are comfortable sharing transport and guide time. Choose a private tour when your dates, pace, mobility needs…

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What to pack for Cusco and Machu Picchu, by season
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What to pack for Cusco and Machu Picchu, by season

Start with the season, not a generic listCusco has two seasons, and they change your packing list more than anything else. Dry season (roughly April to October) means sunny days, …

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