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Guides and tips for traveling in Cusco and the Andes
Itineraries, altitude, the best times to go and practical tips, written by the Tari Tours team here in Cusco.
Tips, itineraries and travel stories
Responsible tourism at Machu Picchu: a guide to a sustainable visit
How to visit Machu Picchu with minimal impact: the rules inside the citadel, greener travel choices and how to make your money support local people.
What to eat before, during and after a trek in Cusco
What to eat before, during and after the Salkantay Trek or the Inca Trail: carbs to load up, snacks for the climbs and food that helps you recover.
5 Andean rituals you can still see in Cusco
From the offering to Pachamama to coca tea and the calientito toast: five Andean rituals and customs you can see, and sometimes join, in Cusco.
Ollantaytambo: the Inca fortress that made the Spanish retreat
The Sacred Valley town where the Incas won their most famous battle against the Spanish: its history, defensive terraces, living Inca streets and visit tips.
Inti, Pachamama and the Apus: the Andean worldview of the Incas
Who were Inti, the Pachamama and the Apus, and what are the three Inca worlds? A short guide to the beliefs behind the temples you’ll see in Cusco.
Trekking gear in Cusco: rent it or bring it from home?
Rent or bring your trekking gear for Salkantay or the Inca Trail? The three items you should never skimp on and when renting in Cusco makes sense.