Tourism in Cusco mostly circulates around adventures to Machu Pichu. But the town itself is a fascinating place for health and wellness. This includes the San Pedro Market with interesting local plant products, San Pedro Cactus excursions at the Temple of the Moon, as well as the mystical Ayahuasca vine plant medicine – but be …
Lima is the culinary capital of Latin America. Forget empanadas, in Lima there’s fusion food such as Chifa (Chinese-Peruvian mix), Cheviche (raw sushi-style fish), “Cuy” (BBQ’ed Guinea-pig or hamster), Beef heart skewers (“Anticuchos”) and for dessert, “Picarones” (deep-fried sweet potato rings with honey). Fitness in Lima The best place to jog in Lima is next …
Arequipa (abbreviated “AQP”) is Peru’s second largest city. However, it’s less popular for tourism than Cusco and Lima. The main tourist activity is to see the Colca Canyon. Otherwise, for hardcore adventurers, hike up Misty Volcano. Or try white water rafting. Arequipa is a great “base camp” for physically challenging activities. Colca Canyon Trek There …