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trvl-Dest-Latin America-Peru-Machu Picchu: Magical but...

Sun, 25 May 2008 09:57:46 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author abceasy - Machu Picchu is a truely beautiful place in a increasly concrete world. But looking at all these reviews, they seem to be slightly too rosey, because there are also many drawbacks to a place so highly commericalised. I'll start with the good. The...

trvl-Dest-Latin America-Peru-Machu Picchu: Inca Trail with GAP Adventures

Fri, 16 May 2008 17:24:47 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author tiempo7 - It seems like everyone and their mother is either planning to or just completed hiking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. I would be in the latter group. In October 2007, I booked a trip with GAP Adventures (www.gapadventures.com) for an 8-day trip for...

trvl-Dest-Latin America-Peru-Machu Picchu: Ready-to-go!!!

Tue, 7 Nov 2006 00:04:32 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author myopia - I went to Peru in a group of 4 with the intent to see some of the Amazon and Machu Picchu....both of these goals were met and surpassed. We spent four days in the Amazon basin at Sandoval Lake Lodge----EXCELLENT location and beautiful experience! We...

trvl-Dest-Latin America-Peru-Machu Picchu: Walking the 4-day Inka Trail hike with Q'ente

Wed, 1 Feb 2006 00:42:03 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author suzlee - Since last year's change in regulations for the Inka Trail, it's best now to book any walking tours or hikes along the Inka Trail prior to landing in Cusco. A guide is also mandatory on the Inka Trail hike. There's a limit of 500 people per day walking...

trvl-Dest-Latin America-Peru-Machu Picchu: Machu Picchu and Cuzco. The Inca jewels of Peru.

Wed, 30 Nov 2005 08:46:11 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author travelgall - Flying into Cuzco I had the terrible feeling I was flying into yet another dusty s***hole of the type that can be found throughout South America, Africa and various other undeveloped parts of the 2nd/3rd world. Harsh I know, but if you want happy happy...

trvl-Dest-Latin America-Peru-Machu Picchu: Rarely Is Hype So Deserved

Tue, 21 Dec 2004 12:32:24 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author smadakcin - For many people, Macchu Picchu is the sole reason for visiting Peru - the citadel features on most every "to see" list, every dream trip. It is the image which defines South America, as famous as the Grand Canyon, as iconic as the Eiffel Tower. And as...

trvl-Dest-Latin America-Peru-Machu Picchu: Machu Picchu

Sat, 17 Jan 2004 14:26:37 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author au288 - There is so much to see in this area of the world. Be sure to educate yourself on all the options before you make the final plans for your trip. You don't want to miss out! My husband and I spent a month in Peru. It is not necessary to stay this long,...

trvl-Dest-Latin America-Peru-Machu Picchu: Machu Picchu, Cuzco, Peru

Wed, 17 Sep 2003 19:47:26 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author realadventure - Hiking the Inca Trail and finally reaching the threshold where Machu Picchu loomed in the distance, clear of any other people as the sun rose has to be one of the best adventures in the world. I put together a “self-package” trip for one person from the...

trvl-Dest-Latin America-Peru-Machu Picchu: Machu Picchu - Shrouded In Mystery!

Wed, 14 May 2003 15:03:19 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author whalewatcher - Much has been written and said about Machu Picchu, but to think that no matter what one hears or reads about this truly magical place, all of it quite simply boils down to mere speculation. No one really knows exactly how and why Machu Picchu came to be,...

trvl-Dest-Latin America-Peru-Machu Picchu: Vacations don't get any better than this!

Wed, 16 Oct 2002 11:47:13 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author ronnie44 - We went to Machu Picchu in May, 2002. It was, without a doubt, the most incredible vacation that we have ever had. I've traveled all through Europe and North America, and this was in a class all of it's own. We went online and booked three days at the...

trvl-Dest-Latin America-Peru-Machu Picchu: Magical Machu Picchu and not so common activities

Wed, 26 Jun 2002 14:09:54 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author acgutierrez - This is THE BEST opportunity to be impressed by a human act/culture/civilization. The Incas were a magnificent culture but no book or archaelogist can really explain how magnificent they really were until you are there. You won't believe your eyes!!
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trvl-Dest-Latin America-Peru-Machu Picchu: Machu Picchu - a dream that lives

Mon, 25 Mar 2002 14:39:46 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author azielinski - The purpose of my trip to Peru was to see Machu Picchu. While I enjoyed Lima and the other Inca sites in and around Cusco and in the Sacred Valley – Machu Picchu was what I had dreamed of. I was not disappointed.

First, let’s take care of...

trvl-Dest-Latin America-Peru-Machu Picchu: Are you ready to hike the Inca Trail?

Sun, 22 Jul 2001 21:50:30 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author mindaneo - Two girlfriends and I had just arrived in Cuzco, Peru. We found a hostel that would hold our belongs until we returned from the trip. We had our backpacks, tent, sleeping bags and camp stove. We bought a map, hired a guide, and bought some potatoes and...

trvl-Dest-Latin America-Peru-Machu Picchu: Choosing an Outfitter on the Inca Trail

Sun, 31 Dec 2000 18:10:06 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author BillyBrown - For all its drawbacks, the Inca Trail is fantastic. The Inca sites were all fascinating, and while the trail is packed with travelers (hence the other name, “The Gringo Trail”), the history and the awesome scenery are worth it. The terrain ranges from...

trvl-Dest-Latin America-Peru-Machu Picchu: Magnificent Machu Picchu

Mon, 20 Nov 2000 14:14:24 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author cinimod -
Review Topic: Sights & Attractions

“And now, for something completely different” – Monty Python

This Epinion has a photo album to show pictures of a place that I am not able to adequately describe in words...

trvl-Dest-Latin America-Peru-Machu Picchu: Staying at the Sanctuary

Thu, 12 Oct 2000 10:40:20 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author kit213 -
Review Topic: Practical Information

Last winter I lived out of a small backpack for 8 weeks in Italy. This winter I decided I was getting too old, wanted somebody else to carry my luggage, and wanted to enjoy living out of a...

trvl-Dest-Latin America-Peru-Machu Picchu: Inca Trail Hike to Machu Picchu

Wed, 21 Jun 2000 14:47:46 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author kdonica - I hiked to Machu Picchu on a group trip with the company Explorandes. It was four days of hiking and three nights of camping. The Inca Trail hike is beautiful - more beautiful that I could have imagined. Plus, there are several Inca ruins on the way...

trvl-Dest-Latin America-Peru-Machu Picchu: Backpacking to Machu Picchu

Fri, 26 May 2000 12:59:28 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author nabejero - May 15, 2000. The view from the Guardhouse of Machu Picchu is absolutely breathtaking! There was an early morning mist when we arrived at Intipunko (Gate of the Sun), as we concluded our four-day hike on the Inca Trail, so we missed the sunrise vista...

trvl-Dest-Latin America-Peru-Machu Picchu: An Incredible Journey

Thu, 18 May 2000 17:05:08 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author skywriter5 - A year and a half ago while visiting Cuzco, Peru, my husband and I took a trip to Machu Picchu. We decided to take our time getting there and to stop and see the sights along the way so we hailed a cab to take us into the Andes. The ride was...

trvl-Dest-Latin America-Peru-Machu Picchu: the sacred valley

Fri, 31 Mar 2000 13:52:15 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author charly2000 - WEATHER: Sunny

TRIP RATING: 10

ROUTE:

Arrived at Cusco by train from Puno, 7h25 a.m. to 6h p.m. S/78.45 in Inka Class

Great landscapes on the way. Bring pens with you to offer to children at the train stops (numerous),...

trvl-Dest-Latin America-Peru-Machu Picchu: To avoid altitude sickness

Sat, 5 Feb 2000 19:36:01 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author EdLortz - The way to avoid altitude sickness in Cusco - Machu Picchu is not to go there first. Start in the Urabamba River Valley (Sacred Valley to the Incas), best in the Posada del Inca hotel in Yucay. Since you will only be at 8000 feet, it will be much easier...

trvl-Dest-Latin America-Peru-Machu Picchu: hiking the Inca Trail

Wed, 12 Jan 2000 11:59:10 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author robbudo - I hiked the trail this past summer. I have many cost saving and stress saving tips.

You should stay in Cuzco for about 3 days to aclimate yourself to the altitude. On day two on the Inca Trail hike, a group had to turn back because of...

trvl-Dest-Latin America-Peru-Machu Picchu: Adventure and Beauty in Machu Picchu

Sun, 9 Jan 2000 20:51:58 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author emmalc - The purity and serenity of nature never ceases to amaze me. Machu Picchu is no exception. I travelled to Trujillo, Peru last July to work in a local symphony. Most of the Peruanos I met highly recommended that I visit Cusco and Machu Picchu before I...

trvl-Dest-Latin America-Peru-Machu Picchu: Land of the Incas

Sat, 8 Jan 2000 01:35:24 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author TheSmartTraveler - I recommend you start your journey to Machu Picchu by purchasing your round trip train ticket from a travel agency in Cuzco to ensure you have a seat on the train both ways! We met people who tried to get on the train but were turned away due to no...

trvl-Dest-Latin America-Peru-Machu Picchu: Walk to the Gate

Wed, 5 Jan 2000 13:24:12 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author L544s - "Machu Picchu came into the sunrise like it had not existed until I got there." That came from page 95 of my diary. I traveled to Peru in May of 1997 and enjoyed it so much that I extended my stay from 3 weeks to 3 months. The first time I...