Peru is one of the most varied countries in South America. In five weeks I went from the highest navigable lake in the world to desert dunes, glacier lakes, ancient ruins and a surf town on the Pacific coast. The distances are long and the buses are part of the trip. Once you accept that, Peru delivers.
Here is everything I have written about backpacking Peru — practical guides based on five weeks of actual travel.
Kuelap Peru: The Ruin That Beat Machu Picchu
The first thing that struck me about Kuelap Peru was how quiet it was. No queues, no timed entry groups,…
My Machu Picchu Experience: An Epic Four-Day Journey to the Lost City
The big moment of our Machu Picchu experience was finally there: we made it to the gates. After four days…
Backpacking Peru: 5-Week Itinerary, Budget and Real Experiences
Backpacking Peru is an adventure full of extremes. One day you’re standing in the clouds above Machu Picchu, legs still…