Peru is home to an infinity of archaeological sites to explore and learn about the ancient history of the country. And among all its wonderful destinations, Cusco offers us a great variety of complexes and sites to discover. And when we talk about Cusco, we are also referring to the nearby Sacred Valley of the Incas. Within the beautiful valley, you will find a series of very important places, among which is Ollantaytambo. The ancient Inca temple and fortress located in the northwest of the Valley is known as Ollantaytambo. Although, the town located not far from the archaeological site is also called Ollantaytambo. And together with the Spider Travel Peru team, we have prepared a small article about this remarkable archaeological complex.
If you are planning to do the classic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, or the alternative Lares Trek, you will need some specific equipment to make the most out of your experience. Here are some of the essential items that you should consider bringing with you: Remember to pack light and only bring the essentials, as […]
Immersion into the indigenous Culture The indigenous communities found on the mountain sides of the Lares Valley are very isolated. We think this is why these communities have managed to preserve their age-old customs, traditions and way of life. They keep their culture alive and thriving on the most authentic way. Not much has changed in hundreds […]
Cusco’s Main Airport, officially known as the Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ), is located in the city of Cusco, which is situated in the Andes Mountains of southeastern Peru. The airport is named after Alejandro Velasco Astete, a Peruvian pilot who was the first to cross the Andes Mountains by air in 1925. The […]
