We stayed at multiple hotels in Cusco and these are our favorites!
We absolutely loved this one! Oxygen available for acclimation & coca tea on demand. The food and rooms were amazing and so close to the action.
Palacio del Inka, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Cusco
We used TripAdvisor wherever we could
THE 10 BEST Hotels in Cusco, Peru 2024 (from $14) - Tripadvisor
In Lima, we stuck to places that offered car service due to the crime rates. We absolutely loved Iberostar through TripAdvisor
The best hotels in Miraflores, Lima, Peru
When visiting Machu Picchu, we stayed at the only place actually on the mountain which is Belmond Sanctuary. The service and staff were impeccable! Once in a life time opportunity!
Sanctuary Lodge, A Belmond Hotel, Machu Picchu
Aguas Calientes was amazing—this is the actual location to stay or arrive to by train or other methods of travel to go to MP. It’s about a half an hour or so bus from / to get up the mountain to Machu Picchu to enter the site. Or hike is much longer,...
Aguas Calientes Hotels - Peru - Tripadvisor
What To Do
Visiting Rainbow Mountain, we found it difficult to sort out options and know we had the best and most safe choices available.
Viator
Get your tickets to Machu Picchu first, and then build your itinerary around it so that you don’t miss it! :)
Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu
Hands down the best tour for Rainbow Mountain
Rainbow Mountain Tour - #1 Ranked Company
This tour was amazing! Between the mini Galapagos, and sand dune surfing—not to mention the amazing lunch options at local spots. Made for a once in a lifetime opportunity without any of the stress!
Paracas, Huacachina and Ballestas Islands Tour from Lima 2025
Layering
Capsule Wardrobe staples! Stay warm without ever getting hot! Long lasting and worth the investment to have amazing quality pieces that can be day to day or seasonal
What's Merino Wool, Why Choose It - Smartwool
The very best lightweight coat for varying weather
Columbia Sportswear: Outdoor Clothing, Outerwear & Accessories
The best waterproof and lightweight pants
Hiking Pants: Backpacking, Trekking & Camping | REI Co-op
Travel Needs
Love this one for travel
Backpacks for Hiking, Biking, Climbing & Adventure | Osprey
Bar shampoo and conditioner is a life saver for traveling anywhere, but especially in green & sustainable countries. Leave no trace, and make packing easy breezy!
Mini solid shampoo and conditioner for travel - Ethique
