Travel News from Peru, Cusco and Machu Picchu

Explore Machu Picchu and Cusco, two of Peru’s most iconic destinations, famous for their history, Inca culture, and stunning landscapes. Travelers usually take a train from Cusco to Aguas Calientes and then continue on foot or by bus to reach the citadel.

The Inca Trail is the most popular trekking route, while the Salkantay Trek and Lares Trek offer great alternatives for travelers seeking adventure and fewer crowds. Make sure to acclimate to the altitude, stay hydrated, and check your passport, visa, and travel regulations to fully enjoy your experience in the Peruvian Andes.

Trexperience worlds leading small sustainable organisation 2026

More Than a Trek: TreXperience Nominated for the World's Leading Small Sustainable Organisation Award in 2026

Tue, 10/06/2026 - 11:01

Help TreXperience bring a global sustainability award to Peru! TreXperience has been nominated for World's Leading Small Sustainable Organisation 2026 at the World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards (WSTHA), the sister event of the World Travel Awards. For the Cusco tour operator, the nomination brings international attention to its social responsibility and work with high Andean communities.

Kuska Asirikusun: Oral Health Campaign for TreXperience Porters and Their Children

Published 8 days ago

As part of our commitment to the well-being of the TreXperience family, on September 30, 2026, we organized "Kuska Asirikusun, Smiling Together", an…

Oral Health Campaign Patacancha Community for TreXperience Porters | TreXperience

Sacsayhuaman Cleanup Campaign: TreXperience’s Environmental Commitment

Published 11 days ago

As part of our commitment to the environment, cultural heritage, and sustainable tourism in Peru, the TreXperience team took part in a cleanup…

Cleaning Campaign TreXperience Sascsayhuaman | TreXperience

Machu Picchu Inca Bridge Route to Close September 20–25

Published 21 days ago

Emergency conservation work will temporarily suspend Route 1-D at Machu Picchu. Visitors with affected bookings will be redirected to the route…

Inca Trail Reopening Confirmed for September 5, 2026

Published 1 months ago

Routes 1, 2, and 3 of the Inca Trail network will welcome hikers again beginning Saturday, September 5, following a multi-agency technical inspection…

Inca Trail to Machu Picchu Set to Reopen September | TreXperience

Reviews

Michael C October 8, 2026

Salkantay 5D with TreXperience: highly recommend

Dear Michael,Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're delighted that you enjoyed the 5-day Salkantay Trek and felt well cared for throughout the journey. It's especially rewarding to hear that Filio and Evans made such a positive impression with their dedication and passion. We're also glad you appreciated the hard work of our chef and support team, the varied itinerary, and the great company along the way. Thank you for your recommendation!Best regards,RaquelTreXperience

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LILY October 8th, 2026

Lares Trek to Machu Picchu 4 Days with Hot Springs

★★★★★

we have a wonderful trek at Lares tre k

Yurrit A Oct 09, 2026

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Me and a friend of mine wrapped this trip up two days ago, along with two other group members. Guided by Royer throughout the whole trek and supported by our chef Heime (sorry if this is not how it is spelled), assistant chef Jaime and Mario to guide the mules carrying our gear in the right direction, we had a truly unforgettable 4 days. Royer shared tonnes of trivia during the hikes as well as during breakfast, lunch breaks and dinner. You could tell he is passionate about fauna and flora, because he regularly stopped to point out specific plants and their uses, or opportunities to spot interesting animals. We felt truly blessed with this crew. All meals were far better than what we expected to get during such an adventure, Royer ensured we knew what to expect during the coming days with a clear briefing one day in advance and regular updates whenever we had our meals together. Make sure you know what you are getting into. The trip is not for the faint of heart. You will be walking a lot and ascending/descending many hundreds of meters. You will be camping on a cold mountain slope and won't always be able to enjoy the comfort of the hotels you might have stayed in the days before. But if you are ready for this, you will be rewarded with some of the most amazing views and environments Peru has to offer.

Leïla Simão October 10, 2026

Una experiencia increíble con nuestros guías Javier y Ade y nuestro grupo. Recomendamos ampliamente esta agencia; todo fue perfecto.

Clairous October 8, 2026

Incredible experience

Chère Clairous,Un immense merci pour votre adorable témoignage ! Nous sommes ravis que vous ayez vécu une si belle aventure sur le trek de Lares avec vos amies, sous le soleil généreux de Pachamama ! Toribio sera touché par votre « best of the best », et Luis Alberto et Ruben seront heureux de savoir que leur cuisine vous a régalées. Merci du fond du cœur pour votre confiance et votre recommandation !Bien cordialement,RaquelTreXperience

Carolina September 14th, 2026

Salkantay Trek 5 Days to Machu Picchu with Vistadome Train

It has been a wonderful experience—both from a sporting perspective, due to the physical challenge of the trek, and on a personal level, because of what we experienced and shared. Special mention goes to the team of porters and cooks for their tremendous effort and for making our stay so comfortable, as well as to the lead guide, José Abad, and the assistant guides, Alejandro and Lourdes, who led the group splendidly and helped us with every detail we needed. A 10 out of 10.

Christopher B Oct 09, 2026

Short Inca Trail 2 Days to Machu Picchu - Christopher Baets x2

a great trip with some wonderful memories but that was one heck of a hike!!! Our whole team made it but those constant stairs and up/downs almost killed me !! make sure you can handle a 10 km walk before you even think of attempting this. Especially with the thinner air it was a real struggle to make it. While I've done 10km marathons fairly easily, this was a whole different level of hard due to stairs and altitude! Well worth the efforts though! The food was fantastic, better than many of the overpriced restaurant foods in fact and our guides were amazing at explaining the flora and fauna surrounding us. They also had great explanations of Inca culture, history and details about the various ruines/monuments/historical spots you'll travel through on this fantastic journey.

Loes Bolster October 9, 2026

La excursión de 4 días al Salkantay fue todo un éxito. Felicitaciones a nuestro guía, Royer. Es un guía entusiasta, muy atento y que lo organiza todo a la perfección. La comida durante la caminata estuvo deliciosa y siempre fresca, gracias a Jheymi y Jamie. ¡Muy recomendable!

DominicJones1981 October 8, 2026

Fantastic trek with stunning scenery

We had a fantastic 5-day Salkantay trek with Trexperience and were very lucky with the weather for most of the trip. The scenery is genuinely spectacular, although some of the downhill sections are surprisingly challenging and tricky underfoot.The trek is physically demanding, particularly for first-time hikers. The accommodation varied considerably — from a basic tent, to a hut, to a hotel room — so it’s worth being prepared for some fairly basic overnight stays. If you’re new to multi-day trekking, an upgrade may be worth considering where available. I particularly appreciated having access to a hot shower when we could: it made a surprisingly big difference to energy levels and the general vibe going into the following day.The food was a real highlight: excellent cooked meals throughout, with plenty of variety and flavour given the remote locations.Our guides, Evans and Filio, were great company throughout. Filio in particular was charismatic and brought plenty of energy and personality to the group. At times, clearer and more direct information about plans and practicalities would have been helpful, as things could occasionally get lost amongst the banter.Collections, drop-offs and the wider logistics were all handled smoothly, and contact with the organisation was never a problem. There is inevitably a fair bit of bag repacking, downsizing and moving things between bags along the way, which can get a little tiresome, but that’s part and parcel of doing a multi-day trek like this.Overall, a challenging but hugely rewarding experience, with incredible scenery, excellent food and a great team. Definitely worth doing if you’re prepared for the physical demands and some basic accommodation along the way.

Faustino September 12th, 2026

The trek is challenging, especially because of the elevation you have to climb to reach Salkantay. That said, it's well worth the effort. The scenery and the route are beautiful. I definitely recommend doing it.

Ram Das D Oct 08, 2026

Short Inca Trail 2 Days to Machu Picchu - Ram Das Diwakaran x2

Willian and Fernando were amazing guides and took care of us very well from start to finish. Communication was very clear up front, during and after the trek. The narrated many things as part of the history and kept us informed all the way. The guides stuck to the group throughout and ensured everyone's needs were accommodated. The food prepared by the chefs were amazing. We had one of the nicest trekking experiences with them; highly recommend Willian and Fernando!

Reina Lanters October 6, 2026

¡Mi experiencia con Trexperience fue increíble! Todo estuvo muy bien organizado. Julio, nuestro guía, cuidó muy bien del grupo y tiene muchísimos conocimientos sobre los incas, ¡además de un gran sentido del humor! Balvino, el chef, preparó comida deliciosa y, junto con el equipo de porteadores, se aseguraron de que todo estuviera en orden. ¡Sin duda recomiendo reservar con esta empresa!