SAM Travel Peru - Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, Salkantay, Lares Trek, Cusco
SAM TRAVEL PERU EXPEDITION EIRL is an experienced adventure travel company that offers unique experience to little known wilderness place. We will work with you to create the trip of a lifetime experience in Peru. Our adventure hikes are specifically and carefully designed, and you will find many of them ONLY on this site. All our treks are only and strictly operated by SAM TRAVEL PERU with our professional staff. We have a high quality service and good reputation ensuring that only SAM TRAVEL PERU staff operate SAM TRAVELPERU's unique treks and tour. We are specialize in PRIVATE and SMALL groups, taking unique ways or trails no one else goes and camping at places no one else does.
Hiking to the Lost City of the Incas; Machu Picchu
Hiking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu is one of the best hikes that exist in the world for its exquisite natural beauty and different ecological niches ranging from high desert to tropical Andean forest. During their empire, the Incas created a vast network of roads that crossed the Andes from Argentina to Colombia and from the coast to the Amazon rain forest. The Inca Trail to Machu Picchu is a branch which goes from the Andes to the jungle. The Inca Trail is not the only hike that ends at Machu Picchu There are amazing alternative treks like: Salkantay Trek, Lares Trek, Choquequirao Trek and Huchuy Qosqo. Once you are at Machu Picchu you can take the opportunity to hike Huaynapicchu Mountain which has amazing views of the ruins and lots of opportunity to take photos. Whichever path you take, you will have an amazing reward when you first see the Lost City of the Incas; Machu Picchu
Paragliding Tour in Cusco - Parapete, Machu Picchu, SAM Travel Peru
Day 1: Chinchero - Paragliding camp - Cusco
At 8:30 in the morning we go to Chincheros, take instructions, and try incrementally longer jumps, until a jump of some 500 meters of flight. The guide shows you how to control the paraglide in the air and do zigzags (slaloms). We will return to Cusco around 2:00 in the afternoon.
Note: On this day, we can organize a tour to Moray and Salineras, as a complementary of your adventure paragliding tour in Cusco!
Moray ruins; located at 3,450mt, we find the agricultural terraces of Moray with their complex system of irrigation and terraces. These terraces served as a natural green house to grow an extraordinary variety of crops at an altitude that they would typically only grow in the tropical Andes. It has also been suggested that they had a cosmological meaning.
Salt Mines; (Salineras) which consist of 3,000 small pools roughly 5 square meters (53.8 ft²) in size. Every three days, during the dry season, workers fill the pools with salt water that comes from natural springs at the top of the Maras complex, and when the water evaporates from the pool the salt is left for collection. This process is carried out over a one month period until the pools reach an approximate volume of solid salt that is 10 centimeters (4 inches) in height. The salt is ground up, treated with iodine, and packaged and sent to the various markets of the region.
NOTE: The PARAGLIDING adventure tour can be organize in Lima by SAM Travel Peru.. !
Salkantay Trek, Hike to Machu Picchu, Peru Hiking Tours, SAM Travel Cusco
SAM Travel Peru has the best itinerary, designed by the only specialist in trekking OFF the beaten tracks, in which you will visit 2 glacial lakes, and enjoy amazing glaciers.
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Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu by SAM TRAVEL PERU
The appeal of the SHORT INCA TRAIL TO MACHU PICCHU is the stunning combination of Inca ruins, magnificent mountains, exotic vegetation and extraordinary ecological variety. The trail goes through the National Park and the Sun Gate with unforgettable views of Machu Picchu, through cloud forest, and finally into subtropical vegetation. Ending at the magnificent wonder of the world: Machu Picchu.
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SAM Travel Peru - Hiking Tours to Machu Picchu - Lares Trek
SAM TRAVEL PERU is a well-established quality tour operator based in Cusco. In 2013 a Peruvian had the insight with the aim of creating a responsible and sustainable Ecotourism activity in the Cusco region. The outcome has achieved a unique and an unforgettable adventure of a lifetime.
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Lares Trek 4D/3N To Machu Picchu - SAM TRAVEL
The Lares Trek 4 days / 3 nights To Machu Picchu is an SAM TRAVEL's experience.
Come with SAM Travel and get 2 hours of guiding tour into the Pisac Inca ruins when no one is there, then hike OFF the beaten path though the LARES VALLEY, passing by isolated communities where you may interact with local who are still keeping the culture alive, enjoy glaciers, glacial lakes, waterfalls, llamas, alpacas and right by the end of the hike, enjoy the natural volcanic hot springs for relaxing the muscles.. On last day enjoy the sunrise at Machu Picchu !
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Salkantay Trek 5 Days/4 Nights - SAM Travel Peru
Salkantay Trek 5 Days/4 Nights - SAM Travel Peru
It is the best itinerary designed by the only specialist in trekking OFF the beaten tracks, in which you will visit 2 glacial lakes, and enjoy amazing glaciers. We include the third camping site at Llactapata Inca ruins which are located right in front of Machu Picchu. From this view point enjoy the greatest angle view of Machu Picchu and the surrounding mountains like: Huayna Picchu Mt, Machu Picchu Mt and Salkantay Mt. Also you will hike through the original Inka Trail on the way to the Inca ruins, from Llactapata you will enjoy the sunset & sunrise over Machu Picchu....
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Machu Picchu -Sam Travel Peru
Machu Picchu is an Incan citadel set high in the Andes Mountains in Peru, above the Urubamba River valley. Built in the 15th century and later abandoned, it’s renowned for its sophisticated dry-stone walls that fuse huge blocks without the use of mortar, intriguing buildings that play on astronomical alignments and panoramic views. Its exact former use remains a mystery.
Inca Trail Hike Peru
Join SAM Travel Peru for an unforgettable, once in a lifetime Peruvian travel experience
SAM Travel Peru is an experienced adventure trekking company that offers unique experience to little known wilderness place. We will work with you to create the trip of a lifetime experience in Peru. Our adventure hikes are specifically and carefully designed, and you will find many of them ONLY on this site.
All our treks are only and strictly operated by SAM TRAVEL PERU with our professional staff. We have a high quality service and good reputation ensuring that only SAM TRAVEL PERU staff operate SAM TRAVELPERU's unique treks and tour. We are specialize in PRIVATE and SMALL groups, taking unique ways or trails no one else goes and camping at places no one else does.
Hiking to the Lost City of the Incas; Machu Picchu
Hiking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu is one of the best hikes that exist in the world for its exquisite natural beauty and different ecological niches ranging from high desert to tropical Andean forest. During their empire, the Incas created a vast network of roads that crossed the Andes from Argentina to Colombia and from the coast to the Amazon rain forest. The Inca Trail to Machu Picchu is a branch which goes from the Andes to the jungle. The Inca Trail is not the only hike that ends at Machu Picchu There are amazing alternative treks like: Salkantay Trek, Lares Trek, Choquequirao Trek and Huchuy Qosqo. Once you are at Machu Picchu you can take the opportunity to hike Huaynapicchu Mountain which has amazing views of the ruins and lots of opportunity to take photos. Whichever path you take, you will have an amazing reward when you first see the Lost City of the Incas; Machu Picchu
Huchuy Qosqo 2 DAYS / 1 NIGHT SAM TRAVEL Peru
This is a fantastic 2 day trek that enables you to hike from Cusco across the Sacred Valley. Even though it would appear to be in a populated area, you soon discover the true wildness of the Andes. This is a fantastic hike and Huchuy Qosqo (Small Cusco) is an interesting set of ruins that are believed to have been abandoned by the time the Spanish arrived in Peru. You can do this hike and also visit Machu Picchu on day 2.
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Inca Trail with Sam Travel Peru
Hiking the Inca Trail Machu Picchu is one of the best hikes that exist in the world for its exquisite natural beauty and different ecological niches ranging from high deserts to tropical forests. During their empire, the Incas created a vast network of roads that go throughout the Andes from Argentina to Colombia and from the coast to the Amazon rain forest. The Inca Trail Machu Picchu is a branch which goes from the Andes to the Jungle.
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Mountain Bike to Machu Picchu | Lares Trek | SAM Travel Peru | Rafting Tour Cusco
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Highlights: Andean native Quechua speaker people, llamas, alpacas, amazing views, lakes, trekking off the beaten track in Peru, Machu Picchu, train ride, Mountain bike, rafting tour and valles.
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Machu Picchu Reviews, Inca Trail, Salkantay Trek, Sam Travel Peru, Lares, Peru Tour Choquequirao
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SAM TRAVELPERU is a well-established quality tour operator based in Cusco; since 2011 by a Peruvian with the aim of promoting a responsible and sustainable Ecotourism activity in Cusco region, creating unique and an unforgettable adventures of a lifetime.
SAM TRAVEL PERU is an adventure trekking specialist that offers unique experience to little known wildness places. Our adventure hikes are specially and carefully designed and you will find many of them ONLY on this site.
Trekking in the Andes is a passion for us -- which we would like to share with you. We highly recommended these alternative treks to Machu picchu and other location as a wonderful way to get Off the Beaten Track and experience the real authentic Peru.
All our treks are only and strictly operated by SAM TRAVEL PERU with our professional staff. We have a high quality service and good reputation ensuring that only SAM TRAVEL PERU staff operate SAM TRAVELPERU'S unique treks and we are specialize in PRIVATE and SMALL groups, taking unique ways or trails no one else goes and camping at places no one else does.
We are a local sustainable & responsible tourism operator for that we incorporate the universal principle of tourism: protect the environment and benefit the local communities respecting their culture and religion. To this end, we have trained all our local staff that know, understand, feel and respect the place and the people.
Pachamanca - SAM TRAVEL Peru
“Pachamanca” meaning in Quechua “Earth Pot” is a traditional cooking technique based on the stewing by rock heat, which are previously heated. The main idea is to cook ingredients with this heat underground, using banana leaves to separate ingredients from rocks and soil. The main ingredients are lamb, chicken, pork and guinea pig previously marinated with Andean spices, also different sorts of potatoes, corn and Andean aromatic herbs which give a unique flavor to this exotic dish. You will have the chance to participate in the preparation of a traditional Pachamanca and learn the ancient techniques used for centuries by Andean people to create this unique way of cooking.
10 Reasons Why We Love Peru ❤️
Join us as we share 10 reasons why we love Peru. We've now been visiting Peru for travel and to visit family almost annually since 2015. We've come to like many things about Peru over the years including some of the fascinating destinations to explore and especially Peruvian food. Do you also love Peru? Let us know in the comments below.
Our 10 reasons why we love Peru:
1) Peru offers incredible diversity in terms of places to visit
2) Peruvian food and Peruvian cuisine is some of the best in the world
3) The history and culture of Peru is fascinating
4) Peruvian people are very hospitable and friendly
5) Shopping in Peru at markets and grocery stores
6) Prices in Peru are reasonable for travellers
7) Peru is well equipped for tourism
8) Peru offers new regions to explore for return travelers
9) The climate of Peru is very favorable
10) We have family in Peru that we visit frequently
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This is part of our Travel in Peru video series showcasing Peruvian food, Peruvian culture and Peruvian cuisine.
Esto es parte de nuestra serie de videos de viajes a Perú que muestra comida peruana, cultura peruana y cocina peruana.
15 Things to do in Cusco Travel Guide
Many travelers to Cusco use the city as a launching pad to hike the Inca trail, visit Machu Picchu and/or explore the Sacred Valley. With so many travel options just outside of the city it is easy to forget that Cuzco has a lot to offer in and of itself. The following Cusco travel guide is our attempt to showcase what the city has to offer in terms of attractions, things to do, shopping, dining, museums and nightlife. In our opinion, you'll want to budget several days to take it all in and acclimatize to the higher altitude if you're thinking of going on hiking excursions afterwards.
Our visit Cusco travel guide covers some of the top attractions including the best in arts, entertainment, museums, nightlife and restaurants. We also cover off-the-beaten-path activities that you won't find in your typical tourism brochure or Cusco city guide.
1) Cusco Cathedral (Viracocha) - Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption of the Virgin (Iglesia de la Compania de Jesus)
2) Inca Wall
3) Traditional Peruvian Folk Dance at Centro Qosqo
4) Barrio de San Blas Neighborhood
5) Artisan Market on Ave del Sol
6) Cusco Food (Alpaca meat skewers - alpaca a la parrilla
7) Pisco Museum (Museo del Pisco)
8) Plaza de Armas (Square of the warrior)
9) Inca Museum (Museo Inka)
10) Chocolate Museum (ChocoMuseo)
11) Temple of the Sun (Qurikancha)
12) Templo de la Compañía de Jesús (Jesuit Church)
13) Cuy - eating Guinea pig for dinner
14) El Templo de la Merced del Cusco
15) Nightlife in Cusco - drinking a pisco sour
Alternate Cuzco/Cusco spelling: (Quechua: Qusqu or Qosqo)
15 Things to do in Cusco, Peru | Top Attractions Travel Guide:
If you're planning to walk the Inca Trail or visit Machu Picchu, you'll likely end up spending at least a few days in Cuzco. With it's lively square, quirky museums, artisans markets and traditional performances, this is exactly the type of destination you'll want to linger in...plus let's not forget, it's also a good place to adjust to the altitude! The following video will showcase 15 things to do in Cuzco:
Cuzco Cathedral is a place you shouldn't miss. The cathedral sits on the site of Viracocha Inca’s palace, and it was also built using blocks from the nearby Inca site of Sacsaywamán. Inside you'll find impressive works of art done in the cuzqueña style.
In the evenings, you can go watch a traditional dance performance at Centro Qosqo.
San Blas
San Blas is one of the oldest neighbourhoods in Cuzco and it is a great area to explore on foot. The neighbourhood is known for its bright blue doors and window shutters, and it has a nice little square with a church and a water fountain. The neighbourhood has some really cool lookout points with great panoramic views of Cuzco, so you'll want to bring your camera.
Plaza de Armas is the beating heart of Cuzco. The square is flanked by a Jesuit church and cathedral, and there are also plenty of bars, restaurants, and tour agencies around the perimeter. During the day you'll find locals and tourists hanging out in the square, and if you get lucky, you might just encounter a performance followed by a demonstration like we did.
The Inca Museum is one of the main museums in town and it has rooms dedicated to different periods of Inca and Spanish history. You can also see women weaving rugs and tapestries by hand in the central courtyard.
Qurikancha was an Inca temple built to the Sun God, Inti, and it is believed that the walls of this temple were once covered in sheets of gold. If the temple looks like it has various layers of construction, that's because when the Spaniards arrived, they demolished the original temple and used the foundations to build the Church of Santo Domingo on the site.
The Church of the Society of Jesus is a historic Jesuit church. It's worth a quick visit if you're in the area.
Templo de la Merced is another church located one block from Plaza de Armas, and it contains the tomb of two famous conquistadors.
And that's a wrap for Cuzco! We hope you enjoyed this video and that it showed you a few of the places you can visit while you're in the city. We recommend spending at least 3 days here, or perhaps a few more if you also want to tour the Sacred Valley. As always, if you have any other suggestions of things to do in Cuzco, feel free to share those in the comments below.
This is part of our Travel in Peru series. We're making a series of videos showcasing Peruvian culture, Peruvian arts, Peruvian foods, Peruvian religion, Peruvian cuisine and Peruvian people. All things Peruano. The best of Comida Peruana and Cocina Peruana.
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Sam Travel Peru's Equipments - MachuPicchu Tour
SAM TRAVELPERU is a well-established quality tour operator based in Cusco; since 2011 by a Peruvian with the aim of promoting a responsible and sustainable Ecotourism activity in Cusco region, creating unique and an unforgettable adventures of a lifetime.
SAM TRAVEL PERU is an adventure trekking specialist that offers unique experience to little known wildness places. Our adventure hikes are specially and carefully designed and you will find many of them ONLY on this site.
We are specialist in the Inca Trail alternate (or alternatives) routes, so if you have missed out on a place on the classic Inca trail. Then you have come to the right place to find some great Inca Trail alternatives and options. Many of our specially designed treks are great alternative to the Traditional Inca Trail.
All our treks are only and strictly operated by SAM TRAVEL PERU with our professional staff. We have a high quality service and good reputation ensuring that only SAM TRAVEL PERU staff operate SAM TRAVELPERU'S unique treks and we are specialize in PRIVATE and SMALL groups, taking unique ways or trails no one else goes and camping at places no one else does.
We are a local sustainable & responsible tourism operator for that we incorporate the universal principle of tourism: protect the environment and benefit the local communities respecting their culture and religion. To this end, we have trained all our local staff that know, understand, feel and respect the place and the people.
Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu
Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu trek takes you around the stunning Mount Salkantay, which is the second largest mountain in Cusco region (6,277m / 20,577ft). On your first night, you will camp within the clear sight of the snow capped peak of Salkantay Mountain. Second day will be the longest day of the trek, the most challenging, and you will climb a bit harder. However, the view at the top is stunning and unique.
The walk to the famous Apacheta pass which is at 4650m/15,088ft is not strenuous nor very steep. Afterward, it is mainly a descent into more tropical area passing Andenes and Chaullay. On your third night, you will camp at LLACTAPATA (2,700m/9,157ft) while enjoying the great views of Machu picchu,Wuayna Picchu mountains and the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu (Inca city). Ending at the most important mystic center of the world: Machu Picchu.
Lares Trek
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SAM Travel Peru is the only tour operator with its own scenic and cultural trekking route, that treks COMPLETELY OFF THE BEATEN PATH with the LARES TREK TO MACHU PICCHU. You pass through the most isolated indigenous communities keeping the Inca culture alive, and get the privilege to interact with them. Our own unique route is incredibly picturesque, with majestic ice glaciers, shockingly blue glacial lakes, waterfalls, llamas, and alpacas. We are the only tour operator that includes the PISAC INCA RUINS on top of the Lares Trek to Machu Picchu — NO ONE HAS A BETTER DEAL than SAM Travel Peru for this trek.