Winding through Peru's verdant landscape toward Machu Picchu, this famous four-day hike is not for the faint of heart. That said, recent travelers say the laborious trek pays off with gorgeous scenery ...

There’s a moment in every good heist movie where the plan is working almost too well. The vault unlocks on the first try and no siren alarms. And you just know there will be a comeuppance. There has ...

Peru’s legendary Machu Picchu turns up on many bucket lists -- for good reason. A visit combines touring the Incan ruins with the thrill of trekking in high-altitude countryside. Intrepid Travel ...

As Machu Picchu struggles with crowds of tourists, Joanna Booth finds tranquility at an alternative ancient site ...

Hidden away for centuries in the mountainous cloud forests of Peru, the well-preserved Incan ruins of Machu Picchu are a must for any traveler’s bucket list. Though the site’s origins remain ...

Whether you’re hoping to taste Lima’s legendary culinary scene or hike to Machu Picchu, here's when you should visit.

Note: Some of the below destinations may be affected by the civil unrest in Peru. Check with the U.S. Department of State before traveling. It's hard to believe this iconic "lost city of the Incas" ...

Photo Credit: Peru Sacred Valley Pottery Co-op Welcome Female Traveler Interacting Flowers. Source: G Adventures Peru Sacred Valley Pottery Co-op Welcome Female Traveler Interacting Flowers. Source: G ...

Several years ago, I was hired to lead a trip to Peru. The trip was organized by a group travel company and was expertly executed in every way, with the exception of the in-over-his-head host. The ...