The Sacred Valley of Peru is more than just a stop on the way to Machu Picchu – it’s a living tapestry of Inca history, Andean landscapes, and vibrant traditions. From ancient ruins in Pisac and ...

Machu Picchu is a bucket list item for many, and for good reason. But too many people just travel through the Sacred Valley to get to the famous Inca ruins. Those who take the time to stop are ...

No trip to Peru is complete without exploring the Inca ruins that surround Cusco, but many travelers rush straight to Machu Picchu without considering what else the region has to offer. Just 15 miles ...

Machu Picchu is the big drawcard for visitors to Peru’s Sacred Valley. — Photos: DAVID BOWDEN The Sacred Valley, drained by the Urubamba River, is home to rich, fertile soil that has made it a cradle ...

Climbing a via ferrata up the Sacred Valley in the Peruvian Andes is only half the fun on this trip. Spending the night suspended 400m above it is the real adventure It’s when my “indestructible” ...

While we’re waiting in a shabby town square in Peru’s Sacred Valley for the bike ride to get under way, a half-dozen stray dogs wandering about begin a hellacious brawl. There’s a lot of yowling and ...

FOR MANY TOURISTS the 15th-century Incan ruins of Machu Picchu, perched 8,000 feet up in the Andes, define Peru. And indeed, the ethereal spot is certainly worthy of the trip. I grew transfixed by the ...

Rainbows are everywhere in Peru’s Sacred Valley of the Incas. The small Andean village of Chinchero, where women weave multi-hued blankets, scarves, table runners and hats out of naturally dyed alpaca ...

Every product on this page was chosen by a Harper's BAZAAR editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy. For my 40th birthday trip I wanted to go on a proper adventure, to a ...