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Peru

20
Aug

Can You Drink Tap Water in Peru? The Best Water Purifiers for Your Trip

Discover Peru’s drinking water situation, compare the best water purification options, and learn how to choose and use the right purifier for your trip.
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31
Jul

How to Get to Machu Picchu: Treks, Trains & Travel Tips

Discover the best ways to reach Machu Picchu by trek or train, including Inca Trail, Salkantay, Lares and Coffee Route adventures.
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Panoramic view of Gocta waterfall of 770 meters high in a contrasting dark blue background of the mountains with the bright green of the forest | Impactful Travel Peru
28
Jul

What to Do When Machu Picchu Tickets are Sold Out

Peru is still an extraordinary destination. Discover alternatives in the Sacred Valley, Amazon, coast, Huaraz, Colca, and Northern Peru.
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03
Jul

Alternative Rainbow Mountains in Peru: Looking Beyond Vinicunca

Almost any Peru itinerary includes a day tour to the Vinicunca Rainbow Mountains from Cusco, a place where nature’s forces have created a unique landscape. At Impactful Travel, our routes generally don’t include this experience. Surprised? We understand. In this article, we’ll explain why we advise against the Vinicunca day tour, what (better) alternatives await...
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A group of people and llamas walk through a scenic mountainous area with greenery and a small stream.
26
Jun

Cusco Region Beyond the Highlights: Alternative Experiences 

At Impactful Travel, we love discovering Peru’s hidden regions and helping travelers experience them responsibly. But if you’re not ready to cross off the incredible Cusco region of your itinerary, we totally get it! The area certainly deserves all the attention it gets. At the same time, it is so much more than the Rainbow...
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01
Jun

The 10 best off-the-beaten-path experiences in Peru 

Peru offers far more than Machu Picchu and the classic tourist trail. This guide explores 10 off-the-beaten-path experiences, from the cloud forests of Chachapoyas and the remote Andes of Ancash to authentic community visits near Lake Titicaca and Colca Canyon. Discover lesser-known places, meaningful cultural connections, and unique ways to experience Peru beyond the crowds.
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06
Feb

Peru’s Hidden Culinary Gems: Authentic Flavors Beyond the Tourist Trail

Dive deep into authentic Peruvian cuisine beyond the tourist trail. Discover hidden huariques, Amazonian fruits, and Andean feasts in this guide to Peru's unsung culinary gems. Your adventure into the true flavors of this land portion of South America starts here.
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Delicious Peruvian avocado Sandwich, one of the tastiest in the world | Impactful Travel Peru
30
Jan

The Best Restaurants in Peru

Get ready to enter Peru’s culinary world. You want to try Peruvian gastronomy, but don’t know what restaurant to go to? Because of the wide variety of options throughout the country, we made a list with the best restaurants in Peru that will help you find the right place. We have divided our recommendations into...
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26
Jan

Solo Travel in Peru: A Complete Guide

Ready to explore Peru on your own? Navigate this stunning destination with confidence. Our Solo Travel guide leads you through rich cultural encounters and iconic visits, ensuring your journey is as impactful as it is unforgettable.
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16
Dec

A Guest Story for Impactful Travel – Our Family Journey Through Peru for Our 30th Wedding Anniversary

For their 30th wedding anniversary, Chantal made an unforgettable journey through Peru with Impactful Travel with the whole family. In this blog, she is taking you along on the adventure! Giving the floor to Chantal: Meet Chantal’s Family! All photos in this blog are provided by this lovely bunch. From the dry coast to the...
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Recent Posts

How to Get to Machu Picchu: Treks, Trains & Travel Tips
31 July 2026
Panoramic view of Gocta waterfall of 770 meters high in a contrasting dark blue background of the mountains with the bright green of the forest | Impactful Travel Peru
What to Do When Machu Picchu Tickets are Sold Out
28 July 2026
Alternative Rainbow Mountains in Peru: Looking Beyond Vinicunca
3 July 2026
A group of people and llamas walk through a scenic mountainous area with greenery and a small stream.
Cusco Region Beyond the Highlights: Alternative Experiences 
26 June 2026
The 10 best off-the-beaten-path experiences in Peru 
1 June 2026