Category Archives: Peru Tours

A Sample Menu from our Inca Trail Treks in Peru

February 1, 2012 – 1:13 pm

A hardy hike deserves nothing less than some hardy food — and on our Inca Trail treks you’ll get it; sometimes with little extras that leave a big impression. For example, last time I was traveling in Peru my husband was celebrating a birthday during our trek. Surprise — a cake and candles were presented [...]

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A Holiday Poem from Adventure Life travelers, Sandi and Joe Costa

December 19, 2011 – 11:01 am

We received the most charming holiday card in the mail last week from our travelers, Sandi and Joe Costa, who joined us on a custom Peru adventure in October. And while I’d like to take credit for the Mick Jagger sighting, I’ll admit, that wasn’t part of the original itinerary. Enjoy a little holiday cheer, [...]

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Purchasing Passes for Hikes at Machu Picchu

October 7, 2011 – 1:47 pm

Hiking the ruins of Machu Picchu itself can be enough for some travelers. But there are some amazing peaks to trek while at the ruins — and offer a rare perspective to the legendary Inca ruins. The catch? There’s a fee, and you’ll want to do a little planning in advance to save your spot. [...]

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Travel and Leisure A-List: Adventure Life one of the Best for Galapagos and Peru Travel

August 30, 2011 – 11:37 am

Adventure Life’s Brian Morgan is recognized by Travel + Leisure’ A-List 2011 — the annual list features the world’s best agents and operators in the travel industry. We are thrilled to be listed as the go-to for advice on Galapagos cruises and Peru travel. Travel + Leisure “evaluated thousands of agents to come up with [...]

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Machu Picchu Travel Gets Much Love from National Geographic

June 21, 2011 – 11:50 am

We’re not the only ones who are all a-buzz with the swiftly approaching centennial celebration of Hiram Bingham’s rediscovery of Machu Picchu. National Geographic joins us in our enthusiasm for this mysterious landmark and is giving Machu Picchu much love with a great online feature. Highlights includes Top Ten Secrets of Machu Picchu, great reads [...]

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LAN Airlines is Offering Free Domestic Peru Flights

March 1, 2011 – 2:06 pm

Here’s a great deal for those headed on a Peru trip. LAN airlines is offering a free round trip domestic Peru flight when you purchase your international flights to Lima, Peru on LAN airlines. Deal applies to flights from Miami, Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco and several additional US connecting cities including: Boston, Chicago, [...]

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Adventure Life in Outside Magazine Best Trips for 2011 Issue

February 22, 2011 – 2:32 pm

We are thrilled to see Adventure Life’s Andean Multisport Peru trip featured in Outside Magazine’s annual Best Trips issue. Check us out in their Hot-List that gives you 23 great reasons to “Get Out There.” Our Andean Multisport trip is specially designed for those adrenaline junkies who suffer from a bit of been-there-done-that. Spend 10-days [...]

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Peru Travel: February Welcomes the Virgin of Candelaria Festival in Puno, Peru

January 27, 2011 – 3:59 pm

Starting early next week, the city of Puno, Peru is transformed for the Virgin of Candelaria Festival. Thousands of dancers and musicians fill the streets with sounds and fantastic costumes to fill the senses. The Virgin of Candelaria is the patron saint of Puno; this festival honors the saint with one of the regions most [...]

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Meet Adventure Life Peru Guide, Alex Vereau

August 30, 2010 – 10:17 am

Some of our Peru travelers have already had a chance to meet Alex, one of our Peru guides. For those who have not it’s my pleasure to give a brief introduction. The Particulars: Alex has worked as a guide in Peru for the last 13 years — primarily leading trekking and cultural tours in Peru [...]

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Peru Travel: Great Alternative Treks to the Classic Inca Trail

August 11, 2010 – 10:40 am

With Inca Trail passes filling up 3 months in advance (sometimes even faster during peak travel months) the last-minute Peru trekker can find themselves wondering what their options are when there’s not a trail pass to be found. Well, don’t fret, there are alternatives, and I am pleased to say they are excellent. Salcantay If [...]

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