I really appreciate these types of reviews/overview videos of your experiences of the area. It's good to hear your impressions, likes, dislikes, recommendations, and tips from the previous posts.
My husband and I just got back from spending 2 weeks in Peru. It was amazing. We loved Cusco. Re: restaurants-Sagrado, which is right off the Plaza de Armas, on Calle Plateros, was FABULOUS.
You guys say it right!!! N hit must of the good spots unfortunately there’s so much to do in cusco in only a single trip !!! The good part is there’s a reason to always go back !
You can find lots of people selling tickets either at the plaza or nearby at Plazoleta Espinar. You can buy them for the same day or book in advanced. There are different operators but they all pretty much do the same thing. They wait a bit at each stop but you always get back on the same bus. We recommend it! 😊
I would like to recomend a couple other things The Museo de Arte precolumbino is defineately worth a visit, allow about an hour Tipon & Pikallacta are archeological sites about an hour south of Cusco that are amazing to see & rarely crowded - You can hire a cab from Cusco for about 200 Soles round trip ($50 usd) - Allow at least an hour for each site Ollantaytambo is worth staying for a day before going to Machu Picchu, Cusco to Olly a Taxi is about 100 Soles ($25 usd) or you can take the train, bus or minibus/collectivo for less Also realize that Peru/Cusco frequently have strikes or other issues that may affect your plans so I would add a few extra days to your trip so you have some flexability
Hi, thanks so much for this informative video. I am interested in visiting during December (mid to late Dec) and wonder if you have any experience with traveling in Peru during that time? Would the rain really be an issue? TIA!
We arrived in late June and stayed for nearly one month. The festival that we captured is called Inti Raymi and takes place at the winter solstice in June each year 😊 It was amazing!
For the Inti Raymi festival you can just visit and enjoy the parade from the streets. They do have special performances and ceremonies that you need tickets to but the parade and the energy of the city was more than enough for us. Enjoy!
My flight to Lima is September 20 @10pm. Do you know any buses leaving Lima to Cusco at night? I hope to sleep in the bus and be energetic when I arrive in Cusco. I'm having trouble buying machu pitchu ticket from the Peru official website, tickets are sold for 3 days. Could it be that the local tour operators bought all the tickets for sale with commission? If so, have you seen travel agency selling machu pitchu ticket? Have you seen day trip tour to lake Titicaca? I wish to visit Is it easy to buy bug spray from the local pharmacy or supplement? I'm flying budget airlines so cannot bring more than carry-on which already costing extras The website indicates routes/ circuit for tickets, which circuit is the easiest since I have old knee injuries. Any tips will be great, thanks
Hey there! We didn't have any issues personally. The great thing about Cusco is it's such a touristy place that the quality of food hygiene is really high to ensure all the foreign visitors have a good time!
Do you think the political atmosphere may change in Peru may change by September? We want to book tickets by end of February but not sure if it’s still advisable? What are you thoughts?
I experienced altitude sickness in Cusco. I descended 400 m to Ollantaytambo. Didn't help. Descended 400 m to Aqua Calientes and was fine. I have to accept I can't do all I want to in Peru like Punto, unless I carry 02 tanks!
Yes! You definitely can. We saw quite a lot of folks on horses. We aren't sure if they go the entire way there and back, but it looked like they brought people most of the way there if not the entire way there. We don't know about pricing unfortunately, but it's definitely an option!
Thanks so much for these tips! So helpful as we plan for Cusco. What was your feel on Aguascalientes?! We are trying to decide if we want to spend a day there after we finish the hike to Matchu Picchu. Thanks in advance!!
Great questions! Our opinion is that an afternoon/evening is enough time to see the town. There are a lot of restaurants around that would be nice to eat at if you had an extra day, but the town is very, very touristy so its basically composed of restaurants and souvenir shops (the same kind you'll find in Cusco but much more expensive!). We arrived in Aguas Calientes at about 2:30 or 3pm, had lunch, checked into our hotel, checked out the town, had dinner, and went to bed early before visiting Machu Picchu the next day and that was enough time for us!
I really appreciate these types of reviews/overview videos of your experiences of the area. It's good to hear your impressions, likes, dislikes, recommendations, and tips from the previous posts.
I’m going to Cusco in a few days, thank you so much for your tips! ❤
Have fun!
Yet another fun whimsical video....Very informative ...you guys are awesome !! Great Job !!
Thanks so much Todd! We really appreciate your support 😁😁😁
Cusco is amazing and Machu Picchu is breathtaking!!
Yes we enjoyed it so much! It deserves its place as a world wonder! 🌎🤩
My husband and I just got back from spending 2 weeks in Peru. It was amazing. We loved Cusco. Re: restaurants-Sagrado, which is right off the Plaza de Armas, on Calle Plateros, was FABULOUS.
Amazing, thank you so much for sharing that info with us! We loved Peru too, it is such a diverse and delicious country!
Nice video Nicole. Some great tips.
منظر جميل جدا مع الجبال البديعه ومع الانهار الطبيعي
نعم إنه رائع هنا والطبيعة جميلة جدًا. لقد استمتعنا حقًا بوقتنا في كوسكو!
Republica 🔥 So fun meeting you guys :)
You too Sophie!!! We had such a fun night 😍
Just arrived in Cusco this morning and I can wait to do some of these things tomorrow!!
Amazing! Enjoy your time there!
@@nicoleandmicoI saw y’all had some drone footage at various places, did they hassle y’all about flying the drone at all?
Thank you for such a great overview!
Glad it was helpful!
I like both of you so much 🥰🥰
Thanks so much! We are happy to have you join our adventure!
You guys say it right!!! N hit must of the good spots unfortunately there’s so much to do in cusco in only a single trip !!! The good part is there’s a reason to always go back !
We couldn't agree more! There is SO much to do in Peru, and even just in and around Cusco!
great video..thanks.
The “tourist “ bus you spoke about .. where do you get tickets? And is it hop on and off or do they wait for a bit in each stop ? Thank you
You can find lots of people selling tickets either at the plaza or nearby at Plazoleta Espinar. You can buy them for the same day or book in advanced. There are different operators but they all pretty much do the same thing. They wait a bit at each stop but you always get back on the same bus. We recommend it! 😊
I would like to recomend a couple other things
The Museo de Arte precolumbino is defineately worth a visit, allow about an hour
Tipon & Pikallacta are archeological sites about an hour south of Cusco that are amazing to see & rarely crowded - You can hire a cab from Cusco for about 200 Soles round trip ($50 usd) - Allow at least an hour for each site
Ollantaytambo is worth staying for a day before going to Machu Picchu, Cusco to Olly a Taxi is about 100 Soles ($25 usd) or you can take the train, bus or minibus/collectivo for less
Also realize that Peru/Cusco frequently have strikes or other issues that may affect your plans so I would add a few extra days to your trip so you have some flexability
Thanks so much for adding these suggestions!
Thank you for adding these! I definitely want to go to that museum!
Hi, thanks so much for this informative video. I am interested in visiting during December (mid to late Dec) and wonder if you have any experience with traveling in Peru during that time? Would the rain really be an issue? TIA!
What time of the year were you in Cusco? Would live to see those festivals.
We arrived in late June and stayed for nearly one month. The festival that we captured is called Inti Raymi and takes place at the winter solstice in June each year 😊 It was amazing!
how long is the train ride to Machu Picchu?
Hey ! Do we have to purchase tickets to the Festival or are we able to come and simply see it ?
For the Inti Raymi festival you can just visit and enjoy the parade from the streets. They do have special performances and ceremonies that you need tickets to but the parade and the energy of the city was more than enough for us. Enjoy!
@@nicoleandmico Thank You guys ! so much! im binge watching your videos :-)
My flight to Lima is September 20 @10pm. Do you know any buses leaving Lima to Cusco at night? I hope to sleep in the bus and be energetic when I arrive in Cusco.
I'm having trouble buying machu pitchu ticket from the Peru official website, tickets are sold for 3 days. Could it be that the local tour operators bought all the tickets for sale with commission? If so, have you seen travel agency selling machu pitchu ticket?
Have you seen day trip tour to lake Titicaca? I wish to visit
Is it easy to buy bug spray from the local pharmacy or supplement? I'm flying budget airlines so cannot bring more than carry-on which already costing extras
The website indicates routes/ circuit for tickets, which circuit is the easiest since I have old knee injuries. Any tips will be great, thanks
Did you have any issues with local food prep upsetting your stomach? Just wondering since you can’t drink the water.
Hey there! We didn't have any issues personally. The great thing about Cusco is it's such a touristy place that the quality of food hygiene is really high to ensure all the foreign visitors have a good time!
Going in 1 month!
Awesome! Have an amazing trip!
Me too! 🎉
Yay!! It is bound to be an epic adventure!
Do you think the political atmosphere may change in Peru may change by September? We want to book tickets by end of February but not sure if it’s still advisable?
What are you thoughts?
I experienced altitude sickness in Cusco. I descended 400 m to Ollantaytambo. Didn't help. Descended 400 m to Aqua Calientes and was fine. I have to accept I can't do all I want to in Peru like Punto, unless I carry 02 tanks!
Can you take a horse up to humantay lake? Thank you
Yes! You definitely can. We saw quite a lot of folks on horses. We aren't sure if they go the entire way there and back, but it looked like they brought people most of the way there if not the entire way there. We don't know about pricing unfortunately, but it's definitely an option!
Great video! We'll be in cusco in May. Did you have any issues flying your done there? - John
Not much although we had to get approval in the DJI system. It was quick and easy though
@@nicoleandmico thanks for the response! I hope you're having a great time wherever you are now. - John
Thanks so much for these tips! So helpful as we plan for Cusco. What was your feel on Aguascalientes?! We are trying to decide if we want to spend a day there after we finish the hike to Matchu Picchu. Thanks in advance!!
Great questions! Our opinion is that an afternoon/evening is enough time to see the town. There are a lot of restaurants around that would be nice to eat at if you had an extra day, but the town is very, very touristy so its basically composed of restaurants and souvenir shops (the same kind you'll find in Cusco but much more expensive!). We arrived in Aguas Calientes at about 2:30 or 3pm, had lunch, checked into our hotel, checked out the town, had dinner, and went to bed early before visiting Machu Picchu the next day and that was enough time for us!