Ultimate PERU Travel Guide | LIMA | CUSCO | TOP Things to Do in Peru

Chews to Explore September 9, 2023
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Discover the top things to do in Peru from LIMA all the way to CUSCO! In this video, we show you how to tour the Ballestas Islands, known as the "poor man's Galapagos," where you can encounter playful sea lions and marvel at the mysterious La Candelabra. Explore mesmerizing Huacachina desert oasis through sand duning and sandboarding adventures. Check out the vibrant culture of Miraflores in Lima, where we explore Parque Kennedy, the famous Cat Park, indulge in retail therapy at Larcomar shopping center, and take in the breathtaking coastal views along El Malecon. For the surf enthusiasts, you can ride the waves at Makaha Beach and soak in the romantic ambiance of Parque del Amor, where you can seal your love with a lock of love. Discover glimpses of Parque Chino and Miraflores Lighthouse and some of the top-rated restaurants in the world in Lima. We also show more of the top things to do in Lima including how to explore the colorful Barranco District in Lima In Cusco, we share essential altitude sickness remedies to ensure a comfortable stay, and we immerse ourselves in the vibrant celebrations of Fiesta del Carmen at Plaza de Armas. The adventure continues as we board the Incarail bus to Ollantaytambo and the scenic Incarail train to Aguas Calientes, the gateway to the legendary Machu Picchu. Join us as we explore Machu Picchu Town, embark on a guided tour of the world wonder Machu Picchu itself, and peruse the Mercado de Artesanias We ran into @theroadletstravel at Machu Picchu! Check out their perspective on this world wonder & be sure to LIKE, COMMENT, & SUBSCRIBE!: https://youtu.be/72k4ud52k5Y?si=ca2y1pCxrwzHOtR0 For the adventurers, we take on an ATV tour with Willka Travel, exploring the incredible Maras Salt Mines and Moray. We also show more of the top things to do in Cusco, including the legendary Twelve Angled Stone street, the Sapantaiana Aqueduct, and the mystical Temple of the Moon Watch this video to see how we spent $614/pp in 6 days in Peru! Prices can of course vary depending on dates, and the number of people you travel with. This is just to give you an idea! Explore Peru Budget Travel Guide: https://chewstoexplore.ck.page/products/explore-peru-travel-guide Video Time Stamps: 0:00 Intro to Peru 1:35 Perubus to Paracas 2:01 Ballestas Islands 4:49 Huacachina Desert Oasis 7:46 Al Toke Pez 8:45 Parque Kennedy 9:52 Larcomar 10:34 Playa Makaha 11:16 Waikiki Beach 11:46 Parque del Amor 12:27 Miraflores Lighthouse 12:48 Parque Chino 13:11 Matria 13:54 Cusco Altitude Sickness 15:17 Plaza de Armas Cusco 15:48 Incarail 17:33 Lomo Saltado Alpaca 18:28 Aguas Calientes 19:11 Machu Picchu Experience 19:45 Machu Picchu Town 22:00 Cusco Elevation 23:06 Willka Travel ATV Tour Maras and Moray 26:22 Cusco Climate 26:48 Chicha 27:42 Twelve Angled Stone 28:04 Sapantiana Cusco 28:43 Temple of the Moon 29:27 Sagrado 30:41 Republica del Piso 31:36 Barranco District 33:33 Churros San Francisco 34:14 Plaza del Armas Lima 34:42 Parque de Aguas 35:11 Siete Sopas BEST Destinations for Off-Season Travel: https://chewstoexplore.ck.page/products/best-destinations-for-off-season-travel Travelers' Guide to Credit Card Transfer Partners: https://chewstoexplore.kit.com/products/credit-card-transfer-partners Machu Picchu Blog: https://chewstoexplore.com/how-to-reach-machu-picchu-without-hiking/ Huacachina Blog: https://chewstoexplore.com/things-to-do-in-huacachina/ Ballestas Islands Blog: https://chewstoexplore.com/poor-mans-galapagos-peru/ Free Things to Do in Lima Blog: https://chewstoexplore.com/free-things-to-do-in-lima/ Is Cusco Worth Visiting Blog: https://chewstoexplore.com/is-cusco-worth-visiting/ Is Paracas Peru Worth Visiting Blog: https://chewstoexplore.com/is-paracas-worth-visiting/ Top 9 Ways to Find Cheap Flights: https://chewstoexplore.ck.page/find-your-next-cheap-flight Watch our other videos below: Watch BEFORE You Go To Peru https://youtu.be/LPODRbKVPiQ?si=ShYC0BleEwJa9Qdu How to Save Money in MACHU PICCHU & Full Experience https://youtu.be/Ah5a51zsi3s?si=gvB7ubuXb18_q61w HUACACHINA, Paracas, & Ballestas Islands Full Experience https://youtu.be/BAUTB9f5dE8?si=FsD2G9nGjri-MDRr Music by Chinsaku - Voyage - https://thmatc.co/?l=734DA193 Music by ninjoi. - Rain - https://thmatc.co/?l=C0B892BE Music by Adam Angeles - Smooth Sailing - https://thmatc.co/?l=A9450536 Music by Chinsaku - Sunflower Seeds - https://thmatc.co/?l=16E2866D *Disclaimer: This video description contains affiliate links. That means that if you click a link and decide to make a purchase we will receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Youtube and blogging is a stream of income for us, and those purchases help support this channel. Thank you for your continued support! in this video: things to do in lima, is lima peru safe, what to do in lima, lima peru travel, parque del amor, peruvian food, what to do in lima peru, peru tourism, plaza de armas cusco, quechua, inca empire, travel guide, travel tips, machu picchu

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