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Can I store my luggage at your office?
Yes. During your trek or tour you can leave your main luggage at our office in Cusco or at your hotel, free of charge...
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Stories, Tips and Secrets of Manu
Expedition chronicles, flora and fauna guides, gear tips and everything you need to know before heading into the virgin rainforest of Manu National Park.
Are you a sustainable tour operator?
Yes. We are a local tour operator from Cusco that works by the principles of sustainable and responsible tourism: protect the environment and benefit local communities while respecting their culture. Our staff are trained to know and respect...
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Are we dropped off at our hotel after the trek or tour?
Yes. Our packages include pick-up from your hotel and drop-off at your hotel when you return from the trek or tour. If your hotel...
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How many people are there per group?
Our groups have a maximum of 10 people, and usually between 4 and 10. Amazon Trip Peru specializes in small groups and private tours,...
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What about altitude sickness?
Cusco is at about 3,400 m (11,150 ft), so it is normal to feel short of breath or a light headache the first days....
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What is the weather like on the treks and tours?
It changes a lot and is hard to predict. On a single trek you cross several microclimates, from cold, windy mountain passes to warm...
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What is the difference between Huayna Picchu and Machu Picchu Mountain?
Huayna Picchu is the peak behind the citadel in the classic Machu Picchu photo. The climb to the top takes about 45 minutes on...
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Do I need my original passport on the Inca Trail and other treks?
Yes. You must carry your original passport, and it must be the same passport number you sent us to book your Inca Trail permit,...
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Why do I need to come to the briefing?
The briefing is where you meet your guide at our office in Cusco before the tour. Your guide explains the itinerary, what to pack...
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What is the difference between the Machu Picchu ticket and Machu Picchu Mountain?
Your entrance ticket to the Machu Picchu citadel is included in the price of our tours, with a guided visit of about two hours....
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What is the difference between a private tour and a group tour?
On a private tour the trip is planned only for you: you decide who travels with you, so it is ideal for couples, families...
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How do I pay the balance of my tour?
You pay the balance at our office in Cusco before the tour starts, usually at the briefing. We prefer cash, in US dollars or...