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Cusco

As well as being a gateway to nearby attractions like Machu Picchu and the Inca Trail, Cusco offers travelers a host of culturally rich museums, cathedrals, and markets that make this city an excellent addition to any itinerary. For outdoor enthusiasts, the Cusco area offers a number of spectacular trekking opportunities. And for those who want to stretch their legs a bit, but aren't up for a week-long adventure over mountainous terrain the nearby Inca ruins of Sacsayhuamán, Q’enqo, Puca Pucara, Tambo Machay, Tipón, and Pikillacta and Rumicolca make excellent day trips.

Because the city is a popular destination along the Gringo Trail, it has a large variety of hotels and restaurants to accommodate any traveler’s tastes, from five star world class hotels to hostels the most miserly of backpackers will find affordable. The city is extremely visitor-friendly city, with tour agencies on every block and extremely helpful locals. Most of the major Cusco activities are within walking distance of one another, and can be covered in about half a day, though you may want to devote a little more time to browse the various shops and markets you may encounter along the way.

For more information on Cusco Travel and to plan your own trip to Cusco visit the Viva Travel Guides Cusco Guide.