that iconic pyramid-shaped mountain often captured in Machu Picchu photos. You'll need a separate ticket to climb the peak, and entry is limited to two time slots each morning. It takes about 45 ...

That's why I traditionally climb to the top of a nearby peak with a pack lunch and wait till the crowds are gone. Each time I return to Machu Picchu I notice something new: an alignment of ...

Note: Some of the below destinations may be affected by the civil unrest in Peru. Check with the U.S. Department of State before traveling. Machu Picchu is thought to be one of the largest and ...

The rainy season is between November and March whereas the dry season — and the peak tourist season — is between April to October. Keep in mind that Machu Picchu is a tropical mountainous region, so ...

EVERY day Peru's Machu Picchu, the Lost City of the Incas, is rediscovered by at least 1,000 tourists who are slowly destroying one of the wonders of the world. More people now come to this sacred ...

While you can visit Machu Picchu year-round, the best times to visit is May and September. These months sit just outside the ...

If you haven’t been to Machu Picchu lately—or are a first-timer to Peru’s famed Incan archaeological wonder—get ready for a somewhat complicated ticketing process. In a bid to help ease ...

Hundreds of thousands of visitors are expected to walk through the doors of the Australian Museum’s new blockbuster ...

Route 3-A: Huayna Picchu Mountain (4 to 5 hours; ages 18 & up; high effort): This add-on follows a switchback path straight up that iconic peak in the back of most Machu Picchu photos, for a ...