{"product_id":"moon-machu-picchu-with-lima-cusco-the-inca-trail-paperback","title":"Moon Machu Picchu: With Lima, Cusco \u0026 the Inca Trail - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eRyan Dubé\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMystical, timeless, and full of adventure: embark on the trip of a lifetime to the jewel of Peru with \u003ci\u003eMoon Machu Picchu\u003c\/i\u003e. Inside you'll find: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eStrategic trekking guides, \u003c\/b\u003e including two to four days on the Inca Trail, five days on the Salcantay, and an Inca Jungle Trail itinerary, plus focused coverage of Cusco, the Sacred Valley, and Lima\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUnique experiences beyond the beaten path: \u003c\/b\u003e Explore seldom-seen ruins like the Ollantaytambo Temple and visit remote Quechua-speaking villages. 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Sample coca tea and authentic local delicacies, or shop for handmade Peruvian weavings, pottery, and jewelry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEssential planning information\u003c\/b\u003e on agencies, tour guides, and porters, food and accommodations, packing suggestions, finding the best airfares, and getting around by bus, train, taxi, car, or motorcycle rental\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHow to visit Machu Picchu respectfully, \u003c\/b\u003e with tips from \u003cb\u003eLima local\u003c\/b\u003e Ryan Dub  on and helping the local economy, minimizing your impact, and avoiding over-tourism \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eA guide to hazards, precautions, and gear, \u003c\/b\u003e including how to \u003cb\u003eavoid altitude sickness\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFull-color photos and easy-to-use maps\u003c\/b\u003e throughout, plus a convenient \u003cb\u003efoldout map\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThorough background information\u003c\/b\u003e on the landscape, wildlife, plants, culture, history, and local customs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHandy tools\u003c\/b\u003e including a Spanish phrasebook, visa information, volunteer and study opportunities, and tips for seniors, families, visitors with disabilities, women traveling alone, and LGBTQ+ travelers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cb\u003eWith \u003ci\u003eMoon Machu Picchu's\u003c\/i\u003e practical advice and insider know-how, you can forge your own path.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDoing a tour of South America? 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