Peru

💡 Tip: Stay in Miraflores or Barranco. Try ceviche - Peru's national dish.

💡 Tip: Take free walking tour of historic center. Barranco has best nightlife.

💡 Tip: Take it slow - altitude is 11,150ft. Drink coca tea for altitude sickness.

💡 Tip: Pisac market best on Sunday. Sacred Valley is lower altitude - great for acclimatizing.

💡 Tip: Book train and entrance months in advance. Bring passport - required for entry.

💡 Tip: Evening train gives you more time at Machu Picchu. Don't miss Sacsayhuamán.

💡 Tip: Start 3am for sunrise. Very high altitude (17,000ft) - assess your fitness.

💡 Tip: San Pedro is authentic local market. Try every pisco cocktail variant.

💡 Tip: Rent bikes or take tour. Salt mines are photogenic but touristy.

💡 Tip: Catch up on rest or explore museums. Massage is cheap and great.

💡 Tip: Book fancy restaurant in Lima - world-class dining at reasonable prices.

💡 Tip: Allow 3 hours for Lima airport. Buy last-minute alpaca goods.