The official Inca Trail can only be booked through an operator who will get the permit for you. No one can hike alone. The operator will...
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An adventure traveler for many years, Jacquie met her American husband in England. Now with two children, they live in Virginia where Jacquie is currently the director of International programs in a private school. Jacquie met Vidal Jaquehua, from Adios Adventure Travel, while guiding high school students in Peru. Together they organize, coordinate and guide small groups of all ages on meaningful trips to Peru & Ecuador, including Machu Picchu & Galapagos Islands.Recent activity
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replied to a Thorn Tree thread called Machu Picchu help plan a trip in the Americas - South America Branch
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replied to a Thorn Tree thread called Machu picchu Train Ticket and entrance Ticket buy ahead??? in the Americas - South America Branch
I have planned a trip to Cusco in June as well. We had a hard time finding affordable 3* hotels. But we are a group of 6, so we need 3...
about 1 month ago -
replied to a Thorn Tree thread called Machu Picchu of the North? in the Americas - South America Branch
I've been to Cajamarca, inland area of northern Peru. Flew from Lima. Fewer than 1% of tourists to Peru visit the northern regions. But...
about 1 month ago -
replied to a Thorn Tree thread called Tour companies for Machu Picchu and Amazon in Peru in the Americas - South America Branch
Although it is too late to get on the Inca Trail, you may be able to hike Huayna Picchu. That is the mountain behind the ruins. It's...
2 months ago -
replied to a Thorn Tree thread called Mother-Daughter trip: Machu Picchu + Rainforest? in the Americas - South America Branch
You can save a day by flying directly from Lima to PM. Have your 4 days/3 nights in the amazon, then fly PM to Cusco, to do the next...
3 months ago -
replied to a Thorn Tree thread called Machu Picchu questions???? in the Americas - South America Branch
Definitely fly to Cusco. The bus is not for tourists and does not take a direct route. Unless that's the kind of experience you are...
4 months ago -
replied to a Thorn Tree thread called Cost of Machu picchu in 2012 in the Americas - South America Branch
Yes, you should book in advance. Especially for the time of year you are traveling. You should expect to pay at least $400 US Dollars pp...
4 months ago -
replied to a Thorn Tree thread called peruvian soles and machu picchu trek in the Americas - South America Branch
I've hiked the Inca Trail several times and have never heard of such a thing. This is a lesson to all of us about understanding the...
4 months ago -
replied to a Thorn Tree thread called Hotels in Machu Picchu (Aguas Calientes) in the Americas - South America Branch
I've stayed at Killa Inn. Walked up to check out the hot springs. The walk up the canyon is delightful. ...
4 months ago -
replied to a Thorn Tree thread called Machu Picchu in the next 4 weeks in the Americas - South America Branch
Perurail doesn't allow travelers to bring all their luggage on board. There is no baggage car. Bags have to be stashed between the seats....
5 months ago -
replied to a Thorn Tree thread called Machu Picchu - Book or just turn up in March in the Americas - South America Branch
I've hike the Inca Trail several times in March. The rain is not that bad. Showers may come in the afternoon and at night, so it's not...
5 months ago -
replied to a Thorn Tree thread called Machu Picchu in the Americas - South America Branch
It is not possible to get permits for the Inca Trail hike next week. I just checked the gov website and there are a few at the end of the...
6 months ago -
replied to a Thorn Tree thread called Machu Picchu on Sunday? in the Americas - South America Branch
People cue up before 6 am so they can all be the first. The advantage to staying in the Sanctuary is that you won't have to hike up to get...
7 months ago -
replied to a Thorn Tree thread called Machu Picchu in March in the Americas - South America Branch
I've hiked Inca Trail in March on 3 different occasions. It's not like non-stop monsoon rains are in Asia. Sure you carry your raingear...
7 months ago -
replied to a Thorn Tree thread called Machu Picchu End of Febuary in the Americas - South America Branch
There are alternative trails that don't need permits. It will be the rainy season, but you will not have any problem finding operators who...
7 months ago
- Email Address jacquie@adiosadventuretravel.com
- Country United States
- Gender Female
- Website jacquie whitt
- Languages English, spanish
- Favourite Places Cusco, Peru
- Interests Indigenous percussion instruments, ethnic foods, hiking, camping
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