Tag: Inca Ruins

• Ollantaytambo, Our Favorite Base in Peru’s Sacred Valley

  

  Water runs beside cobblestone lanes, and Inca ruins climb the steep slopes on either side of Ollantaytambo. We chose this little town as our base in Peru’s Sacred Valley, but between the mountain views, the warm welcome at Apu Lodge, and a first dinner of cuy, I left wondering what it would be like to…

  Allison Taylor

  November 11, 2026

  Destinations, Travel Planning, Historic Places, Outdoor Adventures, International

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• Cusco to Ollantaytambo: Exploring Peru’s Sacred Valley Along the Way

  

  Our journey from Cusco to Ollantaytambo became an adventure of its own! From ancient Inca ruins and traditional Quechua weaving to a hidden mountainside sanctuary, discover our favorite Sacred Valley stops, travel tips, and lessons learned along the way.

  Allison Taylor

  November 10, 2026

  Destinations, Historic Places, International, Outdoor Adventures, Travel Planning

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