Yahoo travel published an article last week labeling Machu Picchu one of the 5 most overrated tourist destinations in the world.

Coincidentally, this article was published at a time when visiting Machu Picchu is not option since the train tracks to the sacred site have yet to be fully repaired.

Check out these Aracari deals and alternatives currently available as a result of Machu Picchu being closed. While we adore Machu Picchu, the unique circumstance might be a very good thing for those seeking value for an unforgettable journey.

10 Peruvian Gift Ideas Peruvian gift ideas If you’re living in or traveling to Peru for Christmas, these Peruvian gift ideas will make for a great way to bring back a littl...

PARC Art Fair in Lima’s Museum of Contemporary Art Wednesday evening throngs of smartly dressed people converged upon the Museum of Contemporary Art (M.A.C.) in the Barranco district for the inaugurat...

Peruvian Textiles – then and now “I have learned that each and every piece of cloth embodies the spirit, skill, and personal history of an individual weaver... It ties together with a...

Marisol’s insider guide to booking a trip to the Galapagos Islands For almost 25 years, Aracari has coordinated tailormade itineraries to the Galapagos Islands. This quarter century worth of experience makes Marisol a...

Aracari in Cusco: Visit to the school and community of Huama by Simon One of the most important aspects of Aracari's mission is that we give back to the communities that we visit, and that we make sure that a...

Highlights of the Sacred Valley Peru Once overlooked by tourists as just a stepping stone between Cusco and Machu Picchu, nowadays the Sacred Valley Peru is truly a destination in its own...

Aracari Gallery

According to some, missing out on Machu Picchu might just be a good thing…