Description
Historic trails and vast mountain landscapes in the same region.
The Sacred Valley and the areas surrounding Cusco feature a rich network of cultural heritage sites, valleys, and high mountains. This book demonstrates how these can be experienced both on foot and by bike. It provides a broader selection than a single classic approach to Machu Picchu, offering several areas and modes of travel to consider when planning a varied journey in this part of Peru.
From day trips to longer itineraries.
The selection includes short hikes, multi-day treks, and mountain bike routes with varying requirements. Well-known itineraries at Salkantay, Ausangate, and other areas are included alongside quieter alternatives. The grading system makes it easier to compare capacity and skill requirements before choosing, allowing for the creation of a trip with multiple activity types rather than following the same program throughout the stay in the region.
Maps and practical information for further preparation.
Route descriptions and maps are supported by chapters on travel and execution. The book helps identify choices that affect logistics and scope. Relevant permits, visiting arrangements, and transport should be investigated before booking, ensuring that an idea from the guide becomes a plan that fits the regulations and opportunities applicable when the specific trip is carried out in the area.
For experienced hikers with realistic plans.
Altitude, steep sections, and distance can make trips demanding, and cycling places different demands than standard hiking. The guide is suitable for readers with relevant experience who actively use descriptions and gradings. Plan according to your own skills and current conditions, using local knowledge as a supplement when stages and activities are to be adapted to the travel period and the capacity of the entire group during the stay in the mountains.
A long tradition of hiking guides.
Cicerone has published guidebooks since 1969. The publisher originated among climbers and mountaineers who wished to share their thorough knowledge of routes – a tradition that continues to characterize the publisher’s books on walking, trekking, and other outdoor experiences.
About this edition.
Author: William Janecek. English language. 288 pages. First edition, published in 2013. ISBN 9781852846312.
