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Natural Wonders of Alaska
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4.4/5 Great
64 reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Alaska, Anchorage, Denali, Fairbanks

Highlights

  • Visit to Valdez Museum
  • Cruise into Prince William Sound and view Columbia Glacier
  • Entrance to Wrangell-St Elias Visitor Center
  • City tour of Fairbanks
  • Riverboat Discovery cruise on board a Fairbanks sternwheeler
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Themes

National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Train & Rail Journeys

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"they are taking too long to refund our cancelled holiday from May 2020. cannot get any info from them when it will be refunded back to us."

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The Canadian at Christmas
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4.2/5 Great
55 reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Edmonton, Jasper, Jasper National Park, Niagara Falls, Toronto, Vancouver

Highlights

  • Toronto including a guided tour
  • Niagara Falls
  • Jasper
  • 4 nights on board the Canadian
  • The Canadian Shield
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Themes

50 plus, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Train & Rail Journeys, Festivals & Special Events

What travelers are saying

"This was their July 22 Cruise “Delights if the Danube” Absolutely awful company, great at taking your bookings and money but it then ends there. We paid a premium rate for what they listed as “Delights of The Danube” river cruise. They changed our ship, so we did not get what we paid for, and no pool as we originally specified. The drinks in the drinks package had very little choice. One draft beer is all that is available, and that is pretty poor as it is, you can’t even buy bottled beers or any other draught beer as that one is your only choice. Wines at meal times are either red, white or Rosa, no choice, just those three.The ship they put us on “boasted” a new wine bar, it didn’t serve any wines or beers at all the entire week, it wasn’t even stocked or manned, but it did have a kettle and tea or coffee !!!. The trips ashore are advertised to deceive you, this is appalling. Some of the trips are over two and a half hours each way on a coach, and the shorter ones are rushed, don’t be fooled by their misleading advertising. The train journeys are an absolute nightmare, even though we booked first class there and back. You have to rush between connecting trains while dragging your luggage with you, and the connecting times are tight, we felt so sorry for those less able who were severely stressed. On part of the journey we were told that 1st class was not available, we were put in filthy overcrowded carriages, with our luggage carriages away, and professional thieves operate on these trains. Some of our fellow passengers, on our cruise, were robbed on the way to the cruise and the way home. Great Rail offered us the paltry sum of £30 compensation for this. Once we got on the cruise we were excited, but that quickly changed, we spent the first two days moored up overlooking an industrial estate, yes an industrial estate, that’s what Great Rail advertise as a “Delight of the Danube”. When we complained and asked why are we on an industrial estate,we were told “because it’s cheaper than mooring up in a city or town”. We complained to the reps on the cruise, as did numerous others, only to be told that they don’t actually work for Great Rail, they are sub contracted free lancers, and that we would have to take it up with Great Rail upon our return. After numerous phone calls and e-mails we have been offered a derisory amount on one of their vouchers, which only benefits Great Rail, why would we want to go back with such an incompetent company? The communication with Great Rail is appalling once they have your money, be warned. Overall I have to say that Great Rail are appalling, amateurs playing in a market they simply don’t understand, their advertising is very misleading, that’s putting it politely!! The tone of their responses are arrogant, they simply ignore many of the points raised, and they honestly don’t seem to care, they are all image and no substance."

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Indias Palace on Wheels
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4.2/5 Great
55 reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Agra, Agra Fort, Amber Fort, Delhi, India Gate, Jaipur, Jama Masjid, Jodhpur, Rajasthan, Ranthambore Tiger Reserve, Red Fort, Taj Mahal

Highlights

  • Delhi
  • Shimla and the Shivalik Himalaya
  • Jaipur, the Palace of the Winds and Amber Fort
  • Ranthambore National Park
  • Chittogarh Fort
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Themes

50 plus, Cultural, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Train & Rail Journeys

What travelers are saying

"This was their July 22 Cruise “Delights if the Danube” Absolutely awful company, great at taking your bookings and money but it then ends there. We paid a premium rate for what they listed as “Delights of The Danube” river cruise. They changed our ship, so we did not get what we paid for, and no pool as we originally specified. The drinks in the drinks package had very little choice. One draft beer is all that is available, and that is pretty poor as it is, you can’t even buy bottled beers or any other draught beer as that one is your only choice. Wines at meal times are either red, white or Rosa, no choice, just those three.The ship they put us on “boasted” a new wine bar, it didn’t serve any wines or beers at all the entire week, it wasn’t even stocked or manned, but it did have a kettle and tea or coffee !!!. The trips ashore are advertised to deceive you, this is appalling. Some of the trips are over two and a half hours each way on a coach, and the shorter ones are rushed, don’t be fooled by their misleading advertising. The train journeys are an absolute nightmare, even though we booked first class there and back. You have to rush between connecting trains while dragging your luggage with you, and the connecting times are tight, we felt so sorry for those less able who were severely stressed. On part of the journey we were told that 1st class was not available, we were put in filthy overcrowded carriages, with our luggage carriages away, and professional thieves operate on these trains. Some of our fellow passengers, on our cruise, were robbed on the way to the cruise and the way home. Great Rail offered us the paltry sum of £30 compensation for this. Once we got on the cruise we were excited, but that quickly changed, we spent the first two days moored up overlooking an industrial estate, yes an industrial estate, that’s what Great Rail advertise as a “Delight of the Danube”. When we complained and asked why are we on an industrial estate,we were told “because it’s cheaper than mooring up in a city or town”. We complained to the reps on the cruise, as did numerous others, only to be told that they don’t actually work for Great Rail, they are sub contracted free lancers, and that we would have to take it up with Great Rail upon our return. After numerous phone calls and e-mails we have been offered a derisory amount on one of their vouchers, which only benefits Great Rail, why would we want to go back with such an incompetent company? The communication with Great Rail is appalling once they have your money, be warned. Overall I have to say that Great Rail are appalling, amateurs playing in a market they simply don’t understand, their advertising is very misleading, that’s putting it politely!! The tone of their responses are arrogant, they simply ignore many of the points raised, and they honestly don’t seem to care, they are all image and no substance."

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Around the World
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4.2/5 Great
55 reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Beijing, Canyonlands National Park, Chicago, Denver, Great Wall of China, Guilin, Lake Baikal, Los Angeles, Monument Valley, New York, San Francisco, Shanghai, Venice

Highlights

  • New York, Washington DC and Chicago
  • America's Golden West, Monument Valley and the Grand Canyon
  • Los Angeles and San Francisco
  • Shanghai, Beijing and the Great Wall of China
  • Xian and the Terracotta Warriors
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Themes

50 plus, Around the World, Cultural, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Train & Rail Journeys, Religious

What travelers are saying

"This was their July 22 Cruise “Delights if the Danube” Absolutely awful company, great at taking your bookings and money but it then ends there. We paid a premium rate for what they listed as “Delights of The Danube” river cruise. They changed our ship, so we did not get what we paid for, and no pool as we originally specified. The drinks in the drinks package had very little choice. One draft beer is all that is available, and that is pretty poor as it is, you can’t even buy bottled beers or any other draught beer as that one is your only choice. Wines at meal times are either red, white or Rosa, no choice, just those three.The ship they put us on “boasted” a new wine bar, it didn’t serve any wines or beers at all the entire week, it wasn’t even stocked or manned, but it did have a kettle and tea or coffee !!!. The trips ashore are advertised to deceive you, this is appalling. Some of the trips are over two and a half hours each way on a coach, and the shorter ones are rushed, don’t be fooled by their misleading advertising. The train journeys are an absolute nightmare, even though we booked first class there and back. You have to rush between connecting trains while dragging your luggage with you, and the connecting times are tight, we felt so sorry for those less able who were severely stressed. On part of the journey we were told that 1st class was not available, we were put in filthy overcrowded carriages, with our luggage carriages away, and professional thieves operate on these trains. Some of our fellow passengers, on our cruise, were robbed on the way to the cruise and the way home. Great Rail offered us the paltry sum of £30 compensation for this. Once we got on the cruise we were excited, but that quickly changed, we spent the first two days moored up overlooking an industrial estate, yes an industrial estate, that’s what Great Rail advertise as a “Delight of the Danube”. When we complained and asked why are we on an industrial estate,we were told “because it’s cheaper than mooring up in a city or town”. We complained to the reps on the cruise, as did numerous others, only to be told that they don’t actually work for Great Rail, they are sub contracted free lancers, and that we would have to take it up with Great Rail upon our return. After numerous phone calls and e-mails we have been offered a derisory amount on one of their vouchers, which only benefits Great Rail, why would we want to go back with such an incompetent company? The communication with Great Rail is appalling once they have your money, be warned. Overall I have to say that Great Rail are appalling, amateurs playing in a market they simply don’t understand, their advertising is very misleading, that’s putting it politely!! The tone of their responses are arrogant, they simply ignore many of the points raised, and they honestly don’t seem to care, they are all image and no substance."

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Avenue of the Volcanoes: Ecuador
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5/5 Excellent
2 reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Visits

Andes Mountains, Quito

Highlights

  • Meet artist Oswaldo Viteri and enjoy a tour of his private collection
  • Hike, horseback ride or fish on Hacienda Campu Cochas private reserve
  • Explore the wildlife and waterfalls of a remote cloud forest
  • Ride the spectacular Nariz del Diablo train through the steep canyons of the Avenue of the Volcanoes
  • Tour the 18th century cathedrals and traditional Indian markets in Cuenca

Themes

Birding, Cultural, Education / Learning, Hiking & Walking, Local Immersion & Homestays, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Train & Rail Journeys, Transformative, Festivals & Special Events

What travelers are saying

"The wildlife viewing was incredible! We were able to take superb photos and the knowledge guides were enjoyable. We were impressed with our accommodations and especially the tented camps. The service at the camps were first rate!"

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Northwest Lifestyle Northbound
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5/5 Excellent
24 reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Washington

Highlights

  • Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass
  • Sample award-winning beers
  • Kayak adventure
  • Visit Mt. Baker National Forest
  • Deluxe Accommodations

Themes

High Adventure, Local Immersion & Homestays, Train & Rail Journeys

What travelers are saying

"I had an absolutely fabulous time on InquisiTours Wine & Rails tour. We had amazing food and wine, saw some incredible sights, everything you'd expect, but it was the unexpected that made this a WOW trip. Guy's spirit and great story telling, along with the little surprises he had planned (and some he improvised) along the way were exceptional. And although I went only knowing one other tour member, by the end of the trip it was like hanging out with old friends, some of whom I still keep in touch with. I can't recommend InquisiTours enough even if, and maybe *especially* if group travel isn't your norm. (Disclosure, I was comped the trip and attended as part of the media, but all of the above is an honest representation of my experience and I would do it all over again on my own.)"

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Ultimate Alaska by Rail
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5/5 Excellent
13 reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Visits

Anchorage, Denali, Denali National Park, Fairbanks, Kenai Fjords National Park, Mt. McKinley, Seward

Highlights

  • Denali National Park & Preserve
  • Glacier cruise
  • Fairbanks
  • Talkeetna
  • Anchorage
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Themes

Cultural, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Train & Rail Journeys

What travelers are saying

"The Perfect Agency for USA tours. This holiday was to be the gift to both my wife and i that we promised ourslves upon retirement and we could not have picked a better agency to arrange it. Touring New England in the fall staying at clapboard B&Bs', perfect. Thanks to our advisor Monica and the team for making our dream into a reality. Their attention to detail was amazing. They know their business alright."

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Tongue Twisting Tea Buds - 8 Days Tour
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Private Guided
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Visits

Negombo

Highlights

  • Explore Sri Lanka’s History & Heritage
  • Climb up the Sigiriya rock
  • Engage yourself in Sri Lankan village lifestyle
  • Experience fragrance of Sri Lankan Tea
  • Feel the chilled and calm climate in the Hill sides
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Cultural, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Train & Rail Journeys

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21 Day Grand Tour Discover Real New Zealand
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By Real New Zealand Tours
Local Expert
Verified by Travelstride as locally operated and in the top of their field for customer reviews, local knowledge, and safety.
5/5 Excellent
40 reviews
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Why we love them
They are dedicated to providing personalized, authentic, and sustainable travel experiences that showcase the best of their country.
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Auckland, Christchurch, Dunedin, Fiordland National Park, Pacific Ocean, Queenstown, Rotorua, Tasmania, Wellington

Highlights

  • All inclusive tour package prepared by New Zealand based specialists so you sit back and relax
  • An exciting itinerary will be customised to suit you - let us help plan and perfect your dream vacation
  • We offer self-drive trips (rental car) we arrange all your accomodations, activities, attractions (you select) we book your car (fun, freedom, independence, flexibility) you set the pace each day or, select a private driver trip (fully guided) or, escorted coach tours (daily commentary).
  • Either way, you will have an awesome time on our wonderful 21 day Grand New Zealand Tour with Real New Zealand Tours.

Themes

Cultural, Cycling & Biking, Hiking & Walking, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Rafting, Kayaking, Canoeing, Relaxing Retreats, Small Ship Cruise, Train & Rail Journeys, Trekking & Expeditions, Yoga, Meditation & Wellness, Sailing, Golf

What travelers are saying

"Geoff helped my wife and I to put together an itinerary that customized to our particular interests and preferences. At the outset he asked us where we'd like to go and, after a small number of iterations, together we were able able to craft an itinerary that met our budget, touched on much of the places we wanted, and did not have us staying at a different resort each night. Before leaving for our trip we were given our itinerary and confirmation #'s/vouchers/contact #'s for all of our activities and hotels captured in an easy-to-use app that made it extremely easy to transition to the next point of our journey. He and his assistant were quick to respond to any questions we had along the way as well. Overall, we had a great stay and highly endorse Geoff and RealNZ for anyone planning a bespoke trip to NZ."

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Romantic Italy
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By Top Travel Italy
Local Expert
Verified by Travelstride as locally operated and in the top of their field for customer reviews, local knowledge, and safety.
5/5 Excellent
18 reviews
Private Guided
Why we love them
Their flexible and customizable approach, along with their expert local guides, sets them apart from other tour operators and travel agencies in Italy
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Florence, Rome, Tuscany, Venice

Highlights

  • Colosseum and Roman Empire walking tour
  • Roman aperitif at sunset
  • Vatican and Sistine’s Chapel tour
  • Florence highlights and Accademia tour
  • Siena and Chianti with wine tasting
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Themes

Culinary & Wine, Cultural, Train & Rail Journeys, Photography

What travelers are saying

"It was a leap of faith for us to use Zicasso, a service that connected us to Top Travel Italy, and to book a trip with a travel agent because we've always planned our own vacations in the past. It turned out great! Their model works. Zicasso recommended two agencies in Italy, our destination country, and we chose Top Travel Italy based on their responsiveness. What fun to create a customized itinerary based on their recommendations -- we told them how many days we could travel, what our budget was, and roughly what we wanted to do. They came back with a first draft and we tweaked it from there. Everything worked smoothly while we were in Italy -- we had good hotels and great tour guides, but I think the highlight for me was the private drivers! Driving in Cinque Terre, Rome, and the Amalfi Coast would have been stressful and it was wonderful to leave that to the professionals. And always, Top Travel was a phone call or an email away if we needed them."

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Canadian Rockies by Train
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4.9/5 Excellent
51 reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Banff National Park, Jasper, Lake Louise, Pacific Ocean, Vancouver

Highlights

  • Fresh air and natural wonders are only part of the best destination in Western Canada
  • Canada’s most livable city - Vancouver
  • Meet wildlife in Jasper National Park! You can possible spot elk, moose, bears, deers and more among the towering verdant pines
  • Dotted with over 100 glaciers, waterfalls and pristine emerald lakes, the Ice-fields Parkway is one of the most scenic drives in the world
  • Experience the Rockies by train onboard VIA Rail’s ‘The Canadian’ and relax in the dome car for endless sweeping views of the mountains.

Themes

50 plus, Cultural, High Adventure, Nature & Wildlife, Train & Rail Journeys, Photography

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"We loved this trip. Our guide was excellent. We really enjoyed all the included highlights. Our favorite was Biltmore Estate. It is a must!"

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Indochina Uncovered In 19 Days
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4.9/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
They focus on the details to ensure that their travelers get a great introduction to their home country of Vietnam.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Can Tho, Ha Long Bay, Hanoi, Hoi An , Luang Prabang, Pakse , Phnom Penh , Siem Reap, Vientiane

Highlights

  • Visit the magnificent religious site of the Khmer Empire Angkor Wat
  • Take a boat trip in a traditional wooden boat on the Tonle Sap Lake
  • Visit the floating market and Tra Su cajuput forest
  • Get away from the crowd with the Ba Vi Eco tour
  • Enjoy an overnight cruise in the legendary Halong Bay, one of the UNESCO-recognized World Heritage Sites
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Themes

Cultural, Cycling & Biking, Local Immersion & Homestays, Nature & Wildlife, Rafting, Kayaking, Canoeing, Train & Rail Journeys

What travelers are saying

"Our family had an amazing time with Realistic Asia’s package. The tour was very suitable for my family, which included children since we loved trekking. We enjoyed the stunning views, and the trek was at an easy pace for our kids. The tour guides and the staff are very professional and enthusiastic. I was very impressed with their attitude. We were very happy with the service and the places we have been to."

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11 Days Best of Vietnam North to South Vacation
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By S Vietnam Adventures
Local Expert
Verified by Travelstride as locally operated and in the top of their field for customer reviews, local knowledge, and safety.
5/5 Excellent
49 reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Cu Chi Tunnels, Ha Long Bay, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh, Hoi An , Mekong Delta, Ninh Binh

Highlights

  • Enjoy a cruise in Halong Bay
  • Experience the ancient wonder of Hanoi old quarter
  • Admire the unspoiled natural landscape in rural province of Ninh Binh
  • Take chill time on the poetic old quarter of Hoi An
  • Explore Mekong Delta & Cu Chi Tunnels

Themes

Culinary & Wine, Cultural, Cycling & Biking, High Adventure, Local Immersion & Homestays, Nature & Wildlife, Train & Rail Journeys, Photography

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Self-designed 21 day trip to NZ

Geoff helped my wife and I to put together an itinerary that customized to our particular interests and preferences. At the outset he asked us where we'd like to go ...

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Christina

Nov 2019

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Short Inca Trail with Action Peru Treks

We had a once in a lifetime experience with Action Peru Treks on the Short Inca Trail! Fredy was an attentive and knowledgeable tour guide! Highly recommend Action P...

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Grace

May 2019

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Our two-day Inka trek was amazing!

Our two-day Inka trek was amazing! Everything was so well organized and on time. Our tour guide, Ronnie, was so knowledgeable about the history of all of the sites w...

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Julie

Nov 2018

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Did Rainbow mountain trek

Did Rainbow mountain trek with these guys and they were great, super organized and our guide Odon was a really nice man.He was very friendly and so knowable about th...

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Raymond

Jan 2018

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PERFECT HIKE TO THE LOST CITY OF MACHU PICCHU

The Short Inca Trail was the perfect hike to Machu Picchu and we are more than satisfied that we have chosen Action Peru Treks for our hike. Action Peru is the way ...

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  • Make sure you know the difference between which trains are running express trains and which are running local. Familiarize yourself with the stops and station names, which if in a language unfamiliar can often sound quite similar to each other.
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