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A visit to Machu Picchu is the highlight of most people’s trip to Peru. In fact, this ancient Inca Citadel attracts over a million visitors each year. Many visitors get there by way of the classic Inca Trail. Yet, there are n-number of treks that take you there, each unique in their own right. Machu Picchu is only reachable by train or by foot. Around eighty-percent of visitors reach Machu Picchu by train, and 500 hikers start out on Inca Trail each day, Peru’s most prevalent trek. Technically, all these treks follow ‘Inca’ trails, but only one is known as the ‘classic route’. Securing a permit for the Inca Trail must be done 4–6 months in advance. Luckily, if you’re looking to dodge the crowds and want to have an exceptional experience, there are a number of great choices for getting to Machu Picchu. We’ve put together a brief summary and description of the several options to help you decide which route is best for you. Choquequirao Trek (7 days) If you’re lo...

The best treks in the world are no walks in the park. But they’re sure to challenge you physically and mentally, while amplifying your view of a country. Without further ado, here are the 6 best treks around the world to take in 2020. Inca Trail, Peru Source: Unsplash.com The 33km (20 mile) ancient trail to the hilltop citadel of Machu Picchu was laid by the Incas and brought to mainstream attention by Hiram Bingham when he ‘discovered’ it in 1911. In the centuries since, millions of hikers have flocked to catch a glimpse of the (not so) ‘lost city’, and as a consequence daily hikers on the trail were restricted to just 200 in 2018. The result is a more tranquil experience for those fortunate enough to get permits, and increased protection for the archaeological site, which was suffering under the strain of its popularity (and hikers should still take extra care to  make sustainable choices when visiting ) . Pays Dogon, Mali Source: Unsplash.com ...