Getting around Cusco and southern Peru
Cusco airport to city centre, trains to Aguas Calientes (PeruRail vs. Inca Rail), buses to Puno, and Lima flight options.
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Cusco airport guide — arriving, transfers and everything in between
Complete guide to Cusco airport (CUZ): arrivals, taxi fares, transfer options, altitude tips on landing, and how to reach the city centre smoothly.
Cusco to Arequipa — bus, flight and everything in between
Getting from Cusco to Arequipa: overnight bus (10 hours), 1-hour flight, and the Puno scenic loop. Prices in PEN and USD, booking tips and what to expect.
Cusco to Puno — every transport option compared
How to get from Cusco to Puno for Lake Titicaca: Ruta del Sol tourist bus, direct bus, Andean Explorer train, and flight via Juliaca. Times, prices and
Getting around the Sacred Valley — transport options between sites
How to get around the Sacred Valley: colectivos, private taxis, guided tours and renting a car. Distances, prices and the best base towns explained.
Getting to Cusco — flights, routes and what to expect on arrival
How to get to Cusco: Lima connections, flight time, overland options, airport transfer tips and what to do the moment you land at CUZ.
Lima to Cusco flights — airlines, booking strategy and what to expect
Everything about Lima to Cusco flights: airlines, prices in PEN and USD, best departure times, booking strategy, and what to do if your flight diverts to
Trains to Machu Picchu compared — PeruRail vs Inca Rail, every class
PeruRail vs Inca Rail to Machu Picchu: every service class compared by price, comfort and value. How to choose, book and avoid common mistakes.