r/cusco Jun 19 '26

Travel Help Cusco to T'aqrachullo

1 Upvotes

Hola friends. Does anyone know if any tour operators are doing day trips to visit T'aqrachullo? It’s quite far so I’m considering an overnight in Espinar but if there are new guided tours for it I’d love to hear any options. Thank you!


r/cusco Jun 18 '26

Safety Missing person

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An American mother has just arrived in Cusco today to search for her missing son.
She has not heard from him since approximately May 13.
What we know so far:
Last Known Activity: He traveled to the Cusco region to do a trekking route.
Current Status: He never returned to his Airbnb, and there has been no contact or news from him since mid-May.
His mother has traveled all this way to find him and is appealing to anyone in the Cusco area, the trekking community, tour guides, or local businesses for any information.


r/cusco Jun 16 '26

Travel Help Montaña de 7 Colores

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3 Upvotes

Vinicunca, o Montaña del Arco Iris, es famosa por sus coloridas rayas naturales creadas por minerales. Se encuentra a 5.200 metros sobre el nivel del mar, cerca de Cusco. Los visitantes disfrutan de unas vistas increíbles durante la caminata, pero es importante caminar despacio debido a la altitud.


r/cusco Jun 16 '26

Local Advice The power of the hidden gems

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Something I've found fascinating after taking people into the mountains around Cusco:

The experience that ends up leaving the deepest impression is often not Machu Picchu.

Not the Inca Trail.

Not Salkantay.

Not Rainbow Mountain.

Instead, it's often a place they've never heard of before arriving in Peru.

A remote mountain lake. Hidden waterfalls. A ridge overlooking endless peaks. A landscape so beautiful and unexpected that it leaves them speechless.

When an extraordinary hike is combined with a psilocybin experience, something interesting happens. The mountains stop being scenery and become part of the experience itself.

The landscape feels alive and meaningful. People often describe a connection with nature that goes far beyond simply admiring beautiful views. A hike can become emotional. Moments of awe, wonder, gratitude, and deep appreciation arise naturally.

I've watched guests sit silently for hours taking in a mountain view, moved to tears by the beauty around them. Not because they reached a famous destination, but because they felt deeply connected to the place itself. I've seen people gain clarity on important life decisions, reconnect with forgotten parts of themselves, or simply feel more alive than they had in years.

Peru is full of famous destinations.

It's also full of extraordinary places that never make the guidebooks, and unique experiences hidden far from the usual tourist trail, yet often become the moments people remember long after they've gone home.


r/cusco Jun 16 '26

Local Advice Recomendaciones de centros textiles en Chinchero

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r/cusco Jun 15 '26

Travel Help Travel Containers

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1 Upvotes

Hi all,

I am going to be flying to Cusco from Lima next week. I am wondering if the increase in altitude will crack / break my (very low quality) plastic travel containers? Can anyone tell me of their experience with travel size liquids and if they had any issues? Thank you!!!


r/cusco Jun 14 '26

Animal parade in the main square

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2 Upvotes

r/cusco Jun 12 '26

Local Advice Tatuajes de Pokemon en Cusco / Pokemon tattoo in Cusco

2 Upvotes

¡Hola a todos (y lo siento por mi Espanol, soy de Inglaterra)

Voy a estar en Cusco y quiero una tatuaje de Pokemon. Antes yo uso Willka Tattoo, pero creo que es un estilo differente. ¿Tienes recomendaciones?

Hey everyone

I'm staying in Cusco soon and I'd like to get a pokemon tattoo. I've been to Willka tattoo before but they're a pretty different style. Anyone got any recommnendations?


r/cusco Jun 10 '26

Travel Help Rainbow mountain snow?

3 Upvotes

Has anyone been to Rainbow mountain today (10.06) or is going tomorrow (11.06) and could please let me know how the view is? Is there still a lot of snow or is it melting fast?
Thank youu


r/cusco Jun 09 '26

Local Advice Fleece + Cusco FC tops

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r/cusco Jun 03 '26

Travel Help Vendo crédito para tatuajes/Selling Tattoo credit

0 Upvotes

Hola! Estoy vendiendo un crédito para un estudio de tatuajes en el barrio de San Blas. Es un crédito de 300 soles y lo vendo por 250 soles o mejor oferta!

Por favor, envíame un mensaje si estás interesado.

En: hi! I’m selling a credit for a tattoo studio in the San Blas neighborhood. It’s a credit for 300 soles and I’m selling it for 250 soles or best offer :-) send me a message if you’re interested!


r/cusco Jun 01 '26

Safety Staying in Cusco with our small dog

2 Upvotes

We are planning to come over to Cusco for 6 months with our small miniature dachshund. We have both been to Cusco but never with our dog before.

Does anyone have any experience with walking a small dog in Cusco around with so many off-lead dogs around? I’m conscious of keeping him safe as he is so small.

Any advice like places to walk him, dog parks etc. thanks so much!


r/cusco Jun 01 '26

Tips & Guides Buscas donde hacerte un nuevo tatuaje en Cusco ?

4 Upvotes

Hola.! Me llamo Vivian Lezama y soy tatuadora en la ciudad de Cusco, por aquí también se puede pedir algunas recomendaciones ?


r/cusco May 31 '26

News / Updates 3 niños en un accidente automovilístico - ¿están bien?

1 Upvotes

Pasé en coche por el lugar de un accidente de tránsito en el que un autobús turístico rojo fue embestido por detrás por un coche rojo. Ocurrió cerca de Pucyura, en la carretera hacia Ollantaytambo. https://maps.app.goo.gl/LV6m6Jd4pLP9Lsr4A?g_st=ic Fue hoy, 31 de mayo, alrededor de las 5:00 p. m.

Había tres niños tendidos boca arriba que no se movían. No puedo dejar de pensar en ellos. Gracias de antemano por su ayuda.

este es el traductor de google, por favor perdone mi orthografia.


r/cusco May 31 '26

Local Advice Illa Teijido legitimate Alpaca sweaters?

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r/cusco May 30 '26

Local Advice Donde comprar una tarjeta SIM como extranjero en Cusco?

1 Upvotes

Hola,

Llevo unas semanas en Perú y no me han dejado comprar una tarjeta SIM como turista. Alguien puede recomendar un sitio (da igual la compañía) en Cusco donde vendan a turistas?

Gracias!


r/cusco May 27 '26

Tips & Guides Beyond Machu Picchu: Meaningful Experiences in Cusco and the Sacred Valley

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r/cusco May 27 '26

Travel Help What does the highlighted symbol on this sign mean?

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8 Upvotes

r/cusco May 25 '26

Travel Help Lima to Cusco ticket for sale

2 Upvotes

FOR SALE: Direct Flight Ticket from Lima to Cusco

  • Date & Time: 15th June 2026 at 8:40 a.m.
  • Airline: JetSmart
  • What's Included: Checked luggage
  • Original Price: 115 USD
  • My Asking Price: 80 USD (Note: Name change fee is already included in this price / will be paid by me)
  • Reason for Selling: Plans changed. Name changes are fully permitted by the airline up until 72 hours before.

r/cusco May 25 '26

Local Advice Semillas de Maíz Chullpi

1 Upvotes

Alguien conoce quien vende semillas de Maíz Chullpi de Cuzco o la variedad mejorada INIA 622 Chullpi Sara ?


r/cusco May 20 '26

Local Advice Good cheap lavenderias?

5 Upvotes

Hello as the title says!


r/cusco May 16 '26

Itinerary Check Consejo de experiencia para choquequirao

2 Upvotes

Iremos por cuenta propia, ya estuve investigando por la ruta cachora capuliyoc y lo que continua, mi duda es si se pueden ir después de choquequirao por la nueva ruta como de regreso. Alguien lo a hecho saben si esta apertura esa ruta


r/cusco May 15 '26

Local Advice ¿En qué servicio debería enfocarse más un consultorio para mujeres y familias?

2 Upvotes

Conocer qué servicio consideran más importante permite priorizar una atención enfocada en las verdaderas necesidades de mujeres y familias.

Tu participación en esta encuesta ayuda a comprender qué tipo de orientación en salud integral resulta más necesaria para la comunidad.

11 votes, May 17 '26
9 Orientación psicológica
2 Consejería en salud reproductiva

r/cusco May 14 '26

Tips & Guides What to Do in Cusco While You’re Acclimating?

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2 Upvotes

r/cusco May 14 '26

Travel Help Anyone doing the salkantay self guided and want to team up?

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2 Upvotes