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We are a travel operator with Headquarters in Cusco City and offices in the main destinations of Peru catering to travelers who want an original, authentic and unforgettable experience at the land of the Incas.

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Travel through an undiscovered land, with wild landscapes, deserts, snowy peaks, herds of alpacas, and reach the last destination- The “Rainbow Mountain” hidden in the Andes.

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MACHUPICCHU 2 DAYS

Peru’s best-known hike visited by thousands of tourists every year. This program is recommended for those having less time or those looking to hike a shorter version of the Inca Trail without camping.

HUMANTAY LAKE

The “Humantay Lake” is a natural attraction located in the village of Soraypampa, formerly only visited by those who ventured to make the trek to the Salkantay, but now it has become one of the most visited places by travelers.

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This tour is full of culture and history. Take pleasure in visiting the fertile Sacred Valley of the Incas well known for its fertile soil, climatic qualities, and location formed by the Urubamba River. 

The rainbow mountain at Palccoyo is made up of layered layers of sandstone. These fine-grained rock layers contain large amounts of iron and other minerals, which give the mountains pigments for the different color stripes.

The city of  Cusco  is the most amazing area to visit in  Peru  because of the variety of outstanding Inca sites, history and living culture  that the adventure visitor can see and been in contact. 

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In the Andes, Anyi means “reciprocity”.    Translated another way, it means “today for you, tomorrow for me” in the ancient Andean language of Quechua (or Runa Simi).

At Ayni Peru Expedition, we strive to bring that sentiment to each travel experience we offer, through genuine interactions with adventure trekking,  remote homestay opportunities, and exclusive work with local guides.   

Even if you join us for a day trip, we promise you’ll be taking something precious once you’re done, and leaving behind a wonderful mark of your presence in the minds of locals.

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“In one word: outstanding. Ayni Peru Expedition provided us with a customized private tour at a reasonable price. The agency is well organized, reliable and all the staff are very friendly and helpful”

“We wanted to spend time understanding how alpaca are managed in their natural habitat and because of Ayni Peru’s contacts we had the most marvellous experience…This was just part of the 11 day tour organised for us, covering all the usual places, and including a stay on Suasi Island in Lake Titicaca, here we had vicuna wandering across the beach at breakfast – wonderful!”

“Ayni staff is highly professional, caring and friendly from the first inquiry about the services through booking process and indeed during the tour from the first minute till the end. They all worked as the team to take good care about us and make our vacation incredible!”

In short we had an amazing tour of Nazca, Cusco, Machu Picchu and the Uyuni salt flats, and couldn`t have been happier with Ayni Peru`s exceptional planning and service.

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With over 15 years of experience guiding groups small and large, Urbano is Ayni`s lead guide extraordinaire! Urbano spends his time scheduling & training guides, plus leading groups throughout Peru.

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For 14 years, Huber has led tours and treks in Peru, taking clients to interesting spots other guides don’t visit.he has also studied medicinal plants, and loves teaching travelers about their fascinating benefits.

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If you have questions about travel in Peru and the rest of Latin America, Laura is your woman! A seasoned traveler, Laura helps clients perfect their itineraries.

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El Mercado is a welcoming property designed with a fresh take on traditional Andean art and cultural elements.

The whimsical El Retablo is a charming B&B-style property that showcases exquisite art and murals created by artists from the historically celebrated Cusco School of Fine Arts.

Passion, reciprocity, expertise, and professionalism—we are the pioneers of luxury lodge-to-lodge travel and unique cultural connections in the Andean Highlands to Machu Picchu and beyond.

The Salkantay lodge to lodge hike… tiring but wonderful. Real sense of achievement and learning a little about the highlands of Peru. Can’t wait to return and do another trip.

Thank you to MLP–you gave us the experience of a lifetime. We benefited from the knowledgeable and committed leadership of our guide and the first class service…MLP are well-respected by the local communities in which they operate.

As a couple who has NEVER hiked a day in our lives, the organization of the seven days far exceeded any expectations we had.

We have been trekking with Antonio for a week and I could not be happier with the journey. I was traveling by myself, but the staff made me feel very welcome and safe.

We just spent an amazing 7 days on The Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu. The entire trip was so well organized…[and] our guides were fantastic. A journey of a lifetime.

Despite some unusually bad weather, our guides were always encouraging and the lodge staff were ready to warm us up after a hard day of hiking–always working to make your trip an amazing experience. We highly recommend MLP!!

Authentic experiences through many special communities such as Choquecancha, expert local guides and very comfortable lodges in the Andes. A transformational and inspirational journey!!

I just got back from the Salkantay Trek. Our guides were the best. They shared so much with us about their country, their heritage, and their love of nature. I came home with a deep respect for the people of Peru and all their culture has to offer. MLP is a class act from beginning to end.

Our plan was not to bring our 8 year-old daughter [but] due to changes in timing we decided to bring her. I can’t imagine not having her with us on this incredible adventure. She learned so much, she was engaged in all the different cultural excursions as well as ALL the treks.

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• The Colombian-Peruvian border area in the Loreto Region due to  crime .
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Country Summary : Crime, including petty theft, carjackings, muggings, assaults, and other violent crime, is common in Peru and can occur during daylight hours despite the presence of many witnesses. Kidnapping is rare, but does occur. The risk of crime increases at night. Organized criminal groups have been known to use roadblocks to rob victims in areas outside of the capital city of Lima.

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Our cultural tours have been created to offer our travellers the opportunity to have an authentic look into the lives of indigenous Aymara and Quechua speaking Peruvians who continue thousands of year’s tradition. Most cultural tours include a homestay overnight. The longer you stay the more activities you can enjoy with them. A homestay in a remote community is a unique and special experience if well approached with a good tour guide and a responsible tour operator.

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Ask us about some of our kayaking or hiking tours. We have a variety of adventure options to fit all ages and fitness levels, with low-impact options for those who desire. Many of these tours are a merge of adventure and cultural/educational experiences. Some of these tours take us off the beaten path to be inspired and energized in nature. Immerse yourself in the beauty and wonder of the clear blue waters and stunning landscapes.

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Imagine you arrive in the floating islands and a very outspoken and age-diverse group of Uro people start singing for you in different foreign languages; Japanese, English, French or German. Would you hate it or love it?  Today the visit to Uros floating islands is the most controversial tour in Titicaca! It is all about the cultural interpretation of their modern reality! For more intimate and immersive experience check our cultural Puno tours.

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Shay Mitchell Stuns in Photos from Her New Travel Show Thirst — and Reveals the 'Intense' Schedule (Exclusive)

PEOPLE has a first look at the new Max show 'Thirst With Shay Mitchell' which sees the actress explore speciality drinks in Colombia, Peru and beyond

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Shay Mitchell is seriously dedicated to finding the best drink. 

In her upcoming travel show, Thirst With Shay Mitchell , the actress travels around the world learning about various “drink trends , the best bars and 8,000 years of sipping history” from expert hosts, per a press release. Along with sharing exclusive photos, the Pretty Little Liars star tells PEOPLE about her unique travel journey and how the new Max show – which premieres globally on May 23 – originated. 

“For me, getting to make Thirst is the dream…years ago I had my own travel YouTube series, and my time on the road and in planes led me to create BÉIS and then Onda…is there anything more perfect for me?” she says, referencing her bag and luggage brand and tequila line. 

According to Mitchell, the idea spawned from a time of creativity for lots of people: the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic. 

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“From the moment the idea came into my consciousness it clicked. It is a white space….there are endless travel shows about food but none about drinks,” she tells PEOPLE. 

The drinks Mitchell tries range in taste and type — and they all tell a story. In Argentina, she “encounters flaming cocktails at Buenos Aires' first tiki bar before an Argentine mixologist performs ancient spirit magic,” per a release. While in Colombia, she tries espresso beer, ancient floral beverages and even formerly illegal cocktails in Cartagena.

While it may seem like a mammoth feat, Mitchell and the team actually managed to shoot in “just under four weeks,” which packed in “four episodes in four countries, 10 flights, a dozen hosts and countless hours spent planning.”

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The schedule was “intense,” she says, but it was rewarding.  

“We landed after multiple flights and long drives and we hit the ground running; when you watch the show and you see us at Machu Pichu, San Telmo and Palenque that’s literally us out on our own in the world shooting on phones. And that was super important to me,” she adds.

For someone who doesn’t “believe in jet lag,” the mom of two says filming the new show “definitely tested my theory.” And she learned plenty of practical lessons along the way. “The weather threw us for a loop!” she says, adding that she had a “last-minute shopping excursion in Argentina because it was so cold.” 

She loved each destination for their own different reasons, but admits Colombia has been at the top of her travel bucket list for years.

“I really had no expectations and was totally blown away. The food! The people! The history! So much warmth,” she says.

For a show about drinks, you might think Mitchell would experience the occasional hangover. She says she tries her “very best” to avoid them, but if she does get unlucky, her “go-to cure” is “Hydralyte, sleeping it off and binge-watching a whole season of a show.”

And of course, Thirst With Shay Mitchell also features non-alcoholic beverages for the sober-curious set. “ Thirst explores all drinks — those that have taken the world by storm, and those that remain closer to home,” Mitchell reveals.

While the new show brings so many new adventures to the working mom, Mitchell says nothing is better than coming home to her two daughters Atlas, 4, and Rome, 22 months. 

“I love to travel, but I also love to come home. That feeling of walking in your door and sleeping in your own bed — is there a better feeling?” she says. “A lot of times I am traveling solo for work, so the first thing I do is track down my girls.”

Thirst With Shay Mitchell will premiere globally on Max on May 23.

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Intentionally cut AT&T wires caused massive flight delays at Sacramento International Airport, sheriff says

A n internet outage that caused massive delays, some hours long, for flights at the Sacramento International Airport (SMF) started after AT&T wires were intentionally cut, officials said.

Sgt. Amar Gandhi, a spokesperson for the Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office, said wires were deliberately cut at Bayou Way and Power Line Road, causing the outages that affected flights from Southwest and Delta Airlines. That utility pole is roughly two miles away from Terminal B.

Gandhi said the sheriff's office, which does contract security for the airport, noticed a service disruption around 1:30 a.m. Once crews arrived at the affected utility pole, they realized lines were deliberately cut.

When asked if there is a possibility that the lines may have been accidentally cut, Gandhi reaffirmed the intentional nature of the crime.

"It looks like someone who knew what they were doing," Gandhi said. "So this wasn't just a couple of teenagers ... ripping some wires out as a prank. looks very deliberate ... like they knew what they were doing."

Investigators are confident they will find the person(s) involved. Gandhi explained that any airport in the country is one of the most heavily surveilled areas possible. Those responsible could face at least felony vandalism charges, but because the FBI is also investigating, Gandhi said additional charges could arise depending on motive.

That depends on whether it was either a prank or something more criminal-driven that warrants more involvement from federal officials.

Crime scene investigators were seen photographing the area where the wires were cut. Investigators were also dusting the utility pole for prints.

SMF’s flight status webpage showed some flights were delayed by as long as 156 minutes for arrivals while most departures were delayed by anywhere from 30 minutes to an hour.

The outages caused such a backup for passengers that a line of people stretched around the entire terminal.

"Someone said down there that it's taking two hours. I'm worried that I'm not going to make my flight. Anyway, it's pretty awful," said Teresa Falkenstein who was confused about where to make a line.

Others like Byron Welch and his wife, missed their morning flight out of Sacramento. "Well, we're able to get booked into a much later flight, but now we won't get to our destination, which is Omaha, until midnight, so it's going to be a long day," said Welch, who arrived at the airport around 8 a.m.

SMF is asking fliers to contact their airlines for more information on their flight.

KCRA 3 Reporter Maricela De La Cruz, who was at the airport around 11 a.m., said additional Southwest staff were called in, and the system is being rebooted. Some kiosks are also now working. By 12:50 p.m., she reported that lines are back to normal.

A statement from AT&T reads:

"We’ve restored internet and wireless service to affected customers in the Sacramento International Airport area following a fiber cut which appears to be an act of vandalism or attempted theft. We appreciate the patience of our customers as we worked to make repairs as quickly as possible."

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