Taking advantage of the Fiestas Patrias holidays, many Peruvians are encouraged to travel to the interior of the country and enjoy an adventure with friends or family; Among the most requested destination in recent years is Cusco.

If you dare to travel to the imperial city on this long holiday, Inca Rail informs you that Cusco is in the dry season, that is, there is no rain, so it is recommended to carry in your suitcases light clothes for the day and shelter for the night where it is usually very cold. In addition, you should keep in mind the following tips:

Clothing: Although there is no rain this season, you should pack a waterproof jacket for the small drizzles that usually happen suddenly, also, you should wear trekking shoes, polo shirts for the day, cap and glasses.

Blocker and repellent: Did you know that Peru is the country with the highest solar radiation in the world? Therefore it is important to protect your skin from an early age and reinforce with applications throughout the day. It is also important to carry a repellent, some areas near the river usually have many mosquitoes and it is preferable to be protected. A good advice to avoid mosquito bites is to eat foods, high in vitamin B, such as whole grains.

Backpack: For trips it is important to carry a small backpack where you load the essentials, remember that the tours are long and carrying little luggage will make your walk easier. In your backpack you should always carry your documents (ID, Passport), money and a snack for the road.

Use of cards: today, due to technology, most retail stores have implemented payment with debit and credit cards so it will not be necessary to carry much cash for the tours.

Gadgets: for travel you always carry a portable cell phone charger and ample memory, so you will not miss any opportunity to register your trip and the beautiful landscapes of the Peruvian highlands on your camera and smartphone.