From exploring Lima's colorful neighborhoods to hiking the Inca Trail, visiting Machu Picchu, and conquering Rainbow Mountain, here's everything I experienced during eight unforgettable days in Peru. In September 2026, I finally had the chance to cross Peru off my travel bucket list, and I can confidently say it was one of my favorite trips to date! Over the course of eight days, I explored everything from the colorful neighborhoods of Lima to the ancient Inca ruins of the Sa