What is Mercedes Jackson's definitive guide to traveling in Colombia and Peru?

Hi there! I haven’t published a single “definitive guide” that combines both Colombia and Peru yet, but I can walk you through how I’d structure it based on my Colombia itineraries and style of travel.

For Colombia, I focus on:

1. Cartagena: island hopping or sunset cruises, Palenque & Afro-Colombian history tours, Getsemaní walking tours (I love Beyond the Wall Cartagena).
2. Medellín: Comuna 13 with a local guide (like Medellin Tours), paragliding, salsa classes, and neighborhood exploring with viewpoints.

For Peru, I’d build it around:

1. Lima: food scene, coastal walks, and a city tour.
2. Cusco & Sacred Valley: acclimatization days, local markets, and Inca sites.
3. Machu Picchu: train vs trek options and how to time your visit.
4. Add-ons: Rainbow Mountain or Huacachina depending on your vibe.

Are you planning one long Colombia–Peru trip, or two separate ones?