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What sets our guides apart is their practical, budget-focused approach. We don't just tell you what to see, we tell you how much it costs, how to get there by local transport, where to eat for under 10 euros, and which places to stay offer the best value for money. Every recommended spot comes with its Google Maps link, rating, opening hours and entry fee. We do the research so you don't have to.

Here are all of our guides:

Discovering Cusco from A to Z: The Complete Traveler’s Guide The 15 absolute must-dos, where to eat, where to stay, and all our best tips to make the most of the ancient Inca capital, Cusco! | Our travel guide, specially crafted by De Sacs et d’Eau Free Walking Tour in Cusco A free walking tour of Cusco packed with history. Discover the best of Cusco simply by wandering through its streets. | Our travel guide, specially crafted by De Sacs et d’Eau How do you get to Isla del Sol from Copacabana? Getting to Isla del Sol from Copacabana is easy when you know where to grab your tickets. We'll guide you step-by-step to help you avoid the pitfalls and make the most of the crossing. | Our travel guide, specially crafted by De Sacs et d’Eau Go stargazing in Vicuna From observatory tours to expert guides and passionate local astronomers, here is how you can stargaze in Vicuña, right in the heart of the Elqui Valley—home to some of the clearest skies on the planet. Here are our favorite spots and practical tips to help you plan your adventure. Vicuña and the Elqui Valley: our guide to making sure you don’t miss a thing Stargazing, bike rides, pisco, and local cuisine: here is our complete guide to exploring Vicuña in the Elqui Valley, just an hour and a half from La Serena. | Our travel guide, specially crafted by De Sacs et d’Eau Valparaíso: a practical guide to exploring the street art capital Street art, historic funiculars, the Concón dunes, and local nightlife: here is our practical, honest guide to exploring Valparaíso with peace of mind, complete with an interactive map and handy safety tips. Where to eat well in Sucre? Our 4 must-try spots Local gastronomy, refined tapas, and legendary salteñas: we're sharing our 4 must-try spots to eat well in Sucre, Bolivia. Gourmet menus from €15. Visiting Asuncion in 2 days: an itinerary through a transit capital Let's be honest, Asuncion isn't the most touristy destination in South America. But if you're spending 2 days here in transit, here is how to make the most of your time: museums, the costanera, local restaurants, and all on a shoestring budget. 3 days trip from Atacama to Uyuni by 4×4: budget and practical tips Discover our complete guide to the 3-day 4x4 road trip between San Pedro de Atacama and the Salar d'Uyuni. Day by day, we share our journey through colorful lagoons, geysers, the giant salt flat mirror, surreal rock formations, and all our practical tips to help you experience this unforgettable adventure across the Bolivian Altiplano. From budget and altitude to packing essentials: here is everything you need to know before you hit the road.

About Our Travel Guides

Our guides also reflect our commitment to more responsible travel. We favour overland transport, locally-run shops and restaurants, family-run accommodation, and ethical alternatives to mass-tourism attractions. No lecturing, just concrete choices that make travel better for everyone.

From South America to Europe and Southeast Asia, every destination is covered with detailed itineraries, interactive maps and real budgets. Before you zip up your backpack, dive into our guides: resources made by travellers, for travellers, so you can set off with peace of mind and miss nothing.

Our guides mainly cover South America (Peru, Chile, Bolivia, Argentina, Colombia, Ecuador), Southeast Asia (Laos, Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia) and Europe (Spain, Portugal, Italy, Greece). Every guide is built for backpackers on a limited budget: we favour affordable places to stay, local restaurants where you can eat for a few euros, and free or low-cost activities.

What makes our guides different is that they always build in an eco-conscious approach. We recommend overland transport over domestic flights, homestays over hotel chains, and experiences that support the local economy over mass-market attractions. You'll also find a "Travel responsibly" box with tips specific to each destination.

Guides made by backpackers, for backpackers. Read them before you leave, save the maps to your phone, and use them right there on the ground.

Learn more about us and our “De Sacs et d'Eau” project

We're Tristan and Mathilde. A French duo who set off for a year of backpacking across South America, with one conviction: the best memories are made along the way. De Sacs et d'Eau is our travel blog, with complete guides, itineraries tested on the ground, and interactive maps to help you plan your trip with everything you need, right in your pocket. To do that, we favour overland travel over flying, buy local, and choose accommodation and businesses run by local people. Travelling far, yes, but with our impact in mind.

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