Into Cusco

We were fed again on our three hour hop from Bogota to Cuzco...Avianca are great. The pilot also pointed out the Amazon river as we flew over it which was quite exciting.

Arrival at Cuzco airport was probably amongst the least efficient we have experienced. Everyone was pleasant it just took a huge amount of time to do, with lots of people having to recomplete landing forms (although why is beyond me - they weren't difficult). Once through, and a thorough questioning from customs, we picked up our hotel transfer.

The drive through Cusco was not disimilar to that of some south east Asian countries we've visited - a mix of hodge-podge electrics, honking traffic and unfinished buildings coupled with creeping development. After a quick shower at the hotel however, the main square showed a different face of Cusco - serene, maintained and historic. The beautiful 17th C churches surround the square along with countless small cafes and restaurants, where even the McDonald's and KFC are forced to blend in.Read more