What a day! Part 3
March 14, 2023 in PeruOllantaytambo is the last occupied Inca village. They are all descendants of original Inca people and choose to maintain this simpler life. It's a pretty large village with many streets running offRead more
Ollantaytambo is the last occupied Inca village. They are all descendants of original Inca people and choose to maintain this simpler life. It's a pretty large village with many streets running offRead more
After all this touring, we're ready to relax and enjoy the train ride from Ollantaytambo to Aguascalientes that will be the base for our visit to Machu Picchu tomorrow. What a funky little place!
While we had an idea what we would see today, nothing can compare to the beauty that is Machu Picchu! We boarded our bus at 8am to take us up to the entrance. Even the ride was breathtaking. AlfredoRead more
Aguas Calientes is a really interesting little town. 4500 people live here and all are for the tourism of Machu Picchu. It is lively with so many restaurants, shops, hot springs, hotels, hostels andRead more
5am pick up and we're off again! After a 2 hour drive and a nice breakfast stop, it's time to really challenge ourselves! It's a nail biting 40 min switchback ride to the base. Apparently rail guardsRead more
Alfredo started our morning with a visit to Christo Blanco, a beautiful gift from the Palestinians that is perched high above Cusco, over looking the square. From here we can see just how wide spreadRead more
Today started at the original "border" crossing, Portada de Rumiqolqa. The control for those entering the sacred valley. Anyone entering the area had to pass through here. There's also a water canalRead more
Our home for these 8 days was charming, and we'll remember how sweet Carmen was every morning. So many memories and so much history to absorb. We won't miss the horn honking though 🤪
All aboard! So much excitement boarding ... unpacking knowing it's for 18 days... hallelujah!!! The ship is so shiny and polished! The highlight for sure though is a quiet cabin with a luxurious bed!Read more
Traveler Typical Inca woman
Traveler Peeking through a doorway in Ollantaytambo village
Traveler Village street, narrow and cobblestoned