Today we had an 8.30 start, very civilized. After a leisurely breakfast we met Raul and Ramondo, our guide for today. First stop was the local market for a look at how the locals shop, it was amazing to see…
Welcome to Cusco
Today was an early start again, well not too early, we had an 8.50am flight Arequipa to Cusco. It’s only a short flight, just over 30 min, was our first ‘business class’ flight. Well, we were row 3, in front…
Chivay and the condors
We’re on the road back to Arequipa after our trip to Chivay. Last night after our dip in the hot springs we headed out for dinner to a local restaurant that features traditional dancing as well. Not sure if Raul…
Higher still – The Colca Canyon
Today we are heading higher still to visit the Colca Canyon, reputed to be twice as deep as the Grand Canyon. Not 100% sure on this, Raul has suggested that Peruvians love to exaggerate at times. As soon as we…
Arequipa-Jewel in the mountains.
Our day in Arequipa started with a city tour. First stop was a lookout above the city from where we could see the city laid out below and the mountains above. There was the option of a zipline ride here,…