Starting point for trek into canyon

Arequipa, Colca Canyon and Puno

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August 29th 2010
We took an overnight bus from Cusco to Arequipa where we were firstly surprised at how modern this city is. The city centre is like any Eurpoean city and it was a big change from Cusco. We checked out a few tour companies and booked a 3 day tour of the Colca Canyon starting the following day. So at 3 am we set off on our trip. First stop was Cruz del Condor where we watched the condors flying. I ... read more

South America » Peru » Arequipa

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Ancient Peru was the seat of several prominent Andean civilizations, most notably that of the Incas whose empire was captured by the Spanish conquistadors in 1533. Peruvian independence was declared in 1821, and remaining Spanish forces defeated in 1... ... read more