Too Easy!

The Inca Trail

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May 26th 2007
So, the dreaded Inca trail (or Inca trial as it is sometimes known)… Since arriving in Cuzco, even since arriving in South America, the knowledge that we had signed up to do the Inca trail was hanging over us. All of the sights of the Sacred Valley and all of the bars and restaurants in Cuzco were enjoyed under the looming shadow of this four day hike. The first day began with a 5:30am pick ... read more

South America » Peru » Cusco » Machu Picchu

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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