Train coming

Salkantay Trek

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October 2nd 2007
We´ve just got back from our Salkantay trek, and it was amazing! Jamie and I agree that it was the best thing we´ve done so far on this holiday, an incredible 5 days. So here´s the rundown... Day 1. We woke up at 4.30 to catch a bus to Mollepata. There was a bit of drama when some guys came up to us and said they would take us to our guide, but didn´t know our names or those of our guides ... read more

South America » Peru » Cusco » Salkantay Trail

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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