Travelling through a country like Peru required careful organisation of hotels, transfers, flights, sightseeings and transportation from one place to another. This is when one needs the expertise of an organised tour company.
My journey started with a long flight from London to Lima. We drove along the east coast taking in all the sights, before turning inland through the Andes Mountains (up to 4,600m -Negro Mayu, the highest point on our trip) and stopping in various towns along the way including Abancay, Ollantaytambo, Cusco (3,400m), Machu Picchu (2,400m) and then travelled down south to Amantani Island on Lake Titicaca (3,800m) and Puno, and climb up the Andes again to Colca Canyon and back down again to Arequipa.(2,350m), and finally took the flight back to Lima before returning to the U.K.
One of the challenges was of course adapting to the change in altitudes and avoiding sickness. I took the advice of our tour guide by keeping hydrated and drinking tea made with the coca leaves. This is legal in Peru and we were advised not to take any home a they were not legal in most countries outside Peru.
Travelling through Peru was a great adventure, one which I enjoyed immensely, and would recommend it anyone wanting to experience a rich and interesting culture, history, and stunning landscapes.
Amazing experience. I am never tired to read your blog. I have never known there’s so much to see in peru.Thanks for sharing.
And there is more – watch out for part 2 coming out soon. I am glad you enjoyed reading my blog.