After yet another lengthy bus journey, I have arrived in Cusco (sometimes spelt Cuzco). I travelled to Cusco with Andres (who I met in La Paz) ... he is working/training here as a paramedic. In June he will move to continue his training in Germany ... but before he goes, he too is hoping to visit Machu Picchu! Snap!
So whilst I´m in Cusco, Andres has offered to show me around this historical city whilst i acclimatise to the altitude, before planning an alternative route to Machu Picchu ... the regular Inca Trail takes 4 days and costs upwards of $400. After some advice and searching online, I´ve discovered an alternative trek which avoids the masses and passes other sites of interest on the way ... oh, and it involves a 35km hike on the way!! Lucky for me ... I´ve invested in more substantial footwear which I´ve been wearing-in, in anticipation of the trek ahead!
Off to make some more Flip-clips ... check back soon!
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Hi Mr David!
ReplyDeleteWow, your journeys sound AMAZING! I wish I was there, not at school. :(
Emma :)