We flew from Lima to Cusco and were met by our Explora colleagues who have a beautiful eco hotel in the valley and arrange guided tours across the 82km valley which includes Machu Picchu. The view from the hotel is spectacular
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We also saw traditional farming on the hotel land where they have their own crops
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As we didn’t arrive until lunchtime we had a lovely walk near Moray where there are Inca sites know for there round terraces. The views from above the sites were amazing but apologies for the two photo bombers
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On the way home we saw a statue of a man, woman and donkey carrying salt from the mines of Maras in the valley
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Tomorrow we are on a days hike to see Inca temples and ruins.
Beautiful photos, safe travels xxxx
I thought that was you two next to the donkey! Great views
Just been catching up with your journal ? absolutely amazing ? loving it soooo much ?