Within 24 hours of landing in Peru, Jasmine, Appy, and I had flown across the country to Cusco, located in the “Sacred Valley” where Machu Picchu and many of the magnificent Incan ruins are located. Jet lagged and still adjusting to the drastic elevation change–Cusco is located 11,150 feet above sea level–we were winded by the walk up three flights of stairs to our room in our hostel. But the best way to fight jet lag is to keep to your normal sleep schedule, which means no sleeping during daylight hours. (I’m a mean travel companion).
We explored at least five Incan sites in Cusco and the surrounding small towns during our visit. With the help of our driver, Miguel, and fueled by the Peruvian diet of potatoes and fish, we were able to see the ancient Inca capital and their temples and tombs. We also tried pisco sours for the first time, the national drink made of pisco liquor, lime juice, and egg white!
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