Peru. Inca's masterpieces, cities and wild nature

Cusco, Mora terraces , Maras salt terraces

In the morning we go to the airport and fly to Cusco - the capital of the Incas, 3400 meters above sea level. We check into a hotel, walk along cobbled streets, admiring colonian Spanish houses with unusual balconies. 

A rented transport takes us to the Mora terraces (1 hour on the way). Scientists believe that these terraces, which resemble antique amphitheaters, were used for growing vegetables during Inca times. The lower terrace is 15 degreees cooler than the upper one! 

Next, we head to the Maras salt terraces. Here the Incas created a system of salt evaporation from an underground stream. Locals continue their traditions - each Maras family owns its own salt section. In the evening we return to Cusco (1 hour on the way).

Sacred valley of the Incas, Walk in the jungle, Hot springs in Aguas Calientes

Our group trip to Peru takes us to Aguas Calientes (6 hours on the way). We will drive through the sacred valley of the Incas, admiring beautiful mountain views. On the way, we will stop at a picturesque place to walk in the jungle, enjoying the views of the uplands of the Andes Mountains. The walk will take approximately 2 hours. 

We reach Aguas Calientes, a small town that until recently was a village for railway workers. We check into a guesthouse, and relax in thermal springs.