Peru - 2014

On the Inca Civilization footsteps


This journey took us deep into the heart of Peru, exploring the legacy of the Inca Empire across some of its most remarkable sites.


We began in Cusco, the former Inca capital, where cobblestone streets and Spanish colonial facades blend with the stones of ancient temples. From there, we descended into the Sacred Valley, visiting Pisac and its impressive terraces before continuing to Ollantaytambo, one of the best-preserved Inca towns.


Our path also led us to Moray, with its mysterious circular terraces, and the Maras Salt Mines — a dazzling patchwork of salt pools still in use today.


Finally, we reached Aguas Calientes and made the ascent to the crown jewel of the trip: Machu Picchu. Standing among the clouds, the Lost City of the Incas revealed its timeless magic, an unforgettable finale to a journey through the spiritual heart of the Andes.

A row of decorative signs and markers at an arctic circle landmark site under blue skies.
Sweeping mountain valley landscape showcases green fields and winding roads beneath dramatic clouds in Peru's Sacred Valley.
A panoramic view of ancient stone terraces and stairs at Ollantaytambo ruins in Peru's Sacred Valley.
Ancient stone fountains with water spouts carved into stone walls at a historic archaeological site in Peru.
Historic ruins of stone buildings stand along a mountainous valley trail in Peru, part of the ancient Inca Empire.
Stone-paved pathway winding between weathered walls in an ancient Incan settlement.
Cobblestone path winding through rustic stone walls in a charming medieval village street.
Line of ceramic teddy bear statues wearing sunglasses sit on a white ledge with bottles in a decorative display.
Aerial view of the ancient Machu Picchu ruins nestled in misty mountain peaks on a cloudy day.
Dramatic cloudy skies with bright sunlight peeking through dark storm clouds creating moody atmospheric scenery.
A panoramic view of ancient Machu Picchu ruins with surrounding misty mountains and green terraces in Peru.
Ancient stone ruins of Machu Picchu with iconic Huayna Picchu mountain peak rising through misty clouds in Peru.
A panoramic view of ancient stone walls and ruins at an archaeological site with partially preserved stone blocks.
Panoramic mountain landscape with wispy clouds hovering over dramatic green peaks and valleys in tropical terrain.
Ancient Inca terraces and winding mountain roads curve through the dramatic landscape of Machu Picchu, Peru.
Panoramic view of rocky mountain peaks with snow patches under a cloudy blue sky in mountainous landscape.