It was a very early wake-up call today, 4 am, but we were heading to the highlight of our trip Machu Picchu, one of the wonders of the world. Machu Picchu did not disappoint. Again, we had a four hour journey to reach Machu Picchu, which I hope one day to do the hike to this great destination, Who is In? Trimer-Hartley, Any teachers, Ornstein ??? We first took a two hour bus ride to the Inca train station for our two hour train ride to Machu Picchu. The bus ride was again through winding roads, mountains and valleys. Once we arrived at the station, we grabbed a very light snack and hoped on our train through the Sacred Valley to Machu Picchu. Once we arrived, it was another thirty minute bus ride to the most fascinating place that I have ever been. I am not going to talk to much about it because I don't want to ruin it for those who have not been here yet, but I suggest you visit this great place. We spent about three hours at the site and all I can say is WOW!!!
After our wonderful tour of this wonder of the world, we took another bus ride down the mountain to the city below. We had lunch at this wonderful place overlooking a waterfall and the beautiful river that it flows in. Lunch a little more Americanized than I would have liked, but the kids loved it. I also noticed that every time we have lunch somewhere in Peru, we here 80's music. I think they do it for us?? After lunch, we enjoyed for first chance to shop. Some of the students bought some great presents for their parents. We shopped for about two hours, much less than our regular shopping days in Italy a few weeks ago. After shopping it was back on the train and another four hour journey back to Cusco. Once we finally arrived in Cusco, We decided to go out to dinner at the restaurant next door. That is where we met Jason. In Peru, the Guinea Pig is a delicacy that many Peruvians enjoy for special events. One of our students decided to order this delicacy for their main entree. I must say when Jason came out with his helmet, teeth still intact and eyes, I became quite horrified, but our student was very excited to try this unique dish. In Peru, they bring out the Guinea Pig to take pictures before they cut it up and you dig in. I guess it was good because almost all of the student tried it and dissected it. Tomorrow, we tour the city of Cusco and finally get to sleep in a extra few hours. This is much needed after the last few very long days. I also want to remind the parents that we will be off the grid starting tomorrow. We will have no phone service, no internet until Saturday afternoon.
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