Peru Trip - Jessica's Travelogue

The Inca Trail in Peru is 42 kilometers long.

Mike and Julia spent 5 days hiking in Iceland.

Jessica hiked through the Amazon rainforest during her Inca Trail experience.

Ice axes and crampons are used for glacier hiking in Vatnajökull National Park.

The path of the Inca Trail leads to the Moon Gate.

Jessica had a challenging hike without any impact on her.

Iceland is referred to as the land of fire and ice.

The Urubamba River is part of the route for the Inca Trail.

Mike and Julia encountered hot springs during their glacier hike.

Peru Trip - Jessica's Account

Jessica's first impression of Peru was a desire to visit Machu Picchu
She was interested in the vibrant culture and history of South America
The Inca Trail starts in the Sacred Valley
It's a 42km route over 4 days, leading to the Sun Gate
The trail passes through the Urubamba River valley, the Andes mountains, and diverse ecosystems, including forests, alpine tundra.
The trail showcases incredible Incan sites and Mother Earth (Pachamama).
It highlights the warmth of Peruvian hospitality
Many people worry about the Inca Trail's difficulty.
It involves stairs, requires a good level of fitness and endurance
Altitude sickness is a concern, drinking plenty of water is essential to mitigate this

Peru Trip - Mike and Julia's Account

Iceland is described as the land of fire and ice.
Mike and Julia spent 12 days in Iceland
They felt like they were traveling through a different planet every day.
Their best moment was hiking on glaciers in Vatnajökull National Park
They climbed on the glaciers with ice crampons
They navigated ice crevasses during the hike.
They experienced breathtaking views of the glaciers and the landscape.

Explore Jessica's experiences traveling to Peru, including her journey along the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. Discover the vibrant culture, breathtaking ecosystems, and the challenges of altitude sickness. This account highlights the rich history of the Inca civilization and the hospitality found along the path.