Finally we’ve been able to take some time out from enjoying Guatemala and Mexico to finish our second video, Crisscrossing the Andes, from Bolivia to Colombia. Continue reading
Our second video is now complete
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Category Archives: Peru
Watch our video trailer “Crisscrossing the Andes”
Watch the trailer to our second video – Crisscrossing the Andes. While we are busily trying to finalise this video, here is a one-minute trailer to whet your appetite. Enjoy! Continue reading
Rules of the Road: Peru
When travelling from country to country, we notice and enjoy learning the little differences that exist in all parts of life. When it comes to the road, it is essential that we observe and adapt quickly. So far, Peru has been the most difficult to understand, but after more than 5000km of riding in this country, we discovered there was a well ordered system of road rules that everybody follows. Those rules are as follows: Continue reading
Meeting a “King of Bling”
Having hit the Peruvian coast, it wasn’t long before we left the busy Pan American Highway to ride east into Peru’s central highlands and then north towards Ecuador. Exiting Lima, we experienced the worst traffic to date and we were relieved to get out of there unscathed. We spent the next two weeks exploring towns that were well off the tourist trail and were touched by the friendliness we encountered.
The true standouts of northern Peru are the lesser known archaeological treasures left behind by the pre-Inca civilisations that inhabited this region. We visited ancient townships, temples and museums showcasing the rich cultures of these peoples. Continue reading
Riding South America’s “Route 66”
When you hear about a recently opened, beautifully paved road that goes from Peru’s jungle to its coast, it is impossible to resist. We didn’t know at the time, but this road – the Interoceanic Highway – had been dubbed by the Wall Street Journal as South America’s Route 66. Continue reading
Exploring Peru’s Sacred Valley
If I had a bucket list, one of the top few items would have been ticked once I saw Machu Picchu with my own eyes. This place is a true wonder and we spent the full day exploring every corner of the site. It must also have been a special day for two new brides-to-be who suddenly saw their boyfriends on one knee! However, there are many other lesser known and unique treasures throughout this area, aptly called the Sacred Valley. Continue reading
Our Odyssey Overland 