It took us three days to travel down from Vilcabamba in Ecuador to the mountain town of Chachapoyas in Northern Peru famed for Kuelap, the mountain top fortress of the Chachapoya civilisation.
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Vilcabamba – The Valley of eternal youth
Vilcabamba is set in a “magical” valley and is famous for its long-living residents and is known locally as the “Valley of Eternal Youth”.
A Hike in Cajas National Park
Some of the most beautiful scenery in southern Ecuador is to be found in Parque Nacional de Cajas, 30 kms up into the mountains outside of Cuenca.
Chimborazo – Biking down a volcano
Most people stay in Riobamba to take the train to the Nariz Del Diablo ( Devils Nose). As it wasn’t running as the track was being repaired, we decide to take bike ride down Ecuador’s highest volcano.
Colonia del Sacremento — 5 Reasons to Visit
The UNESCO World Heritage City of Colonia del Sacremento is small but very picturesque town on the banks of the River Plate across from Buenos Aires .
Marvellous Montevideo – Meat, meat, meat
The bus ride from Salto through Uruguay is reminiscent of England – rolling hills and lots of cows. we are on our way to the capital city of Uruguay, Montevideo
Accidental Nomads 