Day 3 - First Full Day

Everyone enjoyed a restful night’s sleep, much needed after yesterday’s long travel day. We had fluffy pancakes, scrambled and fried eggs, with which we had chicha morada (purple corn drink) and sauco jam. Everyone broke up into groups where we explored and familiarized ourselves with the town. We had tallarin con salsa de carne de res (pasta with beef) for lunch before heading on a group walk to Inka Bridge and the Ollantaytambo ruins, led by our awesome guide, Pancho. We also had fun on a playground and playing soccer with some local kids. We returned to Tumi House and had two hours of free time, where many chose to head back into town for more shopping while others rested. Dinner ended with several spirited rounds of “guess the song”, led by our incredible leaders Rex and Ada :). We had an incredible first full day in Peru and can’t wait for the adventures to come. We are also looking forward to meeting our host families tomorrow!

- Rex Hudson and Adalynne Mertz