What a good nights sleep! I hauled myself out of bed for a breakfast at the hostel then readied myself to be taken to some ruins - my first real taste of south american history pre the Spanish conquest. Our guide Maritza drove us to the ancient ruins of Chan Chan, about 10 mins drive out of Huanchaco. They are over 1000 years old, making them older than the Inca ruins. As it turns out, the Incas actually conquered Chan Chan centuries later. The ruins were prett...

Not much to say for today. Over 13 hours, three buses and two taxis later we made it to Huanchaco, absolutely knackered and ready for bed. Will explore this interesting looking port town tomorrow!