The buses in Peru are amongst the best I have seen in the world. Certainly a vast step up from those in Australia, USA or England. From Lima to Arequipa, a journey of 16 hours, I splashed out on the 'super cama' (actually only $40 or so). A fully flat (180 degree) leather recliner, plus a dinner and breakfast service, meant I arrived pretty fresh.Arequipa itself is a lovely spot, without anything hugely distinctive to note. Though, if I am saying that about a gorgeous colonial town, flanked by snow capped volcanoes and with a perfect climate, it may be time to head home.
One point of distinction is the food in this part of Peru, which again over delivered. It took a bit of time to track down one of the famous 'picanterias' (there are none in the city centre), but once there it was all worthwhile. La Nueva Palomino was definitely the place to be eating. This restaurant of 200 seats, crammed with local families, served up a fantastic spread of local food, the highlight being rocoto relleno, a huge chilli stuffed with meat, onion, eggs and spices. Very spicy and delicious. A definite item for Café Bolivar, Sydney.
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