CLEAN : Peru: stranded tourists evacuated from Machu Picchu walk along railroad

The transcript describes a journey where initial plans were disrupted by protests, leading to canceled flights and halted trains. Despite the challenges, the travelers felt fortunate to find a train and continue their journey. The transcript also includes a brief cultural and language context in Peru.

What was the significance of the protests mentioned in the text?

How did the speaker describe their overall experience during the travel?