The Peruvian Amazon is astonishingly rich in biodiversity and boasts the most species of birds in the world. Flights operate from Lima and Cuzco to Iquitos in the north and Puerto Maldonado in the south.
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Following in the footsteps of 4000 ancient priests and their attendants, explore Cuzco's Inca temple of Koricancha. Gaze upon the stone walls and imagine this Temple of the Sun, or ‘courtyard of gold’ in all its resplendent glory. Gold panels once lined its walls and glittering altars and statues surrounded a golden sun disc which illuminated the temple with dazzling rays of reflected light.
5 Hotels, 7 Tours, 1 cruise, 2 Experiences
Strolling along Miraflores' elegant promenade with the gentle ocean breeze caressing your skin and tang of sea salt in the air, you watch surfers ride towering crests as the waves crashes below and para-gliders float by with billowing parachutes bright against the cornflower blue sky. Music drifts from a nearby bar as joggers rush past and cyclists whizz by, their eyes drawn to the breathtaking vistas of this beautiful district in Lima.
3 Hotels, 7 Tours, 2 Cruises, 3 Experiences
Holding your breath as you veer round hairpin bends, spellbinding landscapes sweep by in an endless panorama. Emerald-clad mountains shrouded in an ethereal mist tower over patchwork fields dotted with tiny villages. The Urubamba River snakes its way through the Sacred Valley below as you ascend the mountain and wait for the rolling clouds to reveal the magical ruins of Machu Picchu.
5 Hotels, 7 Tours, 1 cruise, 4 Experiences
Formed by coastal plains, the Ica Region is most famous for the mysterious Nazca Lines – a series of geoglyphs depicting animals and people that stretch for miles in the desert and can only be viewed from above. A popular destination for those with an interest in archaeology and wildlife, the Ica Region is home to a cemetery dating back to 1000 AD, rugged coastline, small rocky islands and an abundance of marine mammals and sea birds. Sitting in the shadow of the Misti volcano, UNESCO-listed Arequipa – Peru’s second largest city – is dominated by a dramatic landscape of snow-capped volcanoes and colossal canyons. Dubbed ‘The White City’ due to its striking white volcanic rock buildings, historic highlights include the Jesuit Church of La Compañia with its intricately carved façade and the Santuarios Andinos Museum which houses the mummified remains of an Inca girl. Arequipa is the ideal place to acclimatise before heading to Colca and Titicaca. The world’s second deepest canyon is twice as deep as the Grand Canyon and winds its way through a valley beneath a dramatic landscape of steep pre-Inca agricultural terraces backed by towering mountains. An early morning visit to Cruz del Condor offers staggering views and a chance to see the majestic Andean condor soaring high in the skies. The area offers a fantastic range of sightseeing, but altitudes of up to 3650 metres, so it is necessary to acclimatise before visiting Colca. If you've already discovered Peru's most famous attractions or you are looking for an alternative destination that is less travelled, then this region is ideal. Let us tailor make your perfect Peru itinerary and discover the very best of this fascinating region and incredible country.
3 Hotels, 2 Experiences
The Amazon
Cuzco
Lima
Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu
Ica Region, Arequipa & Colca
