Chachapoyas
Situated deep in Peru’s northern sierra, Chachapoyas is a region peppered with the remnants of powerful pre-Inca civilizations and containing vast swathes of stunning rugged landscapes, defined chiefly by “cloud forests”.
Chiclayo
Chiclayo makes a great base for exploring the desert coast of northern Peru, which was home to a number of important pre-Inca civilisations, the most important of which is the Moche culture.
Huascaran National Park
A UNESCO World Heritage site, Huascaran National Park is in the heart of the Cordillera Blanca, the highest tropical mountain range in the world and one of the most spectacular mountain locations in all of Peru.
Trujillo
As well as hosting some charming and colourful colonial architecture, Trujillo makes a great base for visiting important archeological sites in the coastal desert of northern Peru, where the first civilisations in the country developed.
Lima
A city of great cultural and ethnic diversity, Lima is the political, commercial and cultural centre of the country, and is host to an enticing array of museums, shops, restaurants, bars, art galleries, cafes … well you name it and it is in Lima.
Manu Biosphere Reserve
The largest National Park within South American rainforest, Manu Biosphere reserve was previously conserved by its inaccessibility, and it remains fairly difficult to reach today. The park is teeming with tropical wildlife and is one of the most biodiverse areas on the planet.
Tambopata
The natural reserve of Tambopata has fantastic primary forest and an abundance of wildlife viewing possibilities. It is slightly more accessible than Manu making it ideal for those with not as much time to spend in the region.
Machu Picchu
Machu Picchu - perhaps the world’s most remarkable archaeological site - rarely fails to disappoint its visitors. Often cited as the highlight of a visit to Peru, the citadel stands resplendent in its surroundings, intertwining nature with the mysterious capabilities of mankind.
Cusco
The previous capital of the Inca Empire, Cusco is a remarkably atmospheric city nestled high in the Andes Mountains. The most striking aspect of the city is its unique blend of architecture, which places Spanish colonial embellishment atop strong Inca foundations.
Urubamba
Urubamba is one of the key towns in the staggeringly beautiful Sacred Valley, which is dotted with picturesque Andean markets, impressive churches and remarkable Inca ruins.
Lago Titicaca
Lake Titicaca
Halfway between the Peruvian and Bolivian highlands, Lake Titicaca is the highest navigable lake in the world at 3.812 metres above sea level. The thin air, the deep blue of the lake, the fauna of the highlands - among them the vicuña - and the native populations are some of the highlights.
Ayacucho
Ayacucho (or Huamanga, its original name) is a well-preserved city from Peru's vice-regal period with dozens of historic churches and monasteries, elegant mansions and other civic buildings, not to mention a lively market and all the bustle of a regional capital and university city.
Arequipa and The Colca Valley & Canyon
Arequipa and the Colca Canyon
The “White City” of Arequipa is a colonial gem while The Colca Canyon and valley constitute one of Peru’s most dramatic and spectacular natural landscapes.
Reserva Nacional de Paracas
The Paracas National Reserve
The Paracas National Reserve, Peru's only marine protected area, extends over a total 335.000 hectares; it was created with the aim of protecting large breeding populations of Humboldt penguin, South American fur seal and sea lions as well as 63 migrant bird species to whom this area is an important stopover.
The Nasca Lines
The world- renowned Nasca Lines are definitely one of the must-sees in Peru. These enigmatic lines where carved on the Nasca and Palpa deserts long before the Incas dominated the area, and never cease to mystify those who visit.
Ollantaytambo
Ollantaytambo is one of the key towns in the staggeringly beautiful Sacred Valley, which is dotted with picturesque Andean markets, impressive churches and remarkable Inca ruins. The town itself was previously an Inca fortress, the impressive remains of which can be seen today.
Northern Beaches
On Peru's northern coast there are a string of gorgeous beaches leading up to the border with Ecuador, dotted with private beach houses and small fishing ports. Here, the climate is closer to tropical currents, creating ideal conditions for watersports or simply relaxing on the beach.
