Re-discovered in 1911 by explorer Hiram Bingham, the UNESCO archaeological site of Machu Picchu is the jewel in Peru's crown. But while the 2,500 metre high ancient settlement is what most people travel to Peru to see, the vast country has a number of awe-inspiring sights to capture the hearts of travellers.
From the bio-diverse Amazon rainforest, to mountainous valleys, cloud forests and the World's deepest canyon, Colca Canyon, Peru is a geologically diverse country with delectable cuisine, bustling cities and friendly inviting communities and there is an array of escorted tours to sample the amazing culture.
Last Minute Deals:
Inca Tours is offering a discount of $500 on its 11-day 'Lima to La Paz' tour when booked before October 31. Starting in Lima, the tour takes in the Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, the Amazon jungle and Lake Titicaca, ending with two nights in the Bolivian city of La Paz staying in superior hotels and lodges as well as experiencing the Orient Express rail journey across the Andes. The price of the tour is now $3,366. For further information contact 1800 024 955 or visit www.incatours.net
New Tour:
Tauck has launched a new 13-day tour for 2011, starting in Lima and ending in La Paz in Bolivia. The 13-day trip visits Cusco, Lake Titicaca, the Sacred Valley, the Nazca Lines, Machu Picchu and Lima and incorporates riding vintage rail cars through the Andes, watching the famous Paso horses as well as getting involved in cooking demonstrations. Prices start from $5,542 from April to October 2011. For further information contact Travel the World on 1300 857 437 or visiting our website, www.traveltheworld.com.au
Early-bird Offer:
Kutimunki Tours has early-bird offers on its 19-day Peruvian tour, from Lima to Arequipa, visiting the Amazon, Machu Picchu, Sacred Valley, Cusco, Lake Titicaca and Colca Canyon staying in 3* and 4* hotels. Prices start from $3,590 when booked by 31 October for trips from January to December 2011. For further information visit www.kutimunki.com
For further information on visiting Peru, visit www.peru.info