Where Peru Travel Packages Can Take You
Of all the South American countries you can visit, Peru has one of the most diverse offerings for tourists who can either relax or stay active with the tours Peru can offer.
Natural Beauty of Peru
For the outdoor lovers, Peruvian travel packages can offer a diverse selection of activities that will keep your heart pumping or will help you relax in a peaceful environment. The Nevado Mismi peak isn’t a tough place to reach if you start in Arequipa, and once there you can discover the origin of the Amazon river. In this area, there are also opportunities for volcano climbing, and many locations don’t demand you have top notch climbing skills. The Ampato Volcano is definitely worth the trip, but you need to be an expert to make it to the top safely.
The Amazon rainforest is also another spot many can enjoy as part of their Peruvian travel packages.With more than 1,000 species of birds as well as other wildlife, this is a great birding location and a place to spot anything from parrots to jaguars -- just take the necessary precautions that your guide suggests.
You can also walk the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, surf on the Pacific coast, go white-water rafting, walk through the expansive Sacred Valley and explore the Colca Canyon. If you enjoy any outdoor adventures, Peruvian travel packages most assuredly have something for you, so consider your options before booking.
Man-Made Wonders of Peru
These are some of the best known highlights of tours Peru can offer. Machu Picchu is a 15-century Inca city that was abandoned by the Inca and undiscovered by the Spanish, making it a remarkable archaeological find. Restoration has been ongoing since the 1970s and visitors can enjoy the serene location while admiring the craftsmanship and culture of the Inca civilization.
The Nazca Lines are another man-made wonder and they require a helicopter ride to truly appreciate them. Etchings in the ground that stretch several miles form various shapes and figures, and no one is sure why they were created more than 1,300 years ago. The tours Peruvian guides can take you on often highlight the theories on why these were created, though no one is entirely certain.
Modern City Life of Peru
Lima is a modern city and the evidence of old traditions mixing with new technology and customs can be seen here, although more and more modern buildings make this a rather metropolitan area.
The citizens of Peru take great pride in their cuisine, so be sure to check out a few of the local restaurants. Cusco is also worth booking for Peru travel packages (tours Peru), as this city has more of its historical character intact.
