North Peru bite-sized trips
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Lesser visited than the South of Peru, the Northern region offers National Parks abundant with natural beauty and the ruins of Kuélap provide a glimpse into the past, predating the Inca Empire. For some relaxation, the coastal town of Máncora provides with sandy beaches and swaying palm trees – bliss!
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Peru may not be famous for its beaches, but the popular little town of Máncora is where it’s at if you fancy feeling the sand between your toes during your Peruvian adventure. Only a couple of hours from the border with Ecuador, and with year-round temperatures in the mid-20s, this former fishing village may not be the Maldives, but provides a well-earned opportunity to kick back and relax next to the Pacific at the end of your holiday.
Peru may not be famous for its beaches, but the popular little town of Máncora is where it’s at if you fancy feeling the sand between your toes during your Peruvian adventure. Only a couple of hours from the border with Ecuador, and with year-round temperatures in the mid-20s, this former fishing village may not be the Maldives, but provides a well-earned opportunity to kick back and relax next to the Pacific at the end of your holiday.
Trek through the world’s highest tropical mountain range, a land of endless snowy peaks and wisps of cloud reflected in blue lagoons – it’s hiking heaven. Visit traditional towns tucked away in the Andes and swing in a hammock with valley views.
Trek through the world’s highest tropical mountain range, a land of endless snowy peaks and wisps of cloud reflected in blue lagoons – it’s hiking heaven. Visit traditional towns tucked away in the Andes and swing in a hammock with valley views.
Often referred to as the Machu Picchu of the north, the ruins of Kuélap sit dramatically on a mountain ridge and are a worthy rival to Peru’s most famous site, with fewer tourists too. Once home to the Warriors of the Cloud Forest, Kuélap predates the Inca Empire and provides a jaw-dropping glimpse into the past. Staying in the peaceful town of Chachapoyas, you’ll also visit one of the world’s highest waterfalls – the remote and spectacular Gocta Falls.
Often referred to as the Machu Picchu of the north, the ruins of Kuélap sit dramatically on a mountain ridge and are a worthy rival to Peru’s most famous site, with fewer tourists too. Once home to the Warriors of the Cloud Forest, Kuélap predates the Inca Empire and provides a jaw-dropping glimpse into the past. Staying in the peaceful town of Chachapoyas, you’ll also visit one of the world’s highest waterfalls – the remote and spectacular Gocta Falls.
On your way to Peru or Chile, why not make a quick stopover in Bogota, the capital city of Colombia? Amble along cobbled streets, past colonial buildings and impressive street art then swing by a road-side cafe for a cup of tinto – a small cup of strong Colombian coffee. With a local artist you’ll discover a different side to this incredible city as you wander through the labyrinthine streets of La Candelaria, the city’s historic heart.
On your way to Peru or Chile, why not make a quick stopover in Bogota, the capital city of Colombia? Amble along cobbled streets, past colonial buildings and impressive street art then swing by a road-side cafe for a cup of tinto – a small cup of strong Colombian coffee. With a local artist you’ll discover a different side to this incredible city as you wander through the labyrinthine streets of La Candelaria, the city’s historic heart.
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