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walking in Peru. This incredible part of South America is simply packed with a huge variety of exciting experiences, fascinating culture and magnificent scenery. Taking a walking tour is one of the best ways to absorb all the sights and get a real feel of the heart of the country. From mountain peaks covered in snow to the tropical Amazon jungle, the terrain is ever changing and offers new sights to behold around every corner. Brimming with moving places of interest including Lake Titicaca, Cuzco and Machu Picchu, complemented by the remote rural villages, wonderful valleys, and variety of flora and fauna, walking in Peru wont fail to make a lasting impression on any traveller. The Natural Wonders As well as hosting some world class walking trails, this country offers some stunning sightseeing. The Colca Canyon is as deep as The Grand Canyon and is more than one kilometre from cliff top to riverbed. Much of the canyon is habited and lined with pre-Inca terracing and quaint Indian villages. Agriculture is the way of life in the canyon and sustains the population that has lived here for centuries. Famous also for the Andean Condors, the Colca Canyon is the best place to spot these awesome birds. Sadly, their population is dwindling in South America, but here you can see them at close range and watch them soar on the thermals just metres away. Lake Titicaca is a wonderful place to visit while walking in Peru. Situated at 3800m above sea level it is truly one of the most magnificent lakes in the world. According to Inca mythology this is the place where the rest of the world was created and indeed, the main town on the lake, Puno, is the capital of Peruvian folklore. Famous for its 40 inhabited floating islands, built by the local people in an attempt to escape troubles on the mainland, Lake Titicaca is close to Machu Picchu and makes a great base for visiting some interesting Inca sites. The floating villages were hand built using totora reeds fastened to a floating base. The lake people are said to pre-date the Incas and their culture is steeped in some fascinating legends and folklore. There are no roads on the islands, making them very relaxed and pleasant places to visit. The highlight of any holiday walking in Peru is the chance to hike the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. Through high altitude passes and dense jungle you are lead to a remarkably well-hidden and protected settlement built by the Incas around AD 1430. It is believed that it was originally an elite resort for the important Incas, but during the time of the Spanish conquest it was abandoned, famously missed by the aggressors and not rediscovered until the 20th century. Now a UNESCO site, Machu Picchu maintains much of its classical Inca style buildings. Because it remained untouched by the Spanish is considered an important and sacred place. Leading to Machu Picchu is South America’s oldest inhabited city, Cuzco. Once the capital city of the Incas it is now famed for its array of archaeological gems, some of the best in the Americas. Today the city buzzes with modernity and culture, yet its past retains a firm grip on the city. Locals converse in Quechua, the language of their forbearers, but are as comfortable switching to Spanish or even English. Colonial buildings house ancient treasures and the Inca built walls line cobbled streets. A great place to spend a few days exploring and relaxing. Tony Maniscalco is the Marketing Manager for Ramblers Worldwide Holidays. Join us on a holiday walking in Peru to the most scenic locations & landscapes at the best value prices. We offer over 200 guided group walking holidays in over 60 different countries.">For a special holiday, full of interest and diversity, choose walking in Peru. This incredible part of South America is simply packed with a huge variety of exciting experiences, fascinating culture and magnificent scenery. Taking a walking tour is one of the best ways to absorb all the sights and get a real feel of the heart of the country. From mountain peaks covered in snow to the tropical Amazon jungle, the terrain is ever changing and offers new sights to behold around every corner. Brimming with moving places of interest including Lake Titicaca, Cuzco and Machu Picchu, complemented by the remote rural villages, wonderful valleys, and variety of flora and fauna, walking in Peru wont fail to make a lasting impression on any traveller. The Natural Wonders As well as hosting some world class walking trails, this country offers some stunning sightseeing. The Colca Canyon is as deep as The Grand Canyon and is more than one kilometre from cliff top to riverbed. Much of the canyon is habited and lined with pre-Inca terracing and quaint Indian villages. Agriculture is the way of life in the canyon and sustains the population that has lived here for centuries. Famous also for the Andean Condors, the Colca Canyon is the best place to spot these awesome birds. Sadly, their population is dwindling in South America, but here you can see them at close range and watch them soar on the thermals just metres away. Lake Titicaca is a wonderful place to visit while walking in Peru. Situated at 3800m above sea level it is truly one of the most magnificent lakes in the world. According to Inca mythology this is the place where the rest of the world was created and indeed, the main town on the lake, Puno, is the capital of Peruvian folklore. Famous for its 40 inhabited floating islands, built by the local people in an attempt to escape troubles on the mainland, Lake Titicaca is close to Machu Picchu and makes a great base for visiting some interesting Inca sites. The floating villages were hand built using totora reeds fastened to a floating base. The lake people are said to pre-date the Incas and their culture is steeped in some fascinating legends and folklore. There are no roads on the islands, making them very relaxed and pleasant places to visit. The highlight of any holiday walking in Peru is the chance to hike the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. Through high altitude passes and dense jungle you are lead to a remarkably well-hidden and protected settlement built by the Incas around AD 1430. It is believed that it was originally an elite resort for the important Incas, but during the time of the Spanish conquest it was abandoned, famously missed by the aggressors and not rediscovered until the 20th century. Now a UNESCO site, Machu Picchu maintains much of its classical Inca style buildings. Because it remained untouched by the Spanish is considered an important and sacred place. Leading to Machu Picchu is South America’s oldest inhabited city, Cuzco. Once the capital city of the Incas it is now famed for its array of archaeological gems, some of the best in the Americas. Today the city buzzes with modernity and culture, yet its past retains a firm grip on the city. Locals converse in Quechua, the language of their forbearers, but are as comfortable switching to Spanish or even English. Colonial buildings house ancient treasures and the Inca built walls line cobbled streets. A great place to spend a few days exploring and relaxing. Tony Maniscalco is the Marketing Manager for Ramblers Worldwide Holidays. Join us on a holiday walking in Peru to the most scenic locations & landscapes at the best value prices. We offer over 200 guided group walking holidays in over 60 different countries.
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