Peru

On the west of South America, Ancient Peru was home to several prominent Andean civilizations, most notably that of the Incas whose empire was plundered by the Spanish conquistadors in 1533. The Spanish were finally expelled in 1824. In 2001 a caretaker government oversaw new elections  which ushered in Alejandro Toledo as the new head of government.

Today Peru is relatively safe although some areas are still considered dangerous due to crime and terrorism and local knowledge should be sought before travel.

Geographically Peru has a western coastal plain, the high and rugged Andes with eastern lowland jungles in the Amazon Basin.

To get the most from a Peruvian holiday, we recommend Incas Del Peru - a full-service Travel and Learning center, based in Huancayo, Peru that caters to travelers who want to get to know new people, cultures and the country.

The most renowned site is Mach Picchu a spectacular mountain top city believed to have been built by The Incas just before the Spanish arrived and it was never completed or discovered until recently and today 1000's of visitors flock there every day.  To beat the rush we suggest you either leave early, or treat yourself to a first class stay at Sanctuary Lodge which at 8,200 feet above sea level, is the only hotel within the very sanctuary of the Machu Picchu Inca citadel.

Located right on the top of a mountain, the lodge is a couple of seconds from the majestic Inca ruins. Apart from the beautiful panoramic view, the hotel has an attractive interior garden that has a variety of local flowers and exotic orchids. You can indulge in a wide range of activities in the area, including mountain biking, whitewater rafting as well as fishing and horse riding. Reflecting the casual, intimate atmosphere of a home away from home, the Lodge has 29 well-appointed rooms and 2 suites. They come with modern conveniences and some of the best views of Machu Picchu and the Sacred Mountain.