Lima is not the only South America destination in store for you when you visit Peru. This country is a vast landscape of diversity, and not just culturally. The geography ranges from lush, tropical rain forests to arid mountain heights.
The Huascaran National Park is part of the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve system. This is the hiking and climbing centre of Peru, and probably the most beautiful and rugged countryside within South America. Packed full of picturesque mountain villages and markets and majestic scenery, the unique hiking conditions of the Callejon de Huaylas valley is the perfect spot if you are an avid outdoorsman (or woman).
There is also the sacred capital of the ancient Incan Empire, the city of Cuzco. Once called the “navel of the world” by the early Incans, this city hearkens back to the time of the Incan Empire at its greatest height. You can see the legacy of the Incan Empire in the cobbled streets and stone walls that still stand today, and the descendants of those ancient Incans still live here today, giving the city a cultural vibe that is beyond description. With such a diverse array of archaeological treasures ranging from colonial architecture to ancient Incan ruins, this is a prime tourist spot for any South America trip.
Next, head to the city of Iquitos, where you can begin to discover the Amazon Basin, either by boat or by foot. Almost half of Peru is covered by the Amazon, and it is here that you can experience some of the lush, vibrant wildlife and eco-tourism that has begun to make Peru one of the most desired destinations in South America.
Machu Picchu has to be seen and visited if you go to Peru. It is a magical place.
Peru has some lovely sites Huascaran National Park is great for bike riding and walking and offers some great photography opportunities