Monday, May 27, 2013

The Variety Of Vacations To Peru

By Tabatha Fickel


Vacations to Peru have been engendering a lot more interest recently. Peru is a sizable country and has many places that are worthy of a visit while in vacation mode. In addition to the urban areas of Cuzco, Lima and Arequipa, there are Pacific Ocean fronts, rain forests and mountains. Getting started with online web pages helps you to do the preplanning. Besides that, learning more about the area before you go will help you to enjoy your experience more.

There are rain forests in Peru, contrary to what you may have believed. A great holiday location is the natural reserve known as the Manu Wildlife Center. There you can stare up at towering palm trees. Brazil nut trees are a local crop. The boat trips down the Madre de Dios River allows travelers to see giant otters and the tapirs, a native species.

Centuries ago, it is said that fleet-footed messengers could convey fresh caught fish from the coast to Machu Picchu within a matter of hours, using the "Inca Trail". The trail is not a single route, but a system of roads that connected the far-flung parts of the empire. By booking in well in advance, today's tourist can trek any of several stretches that still exist. Perhaps the best-known one is the four-day route from Cuzco to Machu Picchu.

History and architectural wonders are combined in the City of Lima. You can spend time visiting the Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi dedicated to Saint Jude. This edifice is in the Spanish Baroque style. Associated with the church is a monastery, catacombs, and convent with an extensive library. More than 25K volumes, including some rare old volumes are cataloged there.

Many geography texts mention Lake Titicaca, which is the highest navigable lake in South America. It lies at more than two miles high. The location spans the border between Bolivia and Peru. Visiting this part of Peru is a challenge because of the altitude. Many people will suffer altitude sickness unless there is a slow acclimation period.

A different type of physical fitness is needed when you want to do some mountain bike treks. Some travelers begin at Cusco and travel to Puerto Maldonado using a mountain bike. This type of exertion requires athletic stamina and is not for a person who hasn't prepared physically.

An opportunity to ride Peruvian Pasos horses makes an unforgettable holiday in Peru. These gaited horses have been called the Cadillac of horses. The ride is exceptionally smooth, with none of the jolting and bouncing that is typical of the quarter horse and other breeds. A horseback trek into back country is an experience that is not found anywhere else.

Vacations to Peru offers something for nearly everyone. You can have outdoor adventures, as well as shopping, cuisine and cultural experiences. You can begin your search for a unique holiday by looking online for a activity or location that catches your interest.




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