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Peru

Andean peaks and terraced ruins

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Why go to Peru

Peru stacks deserts, high Andes and Amazon rainforest into one country. Take the altitude slowly and save room for one of the world's great food scenes.

Best time to goMay to September in the Andes
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01Ancient terraces in the Sacred Valley
02High-altitude treks
03Lima's food scene
04Lake towns on the altiplano
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