Villas in Peru

From ancient Incan civilizations and lost cities to diverse, vibrant food, Peru has much to explore for travelers with itchy boots. Hike the highest peaks of the Andes. Try incredible food. Go beach hopping. Visit the Peruvian Amazon and try the indigenous lifestyle. For urban life, you can discover Peru’s fascinating culture while learning Spanish and salsa dancing. Or catch a cultural presentation. There is so much variety! These villas are located from the northernmost point of Peru to the center and south in cities like coastal Talara, mountainous Cusco and the vibrant capital of Lima.

Travelers have varied options with these Peruvian villas. Choose from a budget, rustic villa to a luxury mansion in Lima. Or even a classic, gigantic villa in Cusco. Whatever your choice may be, you can rest assured that your spacious accommodations will come equipped with everything to make your holiday as hassle-free as possible. These villas feature gardens, balcony/terrace, and kitchen. Many of them also include a large private pool or jacuzzi with ocean views, depending on which area of Peru is on your itinerary.

There’s so much to explore in Peru. Try sand boarding in the dessert. Or surfing in Mancora. Explore the Peruvian Amazon. The Amazon River starts its journey in Peru before exiting out into the Atlantic Ocean on the Brazilian side. Experience a whole different way of life as you watch exotic animals, eat with local natives and canoe along rivers with the verdant jungle surrounding you. Another awesome activity to try is white water rafting on the mighty Rio Apurimac. And that’s just the tip of the iceberg!

Many trekking lovers dream of coming to Peru to try some of the most challenging, spectacular treks on the planet. In Peru, hikers and trekkers will have a wealth of options to choose from. One of the most stunning alpine treks in the world, the snow-clad Cordillera Huayhuash, is a challenging, remote mountaineering experience perfect for endurance hiking. Another option is to roam the trails of Cordillera Blanca, namely Llanganuco to Santa Cruz, and photograph the awe-inspiring craggy, white peak of Taulliraju. You might also consider hiking in Huaraz to find the Lost City of Choquequirao, one of Peru’s most breathtaking remote sites.

While in Peru, take the time to tour Lima and see the different historical museums showcasing the country’s rich colonial and pre-Colombian heritage. After wandering the Plaza de Armas, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, check out some of the city’s numerous museums such as Museo Larco, the Catacombs of the Convento de San Francisco, and the Huaca Pucllana pyramid nearly two millennia old! Outside of Lima, history fans will greatly enjoy a visit to Pachacamac, one of the oldest standing archaeological ruins in the Americas. And, if you make it to Southern Peru, see the mummies of Arequipa at the Santuarios Andinos museum.

Lima hosts tons of attractions for inquisitive travelers. Peruse the art galleries, have a coffee to die for in a colonial mansion, and take frame-worthy photos of some of the most stunning cathedrals in South America. Then, after dark, venture out to the vibrant nightlife scene by going to a peña. This experience will have you dancing classic Peruvian folk music while guzzling down Pisco sours and reveling in the taste of typical Peruvian food.

The Nazca Lines are a colossal group of Pre-Colombian desert geoglyphs that have perplexed scientists and historians for centuries. There are over 300 different giant motifs of figures including plants and animals within a 1000 km radius. One of the best ways to see them is by taking flights from the town of Nazca or Paracas.

Most tourists only spend a day in Cusco before running off to Macchu Pichu, but if you take a few extra days to explore, you’ll see that this city is a stand-alone gem. Explore some of Cusco’s 15 key historic sites with a Boleto Turístico pass. Check out the boutiques in the artisan quarter of San Blas. Or, head over to the pre-Incan Salineras (salt pans).

The ancient Incan Trails of Machu Picchu and Sacred Valley need no introductions. This bucket list site is what traveling dreams are made of. Numbers are limited, however, and advance booking is an absolute must.

Although less frequented, this marvelous Peruvian site is steadily gaining ground among savvy travelers. Known in Spanish as Montaña de Siete Colores, these swirling colors can be found south-east of Cusco in the Cordillera Vilcanota and day trips can be organized from the city.

There’s no doubt that Peru is a food paradise for vegetarians and meat lovers alike. Peru is known for its culinary variety. It’s also the birthplace of quinoa, maca and 3800 different varieties of potatoes! Try chicha morada or learn about chocolate. Alternatively, sample Peruvian delicacies such as Cuy (guinea pig), Amazonian crocodile, Peruvian ceviche and more!

After you’ve disembarked from the train, behold the largest lake in South America and probably the highest in the world, at more than 12,000 feet above sea level. While here, see the floating islands made of grass. There’s also an underwater temple that will be made visible to the public at the future museum of Santiago de Ojjelaya.