Fodor's Essential Peru

EXPANDED COVERAGE: Special emphasis has been placed on trending Lima's dining scene and alternate Inca Trail-type hiking routes. Focused coverage on Peru's essential, must-see destinations includes new restaurants and hotels.
ILLUSTRATED FEATURES: The guide offers beautifully illustrated, in-depth coverage of Machu Picchu and the Inca Trail and the Nazca Lines with maps, history, and practical tips. Peru's history is revealed in a photograph-rich timeline that illuminates the ancient sites. Coverage of the Amazon jungle and the Cordillera Blanca helps adventurous visitors experience the outdoors as well. A feature on Peruvian food not only steers travelers to the best meal but also lets them know just what's on the plate.
INDISPENSABLE TRIP PLANNING TOOLS: A "Need to Know" feature offers travelers top-line planning information about the country as a whole. "Top Attractions," "Great Itineraries," packing advice, and frequently asked questions make planning simple. Extensive information on trusted tour operators allows travelers to book with confidence. Convenient overviews present each region and its highlights, and chapter planning sections have good advice for making the most of your time and getting around by car, bus, and train.
DISCERNING RECOMMENDATIONS: Fodor's Essential Peru offers savvy advice and recommendations from local writers to help travelers make the most of their visit. Fodor's Choice designates our best picks in every category.
INCLUDES: Machu Picchu, Inca Trail, Cusco, Sacred Valley, Lake Titicaca, Lima, Nazca, Amazon, Cordillera Blanca, and more.
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