Peru

Widely known as the home of Machu Picchu’s fascinating Inca ruins, Peru also offers Chan Chan, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, once the capital of the Chimu Kingdom, and major archaeological sites in Chiclayo, the remains of another ancient kingdom. Beaches on Peru’s northern coast, near the equator, feature warm water for surfing, windsurfing, and kitesurfing, fishing, and boating. Visitors to inland Peru will encounter the source of the Amazon, snow capped mountains, tropical forests, and a variety of wildlife.