The Inca ruins of Machu Picchu are no doubt the most iconic ancient site in Peru but this stunning South American country has many other gems waiting to be discovered.

Not only can you follow the legendary Inca Trail but also buggy ride across undulating sand dunes in the desert oasis of Huacachina or hike southern Peru's magnificent Colca Canyon, the second deepest in the world. Peru is home to a wild and beautiful segment of the Amazon rainforest as well as the breathtaking aquamarine blue Lake 69, which sits at the base of the Pisco Peak glacier. Daytripping from Cusco takes you to Vinicunca's ethereal rainbow mountains where natural minerals have created a multicoloured arc of layers that are one of Peru’s most popular attractions. Then there's Arequipa's resplendent colonial architecture and Chan Chan's Pre-Colombian ruins. Topped off with all-encompassing Pacific Ocean views from capital city Lima’s breathtaking cliffs and you have a country that’s home to some of the most outstanding wonders in the world.