Lonely Planet’sPeru is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Explore the ancient Inca citadel of Machu Picchu, hike to the dramatic peaks of the Cordillera Blanca, and traverse three climatic zones in the Amazonian Parque Nacional Manu; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Peru and begin your journey now!

InsideLonely Planet’sPeru Travel Guide:

Up-to-date information -all businesses were rechecked before publication to ensure they are still open after 2020’s COVID-19 outbreak

NEW top experiences feature- a visually inspiring collection of [destination’s] best experiences and where to have them

What's new feature taps into cultural trends and helps you find fresh ideas and cool new areas

NEW pull-out, passport-size 'Just Landed' cardwith wi-fi, ATM and transport info - all you need for a smooth journey from airport to hotel

Improved planning tools for family travellers - where to go, how to save money, plus fun stuff just for kids

Colourmaps and images throughout

Highlightsand itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests

Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots

Essential infoat your fingertips - hours of operation, websites, transit tips, prices

Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sightseeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss

Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - history, people, music, landscapes, wildlife, cuisine, politics

Over50 maps

Covers Lima, Arequipa, Canyon Country, Lake Titicaca, Cuzco, the Sacred Valley, the Highlands, Huaraz, the Cordilleras, Amazon Basin

The Perfect Choice:Lonely Planet’sPeru, our most comprehensive guide to Peru, is perfect for both exploring top sights and taking roads less travelled.

Looking for just the highlights? Check outBest of Peru, a handy-sized guide focused on the can't-miss sights for a quick trip.

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Mark Johanson is a seasoned freelance journalist who lived on four continents before settling in Santiago, Chile, in 2014. His stories about travel, food, culture, and the environment have appeared in distinguished publications including Travel + Leisure, National Geographic, Conde Nast Traveler, AFAR, Newsweek, Financial Times, Food & Wine, Dwell, Men’s Journal, Backpacker, The Economist, The Guardian, The Sunday Times, Bloomberg, World Wildlife Magazine, BBC, CNN, Vox, Narratively, and others. He has co-authored a dozen Lonely Planet travel guidebooks to destinations across the Americas and Southeast Asia, including Bolivia, Cambodia, the Caribbean, Chile, Indonesia, Laos, Peru, and the United States. He has similarly co-authored several coffee table books for the iconic travel brand. Learn more at www.markjohanson.com.

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