Laminated, waterproof tourist map of Peru with street plans of Lima, Cuzco, Arequipa, Ayacucho & Trujillo, plus plans of the main archaeological sites. The map is double-sided, dividing the main part of the country north/south at 1:1, 750, 000, with the Amazon region shown at 1:2, 500, 000. Bold hill-shading indicates the relief, with selected peak altitudes marked. Various mountain ranges & geographical regions are named, & national parks & nature reserves are indicated. Road detail distinguishes paved & unpaved roads,

Includes:: selected tracks & shows intermediate distances on many roads. Symbols denote local airports, mountain passes, archaeological sites, museums, caves, waterfalls, lighthouses, & other sites of interest. Latitude & longitude lines are at 1° intervals. Multilingual map legend

Includes:: English. An enlargement at 1:150, 000 covers the area of greater Lima & Callao, showing access to the international airport & highlighting beaches & places of interest. The city centre is shown on a detailed street plan at 1:18, 000, with selected hotels, main sights, etc. Two maps of Cuzco provide similar information: a more general plan 1:50, 000 plus the city centre at 1:12, 000. There are also street plans of Arequipa, Ayacucho & Trujillo. All the maps & plans are indexed for localities/streets, places of interest, etc. Also included are site plans of Machu Picchu, Chan Chan & Sacsayhuamán, a small map Peru showing administrative divisions & time zones with the neighbouring countries, & information on the country’s climate.



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Peru on a laminated, waterproof & tear-resistant overview map from the Buenos Aires based de Dios designed to highlight the country’s 100 best places of interest, historic sites, attractions, etc, all with descriptions. On one side is a basic road map of Peru with colouring indicating its national parks. The map is annotated with 100 colour markers cross-referenced to the information panels on the reverse. Also highlighted are numerous other places of interest. The map is indexed & is accompanied by street plans of central Lima & Cusco, a plan of the ruins at Machu Picchu, plus a map of the Inca Trail. On the reverse are brief descriptions of Peru’s 100 best sites, many accompanied by colour photos. Also provided is a calendar of main events. All the text is in English. ...

Peru in the Discover series from Lonely Planet; covering a range of countries worldwide & practically designed to allow travellers to find the most iconic sites & attractions at a glance. Uniquely designed, each title in the series

Includes:: a series of lists of the best things to do & see, with highlights, thematic

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Peru Eyewitness travel guide from Dorling Kindersley is a lavishly illustrated book concerned with providing the visitor with detailed background information to sightseeing in the country & a broad cultural introduction. Popular historical buildings & museums are often described with cutaway diagrams allowing you to view ...

Peru Eyewitness travel guide from Dorling Kindersley is a lavishly illustrated book concerned with providing the visitor with detailed background information to sightseeing in the country & a broad cultural introduction. Popular historical buildings & museums are often described with cutaway diagrams allowing you to view ...

Peru in the Berlitz Handbook series; comprising a range of guides providing comprehensive information on a range of international countries. Each guide is arranged by region, with individual sections on notable cities & towns in the area, in addition to ...

Peru in the Handbooks series from Footprint; comprehensive & leading guides designed & written for independent travellers who enjoy exploring off the beaten track. Footprint guides have an established reputation, built up since 1921, for catering for more adventurous & individual travellers. An unrestrictive editorial style also gives authors the freedom to capture & explore local cultures, sights & areas that are often not covered in other guides. Widely recognised for their reliability & independent writing style, Footprint guides all have the same layout. Introductory sections introduce the reader to the destination, with chapters on planning on your trip & essentials, including practical information & guidance on subjects such as when & where to go, itineraries, sport & activities, arts, getting there & around, eating & drinks, sleeping & a dedicated section on the anticipated carbon footprint involved in travelling to the destination. Each guide is organised geographically by region or country, with individual sections having a particular focus on an extensive range of sights & places of interest. Further, there are also details of accommodation, nightlife, restaurants & any notable local activities. Information boxes throughout the text give readers an insight into local customs, stories & sights of particular interest.A ...

Peru in the Handbooks series from Footprint; comprehensive & leading guides designed & written for independent travellers who enjoy exploring off the beaten track. Footprint guides have an established reputation, built up since 1921, for catering for more adventurous & individual travellers. An unrestrictive editorial style also gives authors the freedom to capture & explore local cultures, sights & areas that are often not covered in other guides. Widely recognised for their reliability & independent writing style, Footprint guides all have the same layout. Introductory sections introduce the reader to the destination, with chapters on planning on your trip & essentials, including practical information & guidance on subjects such as when & where to go, itineraries, sport & activities, arts, getting there & around, eating & drinks, sleeping & a dedicated section on the anticipated carbon footprint involved in travelling to the destination. Each guide is organised geographically by region or country, with individual sections having a particular focus on an extensive range of sights & places of interest. Further, there are also details of accommodation, nightlife, restaurants & any notable local activities. Information boxes throughout the text give readers an insight into local customs, stories & sights of particular interest.A ‘ Background’ section explores the history, economy, government, education, culture, people, land & environment of the destination in significant depth. There is also a ‘ Footnotes’ chapter with a basic language guide for travellers & information about the author. A useful distance chart tailored to the destination is also included in the inside back cover. * Please note:* the series is gradually being revised, reverting to its previous style of ” Handbooks”, published in a hardback format. ...

Former residents of Peru, husband & wife team Ross Wehner & Renee Del Gaudio offer an insider's view of Peru from exploring the churches & artisan neighbourhoods of Cusco to avoiding the crowds at Machu Picchu & picnicking on the wilderness beach of Reserva Nacional Paracas. Ross & Renee include unique trip ideas like Getting off the Gringo Trail, Archaeological Treasures, & 10 Days in Peru. Packed with information on dining, transportation, & accommodations, Moon Peru has lots of options for a range of travel budgets. Every Moon guidebook

Includes:: recommendations for must-see sights & many regional, area & city-centred maps. Complete with details on trekking the Inca Trail, exploring the Amazon, & surfing in Lima, Moon Peru gives travellers the tools they need to create a more personal & memorable experience. With expert writers, first-rate strategic advice, & an essential dose of humour, Moon guidebooks are the cure for the common trip.

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Whether you want to experience the wild nightlife of Lima or the exotic wildlife of the jungles of Manu & Tambopata, surf at one of the world's top breaks or discover lost Inca cities high in the Andes, or simply get off the Gringo Trail, Footprint's seventh edition of the highly acclaimed Peru Handbook will show you how. This guide provides unparalleled coverage on the country's ruins, fiestas, hotels & restaurants & other attractions that will take the more adventurous traveller off the beaten track. Discover the vast array of wildlife with extensive coverage of the jungles of Manu & Tambopata. The author Ben Box has travelled in Peru for over 20 years & knows the region intimately. This guide provides suggestions of activities for the adventurous traveller, from whitewater rafting to mountain climbing in the Cordillera Blanca. It offers tips & advice on how to escape the crowds & take alternative treks to Machu Picchu. An in-depth background section tells you everything you ever wanted to know about the Incas. It

Includes:: a full-colour planning section to inspire travellers & provide practical advice to help find the best experiences.

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