Whatever views tickle your fancy, whether it is majestic mountain ranges, tropical jungles, vast deserts, or beautiful beaches stretching to the beyond; the stunning country of Peru can provide them for you. If you are a keen walker it is hard to get bored with the scenery. If you tire of what the mountain ranges have to offer, then catch a train to the east and trek through the Amazon rainforest. The unique geography of Peru makes it a must-see destination if you enjoy walking. Peru has many incredible places that you should not miss visiting – here are just a few to tantalise you.

Inca Trail to Machu Picchu

This trail will present some of the most magnificent mountain views you have ever seen and is worth the two to three day trek; the scenery is so stunning that you sometimes forget that you are walking. Peru has placed certain restrictions on parts of the trail due to previous damage of the environment, so you will need to do your research carefully before you begin. You can start your journey at Ollanta, a striking Inca fortress and town, and then make your way up the mountain range towards the north. Along the path there are plenty of Inca structures to entertain and amaze you as are you are walking. Peru is full of Incan towns and structures and Machu Picchu is no exception. You will probably need a few days to explore everything the region has to offer.

Trail to Choquequirao

This trail starts in Cachora, and will take around one to two days of walking. Peru, as mentioned, is partly covered in jungle forests, and the town of Choquequirao is situated in a micro-climate which generates a dense rainforest that covers the buildings and terraces. Along the route you will find yourself spoilt for choice for your picnic spots with beautiful rivers and smooth boulders upon which to sit along the beginning of the trek. If you’re striking out on your own and the thought of carrying your camping equipment and food supplies along the trail is a little too much, then there are plenty of local muleteers in the town of Cachora who will carry your bags on their mules and donkeys. This may be especially helpful when you reach the steep climb to Choquequirao on the second day of walking. Peru plans to construct a cable car to run up and down to the town to bring more tourists to the area; so if you are someone who enjoys the lesser-travelled paths, then visit this trail before the cable car does.

Trail to Vilcabamba

If you are feeling a little more adventurous, then try the six to eight day hike to Vilcabamba, the last refuge of the Inca Empire. It starts in Huancacalle, visits Vilcabamba and then continues on to Chihuanquiri. As well as Vilcabamba, there will be many more historic sites for you to discover such as Luccma, Rosaspata and