The first glimpse of Machu Picchu is almost overwhelming in its beauty, and the longer you experience it the more intricate details seem to emerge. Just like the ancient citadel, Peru also reveals its complexities the more you explore. Click through the gallery below to follow along as industry insider and hotel expert Ignacio Maza shares his discoveries in this storied nation.
Despite all the ground I covered on my trip, I realized I only scratched the surface of what Peru has to offer. I am now busy planning my next journey that will include adventures such as hiking down Colca Canyon, seeing the Nazca Lines from the sky and winding through the Peruvian highlands on the new Belmond Andean Explorer luxury sleeper train. Where will your Peruvian adventure take you?