South America Holidays

PERÚ Peru Capital : Lima LIMA . The sprawling capital, is daunting at first sight,but worth investigating for its museums, colonial architecture and nightlife. Routes radiate in every direction and great steps have been taken to improve major roads linking the pacific with the highlands. Travelling overland does, however, take time, so if on a short visit, flying is the best option. NORTH OF LIMA It is only seven hours to Huaraz, in the Cordillera Blanca, the country's climbing and trekkin centre. Mountaineering and hiking, can be easily linked with the archaeological site at Chavín, east to Huaraz, or  with the pre-inca cities Sechin and Chan Chán, the latter close to the colonial city of Trujillo. Heading up the coast, there is plendy of evidence of precolumbian cultura, particularly around Chiclayo, beaches for surfing (eg Chicama) or watching traditional fishing techniques, and wildlife parks in the far north near Tumbes. (Tumbes, and the nearby Piura-Sullana ro

Buenos Aires, Argentina Share a bottle of wine while watching a couple dance the tango, walk the streets steeped in history with a European atmosphere, visit the small cafes of Plaza Serrano and Puerto Madero, take a tour of independent artists, Buenos Aires offers a multitude possibilities for lovers in search of discoveries. Maragogi, Brazil Known as the Brazilian Caribbean, this destination between Maceio and Recife is one of the most romantic destinations in Brazil. Here, you can rest on the beaches in the shade of coconut palms and enjoy exceptional cuisine, the specialty of which is of course seafood. Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay Located on the border with Argentina, this city is best known for its history and the beauty of its streets. Indeed, we go there to walk hand in hand through the small colonial streets, visit the historic center with the lighthouse and Calle de los Suspiros, or to admire the sunset at Muelle Viejo. Trancoso, Brazil A former fishing village on the coas