Peru Cruises

The iconic sound of pan flutes, also known as panpipes, is synonymous with South American culture. The distinctive sound is created by blowing through wooden tubes of different lengths tied together and a common instrument in Peruvian folk music.

Loved by locals - so much so that it has its own national holiday on 28th June - Peruvian ceviche is a traditional dish made with raw fish marinated in citrus juice with onion and chilli. Simple but delicious, Peruvian ceviche is a culinary delight.

This group of islands is known for its superb wildlife populations and rocky landscapes. Although they are protected, meaning tourists are not allowed ashore, visitors can catch sight of the islands’ impressive array of wildlife from a boat tour.

Peru’s national drink, Pisco is a grape brandy which was first created by Spanish settlers in the 1600s. When the Spanish people first started distilling, they baptised the grape brandy with the name of ‘Pisco’, along with the port from where it was shipped out. The brandy is made from grapes grown south of Lima in the region of Ica.

Large numbers of sea wolves (South American sea lions) and Humboldt penguins can be found on and around the Islas Ballestas, along with many other types of wildlife and birdlife. The mighty sea wolves are often seen playing in the water near tourist boats.

Mystery surrounds these ancient desert drawings, including straight lines, shapes, figures, animals and plants, which can only be seen from above. Hundreds of these geoglyphs can be found in the Nazca Desert, some up to a staggering 30 miles in length.