Peru

Despite no laws enshrining same-sex marriage having been passed in Peru, legal protections against discrimination mean that LGBTQ+ travellers in Peru can enjoy the country without fear of persecution or challenge. Especially in larger cities, there are big gay scenes to be enjoyed.

Explore the capital city of Lima. Classic colonial architecture, modern buildings and bustling streets vie with the surrounding peaks of the Andes. Lima boasts a great collection of pre-conquistador art. If you like fish you must try ceviche.

Of course a trip to Peru wouldn’t be complete without a trip to iconic Machu Picchu.

Get off the beaten track with a visit to Lake Titicaca, South America’s largest lake and the world’s highest navigable body of water. The lake borders both Peru and Bolivia, and is surrounded by incredible mountains and glaciers. Be sure to visit the Uros Islands – a group of small artificial islands that are home to the Uros people – an indigenous group that predate the Incas!

Explore the Peruvian Amazon on a luxurious all-inclusive river cruise – complete with exquisite staterooms, gourmet food and premium beverages. Spend your days hiking the jungle and admiring the unique wildlife, then come home to your private jacuzzi. Whether you’re looking for adventure or relaxation, an Amazonian river cruise has something for everyone.

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International flights go direct to Lima, but for those destinations which don’t fly direct you can reach the country via many of the South American hubs.