Peru and its neighbour, Bolivia, are an exotic travel destination par excellence, offering the spectacular mountain ranges of the Andes, tropical rain forests and deserts, and unrivalled fauna and flora. The heart of the ancient Inca Empire has maintained its character to this day: almost half the population are descendants of the original Indian inhabitants. Follow in the footsteps of the first explorers on a journey that paints a picture of lost civilizations.

About the Author

The authorBased in Bonn, Germany, author Rainer Waterkamp studied journalism and became a dedicated world traveler. His travel reports have embellished many well-known magazines and journals, and his travel guides and illustrated volumes have spanned topics such as Ethiopia, the Andes, and Africa's east and south. Already published at Bucher: South Africa.The photographer Arne Nicolaisen is an experienced freelance travel photographer who has published his work in numerous renowned magazines and newspapers. He also presents his photography to the public in multimedia slide shows.