South America is truly a marvel to behold. You get a heady mixture of fascinating culture combined with utterly unique landscapes unlike anywhere else in the world. While you have lots of options in terms of which countries to visit, if you really want to head off the beaten path, you can't go much wrong with selecting Peru! Located on the Pacific side of the continent, it boasts a fantastic array of indigenous tribes and Spanish colonial architecture, all wrapped up in a fascinating mixture of landscapes from Pacific beaches to mountain ranges and eventually running into thick rainforests the more you move into the interior. If you like the sound of all this and want to plan a trip, there are a few things to keep in mind. This post will take an expedition that enables you to make your trip go without a hitch.