The North Coast and Northern Highlands Travel Guide
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Guidebooks
The North Coast and Northern Highlands are the least traveled but most diverse areas of Peru. There are beaches, mountains, green fertile valleys, dry desert, and tremendous archaeological sites and museums. The region also has the least developed tourism industry and travel often requires time and patience.
The North Coast and Northern Highlands Hotels
Fodor's local writers visit every hotel we recommend. Look for our discerning Fodor's Choice picks or search by price and location.
The North Coast and Northern Highlands Restaurants
Find the best North Coast and Northern Highlands restaurants in every price category with our top picks.
Things To Do in The North Coast and Northern Highlands
Explore the best sights, entertainment, and shopping with our top choices and insider tips.
Travel Deals in The North Coast and Northern Highlands
- $749 & up -- Flights to Lima, Peru on Sale (R/T, incl. Tax) Major Airlines on Fly.com
- Galapagos & Peru Experience IExplore
- Footsteps of the Inca IExplore
- Peru Experience — $1,879 IExplore
The North Coast and Northern Highlands Experiences
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The Ancient World: Along the coast, Chavín, Moche, and Chimú ruins date as far back as 3,000 BC. In the highlands are Wari sites... Read more
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In Túcume, 35 km (21 mi) north of Chiclayo, you can see an immense pyramid complex, including Huaca Larga, one of the largest adobe pyramids... Read more
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While much smaller than the Cordillera Blanca, the main chain of the Cordillera Huayhuash is known for its isolation and pristine environment... Read more
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Exploring the Ancients... Read more
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Condor Travel and Guía Tours both organize tours to the ruins around Trujillo. Clara Bravo and Michael White are great guides for Trujillo... Read more
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Some of the most incredible flora and fauna live in protected areas near Máncora and Punta Sal. Luckily, we can visit these important... Read more
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News
A man who'd been released from prison on Monday boarded a United Airlines flight in San Diego yesterday ... Read more
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Trip Ideas & Itineraries, Best of the Best
The land of rolling pastures and historic cathedrals (and Bono) is cooler than you might think.... Read more
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Cruises, News
The sleek, while value-oriented, Italian cruise line MSC Cruises rolled out its long-awaited MSC Divina... Read more
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Arriving:· Forums Trip Reports
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