Lost to the jungle for centuries, Machu Picchu was rediscovered by Hiram Bingham 100 years ago. It's now probably the most famous sight in South America - and justifiably so. Perched high above the river on a knife-edge ridge, the ruins are truly spectacular. The best way to reach them is on foot, following parts of the original paved Inca Trail over passes of 4200m (13,500ft). This fully re-walked and revised 5th edition includes: * Machu Picchu - Lost City of the Incas and one of the world's greatest sights * The Inca Trail, the Vilcabamba Trail, the Choquequirao Trail and the Santa Teresa Trail - ten hikes from two days to three weeks with 40 detailed route maps showing walking times, camping places and all points of interest. Also included is the Vilcabamba Trail, a fascinating four-day hike to the ruins at Espiritu Pampa, last Inca capital; the trek to Choquequirao and the trail to Santa Teresa. * Plus - two challenging treks linking the Vilcamamba Trail to the Choquequirao Trail and the Choquequirao Trail to the Santa Teresa Trail. * Choosing and booking a trek - when to go; recommended agencies in Peru and abroad; porters, arrieros and guides * Peru background - history, people, food, festivals, flora & fauna * The Imperial Landscape - a reading of Inca history in the Sacred Valley, by explorer and historian, Hugh Thomson * Lima & Cusco - hotels, restaurants, what to see, street plans * Health, safety and responsible tourism - trek safely and minimize your impact on a fragile region * Languages - Spanish and Quechua * Plus - over 70 maps - 15 town plans, 15 maps of Inca ruins, 40 hiking maps