Find your holiday to Cuenca

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We say: "One of the most varied continents, you can find out how the Peruvians live on Lake Titicaca before heading first class on the train to Cusco. You can even learn the Tango in Buenos Aires or photograph the thunderous Igassu Falls – so much to do!"

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We say: "Peregrine has several new destinations for 2009 including exploring the wilderness lands of the New Zealand and Australia, such as Cradle Mountain in Tasmania or the Galapagos with Cusco and the Sacred Valley."

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