If you are looking for holiday with a rich cultural flavour and tropical, sunny surrounds, then go no further than South America. Home to fifteen countries, the continent of South America has much to offer the traveller looking for an exciting trip abroad. Once you have organised flights, travel insurance and accommodation you can research the abundant and historical gifts this continent has to offer.

Here are the five must-see countries of this vast continent;

1) Peru

Peruvian territory was home to one of the world's oldest civilizations, the Norte Chico and also to the world renowned Inca Empire. It contains many extreme and wonderful landscapes. From the arid plains of the Pacific coastal region to the mountainous Andes region, Peru also contains the lush and wild forests of the Amazon Basin.

Machu Picchu is reason alone to make a trip to Peru. Located 2,430 metres above sea level, Machu Picchu is believed to be an estate for the Inca Emperor Pachacuti. A UNESCO World Heritage site Machu Picchu was recently voted as one of the new Seven Wonders of the world.

2) Brazil

Nestled between a picturesque bay, world famous beaches such as Copacabana and Ipanema, a mountain range and a tropical forest, its no wonder Rio de Janiero is one of South America's most famous cities. A vibrant city with a rich culture of dancing, drinking and good times, Rio de Janiero is full things to see. You can marvel at the colourful favela and travel up to the famous mountain top state of Christ the Redeemer that stands watch over the bursting city.

3) Chile

Chile is a wonderful place for an adventure holiday. Full of mountains, forests, lagoons and beaches Chile is home to many an unexplored wilderness and national park. Also known for it's volcanos Chile has three famous sites to visit the Villarica, the Laima and the Chillan.

Chile is perhaps most famous for Easter Island. A major tourist attraction for many years, people from all over the world are drawn to the mysterious and majestic island. The ancient stone monoliths remain a mystery to historian and archaeologists to this day.

4) Argentina

Known as the Paris of South America, Buenos Aires as a sophisticated and culturally rich city. Possibly the most European flavoured city in South America, Buenos Aires will delight you with its exotic food, wine and architectural beauty.

With many picturesque and contrasting regions such as Iguazu Falls, Patagonia, the Andes Mountains and the Atlantic coast, Argentina can offer some of the most vast and varied opportunities for exploration and adventure in all of South America.

5) Venezuela

For a beach holiday, Venezuela is a great pick. With 2,800 km of coastline alone the Caribbean Sea, you will be spoilt for choice of beaches and beautiful tropical scenery. Venezuela not only has beaches to offer, it possesses a wonderful variety of landscape. From the tallest waterfall in the world at Angel Falls to the vast sand dunes near Coro you can enjoy a multitude of adventures.

Booking your trip to South America can be done online at one of the many travel sites or booking companies that have excellent online features. You can compare flights, view hotel rooms or get the best deals for online travel insurance. If you take a little time to browse the internet, you will find a holiday to suit your taste and budget.

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