Cusco sits at an elevation of 3,400 metres, high in the Peruvian Andes. The city was once the capital of the great Inca Empire and now acts as a gateway to the other Inca sites in the Sacred Valley of the Incas, also known as the Urubamba Valley. The city has developed a reputation as a foodie destination and is known locally as the ‘navel of the world’; this is thanks in part to the abundance of fresh produce that grows locally: think alpaca steaks, lamb and river trout. The scenery here is outstanding: relax and unwind as you admire breathtaking panoramic views of the terraces surrounded by snow-capped peaks, or ramp up the action with trekking, horse riding, rafting or climbing.