As we've been predicting, this season's Patagonia motorcycle rentals and tours are just about sold out already.

(Above: It's dark in Redwood National Forest in Northern California, but that doesn't stop some motorcycle riders from trying to hug one of nature's most incredible giants!)

Another famous point of interest for motorcycle riders riding through Peru is the Lineas de Nazca (Nazca Lines) just a few minutes north of the town of Nazca itself.

Created by the Nazca people between 400 and 650 AD, the lines were created by carving away red pebbles inherent to the land to reveal the white stone underneath.  Most of these carvings are of birds, mammals, fish, and human figures, and can be over 600 feet wide.  Because they are on flat ground and so large, viewing of the Nazca lines is best done from airplane overhead.

The ride between Cusco and Nazca is definitely amongst the most beautiful for motorcycle rentals in Peru, or anywhere in South America for that matter.  But you might want to break this up into 2 days because it will take much longer than it appears on a map!

When your motorcycle rentals in Peru bring you to the beautiful Colca Canyon, finding a hotel with secure motorcycle parking can be as much of a challenge as it is in major cities with historical districts and Spanish-colonial architecture.  Calling ahead for a reservation is always a good idea, but one of these 3 hotels in the area should be ready to host you: