Peru

Machu Picchu, the Sacred Valley, the Amazon and one of the world's great food scenes.
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peru

the inca heartland

Peru has it all: Inca history, Andean villages, the Amazon rainforest and a food scene that’s become one of the most celebrated in the world.

Most journeys centre on Cusco, the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu, with time in Lima to eat well and the option of Lake Titicaca or the Amazon.

where to go

where to go

  1. 01

    Machu Picchu

    The Inca citadel in the cloud forest.

  2. 02

    The Sacred Valley

    Villages, markets and Inca terraces.

  3. 03

    Cusco

    The Inca capital, with colonial churches and cobbled streets.

  4. 04

    Lake Titicaca

    The highest navigable lake in the world.

  5. 05

    The Amazon

    Rainforest lodges in Tambopata.

  6. 06

    Lima

    Some of the best restaurants in South America.

when to go

the seasons in peru

Peru is best in the dry season from May to September.

May to September

dry season

Clear skies in the Andes. The best time for Machu Picchu.

April and October

shoulder

Fewer visitors and green landscapes.

November to March

wet season

Rain in the Andes. The Inca Trail closes in February.

where to stay

places we love

Looking for something different? We know many more hotels and villas in Peru, and we'll happily suggest the right one for you.

experiences

what we love to arrange

Machu Picchu at sunrise

Visit early with a private guide.

Cooking in Lima

A private cooking class and market tour.

Sacred Valley by horse

Ride through the valley with a local guide.

Weavers of Chinchero

Meet Andean weavers and learn their craft.

Lake Titicaca

Visit the islands by private boat.

Amazon canopy

Walk the canopy with a naturalist.

good to know

questions we’re often asked

Anything else you’d like to know? Simply ask us.

When is the best time to visit Peru?

May to September for dry weather in the Andes.

How do we cope with the altitude?

We plan the route to acclimatise gradually, starting in the Sacred Valley.

Is Peru good for families?

Yes, especially for families who enjoy history and adventure.

How long do we need?

Ten to fourteen nights.

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