Before You Go
- Confirm passport validity and entry requirements.
- Check whether a tourist visa is required.
- Keep digital copies of important documents.
- Consider purchasing travel insurance.
Lima
Peruvian Sol (PEN)
Spanish
May–Sep
PET (UTC−5)
Welcome to Peru, a South American country home to the legendary lost city of Machu Picchu, perched dramatically among Andean peaks. Cusco's cobblestone streets reveal a fascinating blend of Incan and Spanish colonial architecture. The Sacred Valley offers terraced ruins, vibrant markets, and stunning mountain scenery throughout the Incan heartland. Peru's Amazon rainforest teems with extraordinary biodiversity, accessible through jungle lodges near Iquitos and Puerto Maldonado. The Nazca Lines, mysterious ancient geoglyphs etched into the desert, remain visible only from the air. Lake Titicaca's floating reed islands offer a fascinating glimpse into traditional Uros culture. Peruvian cuisine, blending Indigenous, Spanish, and Asian influences, has become celebrated worldwide. Peru invites travelers to discover ancient wonders amid extraordinary Andean and Amazonian landscapes.
Helpful information to consider before and during your visit.
Discover some of Peru's most popular flavors, traditional dishes and memorable local treats during your visit.
FUUN FUCTS to check
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