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Peru

Peru is home to Machu Picchu, the legendary Inca citadel, and Cusco, the historic Inca capital. The Sacred Valley, Colca Canyon and Lake Titicaca offer breathtaking Andean scenery, while Arequipa, Paracas and the Nazca Lines add variety. Lima is a fine food city, and Iquitos is the gateway to the Amazon.

Region: South America

Trip types on sale: Adventure.

Places

Best time to go

May to September, the dry season in the Andes.

Who it suits

Adventurous travellers, history lovers, hikers and food lovers.

Getting there

Flights from London to Lima (LIM) take about 12 to 13 hours, non-stop on some routes; onward flights reach Cusco (CUZ) and Arequipa (AQP).

Practical

  • Time: 5 hours behind the UK in winter and 6 hours behind in summer.
  • Currency: Peruvian sol
  • Language: Spanish and Quechua.

Typical daytime highs

  • Cusco, dry season (May to September). Typical daytime highs around 19 to 21°C in Cusco in the dry season (May to September).
  • Lima, December to March. Typical daytime highs around 26 to 28°C in Lima in December to March.
  • Lima, June to September. Typical daytime highs around 18 to 20°C in Lima in June to September.

These are typical ranges, not a forecast.

Things to do

  • Visit Machu Picchu
  • Explore Cusco's colonial streets
  • Tour the Sacred Valley
  • Watch condors at Colca Canyon
  • Visit the floating islands on Lake Titicaca
  • Fly over the Nazca Lines

Questions

How long is the flight to Peru?

About 12 to 13 hours from London to Lima, non-stop on some routes.

When is the best time to visit Machu Picchu?

May to September, the dry season.

Is altitude a concern in Cusco?

Yes, Cusco is high, so allow time to adjust.

UK passport holders should check the latest entry requirements on GOV.UK foreign travel advice before booking.