Travel Guide

Peru Travel Guide

Explore Peru with confidence. Our comprehensive travel guide provides practical recommendations curated by local Andean experts to help you prepare for every stage of your trip.

Official Currency

Peruvian Sol (PEN / S/.) & USD ($)

Language

Spanish & Quechua (English widely spoken in tourism)

Time Zone

PET (UTC-5, No Daylight Saving)

Dry / Trekking Season

May through October (Clear skies & sunny days)

Highlights

Must-Visit Destinations in Peru

Machu Picchu & Inca Citadel

2,430 m / 7,972 ft

Best Time: Year-round (Best: May - Oct)

The world-renowned New Wonder of the World nestled in the cloud forest. Accessible by scenic train or classic trekking routes.

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Cusco & Sacred Valley of the Incas

3,400 m / 11,150 ft

Best Time: April to November

The historic capital of the Inca Empire featuring colonial architecture built over ancient stone foundations and living Inca towns.

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Rainbow Mountain & Red Valley (Vinicunca)

5,200 m / 17,060 ft

Best Time: May to September

Spectacular natural mineral stripes created over millions of years surrounded by snow-capped peaks in the Vilcanota range.

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Lake Titicaca & Uros Floating Islands (Puno)

3,812 m / 12,500 ft

Best Time: April to November

The highest navigable lake in the world, home to ancient cultures and floating totora reed settlements.

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Insider Tips

Essential Travel & Trekking Advice

Altitude Acclimatization

How to Prevent Soroche (Altitude Sickness)

Take it easy on your first day in Cusco. Drink warm coca or muña tea, stay well hydrated, and avoid heavy meals and alcohol for the first 48 hours.

Packing Essentials

Layered Clothing & Gear

Andean temperatures change rapidly: warm during sunny days but cold at night. Pack thermal base layers, a fleece jacket, rain breaker, sturdy hiking boots, and sun protection.

Money & Cash