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Peru

Land of the Incas & Machu Picchu

Best Time: May–Oct (Dry Season) 10–14 Days Peruvian Sol (PEN) Visa on Arrival (30 days)

Why Visit Peru?

Peru is one of the world's great travel destinations — a land of staggering diversity where ancient Inca civilization meets Amazon rainforest, Pacific coastline, and soaring Andean peaks. At its heart lies Machu Picchu, the legendary "Lost City of the Incas," perched dramatically above the Sacred Valley. But Peru offers so much more: the colonial grandeur of Cusco, the mysterious Nazca Lines, the floating islands of Lake Titicaca, and Lima's world-class culinary scene. For the adventurous Indian traveler, Peru is a once-in-a-lifetime journey into one of humanity's most extraordinary civilizations.

Flight Time

~22 hrs from India

Visa

Visa on Arrival (30 days)

Language

Spanish, Quechua

Currency

Peruvian Sol (PEN)

Budget

₹2,00,000–₹3,50,000

Best Time

May–Oct (Dry Season)

Must Visit

Top Places to See in Peru

Hand-picked by our travel experts — the experiences that define this destination.

Machu Picchu
UNESCO Wonder
Machu Picchu
The iconic 15th-century Inca citadel set high in the Andes — one of the New Seven Wonders of the World and Peru's crown jewel.
Cusco
Historic City
Cusco
The ancient Inca capital, now a UNESCO World Heritage city blending Inca stonework with Spanish colonial architecture.
Sacred Valley
Inca Heartland
Sacred Valley
The fertile valley between Cusco and Machu Picchu, dotted with Inca ruins, traditional markets, and Andean villages.
Lake Titicaca
Natural Wonder
Lake Titicaca
The world's highest navigable lake, home to the Uros floating reed islands and the ancient island of Taquile.
Nazca Lines
Ancient Mystery
Nazca Lines
Enormous geoglyphs etched into the desert floor by the ancient Nazca civilization — best seen from a small aircraft.
Amazon Rainforest
Wildlife
Amazon Rainforest
Explore the Peruvian Amazon from Iquitos or Puerto Maldonado — one of the most biodiverse regions on the planet.
Lima
Capital City
Lima
Peru's vibrant capital with a world-class food scene, colonial historic center, and dramatic Pacific Ocean clifftop setting.
Experiences

Things to Do in Peru

Inca Trail Trek

Hike the legendary 4-day Inca Trail through cloud forests and mountain passes to reach Machu Picchu at sunrise.

White Water Rafting

Raft the Urubamba River through the Sacred Valley with thrilling rapids and stunning Andean scenery.

Amazon Jungle Trek

Trek through the Peruvian Amazon with a local guide, spotting wildlife, medicinal plants, and indigenous communities.

Inca Ruins Circuit

Visit Sacsayhuamán, Qorikancha, Ollantaytambo, and Pisac — the greatest surviving monuments of the Inca Empire.

Pisac Market

Browse the famous Sunday market at Pisac for traditional textiles, ceramics, and Andean handicrafts.

Uros Floating Islands

Visit the remarkable man-made floating islands of Lake Titicaca, home to the Uros people for centuries.

Lima Food Scene

Dine at Central, Maido, or Astrid y Gastón — Lima has more restaurants in the World's 50 Best than any other city.

Ceviche & Pisco Sour

Taste Peru's national dish — fresh ceviche with leche de tigre — and the iconic Pisco Sour cocktail.

Andean Cuisine

Try quinoa soup, cuy (guinea pig), rocoto relleno, and chicha morada in traditional Cusco restaurants.

Alpaca Textiles

Buy genuine alpaca wool sweaters, scarves, and blankets from artisan cooperatives in Cusco and the Sacred Valley.

San Pedro Market

Explore Cusco's vibrant covered market for local produce, handicrafts, and authentic Andean goods.

Silver Jewelry

Find handcrafted Peruvian silver jewelry with Inca motifs from artisan workshops in Cusco's San Blas district.

Itineraries

Sample Itineraries for Peru

Day-by-day plans crafted by our experts — fully customisable to your preferences.

01
Day 1: Lima Arrival

Arrive Lima, check in Miraflores · Larco Museum · Huaca Pucllana ruins · Ceviche dinner

02
Day 2: Lima Exploration

Historic center & Plaza Mayor · Monastery of San Francisco catacombs · Barranco bohemian district · Pisco Sour evening

03
Day 3: Fly to Cusco

Morning flight to Cusco · Acclimatize at 3,400m · Qorikancha Sun Temple · Plaza de Armas evening

04
Day 4: Cusco Ruins

Sacsayhuamán fortress · Qenqo & Puca Pucara · San Blas artisan quarter · Andean dinner

05
Day 5: Sacred Valley

Pisac market & ruins · Urubamba lunch · Ollantaytambo fortress · Stay in Sacred Valley

06
Day 6: Machu Picchu

Train to Aguas Calientes · Machu Picchu citadel · Sun Gate hike · Overnight Aguas Calientes

07
Day 7: Machu Picchu & Return

Sunrise at Machu Picchu · Huayna Picchu or Mountain hike · Return train to Cusco · Farewell Cusco dinner

08
Day 8: Fly to Puno

Flight or bus to Puno · Lake Titicaca arrival · Puno city exploration · Lakeside dinner

09
Day 9: Lake Titicaca

Uros floating islands · Taquile island · Traditional lunch with locals · Return to Puno

10
Day 10: Departure

Morning at leisure · Flight back to Lima · Connecting flight home · Departure

01
Day 1: Lima Arrival

Arrive, Miraflores check-in · Larco Museum · Seafood dinner in Barranco

02
Day 2: Lima Deep Dive

Historic center · Catacombs · Miraflores clifftop walk · Fine dining

03
Day 3: Nazca Lines

Flight to Nazca · Aerial tour of Nazca Lines · Cahuachi pyramids · Return to Lima

04
Day 4: Fly to Cusco

Morning flight · Acclimatize · Cusco city walk · Coca tea & rest

05
Day 5: Cusco Ruins

Sacsayhuamán · Qorikancha · San Blas · Cooking class

06
Day 6: Sacred Valley

Pisac market · Moray & Maras salt pans · Ollantaytambo · Valley overnight

07
Day 7: Machu Picchu Day 1

Train to Aguas Calientes · Afternoon at Machu Picchu · Overnight Aguas Calientes

08
Day 8: Machu Picchu Day 2

Sunrise citadel · Huayna Picchu hike · Return to Cusco · Celebration dinner

09
Day 9: Puno & Titicaca

Bus/flight to Puno · Lake Titicaca sunset · Puno dinner

10
Day 10: Island Life

Uros islands · Amantani island overnight · Homestay with local family

11
Day 11: Taquile & Return

Taquile island · Traditional weaving · Return to Puno · Flight to Lima

12
Day 12: Departure

Lima last morning · Souvenir shopping · Airport departure

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