Peru tailor made holidays
Enjoy a sunrise over the Amazon river, explore the town of Cusco, watch the sunset on the boardwalk of Lima, enjoy the elegant steps of the Peruvian Paso Horse and admiring thousands of dancers in the Festival of the Virgin of the Candelaria in Puno. Experience Machu Picchu, a mystic place one must visit at least once in a lifetime. Peru is the perfect destination for those seeking a unique and authentic multi centre holiday experience.
British Airways operates direct flights from London to Lima. Prices start from £595 per person return. Book your ATOL protected holiday with a travel expert.
Best places to visit in Peru
- Lima, capital of Peru. A beautiful city with a rich history.
- Cusco, a beautiful city in the mountains, declared a World Heritage Site.
- Huacachina, a tiny village in the middle of the desert, four hours by road South of Peru.
- Urubamba Valley, The Sacred Valley of the Incas.
- Machu Picchu, the highlight of any holiday to Peru.
- Arequipa, a city with colonial charm everywhere you look.
- The Peruvian Amazon, an authentic paradise for Nature Lovers!
Good to Know
Country
PERU
Visa Requirements
Tourist visa is not needed for UK passport holders.
Languages spoken
Spanish
Currency used
Peruvian Sol (PEN)
Best time to visit
See below
Best time to visit Peru
May to October is considered the dry season in Peru, a perfect time to visit but early booking is highly recommended since flight and hotel availability can be an issue.
January to mid April are normally rainy months.
Top things to see & do while visiting Peru
- Hike the Santa Cruz trail through the towering peaks of the Cordillera Blanca.
- Go hiking in Colca Canyon, one of the world’s deepest canyons. Spot the Condors from Cruz Del Condor viewpoint.
- Do not miss a sunrise in Machu Picchu, an experience impossible to forget.
- Go river rafting at Rio Apurimac.
- Trek the Lost City of Choquequirao.
- Explore Ballestas Islands, also known as “The Galapagos of Peru”.
Map
