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dominated the entire length of the Andes, a land of wonders!
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Be amazed in this vast and ancient land. A pearl of South America.
To travel through Peru is to discover worlds with landscapes, sounds, colors and flavors of their own. Travel through time by millenarian civilizations and share with Peruvians its great cultural heritage.
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Inti Raymi, the Sun Festival
07 Days Tour – Peru
The Inti Raymi was the most important ancestral festival in the Inca lands (Tahuantinsuyo) to which about 25,000 people used to attend during the 15 days it used to last in the 15th century. Now it is considered to be the second most important festival in South America, after Rio de Janeiro’s carnival.
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It doesn’t matter if you plan to visit Peru for 2 days or for more than 15! It is a country so rich in experiences that it adapts to you perfectly. Whether it’s a quick visit to Lima or the Sacred Valley, or a tour in the Ica Desert.
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Travel Tips
Our main travel tips to enjoy a complete experience in Peru.
Learn more about the best season to visit this destination, currency, electrical connections, means of transport and much more!
The People
The people of Peru are a mix of many different cultures, including Indians, Spaniards and other Europeans, descendants of African slaves, and Asians. Most Peruvians have at least some indigenous ancestry.
Today, Peru has a population of around 30 million. Peruvian society maintains a significant number of customs that have been maintained since pre-Hispanic times and others that reflect the mestizo character of this community. Thus we have, for example, the Carrera de los Reyes Magos, the feast of the Apu and the blacks, and the Carnival.
The Language
The official language of Peru is Spanish. In some areas, Quechua, Aymara and the other indigenous languages are also predominant. Spanish is spoken by 80.3 per cent of the population, Quechua by 16.2 per cent, other indigenous languages by 3 per cent and foreign languages by 0.2 per cent of the population.
Best time to go
The Best time to travel to Peru for foreigners is in great part determined by weather
so you can enjoy your vacation, depending on where you will go and what you would like to do.
High Season
(jun-aug)
Dry season in the Andean Altiplano
and the jungles.
Best time for parties, high altitude sports
and excursions.
Busy season.
Mid Season
(sep-nov and mar-may)
Spring and autumn in the Altiplano.
Ideal for visits without crowds.
From September to November great excursions in the jungle.
Low Season
(dec-feb)
Rainy season in the Altiplano.
The Inca Trail closes in February.
High season on the coast and for beach activities.
Rainy season in the Amazon until May.Â
Useful travel tips to Peru
Documentation
A valid Passport.
Most countries in America and
Western Europe do not require a visa.
Insurance information.
Currency
Nuevos Soles.
Major credit cards are widely accepted.
Packing
Peru flights allow, as their restrictions are limited to 50 pounds (23 kg) per person.
Clothing
It’s best to dress in layers
Hat & Sunscreen (factor 35 or higher).
Waterproof coat / jacket or rain poncho.
Comfortable pants.
Insect repellent & personal medications.
Altitude Sickness
It is not unusual in the Andes.
Take it easy when you land in Peru and try not to do anything too strenuous.
Check with your doctor before coming if in doubt.
Electricity
220 V – 60 Hz
A twin flat blade (as used in North America) and twin round pin plugs (as used in continental Europe) are both standard.
How to get there?
Most people arrive in Peru by plane, but you can also get here by boat or car. You’ll likely fly into Lima and then take a shuttle to a hotel or else stay at the airport and catch a domestic flight to Cusco or another city.
Air Transportation
International airlines operate scheduled flights to Peru’s Jorge Chávez International Airport, located in Lima. But there is another international airport located in the city of Cusco
Sailing
By Sea: Some cruises visit Peru, at the ports of Callao (Lima), Paracas, Matarani (Arequipa) and Salaverry (Trujillo).
By River: All kinds of boats head up the Amazon River near the border between Peru, Colombia, and Brazil. Most rutes are accessible from Iquitos.
By Land
Peru has 10 border crossings. The crossings are open year-round and are fairly straightforward as long as you have your passport and tourist card handy.
From Ecuador: The main border crossings are: Aguas Verdes near the coast; La Tina through the mountains; La Balsa through the jungle. Other, smaller crossings scatter the mountain passes between Huaquillas and La Balsa.
From Colombia: You can also cross the border near Leticia.
From Chile: cross from Arica, Chile To Tacna, Peru.
From Bolivia: There are two main terrestrial passages, one at Copacabana and one at Desaguadero.
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