Peru Travel Guide

As you begin planning for your custom trip, getting the knowledge of what fits your preferences and important travel considerations will make it that much memorable.

Whether you are interested in the bustling colonial capital, the ancient Inca citadel, the remarkably welcoming people and cuisine, or all of the above, explore the helpful articles contained in this Peru Travel Guide so that you can understand what trip is right for you.

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Vinicunca rainbow mountain, Cusco, peru

Best Time to Visit Peru

The best time to visit Peru depends on where you want to go because the country has three climates at once. The month that brings cloudless days to Cusco...
Ancient circular terraces at Moray, Sacred valley, Peru

Top 12 Things to Do in Peru

The top things to do in Peru reflect the natural and cultural splendors you can experience during your customized trip. The Amazon wilderness is vibrant...
Manu National Park in the Peruvian Amazon

8 Best Places to Visit in Peru

The best places to visit in Peru are spread across three very different worlds: the high Andes, the desert coast, and the Amazon. The hardest part of...
Man walking the Inca Trail into Machu Picchu, Peru

How to Plan a Trip to Peru: Frequently Asked Questions

Peru overflows with history and tradition, and these are the most frequently asked questions from travelers eager to experience the country. Trek the...
Senior travelers exploring the colorful tile work of the Convent of Santo Domingo in Lima, Peru

9 Best Places to Visit in Peru for Seniors

The best places to visit in Peru for seniors pair the country's great sights with a pace you can enjoy, from the stone terraces of Machu Picchu to the...
Couple at the gret Inca city of Machu Picchu in Peru

9 Most Romantic Places in Peru for Couples

The most romantic places in Peru for couples are the Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Cusco, Lake Titicaca, Lima, the Tambopata rainforest, Arequipa and Colca...
Family in Machu Picchu, Peru

8 Best Things to Do in Peru with Kids

The best things to do in Peru with kids range from Inca ruins and Amazon lodges to desert dunes and boat trips past sea lion colonies. The challenge is...
Moon Valley in the Atacama Desert, Chile

Our 10 Best Latin America Itineraries for First-Timers

Untouched wilderness, distinctive culture, and a range of landscapes that take you from pristine glaciers to white-sand beaches are yours to explore in...
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How to Plan Your Zicasso Trip Budget in 3 Easy Steps

Knowing your budget is an essential component of any trip-planning process. Whether the sky's the limit or you have specific parameters, a customized...
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How to Plan Your Zicasso Trip in 4 Easy Steps

Explore the world with Zicasso by working with top travel specialists who will bring your dream vacation to life. Our primary goal is to make planning,...

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Reviews of Zicasso's Peru Vacations & Tours

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Peru Tour Review: Lima, Machu Picchu, 8 Nights

I wish I could give more than five stars. My husband and I took our two children, ages 16 and 11, on this amazing trip. Zicasso's travel experts made great suggestions to help make the trip one for everybody to remember. They and their vendors were amazingly supportive, beyond what we expected during the trip in-country as well.

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Peru Travel Review: Incan Culture, Hiking, 6 Nights

Zicasso's travel expert made my travel seamless and stress-free. The guide was knowledgeable and enthusiastic. I learned a great deal about the Incan culture. The driver was always on time and I felt safe traveling by car throughout the region.

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Peru Trip Review: Machu Picchu, 3 Nights

Our Zicasso travel specialist's communication was great and he did a wonderful job organizing our trip. All went very smoothly.

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Peru Tour Review: Machu Picchu, 4 Nights

The travel was well designed by Zicasso's tour company, according to our request. The itinerary was fine. The hotels were well chosen. They gave us good advice to enjoy the trip. The communication via email was very smooth. The travel was perfect.

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Peru Trip Review: Machu Picchu, Salt Fields, 9 Nights

Zicasso's travel agent provided amazing service, great ideas, and was so responsive. What a pleasure to work with. Peru was a wonderful place to visit, with a nice mix of activities and places to stay.

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Peru Trip Review: Cusco, Machu Picchu, Rainbow Mountain, Amazon Cruise, 19 Days

From the beginning, Zicasso's travel specialist was friendly, knowledgeable, and professional. She replied promptly to emails and phone calls. The drivers and guides were excellent and very punctual. The hotel she booked for us was very nice. We did not encounter any problems.

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