Find a Travel Partner in Peru
Peru is the easiest place in South America to combine history, mountains and food in one trip. The Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu draw most visitors, but the Amazon, the desert coast and Lima's kitchens reward anyone who lingers.
🇵🇪 Peru at a glance
- Capital
- Lima
- Largest city
- Lima
- Official languages
- Aymara, Quechua, Spanish
- Area
- 1,285,216 km² (496,224 mi²)
- Population
- 34.2 million2024 · World Bank
- Currency
- Peruvian sol — PEN (S/.)
- Region
- South America
- Time zone
- America/Lima
- Calling code
- +51
- Plug type
- Type A, B, C
Data updated: weather just now · rates 3 min ago · sources: Open-Meteo, ExchangeRate-API
What Peru is known for
Peru is where the Andes, the Amazon and the Pacific desert meet, layered with the ruins of the Inca and the cultures that came before. It rewards travelers who give it time - and high-altitude days are far easier with a companion to take them slowly alongside.
- Machu Picchu and the Inca Trail
- Cusco and the Sacred Valley
- World-ranked food and ceviche in Lima
- Rainbow Mountain and Lake Titicaca
Tourism in Peru
International tourist arrivals over the most recent years with available data - roughly #6 of 10 in its continent by reported arrivals (sources vary by country).
Top cities to explore in Peru
From Cusco to Puno, these are the places most Peru trips are built around. Find a travel buddy in Cusco who's already planning the same route, or pair up before you fly.
Cusco
Ancient Inca capital and the launch point for Machu Picchu treks.
Lima
Coastal capital with a globally rated food scene and clifftop districts.
Arequipa
White-stone colonial city beneath three volcanoes, near Colca Canyon.
Puno
Gateway to the floating reed islands of Lake Titicaca.
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Create your tripThings to do in Peru
A shortlist of experiences worth building a trip - and a partnership - around.
Ruins & history
- Hike the Inca Trail or take the train to Machu Picchu
- Explore Cusco and the Sacred Valley's ruins and markets
- Fly over the mysterious Nazca Lines
Mountains & desert
- Climb to the Rainbow Mountain of Vinicunca
- Stand on the shores of high Lake Titicaca
- Sandboard the dunes around Huacachina oasis
Food & markets
- Eat through Lima, one of the world's food capitals
- Try ceviche, lomo saltado and a pisco sour
- Browse San Pedro market in Cusco
Amazon & nature
- Boat into the rainforest from Puerto Maldonado
- Watch condors at the rim of Colca Canyon
- Wildlife and birdlife in the Tambopata reserve
Know before you go
The practical stuff every traveler needs - weather, safety, costs and how to get around.
Best time to visit
The dry season from May to September is best for trekking and the highlands - clear skies, but cold nights at altitude. The wet season (November to March) is greener and quieter but can close trails. The desert coast stays mild year-round.
Safety tips
- Take your first day or two slowly to adjust to the high altitude
- Use registered ride-hailing apps at night rather than hailing on the street
- Carry a copy of your ID and leave the original in your accommodation safe
- Traveling with a verified partner adds an easy extra layer of safety
Accommodation & daily budget
- Hostel dorm
- $10-20/ night
- Budget hotel / guesthouse
- $30-60/ night
- Mid-range hotel
- $70-130/ night
- Meals (per day)
- $15-35
Splitting a twin room and transport with a partner can cut your daily costs by 30-40%.
Getting around & useful apps
Long-distance buses are excellent and the main way to get around; flights save time to Cusco and the Amazon. In cities, app-based taxis are safest at night.
Visa & entry requirements for Peru
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Hotels & Homes
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Flights
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Trains
Scenic routes and fast city hops - book train tickets across many countries.
Car Rentals
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Tours & Attractions
Skip-the-line tickets, day tours and experiences at the top attractions.
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