Peru ToursEscorted Peru group tours, escorted by expert guides
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2024
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Popular Peru group tours
Our Signature Peru group tours are everything that makes us special. Fully escorted by a tour leader, great quality accommodation with daily breakfast, airport arrival and departure transfers, and included sightseeing at all the main attractions - Machu Picchu, the Amazon, Lake Titicaca, Cusco, Lima, and more.
With our longer Handpicked trips to Peru, you'll also be fully escorted and have plenty of guided sightseeing and airport transfers. Accommodation is of a good standard, and these tours also cover more of South America. So if you wanted to combine your trip to Peru with Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Bolivia, and elsewhere, then these could be the trips for you! On many of these tours, solo travellers need not pay more either, if you're happy to share with another solo traveller of the same sex.
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Looking to travel privately?
If you're looking to book a tour of Peru but would prefer to travel privately, with just your friends or family, then we can help! We offer a range of dedicated private itineraries in Peru, taking in classic highlights like Machu Picchu, Cusco and the Amazon, as well as less-visited sites including and lesser-visited gems like Mancora and Trujillo in the north of the country. These private trips enjoy all the same inclusions as our group tours, including guided sightseeing, excellent accommodation, transportation and so much more - you just travel without the group! And you can choose the standard of accommodation that best suits your taste and budget.
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Why visit Peru with On The Go Tours?
The Andes Mountains to the Amazon. Machu Picchu to the Pacific coast. Lush greenery, sandy deserts, and cobbled city streets. Book a guided Peru package trip with On The Go Tours.
It's marvelling at the Lost City of Machu Picchu and watching the sunset over the Andes. It's exploring the Amazon Rainforest and taking a boat trip to meet the indigenous islanders of Lake Titicaca - the world's highest navigable lake. It's a day immersed in nature and an evening wandering the city.
Peru has it all. And it captures the hearts of all those who travel there. Our escorted trips to Peru take in all the main attractions and plenty of hidden gems. From the historic city of Cusco and the incredible Amazon Rainforest to the northern highlights of Trujillo and Mancora.
Our expert guides will introduce you to authentic Peru. They'll take you to the heart of its history, to captivating cultural sites, and to the spots with the best views. You can learn the secrets only a local expert could share. And you'll leave no stone unturned.
Tours visiting Machu Picchu
The majority of our Peru tours include guided touring at Machu Picchu, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Here are the most popular tours visiting Machu Picchu.
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Start planning your trip to Peru with our handy travel guide, packed with useful information about the country. No need to thank us!
Frequently asked questions
How many days is enough to visit Peru?
The minimum amount of time needed in Peru is around a week. This gives you enough time to see Machu Picchu and some of the country's other attractions, such as Cusco and the Sacred Valley. However, if you want a more thorough exploration of Peru, for example visiting the Amazon Rainforest, Lake Titicaca and Lima, we recommend longer, somewhere between 10 days and two weeks. Our Peru tours range in length from 5 days to 20, so there is sure to be a tour for you!
Will I visit Machu Picchu on your Peru trips?
No trip to Peru would be complete without a visit to the Lost City of Machu Picchu, enduring symbol of the Inca Empire. This incredible hilltop citadel is the country's most famous attraction, and all of our Peru adventures include a guided tour of the site. On the majority of tours we take the train to Aguas Calientes (also known as Machu Picchu village) and ride the bus to visit Machu Picchu, though there are trekking opportunities available on some tours - reach out to our Reservations team for more information.
Where will I stay in the Amazon Rainforest?
We use comfortable jungle eco-lodges near Puerto Maldonado on our tours, with a great range of amenities including ensuites, buffet meals, and bars in which to enjoy a drink. On our Signature tours, you'll be able to enjoy a number of activities at the lodge, including native fishing, and can enjoy boat trips on the Amazon and its tributaries. You'll be staying within the wild Amazon jungle itself on your Peru tour. So expect to see plenty of native wildlife as you immerse yourself in one of the world's last great wildernesses.
How big are your tour groups in Peru?
We offer small group tours in Peru, with a maximum group size of 16 on our Signature tours, though groups are normally smaller than this, at between 6 - 10. With our Handpicked tours, the maximum group size is 20 passengers.
What is the standard of accommodation on your Peru tours?
In Peru, we use a range of centrally located 3 - 4 star hotels which make it easy to get out and explore. For example, in Lima, we stay in the upmarket Miraflores district, and in Cusco, we stay within walking distance of the Plaza de Armas main square. We also like to use traditional accommodation where we can, to make your trip more authentic and fun. In the Sacred Valley, we stay in an old monastery, and in the Amazon, it's comfortable eco-lodges.
When is the best time to visit Peru?
The dry season from May - October is generally considered the best time to visit Peru, as there is little rainfall and fewer mosquitos in the Amazon. These conditions are also better for trekking.
As a solo traveller will I have to pay more for my Peru package?
Travelling solo doesn't have to cost more, and solo travellers who are happy to share a room can do so on our Handpicked tours to Peru, subject to there being another solo traveller of the same sex for you to share with. If there is not a solo traveller of the same sex for you to share with, you will be given a single room to yourself at no extra cost. Please contact us if your preference is to room share. If you did want to guarantee the privacy of a single room, then you are also welcome to pay the single room price listed on our website. On our Signature tours, we offer a reasonably priced single room option, giving solo travellers the comfort and privacy of their own room. The price of the single supplement for each tour is listed on the relevant web page.
Will I get altitude sickness?
Much of Peru is more than 3,000 metres above sea level, including Cusco and the surrounding area. And many of the country's trekking trails take you more than 4,000 metres above sea level where altitude sickness is a real possibility even for those used to these altitudes. If you have a history of altitude sickness, then we recommend speaking to your doctor before you travel on your Peru tour. Make sure you take things easy when arriving in Cusco, to allow your body to acclimate.
Is Peru a safe destination for travellers from the LGBTQ+ community?
According to the 2023 LGBTQ+ Travel Safety Index, Peru scores a C+ rating for LGBTQ+ traveller safety, ranking 39th out of 203 countries. Although same sex marriage is not legal, there are broad constitutional and worker protections in place for people of all sexual orientations. Hate crimes against members of the LGBTQ+ community are criminalized and 26 - 50% of consulted citizens consider Peru a good place to live for gay and lesbian people. There are no legal punishments for same sex relations and most trips for LGBTQ+ travellers to Peru are trouble-free. The LGBTQ+ Travel Safety Index is designed to provide a good overall picture of attitudes towards the LGBTQ+ community in each country and may not reflect the experience of foreign travellers to the country.
Can I drink the tap water?
The tap water in Peru is not safe to drink and can cause stomach upsets and other illnesses. Stick to filtered and bottled water, avoid ice cubes, and only eat fresh, washed items such as salads in establishments you can trust, like your hotel.
Are there any "must-bring" items on your Peru trips?
The main things that our travellers sometimes forget to bring with them are insect repellent and sunscreen. Although mountainous and often cool, exposure to direct sun in Peru can cause sunburn. And insect repellent will come in handy, particularly in the Amazon and at Titicaca. Also for the Amazon, a good pair of binoculars can enhance your experience, helping you to see more of the region's abundant fauna. We also recommend carrying your own toilet roll, as although Peru is developing fast, toilet facilities in some of the more off-the-beaten-path areas (and trekking routes) can leave something to be desired!
From the Amazon to the Andes
Our trips to Peru unite people through a thirst for adventure. You'll experience Peru with like-minded travellers. You'll uncover new sights together. You'll explore new cultures together. And you'll make life-long memories together.
Talk to us about the Peru you want to see. We'll plan your trip for you. We'll fill in the paperwork. And we'll deal with the logistics. It means we can take the stress from you. It means you can focus on what really matters: making every minute count.
From your first booking to landing back home, you receive the exceptional service we're proud to offer.
