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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!