Peru Travel Tips
From the edge of the Andes to the lush Amazonian rainforests, the allure of Peru lies in its ancient mysteries and unique culture. Despite a 5,000 year old history, Peru still manages to reconcile global influence with the indigenouos pre-Columbian traditions that give its culture a distict flair.
Don't miss hiking the Inca Trail through Cusco and the Sacred Valley to finally take in the impressive sights at Machu Picchu. From the mysterious Nazca lines, volcanoes near Arequipa, and breathtaking views at Lake Titicaca, Peru is arguably the most visually impressive region in South America.
Lima Suggested Itineraries
Peru’s capital city was founded by Pizarro in 1535, and the modern-day city of Lima is a sprawling metropolis encompassing ruins from pre-Inca times, ultramodern shopping malls and coastal beaches. ... Continue Reading »
Flavors of Peru
Peruvian cuisine is typically South American, but with some surprises! Alongside indigenous and Spanish fare, you’ll find influences from China, Italy, Africa and Japan. Based on the staples of ... Continue Reading »
Machu Picchu 100 Year Anniversary
At 11,200 feet above sea level, Cusco is the heart of Tahuantinsuyo, Perus's pre-Colombian Empire. Cusco today is the oldest continuously inhabited city in South America, a fascinating and colorful ... Continue Reading »
Inca Civilization
The mighty Inca Empire once stretched from northern Ecuador to central Chile and northern Argentina, encompassing at least 12 million people and lasting 300 years. Beginning in around 1200 AD as a ... Continue Reading »
Cusco Suggested Itineraries
Cusco is the central hub of the Sacred Valley, a magnet for lovers of Inca handicrafts and ruins, colonial charm and churches. There is plenty to see in and around town as well as further afield. So ... Continue Reading »
Cusco Markets
Cusco is Peru’s shopping hotspot for handicrafts, textiles, ceramics, art and jewelry, and the best place to shop for this booty is in the markets. There are several open-air and undercover shopping ... Continue Reading »
Cajamarca Protests Over New Mines
Organizers Promise that Upcoming Protests and Marches Won’t Interrupt Transport or Business in Peru . Big protests are afoot in some of northern Peru’s tourism destinations, and for the next few ... Continue Reading »
New Discoveries Tempt Visitors toward the Moche Trail
Though most archaeologically inclined travelers headed to Peru plan their visit around magnificent Machu Picchu and other wonderful ruined cities surrounding the old Inca capital of Cuzco, Peru is ... Continue Reading »
Peru Gears Up for the 17th Bolivarian Games
While the bulk of international visitors travel Peru’s southern loop—usually taking in Lima, Cuzco and Machu Picchu, Arequipa, the Nazca Lines and/or Colca Canyon—the north beckons with its own ... Continue Reading »
Peruvian Airlines Grounded for 90 Days
Since 2009, Peruvian Airlines has offered low-cost flights between Lima 's Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM) to seven popular tourist destinations: Arequipa, Cusco , Iquitos, Ilo, ... Continue Reading »
Peru’s Bahuaja Sonene National Park a Haven for Undiscovered Species
On the Bolivian border, not far from Puno and famed Lake Titicaca, the “highest navigable body of water in the world,” is a unique conservation zone clinging with lush abandon to the Andes, as they ... Continue Reading »
Peru’s Bahuaja Sonene National Park a Haven for Undiscovered Species
On the Bolivian border, not far from Puno and famed Lake Titicaca, the “highest navigable body of water in the world,” is a unique conservation zone clinging with lush abandon to the Andes, as they ... Continue Reading »
Peru’s New President Creates a New Ministry of Tourism
Tourism is already a priority for Peru’s brand-new President Ollanta Humala, sworn in on July 28. The nation’s third-largest industry (after fishing and mining), tourism is also Peru’s fastest ... Continue Reading »
Peru’s Place of Memory Set to Unveil History
The upscale Lima neighborhood of Miraflores is today known for its fine cuisine, trendy nightlife, eye-catching architecture, and appealingly rocky coastline. In July 1992, however, the posh ... Continue Reading »
Protecting the Pristine Andean Peak of Nevado de Huaytapallana
Though the most popular image of Peru is that of Machu Picchu, rising from the cool, arid Andes to an air-catching 2430m (7970ft), this is an incredibly diverse nation. From the steamy Amazon ... Continue Reading »
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