Destination
Peru Holidays
Magnificent Inca ruins
Peru holidays are perfect for adventurous travellers keen to explore one of South America’s most enchanting countries. Picture lush valleys filled with Incan ruins, lakes dotted with islands and mystical desert carvings. Highlights include trekking the iconic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, exploring the cobbled streets of historic Cuzco and hiking to Andean villages in the Sacred Valley.
For city sightseeing, head to the capital Lima, which is filled with ancient cathedrals and gourmet food or Spanish-colonial Arequipa, which is surrounded by volcanic peaks. On the world’s highest navigable lake Titicaca, you’ll get to visit the Uros people who live on floating reed islands. Don’t miss the UNESCO-listed Nazca Lines - these giant inscriptions were carved into the Peruvian desert centuries ago.
Destination Highlights
Essential Information
See Practical Information- Time Zone GMT -5
- Currency PEN - Peruvian Sol
- Visa Information British citizens will not require a visa for travel to Peru.
- Language Spanish
- Flight Time Approx. 12–13 hours; direct flights are available from London Gatwick three times a week March to October. Indirect flights are available from other UK airports.
- Health Information No special vaccines are required or recommended for travel to Peru.
Top Tips from our Experts
Barbara
Destination Specialist
“Travel in style to Machu Picchu, the ‘City in the Sky’, on the luxury 1920s-style Belmond Hiram Bingham train. If you're on a budget, look at the three-star and four-star options.”
Robert
Destination Specialist
“Taking the acrobatic flight over the mystical Nazca Lines is one of my best memories of Peru – but make sure to take travel sickness tablets before boarding as it can be quite a bumpy ride.”
Gina
Destination Specialist
“Explore Machu Picchu via the Inca Trail. Nothing is more rewarding than hiking for four days to be greeted with an amazing view over the sacred Machu Picchu – be sure to book early as only 200 hikers are allowed on the trail each day.”
Great sample itineraries
Here's a selection of popular itineraries to give you some ideas. But almost anything's possible so call us now and we'll create an amazing holiday just for you.
Cuzco & Machu Picchu with Belmond
Once only accessible on foot, Machu Picchu can now be reached by rail on board the luxurious Belmond Hiram Bingham Train. Relax in style as your train winds leisurely through the changing landscapes and spectacular vistas of the beautiful Andes...
Rail journeys
Inca Trail to Machu Picchu
The most popular hike in South America, thousands of people every year take the challenge to walk this ancient trail set by the Incas. Trek during the day and enjoy evenings around the fire in the campsites along the way...
Adventure holidays
Our favourite hotels
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Types of Peru holidays
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights to Peru take approximately 12 hours and 30 minutes. There are currently seasonal direct flight options from London Gatwick to Jorge Chavez International Airport in Lima with British Airways two-three times a week. Alternatively, LATAM Airlines, Air Europa, Air France and Iberia offer various indirect options.
Machu Picchu is located in the Andes Mountains, around 50 miles northwest of Cuzco in Peru, South America. It sits approximately 2,430 metres above sea level in the Urubamba River valley, also known as the Sacred Valley of the Incas.
The Inca Trail Hike is 26 miles long and is one of the most famous, and scenic hiking trails on Earth. Hikers typically start the trail 50 miles along the railway between Cuzco and Aguas Calientes and finish at the famous Machu Picchu.
