Daily flights from Lima to Cusco

Peru is the best place in the world to see the Amazon Jungle in the zone of Puerto Maldonado. There are a number of national parks and wildlife reserves that have been set up to protect the numbers of endangered species. We have two group tours that include two nights in Tambopata National Park where you will go to explore the charming sites of the Amazon. We also have private itineraries to other parks. If you want to know more please contact us.

Many people worry that they might get sick in Peru but if you stick to the standard rules of safely eating abroad there’s no reason why you should suffer. Stick to busy restaurants, avoid street food or anything that’s been sat outside for long and forgo salads as the tap water is definitely not safe to drink. Peruvian cuisine is amazingly diverse and forms an integral part of the travel experience so don’t be afraid to try new dishes and flavors.

If you’ve already covered Peru’s popular Machu Picchu, consider visiting the tropical south; the site of Choquequirao or the islands of the Lake Titicaca in Puno. Alternatively, we have a range of exciting private itineraries that cover everywhere from the far northeast to the less-visited south. You can also create your dream tailor-made holiday with the aid of our expert team. Get in touch to start planning.

On shorter itineraries that cover Machu Picchu and other highlights in Peru, the average group size is around 16 passengers. Once you start travelling further afield on longer tours then this average size drops down to around 8-10 passengers. Our special festival departures are much larger due to the unique nature of the events we cover such as the Inti Raymi. You’ll find a real mix of ages on our Machu Picchu and Cusco Tours from those in their late 20s to those in their early 60s. The average age is between 45-50 years.

On our Machu Picchu and Cusco group tours you’ll be staying in 3-star category hotels with a mix of modern and heritage properties. On all tours that visit the main sights of Cusco and Machu Picchu you’ll get to experience former royal residences and beautiful views. It will give you a real insight into the region’s cultural and architectural heritage.

For the most part you’ll be travelling in comfortable, private vehicles with air-conditioning. The size of the vehicle depends on the group size. There will also be the chance to experience more local forms of transportation including train to Machu Picchu.

Peru is a big country and the climate varies dramatically from north to south though the dry season is by far the best time to visit. The months of April to November are ideal as rainfall is minimal in most parts of the country, which makes sightseeing much more pleasurable. For more info on the weather, have a read of our Best Time to Visit Peru page.