Peru

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Discovering the Inca wonders

Bordered by The Pacific Ocean on the one hand, and by the Amazon on the other hand, Peru is the heir to one of the seven new wonders of the world: the unmissable Machu Picchu, as it is at an altitude of 2,430m. This ancient Inca city constitutes the most spectacular monument of South America, both for its immense cultural value and for its unique setting between a sacred river and Andean mountains. The cradle of Inca culture, the Sacred Valley invites you to hike between its villages and numerous archaeological sites. At the entrance to the valley stands Cusco, ancient Inca capital, a superb colonial city with narrow streets. As for Five, the gateway to the country, is a vibrant metropolis with a rich architectural and culinary heritage. It is also the perfect base for a flight to the famous Nazca Lines, an archaeological mystery still unsolved to this day. At the foot of the volcano Misty, the elegant colonial town Arequipa is distinguished by its white lava stone constructions and its historic centre, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Head north to discover the Colca Canyon to the terraced fields carved into the mountainside. The journey then continues towards the Lake Titicaca, highest navigable lake in the world, dotted with reed islands Of Uros. Your adventure in Peru will be perfectly completed by Iquitos, the starting point for thrilling expeditions into the Amazon jungle.

When to go to Peru

ANDES & MACHU PICCHU

June to October

LIMA & PACIFIC COAST

December to April

Amazonie

June to September

OUR ADDRESSES IN PERU

Belmond Las Casitas

Peru Arequipa

Style A classic Andean atmosphere featuring natural stone, wood and hand-woven fabrics Location On the heights of the Andes, in the Colca Valley, 3 hours' drive north of Arequipa Capacity 20 Casitas with garden or valley view terrace Highlights Benefits of the BELLINI Club & breathtaking hikes with condor spotting in the famous Colca Canyon

Inkaterra La Casona

Peru Sacred Valley

Style A 16th-century colonial manor, with a touch of the baroque, adorned with pre-Columbian art and craft objects. Location Located on Las Nazarenas Square, in the historic city of Cusco Capacity 11 Suites spread around an internal patio Highlights A historic address that allows you to discover the well-kept secrets of the city of Cusco

Style A chic and authentic address with the appearance of an Andean village in the heart of lush gardens Location In the heart of a tropical rainforest, at 2,000 metres altitude, close to the village of Aguas Calientes, near the Machu Picchu site Capacity 83 Casitas Highlights The proximity to Machu Picchu and the hotel's unique atmosphere, imagined in the spirit of a mountain village.

Style A tropical eco-lodge built on stilts with wood as the main material Location In the heart of the Amazon rainforest, on the banks of the Madre de Dios River, near the Tambopata National Reserve, 25 minutes by plane from Cusco Capacity 35 wooden cabins along the river Highlights The Inkaterra suspension bridges, 30m above the ground, allow for unique observation of the different canopy strata.

Kichic

Peru Piura

Style A bohemian and eco-chic hotel, made of stone, wood, and clay in keeping with local architectural traditions Location On the north coast of Peru, on the edge of the Pacific Ocean, on Mancora beach Capacity 9 Rooms & Suites Highlights More than a hotel, an experience... This is the Kichic promise, inviting you to know how to take your time.

Sun and Moon

Peru Sacred Valley

Style A spicy decoration that mixes primitive influence with an avant-garde spirit Location In the heart of the Sacred Valley, nestled at an altitude of 2,800 metres in Urubamba, 1 hour north of Cusco Capacity 43 cottages built from local stone Highlights Sol y Luna is the authentic experience of true Peruvian highland country life.

Titilaka

Peru Puno

Style A sleek contemporary architecture enlivened by a selection of colourful Peruvian crafts. Location Located on a private peninsula on the shores of Lake Titicaca, a 1-hour drive from Puno Capacity 18 Rooms with lake Titicaca views Highlights The lodge's location on a secluded peninsula is unique in the world

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PRACTICAL GUIDE

ENTRANCE AND SECURITY

No visa required for a short stay
Passport valid for at least 6 months after arrival in the territory

CLIMATE

On the coast, the climate is dry and hot from December to February, colder from June to August. A persistent humid mist sets in from May to mid-September.
- In the Andes, dry season from June to October and rainy season from December to April
In the Amazon, the dry season is from June to August and the rainy season is from December to April.

TIME DIFFERENCE

Peru is at GMT-5
In summer, -7h time difference
- In winter, -6h time difference

LANGUAGE

Spanish is the official language
English mainly spoken in tourist areas
Quechua and Aymara are the main indigenous languages

HEALTH & VACCINATION

- Vaccination record update
- Yellow fever vaccination recommended for Amazonia
- Anti-malarial treatment for stays in rural areas

CURRENCY

The currency is the Nuevo Sol
- 10 PENS = €2.38 (July 2025)

ELECTRICITY

- 220 volts
Flat pin sockets
- Await an adapter

TIP

Tipping is a common practice
- 15 to 30 PEN / person / day for guides

As this information may change, we invite you to consult
The website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs

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