The richest country in the world
Over 34 million people call Peru home with a large proportion of these people living in urban areas.
Currency: Peruvian Sol
Language: Spanish
Visa: Some countries have 90 day visa free, others need to apply, check government websites before travelling
Power: 220 volts AC. Plug types A & C
Safety: Peru is generally considered safe for tourists who stay aware and informed. Petty crime like theft and scams are common in tourist areas.
Peru has a network of comfortable and affordable buses.
Internal flights are quick and easy but a more expensive option.
A couple of trains run on major tourist routes.
There
Virgin de la Candelaria – Feb
Peruvian Carnival – Feb
Paso Horse Festival – April
Lord of Qoyllur Rit’t – May/June
Inti Raymi – June
Fiestas Patrias – July
Anniversary of Arequipa – Aug
Lord of Miracles – Oct
Peru is located entirely in the tropics but the Climate is very diverse but can be considered in 3 major areas, the arid coastal desert, the cool Andean highlands and the hot/humid rainforest.
Packing:
Versatile layered clothing and the ability to make quick additions for rapid climate changes. Warm gloves, hat etc for high altitudes and waterproof outerlayers.
Accommodation:-
Dorm beds – 30-60 PEN
Mid range Double – 100-120 PEN
Luxury 400 plus PEN
Food:-
Street Food – 5-10 PEN
Local restaurants – 20-30 PEN
Resort or similar – 100-140 PEN
Transport:-
Train from 200 PEN
Bus – short hops 1-3 PEN, long (ie lima to cusco) 100-170 PEN
Car hire Peru from 100 PEN Per day
Peru Part 1 – the north, braving the altitude Flying in to Lima from Sao Paulo Brazil we had amazing views of snowy mountains
Birds, scenery and long distances An amazing start to Brasil in Manaus and around the Amazonian area. Such incredible birds – although not particularly
An interesting start to our Mexican journey. A long delay to Gatwick and a rental car that was overheating in the traffic jams and bleeping
Peru Part 1 – the north, braving the altitude Flying in to Lima from Sao Paulo Brazil we had amazing views of snowy mountains
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