Peru travel guide

When is the best time to visit Peru?

These are the seasons worth planning around in Peru. Check the weather and local events for your dates before you book.

Things to do

Top things to do in Peru

• Visit Machu Picchu

  The Inca citadel high above the river, reached by train and bus.

• Eat in Lima

  Ceviche, Peruvian-Japanese food and some of the best restaurants in South America.

• See the Nazca Lines

  Giant figures in the desert, seen from a small plane.

• Visit Lake Titicaca

  Floating reed islands and island communities on the highest navigable lake.

Getting to Peru from Canada

Major airports include Lima (LIM) and Cusco (CUZ). Routes and flight times depend on the season and the airline, so check with the airline or travel site you book with.

• Lima (LIM)
• Cusco (CUZ)

Know before you go to Peru

Helpful information to make the most of your trip.

• Entry requirementsCheck what Canadian travellers need to enter Peru on the Government of Canada page.
• CurrencyPeruvian sol (PEN). Prices for tours on TripRadr are in Canadian dollars (CAD).
• Time zonePeru Time all year, five hours behind UTC, with no daylight saving.
• AirportsMajor airports include Lima (LIM) and Cusco (CUZ).
• Safety, security and healthRead the Government of Canada's safety, security and health advice for Peru.

Frequently asked questions about Peru