In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, we have started a collection of the best cities to visit in various Hispanic countries. In our collection we included how to respect their culture, best times of the year to visit, and a budget for each city. The best time of year to visit Peru is between May to October. Continuing with Peru for their amazing food and beautiful sights, so let’s dive in!
Cusco
Between mountain ranges in Peru lies Cusco, known for Machu Picchu and Rainbow Mountain. Some worthy attractions to mention are The Tambomachay, The Sacsayhuaman, and The Cusco Cathedral. A solo traveler can expect to pay 1,080 for one week. A couple can expect around 2,150, or about 155 per day for each person.
Lima
The capital of Peru and a metropolitan city known for its historical palaces and museums. Some worthy attractions to mention are the Larco Museum, the park of love, and the Huaca Pucllana. One person traveling to Lima can expect to pay 1,600 for one week. Couples can expect to pay around 2,500, or about 230 per day for each person.
Arequipa
Another city laid between mountain ranges is Arequipa, known for one of the deepest canyons in the world. The Colca Canyon is one of Peru’s biggest attractions, along with rafting in the Chili river, and the Huaruro waterfall. A solo traveler can expect to pay around 1,150 for one week. Couples can expect to pay around 2,050, or about 165 per day for each person.
Pisco
The coastal city offers beautiful sights with lots of adventurous possibilities to enjoy. Go kitesurfing, paragliding, or dune hiking in the dessert, explore local wineries, or contemplate the Nazca Lines. A solo traveler can expect to pay around 1,100 for a week long trip. Couples can expect to pay 1,850, or about 158 per day for each person.
Ayacucho
Right by the Amazon Jungle lies Ayacucho, ride an ATV in the canyons or take a zipline instead for a greater view of the neighboring Amazon jungle and desert. A solo traveler can expect to pay 1,500 for a week long trip. Couples can expect to pay 2,700, or about 215 per day for each person.
Iquitos
This is the perfect city for nature explorers as the city is in the north eastern part of the country right by the Amazon Jungle. A week long trip can be spent exploring the jungle and visiting animal conservation sites. A solo traveler can expect to pay 2,150 for a one week trip. Couples can expect to pay 3,800 or about 308 per person for each day.
Conclusion
To respect Peruvian culture, it worth mentioning Peruvians tend to stand close when conversing and backing away is considered rude, Peruvians love to dress up so make sure to pack your most flattering outfits, it’s okay to be 30 minutes late to events unless English time is specified which means to be time, and lastly it’s customary to bring a gift when visiting a local’s house. Lastly make sure to pack some comfortable walking shoes and a camera to capture all of the breathtaking views you’ll see. Thank you for reading and please make sure to check out our Facebook and Pinterest pages for more content!