Peru Travel Guides & Practical Trip Planning Resources
Planning a trip to Peru involves more than just booking flights. From navigating the new terminal at Lima Airport to altitude preparation in Cusco, explore our comprehensive Peru travel guides, practical logistics tips, and essential checklists below.
The single biggest myth keeping older travelers from visiting Peru is the belief that you must be a seasoned hiker to reach Machu Picchu. The reality is that the vast majority of visitors (including local Peruvians) reach the sanctuary using seamless scenic trains and buses without doing any hiking whatsoever. Machu Picchu is not only … Read more
If you’re flying in or out of Lima, Peru, you’ll probably pass through the brand-new terminal at Jorge Chavez International Airport, which opened in June 2025. It’s bright, modern, and surprisingly easy to navigate – once you know where to look. Whether you’re wrapping up your Peru adventure or just starting it, a little insider … Read more
Planning a family vacation can be exciting, but it also comes with plenty of questions. Is Cusco a good destination for children? Can young travelers enjoy Machu Picchu? Are there activities that the whole family will love? The good news is that the answer is yes to all of those questions! Traveling to Peru with … Read more
Choosing the right hotel can make a major difference during your Peru travel experience. Peru offers a wide variety of hotels, from modern city properties to luxury mountain retreats near Machu Picchu. Whether you’re visiting Lima, the Sacred Valley, Aguas Calientes, or Cusco, selecting a hotel with a good location and reliable service helps make … Read more
Traveling through Peru as a vegetarian is much easier today than it was a few years ago. In popular destinations such as Cusco and Aguas Calientes, travelers can now find restaurants that specialize in plant-based meals and fresh ingredients. If you are wondering what to eat in Cusco or where to find reliable vegetarian food … Read more
Visiting Machu Picchu requires following strict regulations established by Peruvian authorities to protect the site and control visitor flow. These rules are officially defined by the Ministry of Culture and are also printed on entrance tickets. If you’re planning your Machu Picchu tours as part of a Peru travel itinerary, it’s important to understand these … Read more
Planning a visit to Machu Picchu in 2026 requires clear understanding of how to book Machu Picchu tickets, the available platforms for purchasing, and the common mistakes travelers often make during the process. As regulations continue to evolve, knowing where and when to secure your entrance and related services helps avoid unnecessary delays and extra … Read more
Planning the best time to visit Machu Picchu involves understanding weather patterns, visitor flow, and seasonal conditions. Machu Picchu Peru is open year-round, but each season presents different conditions that can affect visibility, trail access, and crowd size. In 2026, knowing these details will help travelers schedule Machu Picchu tours and plan their overall visit … Read more
If you’ve seen headlines or social media posts asking “is Machu Picchu closing?”, you’re not alone. Recently, rumors about closures in 2026 have caused confusion and concern among travelers planning their once-in-a-lifetime visit to Peru. The good news? Machu Picchu is not permanently closing, but there are important updates you should understand before booking your … Read more
Flying through the new Lima Jorge Chavez Airport is now a smoother and tastier experience. With redesigned spaces, more seating, and upgraded dining options, travelers can enjoy better food before heading to their next destination – whether that’s Machu Picchu, Cusco, or an international flight. This guide will walk you through the best restaurants, snack … Read more
If you’re flying into or out of Jorge Chavez Airport, you’ll want to know that there are two Wyndham hotels located within 15 minutes from each other, and both claim to be the Wyndham “lima airport hotel.” What’s more confusing is that both of them have “Costa del Sol Lima” in their name. Many travelers … Read more
The Ministry of Culture in Peru has officially announced updates for 2026 Machu Picchu tickets and the Inca Trail reservation system. These changes are designed to improve planning for both travelers and tour operators while ensuring the conservation of one of the world’s most iconic archaeological sites. If you’re dreaming of your next Machu Picchu … Read more
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WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING ABOUT OUR PERU TREKS & TOURS
Don’t see Peru without Jacob! - So grateful for Jacob’s deep knowledge on Peruvian cultures and history. Machu Picchu and other Sacred Valley sites came alive because of his guidance and expertise!
Michele R March 27, 2026
The best ever! - This trip has been in the works for a full year. Samantha was so incredibly kind throughout our planning process and answered even my silliest of questions. She was patient... read more and reassured our family many times over as we explained to her that some members had ailing health. She guided us in which tour would be most beneficial and what options we had day of incase people were unwell.
Jacob carried out our tour with the assistance of Guido. Both were incredibly knowledgeable, entertaining and personable. Is it dramatic to say we want to be friends with them for life?! Truly- this experience exceeded all expectations! I am so grateful to the whole Peru with Purpose team. They are amazing tour guides and even better people!
Kami R September 30, 2025
Breathtaking Experience with the RIGHT tour Group - Word cannot express how magnificent our trip to Machu Pichu and other archeological sites were. Having the right tour guide makes the experience magical! Travel with Purpose is the perfect... read more group to book! Jacob, Jaime, and Edo were knowledgeable and really cared about sharing the history and significance of the Inka people. I really enjoyed my experience!!
La Shae L June 27, 2026
Travel with Purpose gave us the BEST experience!! - From getting picked up at the airport, to getting sent off when we left, Jacob‘s coordination and planning behind the scenes made everything go smoothly for our group.
I... read more got pretty sick the morning we planned to do Machu Picchu, so I made the choice to hang out in Aguas Calientes with my friend instead, and it was still a beautiful experience. Jacob reassured us of safety and went out of his way to give us ideas for things we could do around town. When the group finished their Machu Picchu tour, Jacob came to us and made sure we got reconnected with everyone in time for the train ride back to Ollantytambo.
This was a mission trip, and we spent many days driving out to Andean villages for clinics. The drives out there were like nothing I’ve seen before, incredibly beautiful, but the care and attention the drivers had to our safety and comfort stood out to me. They were fabulous!
We spent our final day with JCP and that was just the sweetest experience. Totally life changing to connect with those wonderful people, they have beautiful hearts! If you’re trying to decide what to do for your visit to Peru, definitely reach out to Samantha and Jacob with Travel With Purpose, and don’t forget to ask them about the opportunities with JCP. You won’t regret it!!
Abigail G September 17, 2026
Amazing Machu Picchu - Amazing experience ! The tutor guys (Jaime, Edo, Jacob) took their time to explained Cuscos and Machu Picchu’s history. Also they were humble enough to take pictures. They were super... read more friendly and caring for our group. The routes of Cusco and Machu Picchu were wonderful. Highly recommend this tutor due to an unforgettable experience.
Alexandra H June 27, 2026
Best Peru experience! - Samantha was wonderful and accommodated every request as our plans continued to change last minute! Jaime helped with the Rainbow Mountain tour and was fantastic- took really good care of... read more us. Jacob was excellent with all the logistics and took so many photos of us that it felt like a photoshoot plus tour:) Peru is a beautiful country with lovely people and we felt well cared for with PTWP. Thanks to the team for giving us great recs for vegetarian food . The vehicles were comfortable and our driver Mario was steady and reliable on those high mountain roads.
KrovSudha July 17, 2026
Inca trail and sacred valley tour - Good experience would recommend
Anushka K May 17, 2026
Group to Machu Picchu - We traveled in Cuzco and to Machu Picchu and this tour company and guides were consistently well organized and on top of all the details!
BJF1960 June 27, 2026
Incredibly responsive and a female-owned business! - Peru Travel With Purpose was incredibly responsive, a wonderful team to work with. In addition, it's a female-owned business which I like to support, and my tour guide was female... read more as well, at my request. I highly recommend this company.