Peru in a Day: Discover the highlights of Peru with our carefully curated day tours.

Why Visit Peru?  

If you're looking for reasons to visit Peru, then you really don´t have to look too hard! Imagine Incas, llamas, trekking routes, and deep, lush jungles on an Indiana Jones scale of adventure! Whether you are looking for a luxury Peru tour, a family vacation, or a solo backpacking expedition, there are limitless reasons to visit Peru. Peru is full of attractions, activities, culture, and history to surpass any other South American destination. read our blog for just some of the reasons about why you should book a Peru visit now! 

Peru History 

Peru has a pretty colorful history, from cities of gold to mystical lines that appeared in the desert. From earthquakes to conquests, it's sometimes hard to know where fiction ends and facts begin! From a pre-Colombian and pre-Inca history that talks of mummification ceramics, weaving, and gold, to the enigmatic Inca Empire and its magnificent buildings and road networks, to Spanish conquest and Independence. Inca history is profound fascinating, unique, and diverse. Read these blog articles for more detailed Peru history to give you some insight into the fabulous history of Peru. Such as Cusco and its main Square and a  History of  Machu Picchu´s Discovery . 

Where is Peru? 

 Peru is one of 12 nations in South America. It sits just south of the equator to the west of the continent. Peru is famous worldwide for the Inca archaeological site, Machu Picchu. Travelers also visit Peru for the Amazon rainforest, and the highest navigable lake in the world, Lake Titicaca. The center of Peru is 10 degrees south latitude and 76 degrees west longitude. Peru is the third largest country in South America and it has 3 three distinct geographic zones: the coast, the mountains (The Andes), and the jungle (The Amazon). The country has 5 land borders, with Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Brazil, and Ecuador. Peru has a total area of approximately 496,224 square miles or 1,285,216 square kilometers which makes it a fascinatingly large country to visit when you travel to Peru. 

Is Peru Safe?   

With landscapes verge on the extraordinary, ranging from snow-capped mountains to dense rainforest, and a desert thrown in for good measure, Peru is one of the most astounding places to visit on the planet. Combine this with remarkable history, unique cultural heritage, astounding archaeology, and the most amazing friendly people and you have an unbelievable destination when you visit Peru. However, you may be wondering is Peru safe to visit? or if Peru is a safe country. Check out our blogs about if it is safe to travel to Peru, if Peru is safe to travel alone, or whether it is safe for women to travel alone in Peru. 

What are Peruvian People like? 

Peru's population is approximately 25 million. At the time of the Spanish conquest (mid-1500), the indigenous population numbered around 12 million.  Two-thirds of Peru's population is concentrated along the major urban centers of the coastal region. The rest is in the Andean region, making the Amazon the least populated of its regions. There are four major ethnic groups included in the Peru population: White (of European ancestry); mestizos (of mixed European and Indigenous ancestry; Indigenous; and Afro-Peruvians (of African descent). Peruvian people speak Spanish and Quechua, both are recognized as official languages in Peru. Spanish is the language used in the education system and by the government. There are also several other indigenous languages spoken by indigenous groups who live in Peru's Amazon basin. Peruvians are known for their friendliness, are courteous and respectful, are proud of their heritage, many are religious, and know how to celebrate! Peruvian culture is demonstrated in their music and traditional dances, their gastronomy, their love of football, their concept of family, their warmth and welcoming attitude, and are passionate and proud of their country. The Peruvian people are why the country is such an incredible country and definitely why you should visit Peru!