What are the top destinations in Peru?

Peru's top destinations are Cusco, Lima, Puno, Paracas, Arequipa, Aguas Calientes, Nazca, Iquitos, and the Sacred Valley. These destinations offer travelers access to Peru's best natural, cultural, and historical attractions.

Nestling in the dip of the Watanay River Valley, from above the city of Cusco takes the shape...

The word Paracas means "rain of sand," named after the sandstorms found in this coastal part of Peru....

The name Arequipa comes from "Ari, Quepay," which means "Yes, you may stay" in the local Quechua language....

The first inhabitants of the Sacred Valley treasured this land not only for its dramatic landscapes and sweeping...

Iquitos is a city in Peru’s northeastern Amazon. It’s been on the tourism scene since the 1960s and...

The coastal city of Lima is diverse, with colorful parks, friendly locals, tasty cuisine, vibrant markets, and ancient...

Aguas Calientes is the closest town to Machu Picchu. Staying here for a night or two will give...

The south coast of Peru was home to extraordinary pre-Columbian civilizations, including the Nazca, who are best remembered...

Puno is Lake Titicaca’s only major city, and most travelers will pass through here while heading towards other...