Many people come to Peru all the time to see the numerous sites here. If you are thinking of coming to Peru, this is some useful information to help you get ready for your trip in 2014.
First, you should check to see if you need a visa to come to Peru. You can see this for more information.
What to Bring
to bring in your backpack
You should bring all the things that you will need for when you are here, but do not pack too much. If you are going to Cusco, it would be good to bring clothes for different kinds of weather (view FAQS to travel in Peru ), since Cusco can have hot and cold, and it can change rapidly. Bring a hat to protect you from the sun, sun block can be purchased here. You can also purchase umbrellas or rain ponchos here.
Changing money
You can change money at the airport, or also at the numerous money changing houses in heavily visited areas.
Places to Visit
Peru has many interesting places all over the country. Machu Picchu and Cusco, Arequipa and the Colca Canyon, Lake Titicaca, and more. There is something for almost everyone.
Some Itineraries to visit in Peru
- Machu Picchu in One day
- City Tour in Cusco
- For 10 days Travel around to Peru
- Tour in Arequipa and Colca Canyon
Inca Trail
If you are going on the Inca Trail, you should get tickets early because there is only a certain amount of people who can go on the trail each day, and entrances can be sold out months in advance. See this for more information about the Inca Trail.
Useful information for the Inca Trail:
Food
The food in Peru has been rated the best in the world for 2 years in a row. The food here has a variety of influences and is also a result of the diversity of plants in Peru.
Communication
You can call or e-mail people in other countries in “internet cabins” where you pay a small amount to use a phone or computer. Sometimes hotels offer phones or computers as well.
