ancient culture, Diverse people and wild landscapes
Experience rich cultural Peru tours with Yampu and see a unique country, with geography that ranges from the peaks of the Andes to the arid plains of the Pacific coast and the tropical forests of the Amazon Basin. Our Peru tours can take travelers on a hike across the Inca Trail or to discover Machu Picchu by train. Explore Lake Titicaca, the Colca Canyon and the Nazca Lines. Peru is an epicenter of sorts in South America for its diverse and ancient cultures, wild and varied landscapes, and its fusion of outstanding cuisine. Enjoy the breathtaking scenery, savor the unique and mouthwatering flavors, meet local people and prolific artisans and craftsmen, and absorb the general mystique that surrounds this beautiful country. Many of those who travelers will meet in Peru will speak Quechua and have lifestyles marked by tradition, rites and rituals.
Be in the know before you go
Peru:
Enjoy personalized tours of Peru with private, local guides. A valid passport is required to travel and should have at least 6 months’ validity after your return home. You should have at least 2 blank pages per country that you are visiting. If your passport does not meet this requirement at the time of departure, you can be denied boarding for your international flight and may consequently incur additional expenses. You do not need a visa to enter Peru as a tourist with a US passport. However, we always recommend that you double check this for last minute changes with your local consulate.
Value Added Tax (IGV) Exemption: All non-resident foreign tourists in Peru who remain in the country less than 60 days (not to exceed 90 days in a calendar year) are exempt from paying the IGV, which is only for residents of Peru. Yampu does not include the 18% tax in our quoted rates. Note that when checking in at each hotel, you can expect to present your passport and the Andean Migration Card (TAM) stamped with your date of entrance into Peru. If your stay in Peru has exceeded 60 days, you will be counted as a resident and you will not be exempt from the IGV. In this case, you will be required to pay this tax for all hotels and services booked. Please let your Yampu Consultant know immediately if you or a member of your party may be ineligible for this exemption so that we may make the appropriate payment arrangements in advance
During your tour you will be visiting high altitude areas. Travelers with medical conditions, such as heart disease, lung disease, high blood pressure, sickle cell disease, or women who may be pregnant, should be advised to consult a physician familiar with high-altitude medical issues before traveling to high altitude areas. For up to date information on recommended and required vaccinations and general health travel tips for Peru please visit the CDC Website, then use the drop down menu to select Peru. Please consult with your physician for clarification or concerns regarding recommended or required vaccinations.
What Our Clients Are Saying
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"We had an amazing three weeks without a glitch. Every transfer took place on time. Our activities were conducted by knowledgeable and pleasant guides. That proved true for the entire 21 days. The is the second time that I have traveled in South America under the wing of Karolina Guilcapi. She was always accurate, price conscious, and patient with our alterations. Since returning from Patagonia, I and my travel companions have recommended Yampu and Karolina multiple time. Put yourself in her hands and travel worry free!"
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"Trip was great! The guides and drivers were excellent. Hotels were great too. The hike to Waynapicchu was a tough one - glad we had a guide that looked after us."
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"Our agent Stephanie was the best!!! We were going to several countries in Africa and she made sure our trip was safe, comfortable and loaded with lots of fun. We had trusted tour companies and interesting guides. We always felt we were in good hands. Once one of our connecting flights was late and she already knew it and took care of the issue and us! We have used Stephanie twice now. Once in South America and once in Africa. Our trips were fun and so memorable. Thanks Stephanie."
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"Great experiences, with Yampu tours the staff are very professional and helpful and they provide timely services and try to find solutions and alternatives"
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"I cannot say enough good things about our experience with Yampu travel. We hiked the Inca trail to the Sun Gate and Machu Picchu with Roger as our guide. He was with us for 5 days, gradually increasing our hiking time to acclimate us to the altitude and getting us ready for the trail. We then traveled to Lake Titicca with Jose as our guide. That was also fabulous. I would highly recommend Yampu for first class travel."
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"Excellent service and coordination. Excellent choice of hotels and local guides."
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"Yampu did a great job of helping our family of ten plan a two-week trip to Peru’s Sacred Valley and the Galapagos. And the trip came off without a hitch—great local guides, good accommodations, and flawless execution. Yampu and Jose were wonderfully responsive throughout the planning and travel process. We wouldn’t hesitate to travel with Yampu again."