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Ancient Inca Civilisation, Andean Mountain Landscapes & Amazon Rainforest

Discover a country famed for its Inca ruins, dramatic landscapes and rich culture, where rural life and proud local traditions remain intact today. It is a living museum of the great Inca civilization, blended with colonial influences from the Spanish Conquistadors.

Journey through the immense Amazon rainforest and admire the powerful Andean mountain range, in between which lies the Inca heartland of Cusco, the fertile Sacred Valley, the lost citadel of Machu Picchu and magical Lake Titicaca. Clinging to the Pacific Coast we find the mysterious Nazca Lines, the White City of Arequipa and the Colca Canyon, home of the condor. Further north lies the vibrant city of Lima, the culinary capital of South America.

We invite you to browse our selection of Peru holidays below. These itineraries have been carefully planned by our destination specialists to optimise your time and provide a deeper perspective on Peru.

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Andean Landscapes

The central Andean region is home to beautiful mountain scenery which can be explored on hikes to Machu Picchu, day trips in the Sacred Valley and boat trips on Lake Titicaca.

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Inca Archaeology

Inca archaeological sites are a stunning testament to a powerful empire which conquered a large part of South America before the Spanish arrived.

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Historic Cities

Peru is home to a diverse collection of fascinating cities, providing the perfect base from which to explore this extraordinary country.

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'Our hotels were very good and our guides, Marvin, Mariel & Fernando were excellent: They had exceptional knowledge and made absolutely sure that our Peruvian experience was of the highest quality.'

Written byMr & Mrs F.

'All guides were excellent: Malla was a pleasant young lady, Hildana had a perfect mix of humour and friendliness, Manuel provided useful information and Fernando was enthusiastic and knowledgeable.'

Written byMr W.

'A huge thanks to Veloso Team. Everything went very smoothly which considering the number of flights, meetings, hotels, guides etc. was a miracle. Well done.'

Written byMr & Mrs M.

'We have been impressed by the reception and assistance of your partners throughout the trip.'

Written byMr & Mrs H.

'Our guides were very good. Bethsheila Pinto in Cusco was very good and Maria Esther Segura in Quito excellent.'

Written byMr & Mrs H.

'We were amazed the way the whole trip was organised: Guides and transport were all good, especially Joel Castillo in Machu Picchu and our driver in Ollantaytambo.'

Written by Mr & Mrs M.

'All guides were very good, especially Betesheila in Cusco who was excellent and knowledgeable and a pleasure to be with, and our guide in Buenos Aires, Emiliano.'

Written byMr & Mrs R.

'From the outset we had wonderful holidays. Our driver and Guide, Betsheyla, in Cusco were exceptional and helpful. In Rio de Janeiro, Eugenio, was very good and extremely knowledgeable.'

Written byMr & Mrs D.

'The entire journey was absolutely seamless and everyone turning up without hiccup. So far everything has worked like clockwork and our guides have been prompt, attentive and very knowledgeable.'

Written byMr & Mrs B.

'The Andean Train Explorer from Puno to Cusco was just outstanding. Fernando Chara was a very friendly and excellent guide in Cusco.'

Written byMr & Mrs R.

'All our guide were exceptional, sharing their enthusiasm and their knowledge of their countries. In Peru, Fernando and Henry were amazing and make our trip unforgettable."

Written byMiss L.

"For 4 weeks, we have been almost entirely at the mercy of the arrangements you put in place. We visited 7 different places and travelled 23,000 miles with never a worry and a hardly hitch."

Written byMr & Mrs C.

'Everything worked perfectly and we were very pleased with the service Veloso provided. Our local guides were very good and our hotels of a high standard. Machu Picchu exceeded our expectations. '

Written byMr & Mrs F.

'Your guides took us by the hand that we could totally relax throughout our journey. They were excellent and made the holiday fantastic through their efficiency, friendliness and knowledge.'

Written byMr & Mrs G.

'All our guides were well qualified with excellent English, especially Fernando in Cusco and David on the Galapagos. Our trip was fascinating and we enjoyed every minute. Thank you.'

Written byMr & Mrs A.

'We had 4 guides who were very different in character, but they were all excellent, friendly, efficient, knowledgeable and informative, especially Marvin Abanto in Lima.'

Written byMr & MR G.

'Our holiday through Veloso was a real luxury tour for us. We felt safe at every moment and confident with our drivers. Guides were all efficient, helpful. It was a pleasure to spend time with them.'

Written byMr & Mr R.

'Thank you for all times and effort that went into our fabulous holiday. No complaints. Except that 4 weeks is unfortunately too short for visit these places.'

Written byMrs G.

'Our guides: Marvin in Lima, Fernando in Cusco & Maria in Quito, were excellent, friendly, and very knowledgeable. We can’t thank them enough for making our holiday such a memorable time for all.'

Written byMr & Mrs M. and Mr & Mrs K.

'All guides, especially Marvin Abanto in Lima and Betsheyla Pinto in Cusco were very friendly with excellent local and historical knowledge.'

Written byFamily M.

'All our drivers and guides were very helpful. We were impressed by our guides' knowledge of Peruvian history and their excellent English, especially Fernando, Marvin and Richard.'

Written byMr & Mrs F.

'Guides were exceptional: Enthusiasm & freshness they showed was as if they had just started and wanted to impress this is to be commended when considering they've been doing the job for many years.'

Written byFamily C.

'You planned our itinerary perfectly and adjusted everything to suit our requirements. We feel privileged to have spent this time in Peru and will remember forever. Thank you.'

Written byMr & Mrs R.

'All the guides were fantastic, they really made our trip wonderful. Transport all were excellent, faultless. Thank you. Our trip was a huge success and very enjoyable.'

Written byFamily R. & M.

'We had a most fantastic holiday. Guides were all very knowledgeable, they took us around interesting places, and took into consideration our age and fitness levels making each part enjoyable.'

Written byMr & Mrs B and Mr & Mrs L.

'Every guides & drivers were a joy to be with. Nothing was too much trouble and the attention to detail shown by all should be commended. Silvia, Richard & Queoma were more like friends that guides.'

Written byMr M & Mrs B.

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Cusco - Peru Holidays

Iglesia de la Compañía de Jesús, Plaza de Armas, Cusco
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Cusco

Cusco is a beautiful city shaped by a mix of Inca and Catholic beliefs. It is close to the Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu.

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Machu Picchu - Peru Holidays

Machu Picchu Sunset
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Machu Picchu

Machu Picchu is one of the most recognisable archaeological sites in the world, buried deep in cloud forest.

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Valle Sagrado de los Incas - Urubamba valley near Pisaq, Peru,
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Sacred Valley of the Incas

Traditional villages, rural landscapes and hilltop Inca ruins bring you closer to Peru's fascinating past and present.

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Inca Trail - Peru Holidays

Inca Trail

There are a range of options to follow in the footsteps of ancient Incas on a spectacular trek to Machu Picchu.

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Puno & Lake Titicaca - Peru Holidays

Puno & Lake Titicaca

Lake Titicaca's traditional islands are inhabited by communities preserving fascinating customs and unique ways of life.

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Iquitos Amazon Cruises - Peru Holidays

Iquitos Amazon Cruises

Cruise the Amazon in a luxury river boat, getting closer to abundant wildlife and indigenous communities.

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Tambopata Amazon Lodges - Peru Holidays

Tambopata Amazon Lodges

Stay in a specialist lodge by the Tambopata River in one of the world's last easily accessible virgin rainforests.

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Lima - Peru Holidays

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Lima

Peru's coastal capital has a rich history and is today famed for its world-class restaurants, museums and art galleries.

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Nazca Lines - Peru Holidays

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Nazca Lines

Take a panoramic plane ride over the mysterious giant symbols in the coastal deserts of Southern Peru.

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Arequipa - Peru Holidays

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Arequipa

The 'White City' lies in a green valley at the foot of three snow-capped volcanoes in the southern Peruvian desert.

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Andean Explorer Train - Peru Holidays

Andean Explorer Train

Travel in style on South America's first sleeper train between Cusco and Arequipa, via Lake Titicaca and the Colca Canyon…

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Colca Canyon - Peru Holidays

Cañon del Colca
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Colca Canyon

Watch Andean condors soaring in front of your eyes at one of the world's deepest and most beautiful canyons.

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Paracas & Ballestas Islands - Peru Holidays

Pelicans on Ballestas Islands, Peru
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Paracas & Ballestas Islands

Find abundant wildlife, including dolphins, whales, penguins and sea lions, along this craggy Pacific shore.

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Huaraz - Peru Holidays

Llanganuco Lake
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Huaraz

Explore the Huascaran National Park and the pre-Inca ruins at Chavin de Huantar in Northern Peru.

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Trujillo - Peru Holidays

Chan Chan, Perú
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Trujillo

The impressive colonial city north of Lima attracts visitors with its amazing pre-Inca ruins at Chan Chan.

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Mancora Beach - Peru Holidays

Mancora Beach Peru
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Mancora Beach

Máncora provides a great place to relax and unwind on the beach at the end of your Peru adventure.

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Language: Spanish, Quechua - Capital: Lima - Time Difference: GMT -5 Hours - Flying time from UK: 12H 30M Non-stop - Currency: Nuevo Sol

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