Best places to travel in Peru in summer

Peru is located in the southern hemisphere, so summer is the opposite of North America or Europe. That is why when the northern hemisphere is experiencing snow and cold weather, here in Peru, the summer season is passing. And without a doubt, summer in Peru is the best season to enjoy your vacations. Forget about your winter vacations, travel to Peru, and enjoy the summer season in this spectacular country. You will even find that during the summer it is also the low tourist season. Therefore, you will experience fewer crowds at all the major sites. And for these reasons, we had to prepare a small article. Here, Cusco Peru Travel will give you some tips on what to visit in Peru during the summer. Get to know the best places to spend the summer in the mystical Andean country.

Everything you need to know about summer in Peru

THE SUMMER SEASON IN PERU

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Peru is a country with three different regions. So the weather can be different from place to place. But summer in Peru takes place from December to March. Consequently, in coastal and lowland areas, you can expect warm weather. Within desert areas, the climate will be warm, if not hot. In the mountains and the south of the country, it is considered the rainy season. So expect to find cold and wet weather. While in the jungle region of Peru the climate will be hot and very sticky. But you can also expect some rainfalls, so you will get some relief from the heat. But the weather has to be the last thing you’re thinking about. Because no matter when you decide to visit Peru, the country will be available all year long. With so many attractions and natural landscapes, be sure to enjoy this magical place. You will have endless tours in Peru to enjoy during the magical summer.

THE PERUVIAN COAST

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Let’s start with the coastal strip of Peru. In this spectacular country, we have 1200 miles of coastline. So, as you can imagine there are plenty of beaches from which to choose. Peru is not generally known for its beaches, but it is one of the best countries to enjoy surfing. Surfing in Peru is one of the most popular water activities. You will be able to see the practice of this sport in Lima and other coastal cities. For example in the Peruvian north, we can find some great beaches for surfing. Such as the following:

 

  • HUANCHACO BEACH: Starting from the north, Huanchaco Beach is a great way to start a Peruvian beaches tour. This beach features traditional reed boats used by the local people for fishing and the beach is just outside of Trujillo. Besides, the beach is approximately 14 km from Trujillo City, and you will spend 35 minutes in a car.
  • CHICAMA BEACH: Just north of Trujillo is Chicama Beach. This beach has the longest wave in the world. Moreover, it attracts many surfers in the summer. Also, on this beach have been carried a lot of surf championships. The beaches of the north of Peru are among the best in South America.
  • MANCORA BEACH: The beach at the top of the country is Mancora. It is a popular spot for tourists and Peruvians alike, always crowded in the summer months. For that reason, we suggest you be sure to book ahead.

THINGS TO DO IN PERU DURING THE SUMMER

VISIT LIMA

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The capital of Peru is Lima or “The City of Kings”, it is one of the best destinations to enjoy summer in Peru. As in other destinations, the summer months run from December to March. During this season, the city is full of sunshine and the weather is warm. It is the perfect place to spend a few days. The City of Kings is also famous for its cuisine. If you were looking for reasons to visit Peru, Lima’s unique gastronomy is a very good one. Take a culinary journey in Lima, Peru to delight the palate. Miraflores is a beautiful district where you will find some of the best restaurants in Lima. You will also have the opportunity to taste the fusion cuisine that is famous in Lima.

Downtown Lima offers some of the most beautiful buildings in South America. You can also choose to take a city tour. Be sure to look for the balconies that are a feature of the city center. Every day at noon, you can witness the changing of the guard at the Presidential Palace. And not far from the main square is the church of San Francisco. This is well worth a visit to see the catacombs and the wonderful old Spanish library.

VISIT THE NAZCA LINES

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A trip from the south of Lima to the desert city of Nazca is something that deserves to be done. It is about 447 km long, which means that you will spend some time observing many beautiful landscapes. The main attraction of the city of Nazca is the famous and mysterious Nazca Lines. Some researchers claim that the figures were created between 200 BC. C. and 100 d.

These were made by the ancient Nazca culture, whose history can be better known in the museums and surrounding sites. These beautiful geoglyphs are one of the main appeals. And the figures you will see are spiders, monkeys, lizards, and other anthropomorphic figures. The dry desert climate helps preserve these important figures. Don’t worry about the Peru trip cost, just make sure you enjoy a flight over these beautiful geoglyphs.

VISIT AREQUIPA

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Travel further south and you will reach the second most important city in Peru, Arequipa. Arequipa is also known as “The White City”. This is due to its impressive and characteristic architecture made with volcanic stone. Most of the historic center and its buildings have this uniqueness. The city has many attractions worth visiting, including the Santa Catalina Convent. This convent is a city unto itself. You can take a guided tour by one of the resident nuns. Besides, “The White City” is charming and striking for its unique climate, always warm and dry. If you have an adventurous spirit, you can enjoy hiking in the Colca Valley. This is a few hours away and has one of the deepest canyons in the world.

VISIT CUSCO

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Moving inland, you will leave the warm weather behind. As you travel to the highlands of Peru, the climate will change. The city of Cusco in the summer months is generally humid. Although it doesn’t rain all day, the weather is usually rainy. There are sunny breaks during the day so you can get out of the house. This magical city is a mandatory stop, especially if you are looking to enjoy luxury holidays in Peru. Even if you are looking to visit Machu Picchu, you will have to go through the city. Cusco was the capital of the Inca Empire, which means that it is full of archaeological sites and wonderful Inca treasures. There is so much to see and you won’t be bored. It is highly recommended that you enjoy a few days in the city.

VISIT THE SACRED VALLEY OF THE INCAS

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Not far from the city of Cusco is the Sacred Valley of the Incas. It is a charming place that has many great Inca archaeological sites such as Chinchero, Moray, Pisac, and Ollantaytambo. Also, this beautiful place is full of traditional picturesque villages. You will be able to know the essence of the wonderful Andean culture in the many places to visit. In addition, some natives said that “the Sacred Valley is protected by the Andes Mountains” that were their Gods. Also, the climate is too different from Cusco. For these reasons, it is worth spending a few days discovering the charming villages of the valley and understanding why some tourists never want to leave it. If you wish, you can also look to stay here as it is located at a lower altitude than Cusco. A great place to relax and acclimatize to the altitude.

VISIT MACHU PICCHU

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A trip to Peru would not be complete without first visiting Machu Picchu. The Inca citadel is at the top of everyone’s list and is a must-see. Travel to Machu Picchu by train or do the famous Inca Trail (a four-day trek). In this, you will find yourself walking up and down the ancient Inca trail until you reach the majestic citadel. Traveler Tip: During the low season, you will see fewer people and avoid the crowds. Therefore, you will have more time and comfort to explore this wonder of the world. Also, the citadel is cheaper within these months. For that reason, we suggest you travel to Cusco and visit Machu Picchu in January.

VISIT THE PERUVIAN AMAZON

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A visit to the Peruvian Amazon will also delight nature lovers. Although temperatures can be hot and very humid, there is always relief with a splash of water. Take the many jungle walks and see the animals and plant life. You will find endless activities to experience the wonderful natural scene. From a wide variety of hiking trails to other more adventurous activities.

Cruise the rivers at night and catch a glimpse of the alligator sleeping on the banks of the river. Peru has two common jungle regions to visit. In the north, there is the Iquitos region, which has many luxury river cruises. The second is the Puerto Maldonado region that has wonderful five-star luxury jungle accommodations for your comfort. Both options are fascinating and offer a lot of adventure activities to experience.

“I LOVE HOW SUMMER JUST WRAPS ITS ARMS AROUND YOU LIKE A WARM BLANKET.”

So take a summer vacation to Peru this year and escape the cold of the northern hemisphere. The advantages will be many and the disadvantages few. Summer in Peru is a magical time to make the most of its different beaches or popular sites. Take the advantage of a less crowded Peru and with its usual wonders at your disposal. We hope together with the experts from Cusco Peru Travel to have been helpful. If you want to know more about our different tours and travel packages, you can consult with our team of advisers. They are qualified to advise you and guide you to fulfill the trip of your dreams.

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