Tours to visit with the family
Peru offers various alternatives for all types of travelers: the adventurer, the elderly, children and the whole family. Families find it pleasant to explore natural landscapes of great beauty but that getting there does not require intense physical effort. In Cusco, for example, there are destinations for all ages, such as: the Sacred Valley of the Incas, the South Valley, the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu and the famous Inti Raymi ceremony.
Family tours that include Machu Picchu
Machu Picchu is the great tourist attraction that Peru offers. The Inca citadel is a destination that can be visited by the whole family: from children to adults and seniors. Everyone can enjoy its history, landscapes and nature. Find out about the tours offered by the ‘Wonder of the World’ for the whole family.
Family tours with amazing scenery
Cusco offers one of the most amazing landscapes in Peru. The vast Andean region of Cusco allows you to get incredible photos, such as the circular platforms of Moray, the Salineras de Maras, Chinchero, Pisac or Ollantaytambo. Children can also enjoy the Abode of the Gods, a new tourist option in Cusco.
Family tours with the best of Peru
Peru offers many tourist options such as Cusco, the Colca Canyon in Arequipa, the Paracas spa in Ica, Lake Titicaca in Puno or the historic city of the kings of Lima. All these tourist destinations can be included in a tour next to the Sacred Valley of the Incas in Cusco. Everyone can be visited as a family!
Tour prices to visit as a family
The best option to travel as a family is to do it within an all-inclusive tour. Thus, queues, extra payments and other inconveniences are avoided. Learn about the best options and prices for family tours in Cusco and Peru.
Basic information on the main regions and tourist destinations in Peru
Peru is one of the best tourist destinations in South America. In the country there is everything: from beaches, deserts, valleys, Andean mountains, high jungles, Amazon and more. Find out about the best tourist destinations on the trip to Peru.
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| Region | Main tourist attractions |
| Cusco | Machu Picchu, Sacred Valley, city of Cusco. |
| Lima | City of Lima, Pachacamac and Caral. |
| Ica | Paracas, Huacachina, Nazca lines. |
| Arequipa | Colca Canyon and Arequipa city. |
| Puno | Lake Titicaca (islands of Taquile, Uros, Amantani). |
| Puerto Maldonado | Tambopata and the Manu. |
| Ancash | Nevado Huascarán, lagoon 69, Chavín de Huántar. |
| La Libertad | Chan Chan, the Huaca del Sol, Huanchaco beach. |
| Lambayeque | Museum of the Lord of Sipan, Pimentel beach. |
| Piura | Beaches of Máncora, Vichayito, Colán, Los Órganos. |
| Loreto | Community of the Boras and the Amazon jungle. |
| Amazon | Kuelap |
| San Martín | Ahuashiyacu Waterfall, Blue Lagoon. |
All the activities you can do as a family!
Whether in Machu Picchu, Cusco or Peru, the visitor will be able to carry out innumerable tourist activities. From tours of historical places to natural landscapes of astonishing beauty. Learn about everything you can do as a family in Peru.
- Archaeological Sites – Peru has a history that goes back more than 6 thousand years. From Caral, the oldest civilization in America to the Inca Empire, the largest on the continent. Today the country has important archaeological sites with a lot of history.
- Peoples and culture – During the viceroyalty, the Spanish created the so-called ‘Indian reductions’. Over time these became important towns with a lot of tradition and culture. Today in Peru you can learn about the history of its people through its towns.
- Incredible Landscapes – The incredible and diverse geography of Peru allows you to appreciate landscapes such as the Colca Canyon, the Huacachina Oasis, the Rainbow Mountain, the Amazon and more. These landscapes, so different from each other, can be seen in a single country.
- Good tourist services – Tourism in Peru grows every year. This also increases the quality of the different tourist services, such as hotels, restaurants, cafes, airports, land ports and more.
The Cusco City Tour and all the tourist attractions it includes!
Cusco is one of the most visited destinations by tourists in the world. In this video we inform you about one of the main options you can do, the City Tour Cusco. All tour destinations are very close to the Imperial City, making it ideal for acclimatizing with short walks and learning about the valuable history that Cusco hides.
What services should a tour for the whole family include?
Definitely the best way to travel as a family is to go with an all-inclusive tour that offers you security at every moment of the trip. Each tour may vary according to its characteristics. However, most must include at least: pick up from the hotel, full round trip transportation, professional tour guide and entrance fees to all tourist attractions to visit.
- Pick up from the tourist’s hotel.
- Full tourist transportation (round trip).
- Entrance to all tourist attractions to visit.
- Professional tour guide (in Spanish and English).
- Final transfer to the tourist’s hotel.
- Tourist hotel (in tours of more than 1 day).
Tourist destinations to visit as a family in Cusco
Cusco is a tourist destination with many alternatives to visit with the family. These destinations offer cultural routes that show the tradition of the people of Cusco. It also allows you to enjoy delicious dishes of Cusco gastronomy. Finally, they allow you to discover places with a lot of history and incredible Andean landscapes. And the best thing is that it guarantees a safe trip for the whole family.
Machu Picchu, wonder of the world
Machu Picchu is the best tourist attraction in Cusco and Peru. The route there is safe as it includes a section by train through beautiful landscapes. The Machu Picchu excursion also offers a safe tour…
The Inti Raymi ceremony
The Inti Raymi ceremony is celebrated in the city of Cusco every June 24 with an immense staging of the Inca ceremony of Wawa Inti Raymi. This takes place in three settings: the esplanade…
The South Valley of Cusco
The South Valley of Cusco is a geographical area southeast of the city of Cusco that has various tourist attractions to visit, such as: the archaeological site of Tipón, the archaeological site of Piquillacta and the church…
The Sacred Valley of the Incas
The Sacred Valley of the Incas was very important to the Incas because of its fertile lands where they mainly cultivated corn. There, in addition, they built beautiful citadels whose Inca constructions survive…
Cusco City Tour
The city of Cusco was the capital of the Inca empire. Therefore there you can see Inca buildings of great historical value. The City Tour Cusco allows you to see the most important Inca and colonial temples…
Town of Aguas Calientes
The town of Aguas Calientes is also called ‘Machu Picchu town’ due to its proximity to the Inca citadel (it is located only 10 kilometers away by road). It is famous for its thermal baths, its stone sculptures, its waterfalls…
Questions and answers about family travel in Cusco and Peru
Peru is a recommended destination to be visited with the family. From its tourist services to its tourist attractions, as amazing as Machu Picchu, Lima, Arequipa, Lake Titicaca and more. However, there are still doubts among visitors who want to visit these destinations. Find out the frequently asked questions about family trips to Cusco and Peru.
Which is the best tour in Cusco to go with the family?
The 2-day ‘Sacred Valley + Machu Picchu’ tour is an excellent option for families to enjoy two of the best tourist destinations in Cusco. The tour is all-inclusive: pick up, transportation, entrance fees, buffet lunch, guide, hotel, and more.
Can I do the tour to the Rainbow Mountain as a family?
The Vinicunca, also called Montaña 7 Colores, is a tourist destination that is more than 5 thousand meters above sea level. Therefore, it is not recommended to go with children or the elderly, especially if they have a heart condition. If you go, it is preferable that the children are over 8 years old and like walks and adventures.
Is the Inca Trail recommended for children?
Everyone can do the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. However, children must like hiking and be at least 8 years old to better enjoy the adventure. A good option is to take the 2-day Inca Trail tour, less intense for children.
Is Lima a safe city to visit as a family?
Lima is one of the largest cities in South America with approximately 8.5 million inhabitants. It is an insecure city, especially in its peripheries. Most tourists make their visit in the tourist district of Miraflores, where there is much more security and there are usually no robberies.
Are there discounts in Machu Picchu for children?
Yes, in Machu Picchu those under 18 years of age have discounts on the entrance price. Children under 3 years of age enter free accompanied by their father or mother.
Can older adults visit Cusco?
Yes, Cusco is a city suitable for everyone. It is located at 3,399 meters above sea level, which usually in the first two days of visiting tourists can suffer from ‘altitude sickness’. Symptoms are usually fatigue, nausea, insomnia. These usually disappear on the first or second day, when the organism adapts to the Cusco altitude.
Is Peru cheap to go as a family?
Peru is a country that can be expensive or cheap depending on the type of trip that the tourist decides to have. Food and lodging prices may be the cheapest.
Can children visit Huayna Picchu in Machu Picchu?
No, the famous Huayna Picchu mountain is inside Machu Picchu and offers a hike of almost 2 hours to the top of the Inca citadel. The entrance to this mountain is only allowed to visitors older than 12 years.
Is visiting Machu Picchu recommended for everyone?
Yes, Machu Picchu is a recommended destination for everyone, both children and seniors. The Inca citadel includes a tour of several steps. Therefore, if you come in a wheelchair, you will need the help of at least two people.
Which tourist destinations in Peru can be visited as a family?
Peru is a country that can be visited by the whole family. Among its most recommended tourist destinations for adults and children are: Machu Picchu, the Colca Canyon, Miraflores, the Sacred Valley of the Incas, Paracas, Máncora, the Amazon and more.