Experience Inca history, stunning Andean landscapes and contemporary Peruvian culture
Our bespoke, privately guided Peru family tours will take you on an incredible journey through some of South America’s most breathtaking scenery.
Getting to grips with the fascinating Inca Empire is a highlight for travellers of all ages. No family hiking trip to Peru would be complete without experiencing the mighty Machu Picchu citadel. Perched high among mist-shrouded cloud forests, it’s a remarkable example of Inca architecture and a window into the past.
To reach here, take a luxury train journey from the Sacred Valley or Cusco. These two cultural hubs are packed with family-friendly experiences, such as cooking classes, mountain biking and white water rafting on the Urubamba River. And there are many more ancient ruins to explore too.
You can also explore the depths of the Amazon rainforest while staying in a luxury lodge complete with canopy walks, lookout towers and nighttime nature hikes. There are high Andean explorations with boat trips to floating reed islands at Lake Titicaca and chances to watch soaring condors at the Colca Canyon. The capital, Lima offers city tours, museums and market visits.
Our Peru travel designers have years of experience in crafting tailor-made family trips to Peru. They will put together an itinerary based on your interests, including the best experiences and superb service every step of the way.
Experiences picked by our destination specialists
Climb Huayna Picchu at dawn
Take a private tour of the incredible Machu Picchu with an early morning climb of Huayna Picchu
Puzzle through Cusco's hidden lanes
Go on a treasure hunt around the pretty Andean city of Cusco, discovering it hidden lanes and secret nooks
Sail to the floating islands of Lake Titicaca
Sail across Lake Titicaca on small boats, stopping to visit floating reed islands
Search for pink dolphins in the Amazon
Delve deep into the Amazon searching for pink dolphins and slow moving slothes
Make chocolate in Cusco
Learn how to make Peruvian chocolate in Cusco, and then savour what you’ve produced
Ride a luxury train through the Sacred Valley
Wind your way through the Sacred Valley on a luxury train while taking in the stunning scenery
A word from one of our experts
Peru is a fantastic family destination, there’s so much to do and see and it's simple and easy to move around, which I can testify to having taken my own family to visit many times. Our guides in Peru are incredible, they can tailor tours and excursions to suit all ages. The ancient Incan history is really captivating for children (and adults). Peru is definitely an unforgettable and magical destination.
Senior Travel Designer
Luxury accommodation in Peru
There are some incredible places to stay on your Peru family tour. Here are some of our favourites, handpicked by our travel designers:
Why book with Jacada?
Family expertise
We offer extensive knowledge and years of expertise in crafting family trips for all generations. Some of our travel designers have first-hand experience of travelling with their own families, providing invaluable tips and advice based on their own travels.
Tailored experiences
To ensure every family member’s passions and wishes are fulfilled, each trip we plan is tailored for families of all ages. Led by trusted guides, activities will captivate your family’s interests, while respecting the landscapes and communities you visit.
Perfect planning
Balancing activity and relaxation is key to a successful family trip. Keeping everyone engaged matters, and so does finding time to unwind. We know how to strike the perfect balance between adventure and downtime, and the best destinations to enjoy both.
Trip inspiration
Get inspired with our Peru example trips and then get in touch to plan your own adventure
Where to go
Arequipa
Built mostly from white volcanic rock, the ‘white city’ has panoramic views of the majestic Andes mountains. Be sure to visit the Santa Catalina Convent, and wander its winding, atmospheric alley ways.
Ausangate Trekking
Walk in the footsteps of Peru’s ancient civilisations across ever-changing landscapes until you reach the mighty Ausugate mountain. Known as rainbow mountain due to its unusual colourful, striped clay earth.
Chachapoyas
Chachapoyas, or the ‘Warriors of the Clouds’ as they were once known, lived high up in the Andean cloud forests. Today you can discover the fascinating Kuelap fortress, famous for its circular architecture.
Choquequirao
Venture off the beaten track for a taste of the Incan Empire away from the crowds. Meaning ‘Cradle of Gold’ in Quechuan it’s thought to be an Ican religious centre.
Colca Canyon
Deeper than the Grand Canyon and home to the mighty Andean Condor. The region is steeped in ancient culture and peppered with traditional villages.
Cusco
A charming, quaint city with an exceptionally rich and diverse history. Wander cobbled lanes, visit the imposing cathedral and sit back and relax on a terrace overlooking the bustling Plaza de Armas.
Lake Titicaca
The world's highest navigable lake, where azure waters seem to touch the cloudless sky. Meet locals who live on reed islands and birdwatch as evening sets in, before retiring to your lakeside hotel.
Lares Trail
With high passes and incan steps to descend, the Lares trek can be challenging. However, coupled with the beauty of the Sacred Valley and the many meaningful cultural connections to be had - it’s one of our favourite routes.
Lima
Cosmopolitan Lima is the place to be for gourmet food, energetic markets, great hotels and captivating sightseeing. Pay a visit to the Larco Museum for an oasis of calm within charming, colourful gardens.
Luxury train journeys in Peru
Peru’s fleet of stylish trains are the perfect way to explore the country; from Machu Picchu and Cusco, across to the vast waters of Lake Titicaca and then onto the high Andes for Arequipa and the Colca Canyon.
Machu Picchu
Ancient Incan ruins, perched high in the cloud forest and only accessible by train or on foot. These impressive ruins give visitors a fascinating insight into the Incan Empire.
Manu Amazon Biosphere
Considered one of Latin America’s most important natural wildernesses. Crammed with over 1000 species of bird, 200 species of mammal and tens of thousands of flowering plants.
Northern Peru Amazon Cruises
Cruise down the rivers and waterways of the mighty Peruvian Amazon. Keep a lookout for pink dolphins and flocks of rawkus scarlet macaws.
Paracas and Nazca
Delve into the mystery of the Nazca lines before soaking up the natural wonders of the Ballestas Islands. Adventure on speed boat from Paracas and uncover Peru's answer to the Galapagos Islands.
Sacred Valley
Steeped in history and ancient ruins. A place for adventurers who want to hike, bike or horse ride across winding village tracks with the imposing Andes mountains all around.
Salkantay - Lodge to Lodge
An epic 7 day trek across Peru’s breathtaking landscapes; pass by glaciers, fields of otherworldly boulders shrouded in fog, lush wooded areas, intriguing archeological sites and charming traditional villages.
Southern Peruvian Amazon
Home to the pristine Tambopata National Reserve, this is a wildlife lover's dream. Uncover nocturnal creatures on night time walks and visit tree top lookouts and canopy walkways.
The Inca Trail
A beautiful trail across the Andes ending at Machu Picchu’s Sun Gate, before the site has opened to the public and just as the sun rises. The mists clear and reveal the wondrous ancient ruins.
The Northern Beaches
Where the arid desert landscapes of Northern Peru meet the Pacific Ocean you’ll find a collection of chic beach hangouts and a paradise for surfers and kitesurfers.
Trujillo and Chiclayo
The impressive pre-Columbian archaeological sites in this region are not to be missed. Vast adobe complexes and ornate pyramids, tombs and several engaging museums.
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When to visit
Peru is very much a year-round destination. We suggest avoiding the peak of the rainy season, which is February. Visitors in May through to September will enjoy the dry winter season, which is the best time to visit Machu Picchu and enjoy some of the incredible treks Peru has to offer.
Machu Picchu and Sacred Valley
May - October (and year round)
Inca Trail
June - August
Peruvian Coast
November – May
Amazon Cruises
November - May
Peru travel guides
Plan your family trip to Peru
Whatever you want from your family adventure in Peru, our team of expert travel designers are ready to help.
Don't take our word for it
Your trip, your story
We craft trips deeply personal, delightfully surprising and entirely one of a kind. Every Jacada journey begins in conversation with a travel designer, a specialist in their destination of expertise. Behind each journey is a wealth of insight, gathered over years of on-the-ground exploration.
Once you’re booked, you’ll meet your concierge. Based in the region you’re visiting, they’ll take care of all the details so your mind is at rest. They make the trip truly special – and truly yours.
