Lima

We advise spending 2 days in Lima. You can experience Peruvian cuisine, explore fascinating museums, and tour Lima’s finest attractions. Those with more spirit might partake in daring pursuits like paragliding above Lima’s skyline or surfing.

Lima may be visited all year round, although the summer (December to March) offers the clearest skies, the hottest temperatures, and the most breathtaking sunsets. Although Lima experiences high humidity and gloomy skies in the winter (June to September), these are the ideal months to explore Machu Picchu.

It takes a few different forms of transportation and a night in a hotel to get from Lima to Machu Picchu. Initially, it will take 1.5 hours to fly from Lima to Cusco. Before visiting Machu Picchu, it is strongly advised to spend at least 24 hours getting used to the altitude in Cusco or the Sacred Valley.

The most common route is by car from Cusco to Ollantaytambo train station (1h 40min) and then by train to Aguas Calientes (1h 45min), the base of the mountain where the Machu Picchu fortress is located. You can get to Machu Picchu’s main entrance via shuttle bus in twenty minutes from the mountain’s base.

In Lima, there are numerous ways to exchange currency. Banks, currency exchange offices, and licensed money changers are all places where you can convert currencies. To avoid being duped by fake currency, it is advised to use banks or authorized money changers.

In Lima, there are several ATMs where you can withdraw cash using a debit or credit card that was provided by your bank. To prevent any problems with your card being blocked due to suspicious behavior, it is advised to let your bank know in advance about your vacation intentions.

Also, a lot of Peruvian ATMs have a fee for international withdrawals, so it is a good idea to ask your bank if there are any additional costs associated with using an ATM abroad. Furthermore, you should be aware that certain smaller stores in Peru could not accept credit or debit cards, so you should bring some cash with you.

Like any major city, Lima has its share of security issues, so it’s crucial to take preventative measures to keep secure. Nonetheless, Lima may be a pretty safe destination if the proper security measures are taken.

Street crime like pickpocketing and stealing, especially in tourist areas, as well as other sections of the city notorious for greater levels of crime are some of the safety concerns in Lima. Using public transportation should also be done with caution, especially at night.

It is advised to take the following safety measures in Lima:
-Keep expensive items like jewelry, cameras, and smartphones hidden when you are out in public.
-Keep an eye on your surroundings and remain vigilant, particularly in crowded places.
-Utilize licensed taxis or ride-sharing apps, especially late at night.
-Take care when out on your own at night, especially in strange places.
-Only use the ATMs inside of banks or retail establishments to withdraw money.
-Watch your possessions carefully, especially in crowded areas.
-While consuming food or beverages from strangers, use caution.