1. Is it safe to travel to Peru?

Yes! While there are certain areas of the country that may pose risks due to civil unrest or other factors like crime rates; overall, traveling throughout much of Peru is considered very safe for tourists. Use common sense – stay aware of surroundings in crowded tourist destinations such as Lima and be cautious at night.

2. Do I need vaccinations before going to Peru?

Medical professionals recommend standard vaccines like MMR (Measles-Mumps-Rubella), Tetanus-diphtheria-pertussis vaccine etc along with typhoid shots for adventourous travellers who are likely they'll be exposed while travelling through rural areas where hygiene standards might not be good enough

3. What documents do I need in order to enter Peru?

US citizens need only bring their passport which must be valid at least 6 months after entry into the country.

4. Is it better to exchange money ahead of time or build local currency there using ATM's?

We advise against building up large cash balances because petty thefts exist here similar elsewhere in world so use larger sums infrequently once exchanged rather than retaining quantities on yourself at all times . Exchanging money ahead usually result better rates than one gets locally but ATM fees vary by bank if withdrawing significant amounts(carry a second card from another…

5.What should I wear when visiting Machu Picchu?

While temperatures can vary depending upon altitude fluctuations throughout day so layers are key(warm clothes) during peak seasons(June-August) temperatures more predictable with bright sunshine throughout.

6. What is the best time to visit Machu Picchu?

Peak season runs from June through August, but April and May are ideal months for visiting as well due to mild weather and fewer crowds; however it does tend be wetter than other times. Less crowded off-season months includes October–November period that also provides a beautiful Andean Spring experience before the rainy summer kicks in December - February (the drier…

7.What are some popular foods in Peru?

Peruvian cuisine is diverse reflecting many cultures represented. Foodies will love ceviche raw marinated seafood dish which has become popular worldwide . Other local favorites include chifa rice dishes-peruvian take on chinese food-and anticuchos skewered grilled beef hearts.

8.How should I communicate while in Peru if I don't speak Spanish fluently?

English is commonly spoken among tourist destinations, know few spanish greetings(conversational style) and key phrases like where's bathroom or how much costs etc can widen communication range*.