Planning a Trip to Peru? Here’s What You Can Expect to Spend

If you’re planning your trip and wondering how much it costs to travel to Peru in 2027, the answer depends on how long you stay, the season, the type of lodging, and the activities you choose. As a benchmark, a two-week trip costs between 1,450 and 2,950 USD per person, not including your international flight. Add the flight and your total budget lands between 1,800 and 4,300 USD, depending on where you’re flying from.

How much does it cost to travel to Peru in 2027?

On average, travelers spend between 80 USD and 150 USD per day on lodging, food, and local transportation. Backpackers can get by on about 35 USD to 60 USD a day, while boutique hotels and chef-driven restaurants push daily spending above 200 USD. Use this table to find your travel style:

International flights to Peru (round trip)

Your international flight is usually the biggest single expense in your budget. Fares change depending on your departure city, the airline, and the season: prices go up from June to August and over the year-end holidays. Here are approximate ranges for a round-trip ticket to Lima in 2027:

Cost of food in Peru

Eating well in Peru doesn’t take a big budget. At markets and local restaurants you’ll find the menú del día, a set lunch with a starter, main course, and drink, for 4 USD to 6 USD. Dinner at a mid-range restaurant runs 15 USD to 30 USD per person, and tasting menus at the best-known restaurants in Lima and Cusco go over 150 USD. For your budget, plan on 18 USD to 35 USD a day if you mix both options.

Price of lodging in Peru in 2027

There are options for every budget. A hostel bed starts at 15 USD per night, a well-located three-star hotel costs 45 USD to 90 USD, and boutique hotels in Cusco, the Sacred Valley, or Miraflores start at 150 USD. During high season, from June to August, prices rise and availability drops, especially in Cusco and Aguas Calientes, so book early.

Average price of domestic flights in Peru

Flying between cities saves you many hours on the road. A one-way flight from Lima to Cusco costs 60 USD to 170 USD, depending on the airline, the fare type, and how far in advance you book. Low-cost airlines offer attractive fares but charge extra for checked bags and seat selection, so check what your ticket includes before you pay.

Cost of transportation in Peru

For long distances, intercity buses are a comfortable and affordable option: a trip from Lima to Arequipa or from Cusco to Puno costs 15 USD to 60 USD, depending on the bus company and seat type. Within cities, a ride-hailing app or a registered taxi costs 3 USD to 10 USD per trip, and the transfer from Lima’s airport to Miraflores runs about 15 USD to 25 USD.

How much does it cost to visit Machu Picchu in 2027?

Machu Picchu is the biggest line item in your budget, because the entrance ticket comes with the train, the shuttle bus up to the site, and a guide. Since May 2027, admission for a foreign adult costs 163 soles, about 48 USD, which includes an additional fee for conserving the sanctuary. The official 2027 rate hasn’t been published yet, so this table uses approximate prices:

Peru’s Ministry of Culture has been adjusting the ticket sales system, so buy your entrance ticket early and check the current conditions before you pay. If you’d rather not deal with the logistics, a Machu Picchu tour with a local agency bundles the ticket, train, bus, and guide into a single booking.

Price of a 5-day Cusco travel package

A 5-day Cusco package usually includes lodging, transfers, a city tour, the Sacred Valley, and Machu Picchu with train, entrance ticket, and guide. In 2027, prices range from 650 USD to 1,100 USD per person, depending on the hotel category and train class. Booking everything together usually costs less than reserving each service separately and keeps you from getting shut out during high season. Since Cusco sits at 3,399 m (11,152 ft) above sea level, keep the afternoon you arrive free to acclimatize before your excursions.

Total budget for a two-week trip to Peru

Adding it all up, here’s the approximate per-person budget for a 14-day trip that combines Lima, Cusco, Machu Picchu, and one more destination such as Arequipa or Lake Titicaca:

Tips to save money on your Peru trip

• Travel in April, May, September, or October: there’s less rain than in the Andean rainy season and prices are lower than in July.
• Book your Machu Picchu ticket and train early, because spots sell out and last-minute fares are higher.
• Have the menú del día for lunch at local restaurants and save special dinners for one or two nights.
• Carry soles in cash for markets, taxis, and tips, since rural areas don’t always accept cards.

Frequently asked questions about the cost of traveling to Peru

How much money do I need for 10 days in Peru?

Not counting your international flight, plan on 1,100 USD to 2,200 USD per person if you include Machu Picchu. Traveling backpacker-style without organized tours, you can do it for about 750 USD.

What is the cheapest time to travel to Peru?

Hotel and tour prices drop from January to March. Keep in mind that it’s the rainy season in Cusco and the Inca Trail closes in February for maintenance.

Is it better to pay in dollars or soles?

Hotels and travel agencies accept dollars, but soles work better at restaurants, markets, and on local transportation. Exchange money at authorized exchange offices or withdraw cash from bank ATMs.

With these figures, you have a solid starting point for your 2027 budget. If you’d like an exact quote for your dates, our team can put together a custom Cusco and Machu Picchu itinerary for you.