Christmas & New Year Tours in Peru
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- 8/7 Christmas Machu Picchu Peru (Small Group)
- Premium Peru
- Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu (By Rail) 2 days
- 7 Day Andean Experience Through the Living Culture of the Incas
- WONDERS OF PERU - 9 DAYS – CUSCO & PUNO
- 7 Day Inca Jungle Adventure To Machu Picchu with Mountain Bike, Rafting, Zip Line and Trek.
- Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu 5D/4N (Start Trek on Day 2)
- 10 Day Andean Highlights "Machu Picchu & Puno" with Local Flights
- Inca Treasures
- Extraordinary Peru
Ring in Christmas among Peru's treasures, from Lima's Plaza Mayor to Machu Picchu. Holiday highlights include Cusco's Temple of Sun, Sacred Valley markets, and ancient Inca sites. Suitable for families with children aged 3+.
Duration 9 days Destinations Lima, Cusco, Sacred Valley, Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Chinese, Russian Operator ILE Tours From
- NZ$3,463
Premium Peru
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Well organized, guide was amazing! Ollie tailored the trip slightly to meet the needs and desires of the two couples on the trip.”
Deborah, traveled in June
Holiday festivities include pachamanca feasts in Sacred Valley and Christmas activities at Inkaterra Hacienda Concepcion. Peru's traditions come alive through Cusco's illuminated plaza tours and seasonal celebrations at ancient Inca sites.
Duration 9 days Destinations Lima, Puerto Maldonado, Cusco, Ollantaytambo, Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu Age Range Ages 15+ Operator Intrepid Premium From
- NZ$6,685
Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu (By Rail) 2 days
11 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“We had a blast on this tour. We really enjoyed going on this tour with her, and would recommend this overall tour to anyone.”
Sagar, traveled in December
December brings 46 magical departures to Machu Picchu and Sacred Valley. Traditional Peruvian cuisine in Urubamba, Christmas shopping at Pisac market, and comfortable Qoya Palace stays enhance sunrise views at Machu Picchu.
Duration 2 days Destinations Cusco, Pisac, Ollantaytambo, Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Spanish Operator TreXperience From
- NZ$871
7 Day Andean Experience Through the Living Culture of the Incas
86 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The Incan adventure tour is excellent. I got to go to all the sites I was interested in seeing.”
Susan, traveled in June
Christmas morning unfolds at UNESCO site Machu Picchu during sunrise, followed by tours of Sacsayhuaman fortress. Special December departures feature traditional holiday celebrations, with stays at boutique hotels like Ayni Cusco and Golden Sunrise in Aguas Calientes.
Duration 7 days Destinations Cusco, Ollantaytambo, Machu Picchu, Maras, Moray, Chinchero, Pisac Age Range Ages 8+ Operated in English, Spanish Operator Inkayni Peru Tours From $2,272
25% Off- NZ$1,704You save $568
WONDERS OF PERU - 9 DAYS – CUSCO & PUNO
39 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Waham Tours did a wonderful job. They were so accommodating to change the itinerary.”
Karen, traveled in May
Dawn visits to Machu Picchu, Rainbow Mountain treks, and Lake Titicaca cruises mark Christmas in Peru. Ayni Cusco Hotel serves as base for traditional holiday festivities with local families on Amantani Island. Professional guides with 100+ positive reviews lead cultural encounters.
Duration 9 days Destinations Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Rainbow Mountain, Puno, Amantani Island, Chinchero, Maras, Moray, OllantaytamboSee all destinations Age Range Ages 8+ Operated in English, Spanish Operator Waman Adventures From
25% Off- NZ$2,793
7 Day Inca Jungle Adventure To Machu Picchu with Mountain Bike, Rafting, Zip Line and Trek.
85 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“This tour was an amazing alternative to other full on walking treks! The rafting was an amazing experience with gear provided!”
Gregory, traveled in January
Peru's festive season brings unique holiday activities, from traditional hot chocolate in Aguas Calientes to New Year's sunrise at Machu Picchu. Local families share celebrations while illuminated Maras salt mines and seasonal feasts create magical moments.
Duration 7 days Destinations Cusco, Chinchero, Maras, Moray, Santa Maria, Santa Teresa, Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu Age Range Ages 8+ Operated in English, Spanish Operator Inkayni Peru Tours From $1,975
20% Off- NZ$1,580You save $395
Snow-capped peaks guide your Christmas trek from Mollepata (2,900m) to Machu Picchu. Festive camping at Soraypampa (3,920m) features seasonal meals, while New Year's brings ancient ruins exploration. Traditional celebrations and cultural exchanges highlight this holiday itinerary.
Duration 5 days Destinations Cusco, Mollepata, Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu Age Range Ages 10+ Operator Bamba Travel From
20% Off- NZ$1,452
10 Day Andean Highlights "Machu Picchu & Puno" with Local Flights
56 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Guides were knowledgeable and helpful in every way.”
David, traveled in October
Cusco's Cathedral hosts Christmas festivities while Lake Titicaca provides the backdrop for New Year celebrations. Lima's illuminated Plaza Mayor, holiday feasts, and traditional ceremonies create memorable moments. Special holiday homestays with families on Amantani Island add personal touches.
Duration 10 days Destinations Lima, Cusco, Chinchero, Maras, Moray, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Ollantaytambo, Pisac, PunoSee all destinations Age Range Ages 8+ Operated in English, Spanish Operator Inkayni Peru Tours From $3,181
15% Off- NZ$2,704You save $477
Inca Treasures
22 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Always on time, message system, very good. At the end everything work out ok.”
Ximena, traveled in September
Peru unfolds its festive season with 5-star rated LimaTours. Christmas dinner at Café Inkaterra near Machu Picchu, Sacred Valley's holiday markets, and New Year celebrations in historic Cusco await. Premium stays at properties like Jose Antonio Deluxe Lima.
Duration 8 days Destinations Lima, Cusco, Sacred Valley, Chinchero, Ollantaytambo, Machu Picchu, Aguas Calientes Age Range Ages 10+ Operated in English, Spanish Operator LimaTours From $2,142
10% Off- NZ$1,928You save $214
Extraordinary Peru
24 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Elvira knew the history of our destinations. She shared about the Inka and Spanish culture, food and people.”
ADKINS,FON, traveled in March
Lima's illuminated Plaza Mayor and Cusco's holiday markets showcase Peru's festive spirit. Christmas celebrations at Santo Domingo Convent lead to New Year traditions in Sacred Valley villages before Machu Picchu reveals its mysteries.
Duration 6 days Destinations Lima, Cusco, Sacred Valley, Ollantaytambo, Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu Age Range Ages 10+ Operated in English, Spanish Operator LimaTours From $1,766
10% Off- NZ$1,590You save $177
What people love about Christmas & New Year Tours in Peru
It was a great adventure!!! Guido took such a good care of us during the tours of Sacred Valley - Chinchero, Moray - Salt mines and amazing tour of Machu Picchu. Guido was very informative and super detail-oriented. Christiano did also such a great job as our tour guide in Humantay Lake. Anderson - our guide in Rainbow Mountain was very attentive and ready to assist with anything during the tour. In amazing Lake Titikaka , Roger took such a great care of us. Also the drivers - Bernardo, Perci and Garry were very helpfull and attentive, transferring us safely from one place to another. Truly, Tour Radar and Waman Adventures did such a great job and we are very grateful for taking such a good care of us and making possible to experience personally all those magnificent wonders of beautiful Peru. Thank you so much from the bottom of our hearts Best Regards Karla & Artur Musial.
WONDERS OF PERU - 9 DAYS – CUSCO & PUNO
We took a one week family tour of “7 Day Inca Jungle Adventure to Machu Picchu” with Inkayni. I must say we enjoyed every minute of it! The hotels at all locations were clean. The food provided was very tasty. Our guide, Edgar, was excellent and very friendly. He was very responsive to all our needs and made sure we were taken cared of at each of our stops in Peru. And his passion about the history and culture was fascinating. I would recommend this agency and Edgar to everyone planning a trip to Peru.
7 Day Inca Jungle Adventure To Machu Picchu with Mountain Bike, Rafting, Zip Line and Trek.
- 10 Day Andean Highlights "Machu Picchu & Puno" with Local Flights
WOW. Any words would fall short in showing how happy we were with the tour itinerary and especially the tour guide, Percy. The guide was knowledgeable, personable as very friendly. We felt that we had a good friend taking us around and showing awesome aspects of Peru. The places we amazing.
What our customers ask about Christmas & New Year Tours in Peru
What's the weather like in Peru during Christmas & New Year?
The rainy season begins in Peru during December-January with afternoon showers common in Cusco and Machu Picchu regions. Lima experiences mild temperatures between 20-25°C (68-77°F) under predominantly cloudy skies. Higher elevation areas such as Sacred Valley at 3400m see daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) dropping to 5°C (41°F) at night. One TourRadar traveler shares: "The weather during our Christmas visit was actually perfect - cool mornings for hiking Machu Picchu warm afternoons for exploring Cusco and only occasional short rain showers."
What special holiday activities are included in Christmas & New Year tours?
Peru's holiday tours feature traditional Andean Christmas markets at Cusco's San Pedro Market festive Christmas Eve dinners and lively New Year's Eve celebrations in Plaza de Armas. Local hotels such as the Aranwa Cusco Boutique organize special seasonal events. A TourRadar traveler notes: "Our guide arranged for us to participate in local Christmas traditions including a special Pachamanca feast and holiday ceremonies at Sacsayhuamán fortress overlooking Cusco - it was magical seeing the city lit up for the holidays."
How far in advance should I book a Christmas & New Year tour to Peru?
Peru holiday tours require booking 6-8 months ahead due to high seasonal demand. Booking data shows travelers reserve December tours an average of 520 days in advance. Premium lodgings like the Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel fill up early. A TourRadar traveler noted: "We booked our Christmas tour almost a year in advance and were glad we did as many hotels and trains were fully booked closer to the date."
How crowded is Machu Picchu during the Christmas & New Year period?
The holiday season brings peak visitor numbers to Machu Picchu. Early morning visits offer the best experience with fewer crowds. TourRadar travelers note: "Even with the holiday crowds at Machu Picchu our guide timed our visit perfectly entering through the Sun Gate early morning before the main tour groups arrived. The El Mapi Inkaterra hotel's proximity to the site helped us beat the crowds."
What type of accommodation can I expect during Christmas & New Year tours?
Holiday accommodations range from the 5-star Pullman Lima Miraflores to the Aranwa Cusco Boutique and Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel. Each property embraces the festive season with special decorations and events. A TourRadar traveler shares: "The Hilton Garden Inn Cusco was beautifully decorated for Christmas with local holiday touches and special events. The Casa Andina Premium Sacred Valley offered amazing holiday atmosphere with traditional decorations."
How does altitude affect Christmas & New Year tours in Peru?
The significant elevation changes between destinations require careful planning. Cusco sits at 3400m while Machu Picchu rests at 2430m. Select properties like Casa Andina Premium Sacred Valley at 2900m provide oxygen support. A TourRadar traveler suggests: "Take it easy the first few days in Cusco during the holiday season drink coca tea provided at the Tierra Viva hotel and consider starting in Sacred Valley which is lower altitude. The crowds during Christmas made it even more important to pace ourselves."