Peru Cultural Tours & Activities

Embark on an inspiring journey with Impactful Travel’s Cultural Tours in Peru. Immerse yourself in museums, engage with local communities, uncover archaeological gems, savor authentic cuisine, challenge yourself with treks, explore jungles, or nurture your creativity through art workshops. Discover the rich tapestry of Peruvian culture!

Find out more about Peru’s culture and how to get the best possible insight in our Cultural Travel Style Guide.

You might also want to explore our culinary tours to sample the local flavors during your trip to Peru or focus on community-based tourism. We even have a whole category focusing on City Tours and Impactful Urban Experiences in Peru! You’ll be surprised about the original tours we offer in Peru’s urban areas. 

Looking for something in particular? You can search all our Peru tours, or feel free to get in touch if you can’t find what you’re hoping to do in Peru!

 

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You can never miss the chicha morada | Responsible Travel Peru
An original and exquisite city tour!

Arequipa Tasting and Historical Tour

6 Hours
Availability : All year round
Arequipa
Walk the ancient muleteer routes to value the past and appreciate the present. Visit a traditional restaurant and get off the beaten path!
FromUSD$50
Not a staged show!

The Faces of Peru – a Photographic experience

11 Hours
Availability : All year round
Cusco
Experience one "patch" of the rich tapestry of Peru's Andean communities on our immersive tour from Cusco. Discover ancient traditions, breathtaking landscapes, and the warm hospitality of the […]
FromUSD$230
Upon arrival in Patacancha, you will be welcomed by the inhabitants with great cordiality and joy.
Wool-tastic experience!

Patacancha Weaving Experience

7 Hours
Availability : All year round
Cusco
Visit the Patacancha community and learn to spin, dye and weave wool. Create unique pieces with the local artisans in a personalized way!
FromUSD$160
An offering will be given to Mother Earth to express our thankfulness for life, nature, and all that we have.
Spiritual Inca ceremonies

Spiritual Ceremony Experience in Cusco’s Mountains

4 Hours
Availability : All year round
Cusco
Bring back the balance into your life with the guidance from an authentic Paqo Andean Shaman from the Apaza Family lineage of the Qeros community.
FromUSD$180
Kené designs cover even the houses from the community
Exploring Cantagallo

A Journey into Peru’s First Indigenous Urban Community

5 Hours
Availability : All year round
Lima
Visit the first indigenous urban community in Peru! And learn about their Amazonian culture, knowledge of arts and craft techniques.
FromUSD$80
Ceviche served in wine glass - RESPONSible Travel Peru
Calling all foodies for a feast!

Typical Peruvian Food Tour in Artsy Barranco

4 Hours
Availability : All Year Round
Lima
Ceviche and Lomo Saltado are on the menu of this typical Peruvian food tour! In addition you'll visit the main street art exhibitions in bohemian Barranco.
FromUSD$89
Colonial architecture carved details in Sillar stone in Arequipa
Discover the white city

Arequipa Walking Tour

2,5 Hours
Availability : All year round
Arequipa, Plaza de Armas
Get to know Arequipa with our lovely guide Caroline who will make sure you see everything and have a laugh!
FromUSD$20
The always charming streets of Ollantaytambo
Improve your travel pictures!

Photography in the Streets of Ollantaytambo

2 Hours
Availability : All year through
Ollantaytambo
Roam the streets of Ollantaytambo in the Sacred Valley while acquiring new photography skills you can apply directly during your trip!
FromUSD$80
Llamas grouped next to hut in beautiful mountain location
Visit an Andean Shepherd's house

Authentic Sacred Valley Experience with Llamas and Pachamanca

8 Hours
Availability : All year round
Urubamba
Get to feel the spirit of the mountains in the Sacred Valley, while exploring their beauty accompanied by a group of llamas.
FromUSD$95
A young smily couple showing their baby breads - RESPONSible Travel Peru
Activities a la carte!

Hanaq Wasi – Short Immersion in Traditional Andean Culture

4.5 Hours
Availability : All year round
Cusco
A quick but fun and interactive way to learn about the Andean culture and traditions, through experiential workshops, in which you create with your own hands.
FromUSD$82
Woman and man picking up tea leaves
Not everything is about coffee

The Peruvian Tea Experience

3 Hours
Availability : April-December
Cusco
You will experience agrotourism in a hands-on fashion, learning how peruvian tea is processed and produced.
FromUSD$16
Three llamas and hikers among cropfields in the Sacred Valley of Cusco
a "furry" unique experience

Inca Road to Huchuy Qosqo with Llamas

8-9 Hours
Availability : All year round (Apr-Dec preferably)
Lamay
Hiking with llamas through the beautiful landscapes will take you back to Inca times, especially when arriving at the beautiful and well-preserved archeaological site.
FromUSD$130

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Hummingbird in Jardines de Mandor - Machu Picchu
The most varied!

The Route of Goodies to Machu Picchu

4 days, 3 nights
Availability : April-December
Cusco or Ollantaytambo
Enjoy the parallel attractions on the road to Machu Picchu. A slow travel proposal to stop at our favorite places and stay longer with the region's people.
FromUSD$540
The Gocta falls (Chachapoyas) from a distance. Sustainable tourism in Peru with RESPONSible Travel Peru
Meet the "other" Peru

Exploring Northern Peru’s Spectacular Wonders

25 Days, 24 Nights
Availability : All year
Lima
Embark on an extraordinary journey to discover the rarely seen wonders of Northern Peru with our impactful expedition
FromUSD$2,700
what a deal!

Quick Cultural Inmersion in San Roque de Cumbaza

3 Days, 2 Nights
Availability : April to November
Tarapoto
Discover the enchanting lifestyle of the locals on this cultural immersion journey
FromUSD$255
your budget choice

The Amazonian Culture of San Roque de Cumbaza and Lamas

3 Days, 2 Nights
Availability : April to November
Tarapoto
Unearth the soul of Amazonian culture in two villages next to Tarapoto
FromUSD$282
and Learn Traditional Crafts!

Connect with the Heart of Amazonian Culture

4 Days, 3 Nights
Availability : April to November
San Martín
Embark on a natural exploration and connect with several families of San Roque de Cumbaza for a truly unique experience.
FromUSD$401
Moray terraces with backlight | RESPONSible Travel Peru
Cusco's Highlights, responsibly

Discovering Cusco: A 4-Day Adventure through Peru’s Cultural Gem

4 Days, 3 Nights
Availability : All year round
Cusco
In 4 days, this tour will take you to the highlights in and around Cusco, not to forget Machu Picchu.
FromUSD$860
Pedestrian hanging bridge over the river towards the Gocta waterfalls
Mindfullness & inner peace

Well-being Retreat for Women in Northern Peru

7 Days, 6 Nights
Availability : April through November
Jaén
Embark on this well-being retreat in Northern Peru with a group of women to practice mindfullness and discover the beauty of the region.
FromUSD$900
Sunrays meeting lagoon and surrounding vegetation - RESPONSible Travel Peru
Hidden gem in the North

Horseback Riding to the Black Pearl of the Chachapoyas – The Condors’ Lagoon

4 Days, 3 Nights
Availability : April throught November
Leymebamba
Discover the Condor Lagoon (black pearl of the Chachapoya), a hidden gem in the midst of the cloudforest in Northern Peru!
FromUSD$559
Another beautiful stretch where the original pavement can still be observed, whilst hiking up from Soledad de Tambo. Hike the Qhapaq Ñan - Great Inca Road | RESPONSible Travel Peru
A unique trek back in time!

Hike the Prettiest Stretch of Qhapaq Ñan in Huaraz

5 Days, 4 Nights
Availability : April through November
Huaraz
Walk in the footsteps of the Incas by exploring part of the Great Inca Trail (Qhapaq Ñan). Few visitors have set foot here so far.
FromUSD$1,120
Man and llamas against the impressive backdrop of the Cordillera Blanca in Northern Peru. | Llama Trek Olleros to Chavin with RESPONSible Travel Peru | Photo by Bjorn Snelders
A spiritual journey through the mountains

Llama Trek in the Cordillera Blanca: Olleros – Chavín

3 Days, 2 Nights
Availability : April-November
Huaraz
Like pre-Inca peoples you will hike on an ancient road of trade and knowledge-exchange route, accompanied by llamas,
FromUSD$270
Alternative Cordillera Blanca Experience

Cordillera Blanca Trek – Vicos to Ishinca

9 Days, 8 Nights
Availability : April-November
Huaraz
Get to know an alternative trek through the Cordillera Blanca far away from the crowds, while meeting a local community as well!
FromUSD$1,070
Hot springs are channeled to man-made pools in Aguas Calientes Lodge, Shituya, Manu | Responsible Travel Peru
The cheapest Manu tour

Manu Community and Wildlife Experience

4 Days, 3 Nights
Availability : April-November
Cusco
Visiting Manu despite being on a budget is made possible in this tour thanks to the use of public transportation!
FromUSD$443

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