Cities

Carnival in Cajamarca

Carnival in Cajamarca

Carnival - the exuberant celebration that precedes the Christian observance of Lent - is most closely associated with Brazil, and especially Rio de Janeiro with its famous Sambodromo floats and dancers. Nonetheless, there are carnival festivities throughout Latin America, with Peru being no exception.

Arguably the best-known in Peru is the Carnaval de Cajamarca, a vibrant and colorful festival celebrated in the city of Cajamarca.

Riley & Frankovich - Cusco & Tambopata Review

Riley & Frankovich - Cusco & Tambopata Review

Rochester, NY native, Margaret Riley, took here niece, Jessica, on holiday to Peru as a graduation present in June 2022. Their 10-day itinerary took in:

Here is what they had to say about the experience:

“Our trip to Peru was remarkable.

The Four Emblematic Dances of Peru

The Four Emblematic Dances of Peru

Dance is a fundamental part of Peruvian cultural expression and identity, taking pre-Columbian traditions and combining them with later Hispanic and African influences.

If you are lucky enough to witness one of Peru’s many festivals, you are sure to see locals expressing themselves and their region through dance, just as they have for centuries.

Crozier Family - Tarapoto & Gocta Testimonial

Crozier Family - Tarapoto & Gocta Testimonial

Review from a young US couple living in Lima, who travelled to Northern Peru with their 2-year-old son in July 2021:

“We spent a lovely week traveling from Lima to visit Tarapoto and Cocachimba.

Father José Aldamiz - Amazon Missionary & Aviator

Father José Aldamiz - Amazon Missionary & Aviator
  • The story of the man behind the name of Puerto Maldonado Airport.

  • Spanish-born priest who ministered to the indigenous of Madre de Dios.

  • Became a pilot in order to better serve his parishioners.

6 Best Iquitos Attractions

6 Best Iquitos Attractions

It is said that ‘he who goes to Iquitos alone, returns a father’. The veracity of this saying has yet to be confirmed, but PeruNorth can verify that five days in the largest city in the world not connected to ‘civilization’ by road was nowhere near enough.

Yavari - The Oldest Ship on Lake Titicaca

Yavari - The Oldest Ship on Lake Titicaca

In 1861, the Peruvian government commissioned two ships - the Yavari and the Yapura - to be built in Britain for use on Lake Titicaca.

They were constructed in London, in 2,766 pieces weighing 210 tons in total, shipped to Arica (which is now part of Chile), hauled over the Andes by mule, and put together in Puno.

Don & Mary Lou Liepold - 50th Wedding Anniversary in Peru Overview

Don & Mary Lou Liepold - 50th Wedding Anniversary in Peru Overview

PERU - Trip of a Lifetime
JANUARY 9-25, 2020

Travelers: Don and Mary Lou Liepold from Wisconsin
Occasion: 50th Wedding Anniversary
Background: After a tremendous amount of research, we decided to take a trip to Peru for our 50th Wedding Anniversary.

Leighton & Dillon - Delfin III Review

Leighton & Dillon - Delfin III Review
  • Read a review of a 5-day Amazon River cruise on the luxurious Delfin III.

  • US couple Michelle Leighton & Rodger Dillon, now based in Switzerland.

  • Travelled in January, 2020 during high-water season in Amazonia.

“We very much enjoyed the Delfin cruise, the sites, the excursions, and the people we met.

Walking Tour of Colonial Arequipa

Walking Tour of Colonial Arequipa
  • A self-guided walk through Arequipa’s splendid Colonial centre.

  • 3 km (2 mile) route takes roughly 1.5 hours (not including site visits).

  • Starting at Plaza de Armas & taking in various churches, mansions & museums.

Olde-Heuvel & Velasquez - Tarapoto & Cocachimba Review

Olde-Heuvel & Velasquez - Tarapoto & Cocachimba Review
  • Read thoughts of Dutch-Peruvian couple who visited Northern Peru over New Year.

  • Their itinerary was expanded version of Tarapoto & Gocta trip, with additional nights at Pumarinri Amazon Lodge.

  • Included a short visit to Gotas de Agua, a private dry forest reserve, near Jaen.

“Our trip to Peru was great we enjoyed both of the stays and both of the places, Tarapoto and Cocachimba.

Dallas & Hatchett - Cartagena & Caribbean Review

Dallas & Hatchett - Cartagena & Caribbean Review
  • Regular PeruNorth clients, Elana Dallas & Alastair Hatchett, give their thoughts on a trip to Colombia’s Caribbean coast.

  • Cultural visit to Cartagena, followed by few days at nearby beach resort, Baru.

  • Particular interest in work of Colombian author, Gabriel Garcia Marquez.

“Thank you for another brilliantly organised trip that once again exceeded all our expectations.