Peru Travel Frequently Asked Questions Faqs - Peru Tours Faqs ...

Why going to Perù for vacations?
Perù is a fascinating country and by now is one of the safest throughout America; its people is very welcoming and is inheritor from an extraordinary legacy. Besides, God has provided this country with a natural beautiness which is undoubtly unsurpassed, having almost the 80% from the worldwide variety weather. It is divided in coast, highlands and jungle, whose climatic hues are amazingly diversed.

What`s the best time for visiting this country?
All the year is suitable depending on the region you choose to visit. The coast has a mild weather along the year excepting the winter months that are July, Agust and September, a time in which you just must wear warmer clothes. Concerning the highlands, January, February and March are months from the rainy season and is very recommendable bringing suitable for this type of weather. The jungle has a very rainy season during January, February and March in which the rivers are very heavy because of the extreme raining and so it is not advisable to visit this region on this time.

Where and how do I start booking my tour?
After looking through our website and deciding more or less what destination and type of vacation you feel would suit you best, you may contact us. Take note of the fact that the more detailed your request is, the more detailed our response will be. You may also contact us over the phone at - 051-084-262605

What are the processes involved with creating and booking my tour?
After sending in your request, a member of our reserves area will contact you – usually within 24 hours – with a detailed preliminary itinerary. From this point onwards you will work hand in hand with your respective All Trek Tour Operator. reserves personal, via email and/or telephone, working towards creating a tour vacation package that suits your every need and desire. Please note that you may go back and forward with your Sales Representative as many times as it takes for you to feel comfortable and happy with your prospective vacation. Once you are satisfied with what you and your Sales Representative have put together we will proceed to book your tour and arrange payment.

What is the difference between a Private Tour and a Standar Group Tour?
All Trek offers two different approaches to each of its available tours; Private and Standar Tours. Both are open-dated and are completely adaptable to meet needs and desires. The difference between the two types of tours is that Private Tours include fully private tours and excursions at each stage of your vacation, while Standar Tours include outings and excursions within the smallest possible groups. Please note that these tours are fully customizable and should you wish to select particular tours included within your package in private and others in group, this is completely possible – simply ask your Sales Representative for more information.

How much money should I bring on my trip?
This really depends on the person. Clients are advised to bring as much money with them as they feel comfortable with carrying. All Trek. tours are generally fully inclusive, and extra money is only really needed for the occasional meal - where All Trek. has left this out of the itinerary to give you more dining options - and of course for souvenirs and trinkets. Tips are not included within the overall price of the tour and should you wish to tip you're advised to bring a little extra cash.

Should I bring my Credit Card/Debit Card?
You can of course bring both credit cards and debit cards. When shopping and paying for meals not included within your package, you are advised to pay with cash. Many restaurants across South America have Visa and MasterCard capabilities and welcome you to pay for your meal with a credit card. Credit/Debit cards should otherwise only be used to withdraw money. ATMs are widely distributed throughout most Peru and Bolivia are a quick and easy way to get cash.

Are US Dollars accepted and should I bring Travelers Checks?
U.S. dollars are widely accepted in most locations and currency exchange bureaus are easy to find. Travelers Checks tend to receive much lower exchange rates than U.S. Dollars, meaning you lose money in the exchange. In many destinations in Peru and Bolivia one may also find that many people and exchange centers are unwilling to change Travelers Checks.

Do I need Vaccinations?
Vaccination requirements differ from country to country and it is important to make sure you know what the necessary vaccination requirements of a destination are before traveling there. Below follows a list of vaccination requirements for each of the All Trek destinations.

PERU VACCINATION REQUIREMENTS
One does not need to be vaccinated in order to enter Peru and travel around the country - unless you are traveling into the jungle, in which case you will need to be vaccinated against yellow fever. If you plan on visiting the Peruvian jungle it is advisable to get vaccinated against Yellow Fever in your home country rather than getting the vaccination in Lima prior to your Amazon Adventure.

BOLIVIA VACCINATION REQUIREMENTS
There are no vaccination requirements for entering the country unless you are traveling from an infected area (and this implies Yellow Fever). So-called infected areas include countries that have Amazon. If traveling to the Bolivian Amazon one needs to be inoculated against Yellow Fever in order to enter.

How can I avoid altitude sickness?
Altitude sickness is a common problem for visitors to areas of Peru, Chile, and Bolivia. Coca tea is easily available in Peru and Bolivia and can help rid oneself of the feelings of nausea associated with Altitude sickness - although this does not work for everyone. Diamox is commonly used by visitors from the US and is a recommended product to use as are Sorochi or Grovol, both of which can be purchased over-the-counter upon arrival in most airports. We also recommend eating light meals when you first arrive in a high altitude area and avoid strenuous physical activities until you are acclimatized.

Can I take my baby/child to high altitude areas?
People often wonder whether it is advisable to take their babies and young children to high altitude areas. Young children however, appear to suffer from the effects of altitude sickness far less than adults.

What kind of clothes should I pack for my holiday?
The type of clothes you need to bring obviously depend on the type of vacation you are about to embark upon and the destinations you will be traveling to. Seasons will also dictate the warmth of the clothes you bring - remember that southern hemisphere countries experience the inverse of seasons in the north.

What type of luggage should I bring?
One should generally bring the type of luggage one feels most comfortable with carrying. If you plan on doing the Inca Trail it is probably a very good idea to bring a back pack. Keep in mind that there are many cobble stone streets in Latin America and luggage with wheels can, at times, be cumbersome and difficult to maneuver. Remember to pack a small day pack with you in which to keep your valuables. If possible it is highly recommended that one brings a strap on money-belt with which one can keep their cash, cards, and passport on them at all times.

If traveling to the Andes you can expect high temperatures during the day and cold ones at night. When traveling in the region remember to dress in layers – layers which can be easily stripped off or added to depending on the temperature and the time of day. A number of fine quality Alpaca and Llama woolen goods are available in the region and are fantastic for keeping warm at night – travelers often choose to leave warm clothing at home so as to have enough luggage space for the warm clothes they intend to buy in the Andes.

Do you provide Travel insurance?
We do not provide travel insurance. We do however suggest that you purchase travel insurance to cover you during your travel, particularly for your own peace of mind. We recommend www.premiertravelplanne.com which covers international flights and gives an entire health care package.

Are International flights included?
International flights are not included in the overall price of All Trek Tour Operator. packages. We can however, and often do, arrange International flights for our clients. Many clients however prefer to arrange their international flights online from an agency such as www.premiertravelplanne.com

Do your travel packages include Domestic Flights?.

Do your travel packages include Domestic Transport?
Many of our tour packages include domestic flights. Refer to each specific example tour in order to verify whether Domestic flights is included. All Trek Tour Operator. Travel strives to offer only the most comfortable domestic transport in each of the routes it operates within and where private vehicles, buses, and trains are included within a All Trek Tour Operator

Are Airport Taxes included and if not, how much should
I expect to pay?
Airport taxes are generally not included within the price of the package as airports usually require passengers to pay in person.

PERU AIRPORT TAXES
Upon departing any airport in Peru one has to pay a departure tax. This has to be done in person and cannot be prearranged with a tour company or airline. The tax for international flights leaving Peru is US$ 30, and the tax for domestic flights is US$ 6. These prices are subjected to change.

BOLIVIA AIRPORT TAXES
The tax for international flights leaving Bolivia is US$ 25, and the tax for domestic flights is US$ 2. These prices are subjected to change.

Are meals included in tour packages and if not, can All Trek Tour Company.

Recommend restaurants?
Many meals are included in All Trek Tour Operator. - but only where indicated. Breakfasts are generally included with your hotel everyday, and lunch and dinners are provided within the package where indicated in the detailed itinerary. The meals that are included within All Trek Tour Operator are delicious and the restaurants are carefully selected in order to offer clients the best dining experience available. We at All Trek Tour Operator. however, believe that your vacation should not be set in stone before hand, and that dining out is a way for you to experience the wonder of South America firsthand. We do of course have a list of very recommendable restaurants in each of the destinations we provide tours to. If interested please contact your Sales Representative for more information.

. ADDITIONAL RECOMMENDATIONS

Christmas & New Year's Eve.
Christmas is generally spent with family and is quiet. You can enjoy dinner at a fancy restaurant but go early as restaurants close earlier- if you can, try and make reservations.

New Year’s Eve is more festive & you can be assured of parties. In any destination within Peru, you can go to the main square and watch the fireworks.

You can also go to bars and “discotecas” (Please note- “Night Clubs” in Peru are “Gentlemen’s Clubs”). Feel free to ask your expert representatives in each city about the best and most popular places to go out.

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