10 days inPeru: How Much Does It Cost?
A 10 days trip to Peru costs $550 per person at mid-range, or $250 on a budget.
$250
per person ·10 days
$25/day
For two: $500
$550
per person ·10 days
$55/day
For two: $1,100
$1,210
per person ·10 days
$121/day
For two: $2,420
Prices are per person and exclude flights, which vary by origin and season. Cheapest months to visit: November, December, January, February, March.
Plan Your Peru Trip on YopkiMoney-Saving Tips forPeru
- ✓Eat the menu del dia at local restaurants for a full lunch under $3.
- ✓Take Cruz del Sur or Oltursa buses instead of flights between cities.
- ✓Book Machu Picchu tickets months in advance; daily entry is capped.
- ✓Stay in family-run hospedajes instead of tourist-oriented hotels.
FAQ
How much does a trip to Peru cost per day in 2026?
Budget travelers spend about $25/day, mid-range about $55/day, and luxury travelers around $121/day per person.
How much does Machu Picchu cost?
Entry is about $55. Add train ($60-90 round trip) and bus to the site ($24), making a total day cost of $140-170 from Cusco.
Is Peru cheap to visit?
Yes, Peru is one of South America's most affordable destinations, with filling meals from $2 and budget hotels from $15.
When is the best time to visit Peru?
May through September (dry season) is best for the Andes and Machu Picchu. The coast and Amazon have different patterns.