Travel information Peru

When a motorcycle tour to Peru is worth it – and which region suits which time of year.

Best time to travel

Best time to travel in Peru

The Andes have a dry season from May to September.

Best season May to September

  • Jan
  • Feb
  • Mär
  • Apr
  • Mai
  • Jun
  • Jul
  • Aug
  • Sep
  • Okt
  • Nov
  • Dez
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  • Good to ride
  • Less suitable

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The Andean region around Cusco and Machu Picchu has a dry season from May to September – dry tracks, clear mountain views and stable conditions. From December to March the rainy season brings soft tracks and poor visibility in the high Andes.

Dry season (May–Sep)

Cusco , Machu Picchu , central Andes

Dry tracks, clear mountain views

Transition (Apr, Oct)

All regions

Mostly still dry, occasional rain

Rainy season (Nov–Mar)

Not recommended

Soft tracks, poor visibility in the Andes

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