Daily cost breakdown
| Category | Budget | Mid-range | Luxury |
|---|---|---|---|
| Other | $7 | $15 | $45 |
| Activities | $15 | $45 | $120 |
| Local transport | $6 | $14 | $40 |
| Food & drink | $14 | $32 | $85 |
| Accommodation | $18 | $55 | $190 |
| Total per day | $60 | $161 | $480 |
How much does a trip to Peru cost?
A 7-day trip to Peru costs about $420–$3,360 per person (2026), roughly $60–$480 per day, from budget to luxury travel. That covers accommodation, food, local transport and activities, and excludes international flights. Figures are recorded averages per traveler.
Daily costs are per person per day, excluding international flights, two sharing a room.
Separate line item: a Machu Picchu day (train, entry ticket and shuttle bus) is not included in the daily totals below. Budget for it on top.
Prices reviewed: October 2026. How we calculate costs
Peru trip cost quick facts
| Budget daily cost | $60 |
|---|---|
| Mid-range daily cost | $161 |
| Luxury daily cost | $480 |
| Accommodation (mid-range) | $55 / day |
| Food (mid-range) | $32 / day |
| Local transport (mid-range) | $14 / day |
| Activities (mid-range) | $45 / day |
| Currency | USD |
| Cheapest season | Wet season (Nov–Mar) |
Average daily budget: from $60 per traveler
Budget travel
$60 / day
One week for two travelers: $840
Mid-range travel
$161 / day
One week for two travelers: $2,254
Luxury travel
$480 / day
One week for two travelers: $6,720
How much money do I need for 2 weeks in Peru?
Per traveler for 14 days, excluding flights: budget $840, mid-range $2,254, luxury $6,720.
| Trip length | Budget | Mid-range | Luxury |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 days | $180 | $483 | $1,440 |
| 7 days | $420 | $1,127 | $3,360 |
| 10 days | $600 | $1,610 | $4,800 |
| 14 days | $840 | $2,254 | $6,720 |
| 30 days | $1,800 | $4,830 | $14,400 |
Is my budget enough for Peru?
- Is $1,500 enough for 7 days? Yes, it covers mid-range travel ($1,127) per traveler, excluding flights.
- Is $1,500 enough for 14 days? Yes, it covers budget travel ($840) per traveler, excluding flights.
- Is $3,000 enough for 7 days? Yes, it covers mid-range travel ($1,127) per traveler, excluding flights.
- Is $3,000 enough for 14 days? Yes, it covers mid-range travel ($2,254) per traveler, excluding flights.
- Is $5,000 enough for 7 days? Yes, it covers luxury travel ($3,360) per traveler, excluding flights.
- Is $5,000 enough for 14 days? Yes, it covers mid-range travel ($2,254) per traveler, excluding flights.
Peru trip cost FAQ
- How much does a trip to Peru cost per day?
- Recorded daily spend starts at about $60 per traveler, with a mid-range day at about $161 and a luxury day at about $480. Flights are not included.
- How much does one week in Peru cost for two?
- At mid-range level, about $2,254 for two travelers over seven days, excluding flights.
- Is Peru expensive to visit?
- Recorded daily costs in Peru range from about $60 on a budget to about $480 for luxury travel per traveler. Compare it with other countries in the Guidese Trip Cost Index.
- How much money do I need for 10 days in Peru?
- About $600 per traveler at the lowest recorded daily level, or about $1,610 at mid-range, excluding flights.
- What is included in the Peru daily cost?
- Accommodation, food, local transport and activities per traveler. International flights, visas and insurance are not included.
Is Peru cheaper than nearby countries?
Mid-range daily cost per traveler, same currency only.
| Country | Mid-range / day |
|---|---|
| Peru | $161 |
| Chile | $119 |
| Argentina | $100 |
| Brazil | $100 |
| Ecuador | $95 |
Keep planning
- Best time to visit Peru including when prices and crowds change.
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"Other" covers small daily extras such as a local SIM card, tips and small purchases.
Sources
- latamtravellers.com, checked 2026-10-11