AGP Executive Report

Peru Packages: Central Holidays is offering a guided experience worth up to $399 per person with qualifying fall bookings to Peru and four other Latin American destinations. Lima Transport: A tunnel breakthrough on Metro Line 4 brings the capital closer to a new underground link between Lima and Callao; the line is still under construction. Machu Picchu Access: Peru has scrapped advance ticket reservations, making visits easier to plan. Amazon Travel: ExpoAmazónica 2026 in Pucallpa is expected to draw 60,000 visitors and feature more than 400 stands.

Machu Picchu: Peru has scrapped advance reservations for entry tickets, potentially making visits easier to arrange closer to travel dates. Check current ticket rules before setting out. Travel Safety: A report on Peru’s kidnapping surge details ransom abductions and gang activity in Trujillo. The cases described involve local victims, but travelers should keep up with safety advice, especially for northern Peru. Pope’s Visit: Cusco expects about 130,000 people to welcome Pope Leo XIV, while the government has declared non-working days for the visit. Expect heavy demand and possible disruption to transport and lodging. Amazon Tourism: ExpoAmazónica 2026 in Pucallpa is expected to draw 60,000 visitors and feature more than 400 stands, bringing a major tourism and business spotlight to the region.

Peru Travel Safety: A report on kidnappings in Trujillo details how gangs target victims for ransom, including one man held in a hidden cell for nearly 36 hours. The account is a reminder to plan carefully when visiting northern Peru. Machu Picchu Access: Peru has scrapped advance reservations for Machu Picchu tickets, a change that could make visits easier to arrange; check current entry rules before travelling. Pilgrimage Travel: Peru has declared non-working days ahead of Pope Leo XIV’s planned November visit, and Cusco expects around 130,000 faithful. The trip remains uncertain as the Pope recovers from surgery. Amazon Adventures: A new travel feature highlights seven Amazon River cruises for 2027, while a Taiwan travel fair is set to showcase an itinerary combining Peru’s Machu Picchu with other destinations.

Machu Picchu: Peru has scrapped advance ticket reservations, making visits easier to plan. Authorities are also preparing a new study to set the site’s visitor capacity; travelers should stay on marked routes and avoid touching the Inca stonework. Papal Visit: The government has declared non-working days for Pope Leo XIV’s expected November visit, and Cusco’s archdiocese is preparing for about 130,000 faithful. But doctors have advised the recovering pontiff against travel, leaving the South American itinerary uncertain. Tourism Promotion: Travel advisors from 11 countries are gathering in the Colca Valley for the REMOTE Expedition, while ExpoAmazónica in Pucallpa expects more than 60,000 visitors and 400 exhibitors.

Machu Picchu: Peru has scrapped advance reservations for entry tickets, making visits easier to plan. Visitors still need to follow site rules, including staying on marked paths and keeping their hands off Inca stonework. Papal Visit: Pope Leo XIV’s planned November tour includes Peru. Cusco expects around 130,000 faithful, and declared nonworking days could affect transport and services. Colca Valley: A travel trade expedition brought advisors from 11 countries to the region, putting the canyon and surrounding destinations in the spotlight. Amazon Adventures: New cruise recommendations showcase Peru’s river journeys, with high-water season from December to May offering boat access into flooded rainforest. Beyond Machu Picchu: Kuélap, a thousand-year-old archaeological site, is drawing attention as another standout destination.

Papal Visit: Pope Leo XIV’s November 6–17 South America tour, including Peru, remains uncertain after doctors advised against travel while he recovers from lung surgery. No further cancer treatment is needed, but Cusco is preparing for around 130,000 visitors to welcome him, and the government has declared non-working days for the visit. Machu Picchu: Peru has scrapped advance reservations for entry tickets, a major change for trip planning. Check official guidance before setting out, as access rules can change. Amazon Tourism: ExpoAmazónica 2026 in Pucallpa expects more than 400 stands and 60,000 visitors, putting the region’s attractions and businesses in the spotlight.

Machu Picchu Access: Peru has scrapped advance reservations for tickets to the landmark, making a visit easier to plan. Papal Visit: Pope Leo XIV is recovering well and needs no further cancer treatment, but has canceled a trip to Assisi on doctors’ advice. The Vatican has yet to confirm whether he’ll travel to Peru on his planned November Latin America trip. Food Tourism: Lima will host the World’s 50 Best Restaurants awards on November 4, putting Peru in the global culinary spotlight. Amazonia: ExpoAmazónica 2026 in Pucallpa expects more than 60,000 visitors and over 400 exhibition stands. 2027 Travel Picks: Peru is among the destinations featured in National Geographic’s Best of the World list for next year.

Machu Picchu Access: Peru has scrapped advance reservations for entry tickets, making visits easier to arrange; travelers should check current ticket and entry rules before setting out. Amazon Showcase: ExpoAmazónica 2026 is expected to bring more than 400 exhibitors and 60,000 visitors to Pucallpa, putting the region’s attractions and businesses in the spotlight. Colca Valley Connections: A travel-industry expedition brought advisors from 11 countries to the Colca Valley, introducing international sellers to one of Peru’s major destinations. New Peru Journey: AmaWaterways is adding its first Peru trip, pairing river travel with a visit to Machu Picchu and an iconic train journey. Weather Watch: Forecasters warn a powerful El Niño could bring damaging floods and disrupt coastal ecosystems; recent reports describe harm to communities in Peru and unusual wildlife impacts near Los Órganos. Visitor Planning: Peru plans a new study of Machu Picchu’s visitor capacity, a key issue as authorities balance access with protecting the site.

Papal Visit: Pope Leo needs no further cancer treatment, but the Vatican has yet to confirm his planned Nov. 6–17 South America trip, including Peru. Machu Picchu: Peru plans a new study to set the site’s visitor capacity, as a separate report points to changes making visits easier. Colca Valley: A REMOTE Expedition brought travel advisors from 11 countries to explore the region, putting it in front of international travel planners. New Itineraries: AmaWaterways is bringing travelers to Peru on a new journey that includes Machu Picchu. Beyond the Inca Trail: A travel feature highlights Kuélap, the ancient site described as a millennium older than Machu Picchu. Film Tourism: Mincetur has opened a consultation on attracting international film productions to Peru.

Machu Picchu Access: A ticketing change is freeing up more entry slots: buyers now have 15 minutes to pay, instead of holding a reservation for three hours. More than 90,000 tickets were available for the rest of 2026 as of Oct. 6, though numbers are changing quickly. Peru is also planning a new study to set the site’s visitor capacity. Papal Visit: Pope Leo’s doctors say he needs no further cancer treatment, but his planned Nov. 6–17 South America trip, including Peru, remains uncertain as he recovers. Colca Valley Promotion: A tourism expedition brought travel advisers from 11 countries to the Colca Valley, giving the destination fresh exposure in international markets.

Machu Picchu Tickets: Buying entry is easier after Peru ended unpaid ticket holds. Visitors now have 15 minutes to pay before a ticket returns to sale; more than 90,000 tickets were available for the rest of 2026 as of Oct. 6, though availability changes quickly. Beyond the Citadel: A new guide spotlights Kuélap, a Chachapoya site older than Machu Picchu, and nearby draws including Gocta Falls, cliffside mausoleums and wildlife reserves. Visitor Management: Peru plans a new study to determine how many visitors Machu Picchu can receive, as authorities weigh access to the landmark. New Journeys: AmaWaterways is bringing guests from river cruising to Machu Picchu on its first Peru journey, while a separate travel-advisor expedition is showcasing the Colca Valley. Responsible Tourism: Peru is promoting tourism that supports jobs and protects destinations; reports on the Amazon also highlight the challenges facing wildlife tourism and conservation.

Kuélap & Chachapoya Country: A new visitor guide highlights the mountain citadel, nearby cliffside tombs at Revash and Karajía, Gocta Falls hikes and wildlife-watching in the surrounding reserves. Machu Picchu Access: Peru plans a new study to determine how many visitors the site can receive, a key step in managing access to the country’s busiest attraction. New Machu Picchu Journey: AmaWaterways is adding a six-day Peru extension to select 2027 Colombia cruises, linking Lima, Cusco, the Sacred Valley and a privately guided visit to Machu Picchu; it will be offered on every sailing from 2028. Flight Disruption: A LATAM A320 caught fire while preparing to fly from Lima to Piura on Oct. 19. Passengers were evacuated, no injuries were reported and the airline arranged onward travel. Colca Valley Spotlight: A travel-industry expedition brought designers from 11 countries to the valley, introducing them to the destination. Amazon Tourism: New coverage spotlights the tension between wildlife tourism and threats from criminal networks in the Peruvian Amazon.

Flight Disruption: A LATAM A320 caught fire around its left engine before departing Lima for Piura on Oct. 19. Passengers were evacuated without injuries and rebooked; the cause is under investigation. Machu Picchu Journeys: AmaWaterways is adding a six-day Peru extension to select Colombia river-cruise sailings from 2027, with Lima, Cusco, the Sacred Valley and a privately guided visit to Machu Picchu. Colca Valley Showcase: REMOTE Expedition Peru will bring 27 travel designers from 11 countries together with 26 local tourism businesses on Oct. 27–30, spotlighting responsible travel and lesser-known destinations. Papal Visit: Pope Leo XIV says he will gradually resume duties after lung cancer surgery. His surgeon says there are no clinical reasons to prevent the planned Nov. 6–17 trip to Peru, Uruguay and Argentina.

Colca Valley: From Oct. 27–30, 27 travel designers from 11 countries will meet 26 Peruvian tourism businesses at the first REMOTE Expedition Peru, with pre-trip itineraries showcasing lesser-known destinations. Flight Safety: A LATAM Boeing 767 made an emergency descent after oxygen masks deployed on a flight from Lima; it returned safely to Jorge Chávez International Airport. Amazon Tourism: New research in Iquitos flags wildlife handling, selfies, meat consumption and illegal animal trade as harmful practices, urging tourism operators, authorities and communities to work together on conservation. Cruises: A luxury river cruise line is expanding into Peru, with an itinerary featuring an iconic train journey. Surfing: A climate-risk study of World Surfing Reserves, including Peru’s, warns that many breaks face threats from coastal change and rising sea levels.

Flight Safety: A LATAM Boeing 767 departing Lima made an emergency descent after cabin oxygen masks dropped, then landed safely back at Jorge Chávez Airport. Amazon Tourism: Research in Iquitos warns that wildlife handling, selfies and illegal animal trade linked to tourism can harm animals and conservation; researchers urge joint action with local communities. Papal Visit: Pope Leo XIV’s surgeon says there are no clinical reasons to prevent his Nov. 6–17 trip to Peru, Argentina and Uruguay, though the pope plans to resume duties gradually. Travel Growth: Cruise operators are adding Peru itineraries, including a luxury river-cruise expansion featuring an iconic train journey and a 2027 Machu Picchu extension. Tourism Promotion: Peru’s tourism ministry has opened a consultation on attracting international film productions, a bid to draw new visitors and investment.

Papal Visit: Pope Leo says he will gradually resume duties after lung surgery, and his surgeon sees no clinical reason to cancel the Nov. 6–17 trip to Peru, Uruguay and Argentina. Cruise Tourism: A luxury river-cruise line is expanding into Peru with an itinerary that includes an iconic train journey; AmaWaterways has also added a Machu Picchu extension to Colombia river cruises for 2027. Tourism Promotion: Mincetur has opened a consultation on attracting international film productions, while Peru is promoting tourism that creates jobs and protects destinations. Trip Planning: October is a good time to visit Machu Picchu, though wildfires in Cusco remain a concern. Food & Culture: Lima’s Theobromas Lab offers visitors a chance to explore Peru’s cacao and regional flavors.