Peru is a top destination for MICE tourism, especially incentive travel, thanks to its unique offerings in culture, nature, gastronomy, and luxury.
The country has acquired a wealth of experience by hosting some of the world’s most important events over the last decade and is ready and able to host your conferences, meetings, and incentive clients.
Incentive travel is especially easy in the tourist destinations of Loreto, Lima, Cusco, Ica and Arequipa. There, group activities, community tourism, nature activities, and exclusive/luxury options are especially attractive.
Luxury train from Arequipa to Puno. Photo Credit: © Daniela del Carpio / PromperúWhy Peru?
Begin with the capital city. Lima is popular for business tourism and occupies second place in the ICCA (International Congress and Convention Association) ranking for professional meetings. It features modern infrastructure, vibrant local culture, sustainability, current technology and innovation for events, as well as collaboration with academic and professional institutions.
Event planning is easy, thanks to the many unique cultural experiences, team-building activities, luxury and exclusive options, exotic destinations, adventure and nature outings, and gastronomic choices.
Amazon river cruise in Loreto. Photo Credit: © Daniela del Carpio / Promperú
Here are seven reasons why you should consider Peru for your next meeting, event and incentive destination.
Hot for business. Peru’s rapidly growing economy has made Lima a center for business and tourism.
Diverse country and culture. The country combines modernity with historical richness. It offers transformative and unforgettable experiences for meetings attendees and incentive travelers, ones that cannot be lived anywhere else.
Irresistible gastronomy. Peru’s unique blend of cultures makes its food choices delightful.
A wealth of destinations and experiences. The country’s combination of things to do and places to go add up to unforgettable meetings and events.
Easy connectivity. Lima is a regional hub and easily accessible for event attendees.
A lifestyle of service. Hospitality is a quality that all Peruvians share. The country is known for its extra attention to service.
Top event professionals. Peru’s meeting and event professionals have extensive experience with gatherings of all sizes and types.
Trek at Colca canyon in Arequipa. Photo Credit: © Rafael Iparraguirre / PromperúA Choice of World-Famous Destinations
Whether your group is seeking natural landscapes, urban environments, historic sites, active adventures, or all of them combined, Peru has much to offer. Consider these destinations and all the experiences that await your group.
Historical, majestic and imposing, Cusco is the heart of the Inca Empire. It wraps you in its magic and makes you part of its history, revealing its most surprising treasures and nature. Cusco welcomes you to the elegance and exclusivity of its hotels and luxury trains; it offers unique journeys through history and connects you with nature and the mysticism of the Andes, providing unforgettable experiences. And of course it is here that your group can experience one of the world's great travel experiences: Machupicchu.
Aristocratic, traditional and hospitable, Arequipa contains treasures of incalculable artistic, historical, cultural and gastronomic value. Its dry sunny climate and blue sky invite you to enjoy various outdoor pursuits in an incomparable natural environment. The city has first-class hotels and a convention center.
Paracas is a luxury destination, offering sun, beaches, nature and history in unique surroundings. And that's why Paracas has become a preferred destination for conventions and incentive trips. On the seashore in a Natural Protected Area, it offers your group a choice of outdoor activities. Its top-category hotels have rooms for events and wellness centers with incredible spas.
For a taste of Amazon charm, let your attendees discover the unique city of Iquitos, where the Amazon Rainforest will be the wow factor for your next meeting. The balance between nature and luxury will make your visit an unparalleled experience.
Elegant, dynamic, modern, but above all friendly, Lima is rich in culture, nature, gastronomy and alternatives for relaxation. Its hotels, which include the main international chains in 5-, 4- and 3-star categories and its latest generation convention centers, make it the ideal destination for meetings, events and incentive trips.
Cooking class in Lima. Photo Credit: © Alex Freundt / PromperúUnique Offerings
Peru has a long list of unique experiences that can be found nowhere else. Its cultural, natural and gastronomic highlights ensure that your event will be a success. In addition, you can count on Peru’s infrastructure and technology to meet the needs of international events.
Many attendees today demand a destination that demonstrates a commitment to sustainability. Peru will pass that test; the country is focused on sustainable practices in events and destinations. There are also opportunities for community tourism, when your group can put their efforts toward a worthy local cause.
Another factor that makes events here a success is the collaboration between public and private sectors. Working together, they strengthen meeting tourism in Peru to the benefit of you and your customers.
Gala dinner at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Cusco. Photo Credit: © Alex Freundt / PromperúBook Your Event
The professionalism of Peru’s people, combined with the country’s cultural, natural and gastronomic wealth, will make your event a winner.
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