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Be Yourself. Be Happy.

The key to genuine happiness isn't being what others expect of us; it's being our most authentic selves on the bike. Embrace your own rhythm, celebrate your strengths, and don't compare yourself to anyone else.
Happiness isn't a finish line, but the path you take, and you'll only be truly happy when you have the courage to be yourself, on your own path, on your own adventure.

Stay Positive. Always.

Life's journey is full of ups and downs, and the road on two wheels is no different. Sometimes the weather isn't on your side, you get a flat tire, or fatigue knocks on your door.
But the difference between an unforgettable trip and a memory you'll forget isn't what happens, but how you react. Attitude is your best tool, and optimism is your best fuel.
So, when things don't go your way, take a deep breath, smile, and remember why you're there. Stay positive, always.

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Travel to Peru 🇵🇪

Peru is a fascinating destination for motorcyclists, with roads that cross the Andes, the coastal desert and the Amazon, passing historic sites such as Cusco and the sacred valley of the Incas.

General Information

Capital: Lima

Official Language: Spanish (Quechua and Aimará are also official in several regions)

Emergency Number: 105 (police) / 106 (ambulances) / 116 (fire department) / 911 (mobile network in some areas)

Finance

Currency: Sol (PEN)

Card payments are accepted in tourist areas, but cash is still essential

Speed Limits

Freeway: 100-120 km/h (depending on the road)

Road: 80-100 km/h

Localities : 50 km/h

Peru is one of the most historic countries in South America, the cradle of the Inca Empire. It is famous for Machu Picchu, Cusco, Lake Titicaca, the Sacred Valley and the Peruvian Amazon. Lima, the capital, is also one of the most important gastronomic hubs in the world.

Climate

Very diverse: arid and desert on the coast, humid tropical in the Amazon and cold in the Andean regions.

Languages

Spanish is predominant. Quechua and Aimará are official in several regions. Other indigenous languages are still spoken in Amazonia.

Driving

Drive on the right. Many roads are winding and cross the Andes. There are toll roads, which you pay for in booths.

Camping

Wild camping is allowed in rural areas, but it is not common. There are campsites and designated areas at tourist sites.

Biker Zones

The most iconic routes include the Pan-American Highway along the coast, the curves of the Andes and the climb up to Cusco/Machu Picchu.

Special Zones

In Lima and other big cities, there are areas of heavy traffic, pedestrian streets and controlled parking.

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Lima – Cusco – Lake Titicaca – Machu Picchu

This site does not provide information on obtaining visas, vaccines, or other issues that depend on both the country of origin and the destination.
You should check with your country if you need visas or other requirements to visit the intended destinations.

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