Peru Public Holidays 2025: Complete Guide for Hong Kong Travelers
Peru Public Holidays 2025: Your Complete Guide from Hong Kong
¿Planeas visitar Perú? Ready to explore the land of the Incas? Here’s your comprehensive guide to Peruvian holidays in 2025, helping you plan the perfect South American adventure!
Official Public Holidays (Feriados)
📅January
• January 1 (Wednesday) – New Year’s Day (Año Nuevo)
📅April (Easter Period)
• April 17 (Thursday) – Maundy Thursday (Jueves Santo)
• April 18 (Friday) – Good Friday (Viernes Santo)
📅May-June
• May 1 (Thursday) – Labor Day (Día del Trabajo)
• June 29 (Sunday) – St. Peter and St. Paul (San Pedro y San Pablo)
📅July (Independence Celebration)
• July 23 (Wednesday) – Air Force Day (Día de la Fuerza Aérea)
• July 28 (Monday) – Independence Day (Día de la Independencia)
• July 29 (Tuesday) – Independence Day Holiday (Fiestas Patrias)
📅August-October
• August 6 (Wednesday) – Battle of Junín (Batalla de Junín)
• August 30 (Saturday) – Santa Rosa of Lima Day (Santa Rosa de Lima)
• October 8 (Wednesday) – Battle of Angamos (Combate de Angamos)
📅November-December
• November 1 (Saturday) – All Saints’ Day (Todos los Santos)
• December 8 (Monday) – Immaculate Conception (Inmaculada Concepción)
• December 9 (Tuesday) – Battle of Ayacucho (Batalla de Ayacucho)
• December 25 (Thursday) – Christmas Day (Navidad)
Key Holiday Periods:
• Holy Week (Semana Santa): April 13-19
• National Holidays (Fiestas Patrias): July 28-29
• Christmas and New Year: December 24-January 1
Important Travel Tips:
• Major tourist attractions remain open during most holidays
• Book Machu Picchu tickets well in advance, especially during holidays
• Banks and government offices close on national holidays
• Many businesses extend holiday closures
• Tourist areas operate normally during most festivities
Cultural Notes for Hong Kong Travelers:
• Each region has unique festival celebrations
• Altitude consideration needed for highland destinations
• Religious processions are common during holy days
• Local markets offer special holiday foods
• Expect colorful parades during national celebrations
Travel Planning Recommendations:
• Peak tourist season: June to August
• Rainy season: December to March
• Book accommodations early for Fiestas Patrias
• Consider regional weather variations
• Check local festival calendars
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