Gazing at Andean vistas, experiencing the culture and mingling with the locals on public buses, conquering the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, sampling the seafood in Lima.
Get off the beaten path in the highlands of Peru and discover stunning mountain scenery and remote cities few tourists visit. Getting to Cuzco is half the adventure—travel by public bus keeps costs down and allows you to connect with the locals in the rarefied mountain air of the Andes. Climb the legendary Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, the 'Lost City of the Incas'. We operate our own treks in Peru and can ensure the fair treatment of our porters—and an exceptional experience for you.
What's Included
- 4-day Inca Trail hike with local guide, cook and porters, Guided tour of Machu Picchu.
- 3 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 3 Dinners. (Allow USD300-350 for meals not included.)
- Simple hotels (13 nts), camping (3 nts)
- Public bus, van, hiking.
- Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout (except on the Inca Trail), local guides.
- Small group experience; Max 16, avg 8.
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Places Visited
- Peru
Inca Trail Advisory
Read our information page about the regulations and booking procedures for the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, or learn about the annual Inca Trail Closure in February. Are you hiking Lares? View the Lares Trek route information.
Day 1 Lima
Arrive at any time.
Day 2-3 Huancayo
Spectacular bus ride into the Andes to Huancayo. Optional hiking, biking or horseback riding or free time to relax and enjoy the scenery.
Day 4 Huancavelica
Travel by bus to Huancavelica. Optional visit to the nearby mines or explore the city's market and hot springs.
Day 5-7 Ayacucho
Travel by public buses and private van through the highlands and remote communities of the Andes to Ayacucho. Free time for day tours to nearby archaeological sites, nearby markets an optional city tour or individual exploration.
Day 8-9 Andahuaylas
Continue by public bus through the high Andes to Andahuaylas. Optional visit to the Sondor archaeological site, the Pacucha Lagoon or the market.
Day 10-11 Cuzco
Travel to Cuzco and free day to enjoy the city's museums and local markets. Optional city tour.
Day 12 Ollantaytambo
Transfer to Ollantaytambo through the Sacred Valley. Optional visit of the Ollantaytambo ruins, go shopping or explore the narrow cobblestone streets.
Day 13-16 Inca Trail/Machu Picchu (3B,3L,3D)
4-day guided Inca Trail hike with visit to Machu Picchu. Optional visit to the Inca Bridge before returning to Cuzco.
Day 17 Cuzco
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