Feeling like a local at a Lake Titicaca homestay, climbing the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, sampling the seafood in Lima.
Departures
All departures on this trip are guaranteed to operate as scheduled once you have booked.
This compact tour of the archeological highlights and culture treasures of the Andean highlands has it all. Cruise Lake Titicaca and immerse yourself in rural life with a homestay in a small village. Wander the cobblestone streets of Cuzco before breaking a sweat hiking mountain passes along the Inca Trail on your way to Machu Picchu. Because we run our own treks, we can ensure the fair treatment of our porters and the quality of food and equipment so that you’re free to enjoy the beauty of the region.
What's Included
- Guided tour of Taquile and Uros Islands on Lake Titicaca, Guided tour of Sacred Valley, 4-day Inca Trail hike with local guide, cook and porters, Guided tour of Machu Picchu.
- 4 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches, 4 Dinners. (Allow USD180-280 for meals not included.)
- Hotels/guest houses (7 nts), camping (3 nts), homestay (1 nt).
- Public buses, plane, train, boat, hiking.
- Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout (except on the Inca Trail), local guides.
- Small group experience; Max 16, Avg 10
Places Visited
- Inca Trail
- Machu Picchu
- Peru
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Inca Trail Advisory
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Day 1 Lima
Arrive at any time.
Days 2-4 Puno/Lake Titicaca (1B,1L,1D)
Fly to Juliaca and transfer to Puno. Visit the floating Islands of Uros and take a guided tour of Lake Titicaca with a homestay in a small village. Optional visit to Sillustani burial site.
Day 5 Cuzco
Travel day by bus from Puno to Cuzco.
Day 6 Sacred Valley/Ollantaytambo
Full-day guided tour of the Sacred Valley and Ollantaytambo ruins along with a visit to a Planeterra weaving project in a local community. Shopping opportunities at a local market.
Days 7-10 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 11 Cuzco
Free day to explore Cuzco or relax. Active options include whitewater rafting, horseback riding and mountain biking.
Day 12 Cuzco
Depart at any time.
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