Inca Discovery

8 days,Lima to Cuzco
Trip Code: PID

Sampling seafood in Lima, exploring ruins and haggling at local markets in the Sacred Valley, conquering the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu.

Departures

All Departures Guarnteed

All departures on this trip are guaranteed to operate as scheduled once you have booked.

Perfect for those looking to experience the region’s archeological and cultural treasures in a short amount of time, this adventure includes a four-day trek along the Inca Trail. This is one of the world’s best known hikes and will reward those willing to break a sweat with a stunning combination of mountainscapes, cloud forests and jungles. We run our own treks, which ensures the fair treatment of our porters and quality equipment. Our knowledgeable CEOs will work hard to make certain the first glimpse of Machu Picchu will burn itself into your memory.

What's Included

  • Guided tour of Sacred Valley, 4-day Inca Trail hike with local guide, cook and porters, Guided tour of Machu Picchu
  • 3 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 3 Dinners. (Allow USD100-160 for meals not included.)
  • Hotels (4 nts), camping (3 nts).
  • Plane, train, van, hiking.
  • Chief Experience Officer (CEO) in Lima, local guide from Cuzco onwards.
  • Small group experience; Max 16, Avg 12

Add to your Experience

Want to get away from the crowds? Check out Choquequirao - see code SPCM. For travellers looking to fly back to Lima and spend a night in the City of Kings, we offer our 9-day Inca Discovery Plus tour PIM.

Map of the route for Inca Discovery
Places Visited
  • Inca Trail
  • Machu Picchu
  • Peru

View our Peru Trekking Page

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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 Cuzco

Early flight to Cuzco. Free day for shopping and exploring the city. Optional city tour.

Day 3 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 4-7 Inca Trail to 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 8 Cuzco

Depart at any time.

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