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Our guide as the sun breaks through the clouds
from $3,226
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Inca Pathways

Inca Trail - 13 Day Itinerary
Activities
Homestays
Activity Level
Challenging
This two-week trek explores the ancient and revered pathway known as the Inca Trail through the Sacred Valley of the Inca. Spend 4 days hiking the 26-mile Inca Trail, culminating in Machu Picchu at the Sun Gate. This tour also spends time before the trek acclimating and exploring Lake Titicaca and Cusco.
  • Explore floating islands
  • Visit the highlights of Cusco
  • Tour pre-Colombian salt mines
  • Trek the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu
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Machu Picchu
from $4,262
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Lodge-Based Machu Picchu Multisport Adventure

Small Group Departure - 9 Day Itinerary
Starts / Ends
Lima / Machu Picchu
Activities
Village Visits, Horseback Riding, Stand Up Paddle Boarding
Activity Level
Challenging
Join this 9-day tour for a Lodge-Based Machu Picchu Multisport experience. Discover Peru's treasures, from Lima's allure to Cusco's heritage. Explore Maras, Huacahuasi, and Lamay. Trek scenic trails, zip across valleys, and bike ancient routes.
  • Hike from Cusco to Sacsayhuaman
  • Experience biking or zipline
  • Horseback ride in Sacred Valley
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Explore!
from $2,959
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Andean Multisport with Machu Picchu

9 Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Challenging
Perfect for the active adventurer, this tour takes you through the Sacred Valley of the Inca from Cusco to Machu Picchu. You'll bike, raft, and hike along the way, culminating with two days exploring Machu Picchu with your local guide. A perfect mix of history and adventure, this 9 day tour will delight young and old alike.
  • Ride bikes through the countryside
  • Hike to a village and volunteer
  • Raft the Apurimac class III rapids
  • Explore the lost city- Machu Picchu
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Pose with stunning Machu Picchu as your backdrop during your travels to Peru
from $4,804
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Inti Raymi + Inca Trail

11 Day Itinerary
Activities
Festival Visits
Activity Level
Challenging
Spend a few days in Cusco and the Sacred Valley during the Inti Raymi Festival every June as we acclimatize for our trek by exploring ruins and bargaining at busy Andean markets. Then, we'll hike the Inca Trail on a 4-day pilgrimage to Machu Picchu, culminating this 10-day trip with a full day in Machu Picchu.
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Incredible views on the Ausangate Trek
from $2,554
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Ausangate Trek

10 Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Challenging
This six day Andean trek takes us around the majestic Mount Ausangate, a peak long considered sacred by the Andean people. Along the way we'll pass stunning glacial lakes and rural highland villages, and soak our muscles in natural thermal waters. After the trek, continue your journey with an add-on trip to Machu Picchu or elsewhere in South America.
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Rafting on the Andean Multisport tour
from $2,103
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Andean Whitewater Adventure

7 Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Challenging
The land of the Incas near Cusco and the Sacred Valley is a great destination for active adventures. With deep canyons cut by beautiful rivers and backroads and trails in the shadows of the impressive Andes, explore the countryside during this multi-day biking and raft trip and visit the Inca cities of Cusco and Ollantaytambo. Travelers will have a half-day hike on a remote section of the Inca Trail to hike down to the Apurimac River, one of South America's premier rivers. Single-track and more advanced biking routes can be arranged based on travelers' experience.
  • Marvel through the streets of Cusco
  • Enjoy views of the Apurimac River
  • Bike through Cusco's Sacred Valley
  • Explore the ancient cities of Cusco
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Sun Gate and La Veronica
from $2,923
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Cachiccata Trek

Alternative Inca Trail - 10 Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Challenging
The Cachiccata Trek is an excellent alternative to the Inca Trail. This cultural hike explores Peruvian history, and also visits modern Inca communities and customs. This route was cultivated by the Cachiccata community and your local guides will delight in sharing their culture and history. Come and discover this hidden trekking treasure of Peru!
  • Encounter local people as you trek
  • View the Urubamba mountain range
  • Explore the Inca stronghold, Cusco
  • Take in the ruins of Machu Picchu
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Take in the views of Choquequirao as you hike Peru
from $3,746
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Choquequirao Trek and Machu Picchu

12 Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Challenging
Explore the colonial town of Cusco, and trek to the ruins of Choquequirao. The ruins can only be visited by two days or hiking so you'll be enjoying them with few other visitors. Visit with locals, wander through local markets, and tour Machu Picchu on this 12-day exploration. This active trek is challenging and rewarding all at the same time!
  • Explore Cusco's markets & churches
  • Trek an Inca path to Choquequirao
  • Journey through the Sacred Valley
  • Tour Machu Picchu with your guide
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Llamas in Machu Picchu
from $2,959
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Classic Salkantay Trek

Via Hidroelectrica - 9 Day Itinerary
Starts / Ends
Cusco / Cusco
Activity Level
Challenging
This tour is a great alternative to the popular Inca Trail if you want to experience a different route that ends at Machu Picchu. Enjoy the magnificent view of Mount Salkantay and head towards the mystical Lost City of Incas.Trek through the less traveled route of the Salkantay trail and tour the ruins of Machu Picchu.
  • Travel the Salkantay Trail
  • Visit local communities
  • Explore Machu Picchu
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Trekking the Peruvian Andes
from $6,112
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Black Diamond Trek to Machu Picchu

12 Day Itinerary
Starts / Ends
Wyndham Costa Del Sol Lima Airport / Machu Picchu
Activities
Camping, Hiking, Local Market Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Biking, Kayaking
Activity Level
Challenging
This 12-day Black Diamond Trek to Machu Picchu invites you to discover Peru's wonders. Explore off-the-beaten-path trails from Cusco to the iconic ruins. Trek through hidden mountains, villages, and ancient sites. Indulge in luxury camping, kayak pristine lakes, and savor traditional Pachamanca dinners.
  • Explore Cusco's markets and ruins
  • Kayak or bike at Piuray Lake
  • Hike through the Sacred Valley
  • Trek up Huayna Picchu Mountain
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We made it!
from $248
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Vilcanota-Urubamba River Whitewater Rafting

1 Day Itinerary
Activities
Whitewater Rafting
Activity Level
Moderate
Embark on an exciting day-tour for whitewater rafting down the Urubamba River, taking you through Class II & III rapids. You will see fantastic views and pass through archaeological sites en route to Ollantaytambo. The rafting ends with an exciting trip through El Resbaladero including waves and small whirlpools.
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Impressive colored mountain range of Palcoyo
from $188
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Palcoyo Mountain

1 Day Itinerary
Activities
Adventure Options
Activity Level
Moderate
Join this private Full day trek to Palcoyo Mountain. Starting point of the hike to the impressive colored mountain range of Palcoyo. Unlike the 7-colour mountain of Vinicunca, Palcoyo acquires this coloration due to minerals such as iron, magnesium, calcium, among others, accumulated over millions of years and that nowadays offer a visual spectacle.
  • Visit spectacular Palcoyo Mountain
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Palcoyo Mountain
from $244
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Palcoyo mountain with visit to Qeswachaca

1 Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Moderate
Join this private Full day trek to Palcoyo Mountain with visit to Qeswachaca. Palcoyo acquires coloration due to minerals such as iron, magnesium, calcium, among others, accumulated over millions of years and that nowadays offer a visual spectacle.
  • Visit spectacular Palcoyo Mountain
  • Visit Qeswachaka Bridge
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