Cultural Tours in Cusco, Peru

This 16-day tour highlights the best of Peru, including Islas Ballestas and Paracas, the Nazca Lines, Colca Canyon, the islands of Lake Titicaca, Cusco and the Lost City of the Incas--Machu Picchu. From the coast to the Andes to the Amazon jungle, this tour has a little bit of everything!

This 7-day trip culminates in a one day hike on the Inca Trail arriving to Machu Picchu with a full day and a half to explore the ruins. Explore the Inca capital of Cusco, the Sacsayhuamán Ruins, and Sacred Valley before taking the train to marker 104 km and hike the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu (no advance 4-day trail permit required!).

This tour blends the most famous highlights of Peru with exhilarating multisport adventures including whitewater rafting, kayaking, trekking, and mountain biking. A great choice for first time Peru visitors and return travelers as well!

Experience the unique living culture in Peru in this 6-day Cusco and Huilloc Homestay Tour.

Join a 12-day adventure through Peru and the Galapagos. Begin in Lima, explore Cusco, Sacred Valley, and Machu Picchu. Continue to Ecuador’s Galapagos Islands aboard National Geographic Islander II, hiking, snorkeling, kayaking, and observing wildlife in their natural habitats.

This 4-day Peru extension tour of Lake Titicaca gives you an in-depth cultural experience interacting with the local community whose roots date back to ancient cultures that settled in this area. Their hospitality opens a door to share with their families and offers you a homestay opportunity on Amantani Island.

Adventure Life's guides and partners has identified the poorest families in the Cachiccata community. The elements can cause damage to homes over time, and many families do not have the extra means to make renovations to their homes. During this 4 day/3 night trip, participants, side-by-side with the family members, will work on cleaning, repairing, and restoring their homes. We stay in the community campground each night to immerse ourselves in the village life. The trip ends with traditional Inca ceremony and offering as a time to reflect over the previous days' experiences.

Embark on a 16-day Galápagos cruise to Machu Picchu, combining wildlife encounters and legendary Inca landmarks. Cruise aboard National Geographic Delfina, visit iconic islands, and discover Peru’s Sacred Valley, Cusco, and ancient Machu Picchu.

Enjoy the alternative Salkantay trail combined with the famous One Day Inca Trail for the ultimate trekking experience. Marvel at the different surroundings around the two trails and be mesmerized with the archaeological sites leading to the lost city of the Incas: Machu Picchu. This trip requires a One Day Inca Trail Pass

Group service project in the Cachiccata community combined with visit of Cusco, the Sacred Valley, and Machu Picchu. Participants, side-by-side with the family members, will work on cleaning, repairing, and restoring homes, planting native trees, and visiting school and supporting a healthy breakfast project. We stay in the community campground each night to immerse ourselves in the village life.