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Travel to Peru's Machu Picchu with Adventure Life and experience the magic of this ancient Incan citadel on one of these 23 extraordinary hiking trips for 2026 and 2027. Located in the Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu is a breathtakingly beautiful setting that offers hikers an opportunity to explore its mist-covered ruins, lush jungles, and winding trails. As you wander through this remarkable landscape, you'll be captivated by its unique history and culture. From discovering sacred temples to crossing high Andean passes – each step will bring you closer to understanding why Machu Picchu has become an iconic symbol of Peruvian identity. Our Machu Picchu hiking trips start at $1,700, allowing you to explore this magical place at your own pace. Adventure Life ensures your safety, comfort, and enjoyment while revealing Peru’s stunning beauty in a responsible and sustainable way. Contact one of our Peru hiking specialists today for help planning your next seamless trip!
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Couple looks out over Machu Picchu
from $1,700
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Inca Trail Express

5 Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Challenging
This 5-day trip spends 4 days hiking the Inca Trail then visits Machu Picchu for a full day exploring the ruins. Hike with expert guides and enjoy deluxe camping to assure the best possible experience. Travelers are required to spend a minimum of two nights at high altitude before the trek, usually in Cusco, Sacred Valley, or Lake Titicaca.
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Mt Veronica - It is a beautiful mountain!
from $4,060
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Salkantay & Classic Inca Trail Trek

12 Day Itinerary
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Lima / Lima
Activity Level
Challenging
This 12-day trek takes you along the legendary route of the Inca Trail, through the Sacred Valley and exploring the traditional colonial town of Cusco - hiking through mountain passes, glacier carved valleys, and ultimately leading to the renowned Sun Gate of Machu Picchu.
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Hiking to Machu Picchu on the Inca Trail
from $2,490
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Short Inca Trail Hike To Machu Picchu

7 Day Itinerary
  • Explore Cusco
  • Watch the sunrise at Machu Picchu
  • Visit Sacsayhuamán
  • Hike the Inca Trail
Activity Level
Challenging
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!).
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Our guide as the sun breaks through the clouds
from $4,700
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Inca Pathways

Inca Trail - 13 Day Itinerary
  • Explore floating islands
  • Visit the highlights of Cusco
  • Tour pre-Colombian salt mines
  • Trek the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu
Activities
Camping, 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.
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Enjoying a mountain bike ride
from $5,376
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Sacred Valley & Lake Titicaca Multisport

12 Day Itinerary
  • Whitewater raft the Urubamba River
  • Bike past lakes, farms, & villages
  • Trek the Queñua Sundur Valley
  • Kayak around Lake Titicaca
Activity Level
Moderate
This active 12-day tour through Peru blends exhilarating multi-sport adventures like whitewater rafting, kayaking, hiking, trekking, and mountain biking around Cusco & the Sacred Valley climaxing in an unforgettable trip to Machu Picchu. Then, travel south to Puno and go sea kayaking on Lake Titicaca visiting Amantani and Ticonata Islands.
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Lodge to Lodge Salcantay Trek
from $4,672
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Lodge to Lodge Salkantay Trek

Peru Small Group Tour - 11 Day Itinerary
  • Explore historic Cusco
  • Trek the varied Andean terrain
  • Stay in luxury lodges along the way
  • Explore the ruins of Machu Picchu
Activity Level
Challenging
This 11-day trip along the legendary Salkantay Trail to Machu Picchu hosts you in luxury lodges as you visit such iconic archaelogical sites and towns like Colpa Lodge, Lucma Lodge, Wayra Lodge, Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu Pueblo), Cusco, and Lima, filled with adventure and trekking to take you through these breathtaking landscapes.
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Machu Picchu at sunrise
from $2,780
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Classic Inca Trail

10 Day Itinerary
  • Trek the classic Inca Trail
  • Explore the highlights of Cusco
  • Visit several Inca ruin sites
  • Watch the sunrise over Machu Picchu
Activity Level
Challenging
Follow in the footsteps of the Inca on this classic 10-day Inca Trail Trek. Acclimatize for three days as you explore Inca ruins and bargain at busy Andean markets in Cusco and the Sacred Valley before embarking on the 4-day 25 mile (40km) trek on the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. Spend a full day-and-a-half in the ruins of Machu Picchu before returning to Cusco on the train.
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Camping along the Inca Trail
from $7,989
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Luxury Inca Trail

10 Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Challenging
Hike the Inca Trail in style and comfort. This 10-day Inca Trail trek & exploration of Andean Peru is combined with an upscale camping experience offering comfortable cots, hot water showers, and fine cuisine served under a portable dining tent. Top-shelf service and highly knowledgeable guides assure your once-in-a-lifetime trip to Machu Picchu is perfect.
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Explore!
from $3,051
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Andean Multisport with Machu Picchu

9 Day Itinerary
  • 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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Whitewater Rafting
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.
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Sun Gate and La Veronica
from $2,997
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Cachiccata Trek

Alternative Inca Trail - 10 Day Itinerary
  • Encounter local people as you trek
  • View the Urubamba mountain range
  • Explore the Inca stronghold, Cusco
  • Take in the ruins of Machu Picchu
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!
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Machu Picchu
from $4,588
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Lodge-Based Machu Picchu Multisport Adventure

Small Group Departure - 9 Day Itinerary
  • Hike from Cusco to Sacsayhuaman
  • Experience biking or zipline
  • Horseback ride in Sacred Valley
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.
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A pair of friendly sea lions
from $11,002
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Galapagos Islands – In Darwin’s Footsteps plus Machu Picchu

Lima to Quito - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Santa Cruz II
  • Discover Machu Picchu
  • Travel Charles Darwin's footsteps
  • Cruise Galapagos Islands
  • Discover wildlife on land and sea
Starts / Ends
Lima / Quito
Activities
Hiking, Local Market Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Biking, Kayaking, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing, Citizen Science, Land & Sea Exploration
Activity Level
Variable
Travel from Lima, Peru, to the Galapagos and Quito on this 14-day adventure aboard Santa Cruz II. You explore Machu Picchu, Cusco, and the Sacred Valley before cruising the Galapagos Islands and encountering iconic wildlife.
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