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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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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
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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Mirador de los condores, Colca Canyon
from $1,183
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Arequipa & Colca Canyon

4 Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Relaxed
Explore Peru's highlights during this extension to Arequipa and the Colca Canyon for a rich cultural experience and visit to one of the world's deepest canyons.
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Explore Easter Island
from $1,250
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Classic Easter Island Group tour

5 Day Itinerary
  • See the superb Moai Stone Statues
  • Admire spectacular ancient ruins
  • Discover beautiful volcanoes
Starts / Ends
Easter Island / Hotel Otai
Activity Level
Relaxed
Immerse yourself in the mystical culture, epic landscapes, and ocean views of legendary Easter Island. Visit the mysterious Moai statues, walk and drive around the island’s best natural and archeological sites, and learn more about this fascinating island!
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Fresh produce at a market
from $1,218
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Cusco Gastronomy Tour

6 Day Itinerary
  • Experience a gastronomic tour
  • Explore vibrant Pisac market
  • Discover Machu Picchu's ruins
Starts / Ends
Cusco / Cusco
Activities
Urban Exploration
Activity Level
Relaxed
Savor the essence of Cusco on a 6-day Gastronomy Tour! Delight in the fusion of ancient flavors and modern cuisine while uncovering the secrets of Incan heritage. Wander through the timeless streets, relishing in the allure of historic sites like Sacsayhuamán and the legendary wonder of Machu Picchu.
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Machu Picchu train
from $1,142
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Machu Picchu by Train

4 Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Relaxed
This extension allows our travelers to explore Cusco and Machu Picchu. Spend two nights in Cusco and one night in Machu Picchu Pueblo (formerly called Aquas Calientes). The days in Cusco are free to explore on your own, and a guide will accompany our travelers to Machu Picchu. There is one free day at Machu Picchu without a guide.
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Camping along the Inca Trail
from $7,989
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Luxury Inca Trail

10 Day Itinerary
Activities
Camping
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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Puerto Natales, Patagonia
from $3,450
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Nomads of Patagonia Route

Puerto Montt-Puerto Natales - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MV Skorpios III
  • Visit Puerto Aguirre Village
  • Relax in Quitralco Fjord
  • See Puerto Eden’s footbridges
  • Ride boats to El Brujo Glacier
Starts / Ends
Puerto Montt / Puerto Natales
Activities
Village Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a scenic 8-day Patagonia cruise from Puerto Montt to Puerto Natales aboard MV Skorpios III. Navigate through dramatic channels, fjords, and mountain landscapes. Disembark in Puerto Natales after an unforgettable journey through one of the world’s most beautiful regions.
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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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Machu Picchu Clouds
from $1,881
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Machu Picchu by Train

7 Day Itinerary
  • Watch the sunrise over Machu Picchu
  • Explore Cusco with a local guide
  • Tour the ruins of Ollantaytambo
  • Visit a local textile market
Activity Level
Relaxed
On this 7-day excursion through the Sacred Valley starting in Lima, you'll visit impressive Inca ruins such as Sacsayhuamán near Cusco, then Pisac, and Ollantaytambo. Finally, you'll take the train to Machu Picchu and spend two days exploring the most impressive Inca ruins.
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We couldn't get enough of the rainbow!
from $2,177
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Discover Peru

Machu Picchu & Lake Titicaca - 9 Day Itinerary
  • Learn Inca history at Machu Picchu
  • See Lake Titicaca's floating island
  • Visit prominent Inca sites
  • Tour the colonial city of Cusco
Activity Level
Relaxed
This 9-day expedition tour features an all inclusive Peru vacation package that starts in Lima departing towards Cusco to explore the Sacred Valley and spending two days exploring Machu Picchu. The trip continues on to Lake Titicaca to explore South America's largest lake. If you have a few extra days, extend your trip to explore the Amazon jungle.
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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
Local Market Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Wildlife Viewing, Hiking, Biking, Kayaking, Snorkeling, 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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