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Machu Picchu Trips

Trips that Include the 1-Day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu | Multisport Adventures | Lodge to Lodge Treks | Trek the Inca Trail | Off the Beaten Path Treks | Cultural Trips | Machu Picchu and Galapagos Combinations

Most Popular Machu Picchu Trips

For those looking to see and experience the best of Machu Picchu, Cusco, and the Sacred Valley, and who want to be active and get off the beaten path, this short adventure is the perfect Peru trip. See Cusco like a local, raft the Urubamba's fun whitewater, cycle through the Sacred Valley, and hike the 1-Day Royal Inca Trail to arrive to Machu Picchu on foot. Trip Length: 6 Days Destination: Cusco, the Sacred Valley, & Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, Peru Lodging: Charming & Boutique 3-Star Plus Hotels Activities: Whitewater rafting, mountain biking, hiking, Inca ruins, culture

Unique 5-day Inca Trail Trek itinerary gets you away from the crowds and gives more time to explore ruins Acclimatize for the trek with off the beaten path hikes to explore the best ruins and sites in Cusco and the Sacred Valley in this 9 day adventure Expert guides, cooks, and equipment make this a truly top-notch experience, starting and ending at the Cusco airport Trip Length: 9 Days Destinations: Machu Picchu, Inca Trail, Sacred Valley, Cusco, Peru Lodging: Comfortable camping, & boutique 3-star plus hotels Activities: Trekking, Inca ruins Dates: Trips depart every Saturday, March - December

The Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu and Cusco 5-day trip is a fantastic, less active exploration of Inca ruins and culture, taking in the very best Inca sites in Cusco and the Sacred Valley, and culminating in a deep exploration of the Lost City of the Incas, Machu Picchu. World-class local guides get you off-the-beaten path and away from the crowds for this fascinating exploration of the Inca Empire. Length: 5 Days Destination: Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, & Cusco, Peru Lodging: Boutique, 3-star plus hotels Activities: indigenous markets, Inca ruins, optional hiking

Machu Picchu is an amazing destination, and it definitely should be a part of your travel plans. But, don't just go to Machu Picchu as there is so much more to see and do in the area, all of it fascinating and full of Inca architecture and history. For nuts and bolts information on visiting Machu Picchu, see our Peru Travel Guide. Many people know they want to visit Machu Picchu and they want just a quick trip to see it. We feel this region is so amazing you should give it more time. And, rather than just take a bus tour following the same schedule as loads of other tourists, explore the Sacred Valley, Cusco, and nearby areas by alternative means, whether that means trekking to to Machu Picchu so as to arrive on foot into the Gate of the Sun via the Inca Trail, or exploring nearby ruins by bicycle or on horseback in a multisport adventure, or doing day hikes to fantastic sites while staying in luxury in mountain lodges on a Lodge-Based Trek.    

Hiking Trips Where You Arrive on Foot To Machu Picchu

New: Trek the 1-day Inca Trail arriving in Machu Picchu on foot even when permits for the full Inca Trail trek are sold out! 

Experience the best Inca sites on day hikes around Cusco, the Sacred Valley of the Incas, and Machu Picchu, then relax in in comfortable, local boutique hotels at night. You will experience Peru like no other tourists and you will even get to hike the last day of the Inca Trail to arrive to Machu Picchu on foot via the Gate of the Sun, just like the Incas did centuries ago.  World-class guides will entertain you and enhance your understanding of what you are seeing, giving you a very complete Inca Peru experience. Trip Length: 6 Days Destination: Cusco, the Sacred Valley, & Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, Peru Lodging: Charming & Boutique 3-Star Plus Hotels Activities: Day hikes, Inca ruins

On the Ultimate Lares Trek with 1-Day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, you enjoy Cusco before heading out to trek the Lares Valley where you camp in small, Quechua-speaking villages and interact one-on-one with the direct descendants of the Inca's before hiking the last day of the world-famous Inca Trail to arrive to Machu Picchu on foot via the Gate of Sun. Length: 9 Days Destination: Cusco, Sacred Valley, Lares, 1D Inca Trail, Machu Picchu, Peru Lodging: Comfortable tent camping, boutique hotels Activities: Moderate hiking, cultural interaction, Inca ruins

A fantastic adventure for families who want to experience a little bit of everything in the Machu Picchu and Cusco region: whitewater rafting, hiking, biking and Inca ruins, including arriving on foot into Machu Picchu on the 1-Day Inca Trail trek. Trip Length: 8 Days Destination: Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, 1-day Inca Trail Lodging: boutique hotels Activities: Moderate hike, kayak, stand up paddle board, bike, Inca ruins, cultural experiences

 

Multisport Adventures That Visit Machu Picchu

A fantastic adventure for families who want to experience a little bit of everything in the Machu Picchu and Cusco region: whitewater rafting, hiking, biking and Inca ruins, including arriving on foot into Machu Picchu on the 1-Day Inca Trail trek. Trip Length: 8 Days Destination: Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, 1-day Inca Trail Lodging: boutique hotels Activities: Moderate hike, kayak, stand up paddle board, bike, Inca ruins, cultural experiences

An off-the-beaten-path multisport adventure in the Machu Picchu area that includes hiking, rafting mountain biking, Stand Up Paddleboarding, and even a short homestay with an Andean family. Trip Length: 10 Days Destination: Lima, Cusco, Sacred Valley, Huchuy Qosqo, Machu Picchu Lodging: Boutique hotels & home stay Activities: Trekking, whitewater rafting, Inca ruins, home stay, mountain biking, SUP, cultural interaction

Nine days packed with the best adventures Peru can offer: Apurimac class IV rafting and hiking the famous Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. Length: 9 Days Destination: Cusco, Apurimac River, Inca Trail, Machu Picchu Lodging: Tent camping, 3-star hotels (upgrades available) Activities: Challenging hiking, whitewater rafting, Inca Ruins

 

Lodge-Based Treks That Visit Machu Picchu

Experience the best Inca sites on day hikes around Cusco, the Sacred Valley of the Incas, and Machu Picchu, then relax in in comfortable, local boutique hotels at night. You will experience Peru like no other tourists and you will even get to hike the last day of the Inca Trail to arrive to Machu Picchu on foot via the Gate of the Sun, just like the Incas did centuries ago.  World-class guides will entertain you and enhance your understanding of what you are seeing, giving you a very complete Inca Peru experience. Trip Length: 6 Days Destination: Cusco, the Sacred Valley, & Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, Peru Lodging: Charming & Boutique 3-Star Plus Hotels Activities: Day hikes, Inca ruins

The Lares to Machu Picchu Lodge-To-Lodge Adventure combines great trekking and adventure with cultural immersion, fantastic scenery, and comfortable lodges and great food. Each day of your journey in the Lares Valley you will have the opportunity to tailor your trip from a choice of varied hikes and activities designed to offer both adventure and cultural education, and then at night you will relax in deluxe mountain lodges run in partnership with local communities. Length: 7 or 9 Days Destination: Cusco, Lares Valley, Machu Picchu Lodging: Luxurious private mountain lodges and hotels Activities: Trekking, cultural exploration, optional biking

The Salkantay to Machu Picchu Lodge-To-Lodge Trek is the only trek wherein you hike from one lodge to the next to Machu Picchu.  Most of the luxurious and small lodges are only accessible by hiking. Enjoy time in Cusco to sightsee and acclimate and visit the beautiful Sacred Valley prior to starting your trek. Length: 10 Days Destination: Cusco, Salkantay Trek, Machu Picchu Difficulty: Moderate to Difficult (depending on the day) Class: Luxury

 

Inca Trail Treks to Machu Picchu

The Inca Trail Multisport is an active and adventurous journey that gets you off the beaten path to explore the culture and history of the Incas and their descendants still living in the Machu Picchu area around Cusco and the Sacred Valley.  You will visit the most interesting sites in unusual ways, and at different times, than most tourists, then you will hike the Inca Trail on the 5-day schedule so you avoid the crowds and have time to explore ruins along the way. Length: 9 Days Destination: Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Inca Trail, Peru Lodging: Comfortable tent camping, & boutique 3-star plus hotels Activities: Rafting, mountain biking, Inca ruins, trekking

Unique 5-day Inca Trail Trek itinerary gets you away from the crowds and gives more time to explore ruins Acclimatize for the trek with off the beaten path hikes to explore the best ruins and sites in Cusco and the Sacred Valley in this 9 day adventure Expert guides, cooks, and equipment make this a truly top-notch experience, starting and ending at the Cusco airport Trip Length: 9 Days Destinations: Machu Picchu, Inca Trail, Sacred Valley, Cusco, Peru Lodging: Comfortable camping, & boutique 3-star plus hotels Activities: Trekking, Inca ruins Dates: Trips depart every Saturday, March - December

Trek the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu in ultimate luxury and comfort Gourmet meals, portable showers, even your very own massage therapist ensure your comfort Visit the best sites in Cusco and the Sacred Valley prior to trekking. Trip Length: 9 Days Destinations: Cusco, Inca Trail, Machu Picchu Lodging: 5-Star Hotels & Deluxe tent camping Activities: Challenging multi-day trekking, visiting Inca ruins Dates: This is a private trip just for you and can start on any date (as long as Inca Trail permits are available)

 

Off The Beaten Path Treks That Visit Machu Picchu

This challenging trek goes far off the beaten path to explore the amazing ruins of Choquequirao, high above the Apurimac River. From here you continue to trek past Inca ruins and high Andean peaks to a unique, and spectacular view of Machu Picchu, before then exploring this incredible Inca citadel. Trip Length: 9 Days Destination: Cusco, Choquequirao ruins, Machu Picchu Lodging: Comfortable tent camping, boutique hotels Activities: Very challenging hiking, Inca ruins, cultural interaction

On the Ultimate Lares Trek with 1-Day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, you enjoy Cusco before heading out to trek the Lares Valley where you camp in small, Quechua-speaking villages and interact one-on-one with the direct descendants of the Inca's before hiking the last day of the world-famous Inca Trail to arrive to Machu Picchu on foot via the Gate of Sun. Length: 9 Days Destination: Cusco, Sacred Valley, Lares, 1D Inca Trail, Machu Picchu, Peru Lodging: Comfortable tent camping, boutique hotels Activities: Moderate hiking, cultural interaction, Inca ruins

A quick, off-the-beaten-path multi-activity tour in the Machu Picchu area filled with exciting and challenging adventures each day. Trip Length: 5 Days Destination: Machu Picchu, Peruvian Cloudforest, Andes Lodging: Local hotels Activities: Hiking, whitewater rafting, Inca ruins

 

Less Strenuous Cultural Trips That Visit Machu Picchu

The Peru Explorer is a comprehensive cultural and hiking tour through Southern Peru, exploring the floating islands of Lake Titicaca, the high desert city of Arequipa and the nearby Colca Canyon, one of the world's deepest canyons, Cusco, the stunning and culturally rich Sacred Valley of the Incas, and culminating with a 1-Day Inca Trail hike so that you arrive into Machu Picchu on foot. Length: 13 Days Destination: Arequipa, Colca Canyon, Lake Titicaca, Cusco, Sacred Valley, 1-Day Inca Trail, Machu Picchu Lodging: 3-Star Plus Hotels and Lodges Activities: Inca ruins, cultural experiences, day hikes

See the most impressive Inca ruins, charming Andean villages, and stunning Peruvian countryside on a 5 or 6-day tour that captures all the area's must-see sites.  Choose from budget, boutique, and luxury style tour to make sure you get exactly the type of trip that suits your group. Trip Length: 5 or 6 Days Destination: Machu Picchu, Cusco, Sacred Valley Accommodations: Budget, boutique, or luxury hotels Activites: Cultural tours, Inca ruins, day walks

The Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu and Cusco 5-day trip is a fantastic, less active exploration of Inca ruins and culture, taking in the very best Inca sites in Cusco and the Sacred Valley, and culminating in a deep exploration of the Lost City of the Incas, Machu Picchu. World-class local guides get you off-the-beaten path and away from the crowds for this fascinating exploration of the Inca Empire. Length: 5 Days Destination: Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, & Cusco, Peru Lodging: Boutique, 3-star plus hotels Activities: indigenous markets, Inca ruins, optional hiking

 

Machu Picchu and Galapagos Combination Trips

If you like to discover the wonders of your destination by biking, hiking, rafting, and snorkeling, rather than by taking bus tours, the Galapagos and Machu Picchu Multisport is for you. In Peru your daily adventures will get you off the beaten path to visit remote ruins, see spectacular views, and experience local culture, culminating with hiking the last day of the Inca Trail to arrive in Machu Picchu on foot. In the Galapagos you will paddle, hike, snorkel and bike to different landscapes in search of the Galapagos' iconic wildlife. Trip Length: 15 Days Destinations: Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, & Galapagos Islands Accommodations: 3-star & 3.5-star hotels (12 nights) and comfortable tent camping (2 nights) Activities: Whitewater raft, mountain bike, sea kayak, hike, snorkel, wildlife viewing, Inca ruins

Trek the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu after acclimatizing with off the beaten path hikes to some of the best ruins and sites in Cusco and the Sacred Valley. The unique 5-day Inca Trail Trek itinerary allows you to hike and camp apart from most of the crowds and gives you extra time to explore ruins and at Machu Picchu. Hike, sea kayak, bike and snorkel your way through the Galapagos. By joining onto shared tours (but with your own top-notch guides) you save on logistics while not skimping on quality. This trip offers an ideal mix of active excursions into the park and chill time to explore on your own. Trip Length: 17 Days Destinations: Cusco, Sacred Valley, Inca Trail, Machu Picchu, San Cristobal Island, Isabela Island, Santa Cruz Island Accommodations: 3-star and 3-star plus hotels & comfortable tent camping on the Inca Trail Activities: Trekking, Inca ruins, wildlife viewing, biking, sea kayaking, snorkeling, cultural experiences

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Experience the best Inca sites on day hikes around Cusco, the Sacred Valley of the Incas, and Machu Picchu, then relax in in comfortable, local boutique hotels at night. You will experience Peru like no other tourists and you will even get to hike the last day of the Inca Trail to arrive to Machu Picchu on foot via the Gate of the Sun, just like the Incas did centuries ago. The 16 passenger Beluga Motor Yacht provides a first-class experience in the Galapagos Islands from start to finish. Enchanted Expeditions, operators of the Beluga, has operated in the Galapagos for approximately 30 years and consistently impresses clients with attention to detail and customer service. Sea kayaks on board make this a more active cruise. Trip Length: 13 or 15 Days Destinations: Machu Picchu, Sacred Valley, & Cusco, Peru; and Galapagos Islands, Ecuador Lodging: Boutique & charming hotels, and a first class yacht Activities: Day hikes, Inca ruins, wildlife viewing, snorkeling, naturalist walks, & kayaking

Experience the best Inca sites on day hikes around Cusco, the Sacred Valley of the Incas, and Machu Picchu without the need for camping. Overnight in comfortable, local boutique hotels at night. You will experience Peru like no other tourists and you will even get to hike the last day of the Inca Trail to arrive to Machu Picchu on foot via the Gate of the Sun, just like the Incas did centuries ago. Then head to the Amazon to the Tambopata Research Center (TRC), one of the most remote rainforest lodges in South America. The lodge is situated inside an uninhabited area of the Tambopata National Reserve and next to the Bahajua-Sonene National Park. The surrounding rainforest ecosystem remains pristine, and the lodge is adjacent to one of the largest parrot and macaw clay licks in the world, making for incredible bird and wildlife viewing. Trip Length: 11 Days Destination: Cusco, the Sacred Valley, Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, & the Amazon Lodging: Charming & Boutique 3-Star Plus Hotels & Lodges Activities: Day hikes, Inca ruins, cultural experiences, wildlife viewing

Introducing our new 8-day Yoga and Wellness Experience to Machu Picchu—a combination of exhilarating hikes, wellness workshops, and focused yoga practices—along with unique, meaningful cultural immersion and interaction with our Andean neighbors for a holistic journey like no other. Length: 8 Days Destinations: Cusco, the Sacred Valley, the Lares Valley, Machu Picchu Lodging: Luxurious mountain lodges and hotels Activities: Yoga, meditation, wellness, hiking, Inca ruins, markets, cultural experiences

Hike the best trails around Cusco and the Sacred Valley of the Incas, plus a hike to Machu Picchu on the 1-Day Royal Inca Trail. Then explore three unique islands in the Galapagos by kayak, stand up paddle board (optional), snorkel, bike, and hiking on a 6-day land-based Galapagos adventure. A perfect 13 Day Galapagos and Machu Picchu adventure! Trip Length: 13 Days Destination: Cusco, Sacred Valley, Royal Inca Trail, Machu Picchu, Santa Cruz Island, Isabela Island, San Cristobal Island Lodging: 3-Star Hotels in the Galapagos, 3-Star Plus Hotels in Peru Activities: Wildlife viewing, snorkeling, hiking, optional surfing or boogie boarding, optional Scuba diving, optional kayaking, optional stand up paddle boarding, Inca ruins, markets, cultural experiences

For those who want to see and do a lot, but don’t have a ton of time, this adventure combo is perfect. Explore the history of the Incas in Cusco, the Sacred Valley of the Incas  by whitewater rafting, hiking, and mountain biking before finally hiking the last day of the Inca Trail to arrive to Machu Picchu on foot through the Gate of the Sun. Hike, SUP, bike, kayak and snorkel your way across 3 diverse islands in the Galapagos Islands on this action packed 6-day multisport adventure, checking out the Galapagos’ iconic wildlife all along the way. Trip Length: 13 Days Destinations: Cusco, Sacred Valley, Royal Inca Trail, Machu Picchu, Santa Cruz Island, Isabela Island, San Cristobal Island Lodging: 3-Star Hotels in the Galapagos, 3-Star Plus Hotels in Peru Activities: Wildlife viewing, snorkeling, hiking, optional surfing or boogie boarding, optional Scuba diving, optional kayaking, optional stand up paddle boarding, Inca ruins, markets, cultural experiences

Actively explore 3 islands in the Galapagos to see the iconic wildlife Unique 5-day Inca Trail Trek to Machu Picchu Hike off the beaten path to explore Cusco & the Sacred Valley Trip Length: 16 Days Destinations: Santa Cruz, Isabela, & San Cristobal Islands, Galapagos; Cusco, Sacred Valley, Inca Trail, & Machu Picchu, Peru Lodging: 3-star hotels in the Galapagos, 3-star plus hotels in Peru, & comfortable tent camping on the Inca Trail Activities: Wildlife viewing, snorkeling, hiking, optional surfing or boogie boarding, optional Scuba diving, optional kayaking, optional stand up paddle boarding, multi-day trekking, Inca ruins Dates: Trips begin every Sunday, March to December

For the adventurous family this is the ultimate active Galapagos Islands and Machu Picchu adventure. Designed with families in mind, you will experience the best of Machu Picchu and the Cusco area by hiking, stand up paddle boarding, chocolate making, traditional barbecues, and Inca ruins, including arriving on foot into Machu Picchu on the 1-Day Inca Trail trek. Next you'll hike, sea kayak, and snorkel your way through three different Galapagos Islands, seeing all of the incredible wildlife up close. Trip Length: 14 Days Destination: San Cristobal Island, Isabela Island and Santa Cruz Island in the Galapagos Islands, and Cusco, the Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, and the 1-day Inca Trail in Peru Lodging: 3-star and 3-star plus hotels Activities: Day hikes, sea kayaking, snorkeling, biking, Inca ruins, stand up paddle boarding, wildlife viewing

A challenging and rewarding lodge-to-lodge trek to one of the most scenic and sacred Andean peaks.  A combination of demanding hikes, authentic cultural experiences, and diverse alpine scenery. The local operator is also committed to making this as socially and ecologically sustainable a trip as possible. Enjoy time in Cusco, the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu to sightsee and acclimate prior to starting your trek. Trip Length: 8-11 Days Destination: Cusco, the Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Ausangate, Peru Lodging: 4-star mountain lodges, 3 star plus hotels in towns Activities: Multi-day trekking, culture, ruins

Trek the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu in ultimate luxury and comfort Gourmet meals, portable showers, even your very own massage therapist ensure your comfort Visit the best sites in Cusco and the Sacred Valley prior to trekking. Trip Length: 9 Days Destinations: Cusco, Inca Trail, Machu Picchu Lodging: 5-Star Hotels & Deluxe tent camping Activities: Challenging multi-day trekking, visiting Inca ruins Dates: This is a private trip just for you and can start on any date (as long as Inca Trail permits are available)

The Salkantay trek is the classic alternative to the Inca Trail, traversing high along the flanks of snow covered Apu Salkantay, one of the highest peaks in the region, before descending into the cloudforest and high jungle near Machu Picchu. The scenery is dramatic, from high Andean peaks to a unique view of the backside of Machu Picchu, and then, of course, Machu Picchu itself. Length: 9 Days Destination: Machu Picchu, Salkantay, Cusco, Sacsayhuaman, Tambo Machay, Sacred Valley, Moray, Maras Salt Pans, Aguas Calientes Lodging: Comfortable camping, 3-star plus hotels Activities: Multi-day trek, day hikes, Inca ruins, cultural experiences

A quick, off-the-beaten-path multi-activity tour in the Machu Picchu area filled with exciting and challenging adventures each day. Trip Length: 5 Days Destination: Machu Picchu, Peruvian Cloudforest, Andes Lodging: Local hotels Activities: Hiking, whitewater rafting, Inca ruins

Why hike before seeing Machu Picchu when you can bomb down thrilling and technical singletrack for days on end? Trip Length: 9 Days Destinations: Cusco, Sacred Valley, & Machu Picchu Lodging: 3-Star Plus Boutique Hotels Activities: Mountain biking, Inca ruins, cultural experiences

Bike from the world's highest navigable lake to the Lost City of the Incas on this challenging cross country bike journey across the altiplano to Machu Picchu. Trip Length: 12 Days Destinations: Lake Titicaca, altiplano, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Cusco Lodging: 3-Star plus hotels, homestay, and comfortable tent camping Activities: Mountain bike touring, Inca ruins, cultural experiences

Nine days packed with the best adventures Peru can offer: Apurimac class IV rafting and hiking the famous Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. Length: 9 Days Destination: Cusco, Apurimac River, Inca Trail, Machu Picchu Lodging: Tent camping, 3-star hotels (upgrades available) Activities: Challenging hiking, whitewater rafting, Inca Ruins