Premium Walking & Hiking in Peru

Duration

7 days

Tour Type

Small Group

Accommodations

Unknown

Physical Rating

Average

Guide Language

English

Experience Overview

Journey through Peru on a seven-day Premium hiking adventure through ancient Inca sites and mountain trails, with an experienced and knowledgeable local leader by your side.

Highlights

Spend one day hiking the Inca Trail – once used by Inca travellers to reach the Lost City of the Incas, Machu Picchu and explore Winay Wayna and the Sun Gate along the way.
Indulge in sumptuous meals at Nuna Raymi and Cicciolina – Cusco's renowned farm-to-table sustainable restaurant.
Enjoy the most scenic train ride in peru alongside the Urubamba River and through the Sacred Valley from Ollantaytambo, passing maize crops and fertile terraces carved into the valley walls.
Watch the local women from Paru Paru community perform a traditional Andean ceremony – an ancient ritual called the ‘payment to the Mother Water’, made to honour nature and show gratitude for the land.
Experience beautiful panoramic views from your room during your Feature Stay in Aguas Calientes, nestled in the mountains of Machu Picchu.

Trip Details

Duration

7 days

Transportation

Train,Private vehicle,On foot

Tour Type

Small Group

Guide Language

English

Starts

Cusco, Peru

Finishes

Cusco, Peru

Accommodations

Unknown

Travel Style

Walking & Trekking

Physical Rating

Average

Itinerary

Day 1: Cusco

Bienvenidos! Welcome to Peru. When you arrive at the airport, you’ll be met by a local representative and taken to your hotel. Your adventure starts in Cusco with a welcome meeting at 6 pm tonight. Cusco is the historic heartland and former capital of the Incan Empire. If you arrive early, maybe visit Q'orikancha (Temple of the Sun), an Inca temple later incorporated into the Church of Santo Domingo, or wander through San Blas – a neighborhood of narrow streets, artisan workshops and art galleries. You could even drop into Casa Intrepid and refill your drink bottle or enjoy a coffee within the historic walls of House Casanova Lastarria, featuring Inca interiors, and take some time to acclimatize to the city's 3450-metre high (11,150 ft) altitude. After your meeting, you’ll head to the renowned Cicciolina (a farm-to-table sustainable restaurant that works with local organic farms) for a welcome dinner with your group and leader.

Included Activities:

Complimentary Arrival Transfer
Cusco - Welcome dinner at Cicciolina

Optional Activities:

Cusco - Cathedral Entrance Fee (40 PEN)
Cusco - Pisco Making Urban Adventure (35 USD)
Cusco - Pre-Colombian Museum (20 PEN)
Cusco - Inca Museum (entrance fee) (10 PEN)
Cusco - Cusco Eat Street (Price based on 4 participants) (50 USD)
Cusco - Cusco Cooking Class (70 USD)
Cusco - Coricancha Temple (entrance fee) (20 PEN)

Accommodation:

Aranwa Cusco Boutique Hotel or similar (Number of Nights: 1)

Day 2: Cusco

Today, you’ll explore the Inca’s two most well-known archaeological sites an an ‘acclimatization walk’. First, visit Qenqo – a fascinating place with underground tunnels and carved stone channels that twist and zigzag. Inside, there’s a stone table where it’s believed the Incas once mummified their dead. After visiting Qenqo, enjoy an easy downhill walk back to Cusco. On the way, stop at Sacsayhuaman – a huge ceremonial site built by the Incas. It’s said that over 10,000 workers spent 50 years building it and to this day, no one knows exactly how it was made. Continue your walk to Cristo Blanco – a tall white statue that looks over Cusco (locals call it the protector of the city). Then, head to 7 Borreguitos Street. This picturesque lane is great for photos, so have your camera ready. Continue through San Blas, a traditional area known for its art studios, craft shops and cafes, before continuing to L’atelier (a small cafe near the main square), to enjoy a homemade desert and coffee. The rest of the day is free for you to unwind at the hotel or maybe join your leader for an orientation walk around the rest of town. See iconic sites like the Stone of Twelve Angles at the Inca Roca Palace on Hatun Rumilloc Street and admire Qoricancha – the most sacred Inca temple. Explore the vibrant heart of Cusco at the Plaza de Armas, surrounded by arcades and four historic churches, including the Cusco Cathedral, built in the 16th century.

Included Activities:

Ollantaytambo - Archaeological site
Cusco - Leader-led orientation walk
Cusco - Qenqo Archaeological site
Cusco - Sacsayhuaman Archaeological site

Accommodation:

Aranwa Cusco Boutique Hotel or similar (Number of Nights: 1)

Day 3: Cusco & Kinsa Cocha Lagoon

After breakfast, you’ll travel through the Sacred Valley of the Incas to Pisac. On the way you’ll stop at El Mirador for stunning views over the entire Sacred Valley – a key area of settlement to the Inca. Known for its fertile plains and the high Andes (mountain ranges), the Incas sculpted the mountain flanks with vast contour terracing and irrigation channels. Start your hike outside Pisac, making your way to Kinsa Cocha – a peaceful lagoon tucked high in the Andes, near the local community of Paru Paru. This hike is a perfect alternative if you’re looking for unique trails in Peru. Along the way, you’ll pass two beautiful lagoons – Azul Qocha (the blue lagoon) and Puma Qocha – surrounded by mountain views and Andean plants and wildlife. When you reach the lagoons, watch the local women from Paru Paru perform a traditional Andean ceremony called the ‘payment to the Mamacocha (‘the Mother Water’). This ancient ritual is a way to honour nature and show gratitude for the land. Your hike finishes back in Pisac where you’ll have lunch at a traditional restaurant, before exploring Pisac’s market at your own pace. Wander through the stalls of handmade textiles, local food and traditional clothing before returning to Cusco for the evening.

Included Activities:

Pisac traditional Andean market visit
Kinsa Qocha lagoon guided hike
Kinsa Cocha traditional Andean water ceremony

Accommodation:

Aranwa Cusco Boutique Hotel or similar (Number of Nights: 1)

Day 4: Chincheros & Ollantaytambo

Today, you’ll continue exploring the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Starting with a drive to the small mountain town of Chinchero (3750m), you’ll see Inca ruins, large carved stones and the beautiful adobe church in the town’s main plaza. It is also home to the famous Peruvian weaving you will see throughout your journey. Next, visit a nearby Andean community, where you’ll meet a few friendly llamas before enjoying a mostly downhill hike along an old section of the Inca Trail to Urquillos, stopping at the Poc Poc Waterfall along the way. This section of trail sees very few tourists and is a great way to experience hiking in the valley without the crowds. Then, depending on timing, you’ll have lunch either at a traditional restaurant or at a picnic in a scenic spot with views of the mountains. At the end of the hike, drive to Ollantaytambo (2790m) – a town built over original Inca foundations. When you arrive, take your time to explore on a short orientation walk around town and, if you’re still feeling energetic, perhaps visit the archaeological site, located just next to the main square - the upper terraces offer great views of the town below. Then, head back to your hotel later today and unwind with a well-earned Pisco sour with your fellow travellers.

Included Activities:

Sacred Valley of the Incas visit, including Chinchero village.
Llama interaction in a local community
Old Inca Trail guided hike

Accommodation:

Pakaritampu Hotel or similar (Number of Nights: 1)

Day 5: Inca Trail Trek & Aguas Calientes

Today, you’ll walk what is considered the best section of the famous Inca Trail – the same path once used by Inca messengers and travellers to reach the sacred city of Machu Picchu. Early this morning you’ll ride the train through the Sacred Valley. This train ride is a highlight in itself and one of the most beautiful journeys that visitors can experience as you travel through the Sacred Valley of the Incas and alongside the Urubamba River to Kilometer 104 – the starting point of today’s hike. After checking in at the control point you'll set off, walking along the stone paths originally used by the ancient Incas to move people and goods . Along the way, you’ll explore Chachabamba and then Winay Wayna (2650 m) – one of the most impressive sites on the whole Inca Trail with its carved terraces, temples and water channels. Then, continue for an hour to Intipunku – the Sun Gate. If the weather is clear, you’ll catch your first view of ‘Lost City of the Incas’, Machu Picchu, from above – the perfect vantage point to take in this UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Later today, take a short bus ride down to the town of Aguas Calientes (2040m), where you’ll spend the night in your 4 star feature stay hotel

Included Activities:

Ollantaytambo - 360 degree train to Aguas Calientes
1 Day Inca Trail guided hike

Accommodation:

El Mapi by Inkaterra Hotel or similar (Feature Stay) (Number of Nights: 1)

Day 6: Machu Picchu & Cusco

This morning, you’ll take the bus back up the winding road to Machu Picchu. When you arrive, set off on today’s guided tour of this archaeological site. As you walk, take in the surrounding views of the Andes, cloud forest and the Urubamba River flowing through the valley below. As you walk through the site, your leader will share the story behind its the 200 stone houses, temples and terraces. Later, you’ll take the bus back down to Aguas Calientes, where you’ll have some free time to wander the town at your own pace – maybe visit the local market or relax with a coffee. This afternoon, relax on the scenic train back to Ollantaytambo, then continue by private vehicle to your beautiful hotel in Cusco. Tonight, enjoy a farewell dinner at Nuna Raymi – a sustainable restaurant in Cusco that supports local farmers and uses organic ingredients. Here you'll try dishes inspired by different regions of Peru and taste the classic drink of staple of Peruvian street culture, emoliente (a traditional warm herbal drink made with barley, herbs and spices).

Included Activities:

Machu Picchu - Guided tour
Farewell dinner (Inka banquet) at Nuna Raymi restaurant.

Accommodation:

Aranwa Cusco Boutique Hotel or similar (Number of Nights: 1)

Day 7: Cusco

Your trip comes to an end today. As there are no activities planned, you are welcome to leave at any time. If you would like to stay longer, just speak to your booking agent ahead of time.

Optional Activities:

Cusco - Pisco Making Urban Adventure (35 USD)
Cusco - Rainbow Mountain Hike (Based on 4 participants) (105 USD)
Sacred Valley - Mountain Biking (Price Based on 2 Participants) (170 USD)
Cusco - Cusco Cooking Class (70 USD)
Cusco - Humantay Lake Hike (Based on 4 participants) (130 USD)
Cusco - Full Day Stand Up Paddle Boarding (Based on 4 participants) (85 USD)

Exclusions

Flights to and from origin and destinations
Airport transfers (arrival and departure)
Anything else not explicitly listed in tour inclusions
Recommended gratuities/tipping
Optional activities/tours
Personal expenses
Travel insurance
Visas, meals and beverages not stated in the list of inclusions.

Important Information

Meals

When meals are not included, your tour leader (where available) will be happy to help with restaurant recommendations, bookings, and directions. Please let us know if you have any dietary needs or preferences. We willdo our best to accommodate these, though we cannot guarantee that every request can be met.

Luggage

You are responsible for your personal belongings throughout the tour. You will need to carry your own bags between the vehicle and your hotel room. Drivers will assist with loading and unloading luggage from the vehicle.

Mobility

Travellers requiring wheelchair access should contact our sales and service team, who can make enquiries on your behalf.

Fitness Level

This tour requires an Average level of fitness. Activities are paced gently and include leisure time. You may be expected to join guided walks of up to one hour, navigate short stairways and mild inclines, and manage your own luggage. You should also be able to board and exit all transport without assistance.

Travellers are expected to be self-sufficient and capable of handling all aspects of their journey. Please discuss your circumstances and support needs with your booking agent to confirm this trip is suitable.

If you are unsure, we recommend consulting your doctor before booking or travelling. (Note: I assume each tour has a different description depending on level of fitness required).

Sightseeing

If a planned site visit is unavailable due to changes in operating hours or holiday closures, the itinerary may be altered, or a comparable activity will be substituted where possible and subject to availability.

Visas

Visa conditions can change. Once you receive your travel documents, check with the relevant embassy, consulate, or immigration office of your destination for the latest information.

It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct and valid travel documents and to comply with all entry requirements.
Non-Australian citizens must also confirm visa and identification requirements with the appropriate consulate or visa agency.
Certain occupations (for example, journalists, government officials, or those working in charities) may face additional restrictions when applying for visas, which could affect the type of application required.

Departure Dates & Surcharges: See checkout for live dates and availability.

AUD $5,275

(Tour only)

Per Person Twin Share

Duration: 7 days

Trip Type: Small Group

Activity Level: Average

Journey through Peru on a seven-day Premium hiking adventure through ancient Inca sites and mountain trails, with an experienced and knowledgeable local leader by your side.

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Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 14 Jun 2026

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Tour Operator

Intrepid Travel is a global adventure travel company, dedicated to providing sustainable, experience-rich travel opportunities. They’ve been the leader in ethical, small-group travel since 1989 - taking people around the world for more than 30 years. They’re the world’s largest travel B Corporation - dedicated to being the best travel company for the world. In 2002, they established The Intrepid Foundation so their travellers could make a lasting impact on the communities they had visited. Although Intrepid Travel absorbs all administrative costs of The Intrepid Foundation, they are separate legal entities, allowing The Intrepid Foundation to grow independently. Intrepid Travel is made up of a collection of tour operator brands and 28 destination management companies all united by one vision: To change the way we all see the world.

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