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Sacred Land of the Incas
15 days • 4.9
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342 reviews
15 days
Start
Lima, Peru
Finish
La Paz, Bolivia
Trip Code
GGSQ
Min Age
15
Trip Size
1 - 16
Physical Rating
Meals
14 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 6 dinners
Transport
Boat, Public Bus, Canoe, Plane, Private vehicle
Accommodation
Camping (with basic facilities) (3 nights), Homestay (1 night), Hotel (8 nights), Jungle Lodge (2 nights)
From £2,229(15 days)
Trip Informations
Why you’ll love this trip
Choose your own adventure on your way to the mother of all Inca cities – Machu Picchu, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Test yourself on the challenging Classic Inca or Inca Quarry trails or take the train for a more leisurely experience.
Visit the evergreen Amazon. Explore rainforest trails with a local guide, look out for wildlife and medicinal plants, and stay in a tranquil jungle lodge overnight.
Sleep in a mud-brick hut on the shore of vast, ancient Lake Titicaca during a homestay in a traditional Andean community and visit the floating reed islands of Uros.
Explore hectic La Paz, where Indigenous Aymara and Quechua traditions flourish in contemporary Bolivia – a living example of the resilient traditional communities of South America.
Trek the Inca Trail, Inca Quarry Trail or take the scenic train route – either way, you'll be travelling responsibly with a company that cares about balancing profit and purpose. Tuuur is the largest B Corp certified operator on the Inca Trail and we’re committed to operating our treks for the benefit of all.
Is this trip right for you?
This trip visits places that are at high altitude, and as a result some people can suffer from altitude sickness, regardless of age or physical health. Please see the Medical and health information section of the Essential Trip Information for more detail.
This trip involves a lot of walking to see the sites, and if you trek the Inca Trail or Quarry Trail, there'll be strenuous hiking. The trip is recommended for those with a good level of fitness. Please bring comfortable footwear suitable to hiking. See the ‘Packing’ section of the Essential Trip Information for more detail.
For those who trek the Inca Trail or Quarry Trail, you'll be camping with basic facilities. It's definitely the journey as well as the final destination (Machu Picchu) that makes this way of exploring Peru worthwhile.
Temperatures in the Amazon can fluctuate from daytime humidity to night-time chill. Insects, especially mosquitoes, are common. We recommend tropical-strength insect repellent and light cotton clothing that covers your arms and legs, with warmer layers for the evening.
This trip forms part of many longer combination trips. Some of your fellow travellers may have started earlier or be travelling further, and some will be doing different routes to Machu Picchu.
According to Machu Picchu visiting regulations all visitors to Machu Picchu must follow a pre-determined circuit within the site as a way to relieve crowding. The circuit-based entrance tickets are available on a first come first serve basis. We will do all that is possible to get everyone traveling in a group on the same route, but be aware that it is possible that members of the same group might be visiting Machu Picchu on a different circuit and not be together during this visit. Once the guided visit concludes, visitors must exit the site and personal exploration of Machu Picchu is not permitted.
Travellers who choose different ways of reaching Machu Picchu (Inca Trail, Quarry Trail or Train), will not follow the same routes within Machu Picchu. This means that you may not be able to have photos together, overlooking Machu Picchu. This applies to travellers on the same booking or separate bookings.
Can't decide which trek is for you? Read up on them here: https://www.tuuur.com/adventures/inca-trail-vs-quarry-trail/  Inca trail permits are limited and it's important to book well in advance, read more about it here: https://www.tuuur.com/adventures/inca-trail-permit/ https://www.tuuur.com/adventures/inca-trail-vs-quarry-trail/ (https://www.tuuur.com/adventures/inca-trail-vs-quarry-trail/) https://www.tuuur.com/adventures/inca-trail-permit/ (https://www.tuuur.com/adventures/inca-trail-permit/)
Itinerary
See Machu Picchu from all angles on a high-flying Peruvian adventure
The wonders of Peru and Bolivia await as you walk beneath the Amazon Jungle's lush canopy, trek the llama-filled plains of the Sacred Valley and stroll the cobblestone streets of Cusco on this 15-day journey from Lima to La Paz. Search for monkeys and medicinal plants in the Amazon, tackle the ancient road to Machu Picchu, experience a homestay in a traditional community on the shore of Lake Titicaca and finish in La Paz, where Indigenous communities continue to form the city’s cultural fabric. With the option to see Machu Picchu by trek or by train, plus the expert knowledge of local leaders, this trip will no doubt leave you breathless – in more ways than one.
Inclusions
Meals
14 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 6 dinners
Transport
Boat, Public Bus, Canoe, Plane, Private vehicle
Accommodation
Camping (with basic facilities) (3 nights), Homestay (1 night), Hotel (8 nights), Jungle Lodge (2 nights)
Included activities
Lima - Leader-led walking tour
Amazon Jungle - Jungle activities
Cusco - Leader-led orientation walk
Sacred Valley - Community visit & lunch
Sacred Valley - Snack & drink at AMA Restaurant social enterprise
3 Night/4 Day Inca Trail (or 2 Night/3 Day Inca Quarry Trail) guided hike(s) with porters' support. Or guided Cusco stay (Machu Picchu by train)
Machu Picchu - Entrance and guided tour
Lake Titicaca - Boat tour & Homestay
La Paz - Orientation Walk
Optional activities
Lima - Museum of the Inquisition - Free
Lima - Archaeological Museum (entrance fee) - PEN15
Lima - Coast Biking Tour - Urban Adventure (Price based on 2 participants) - USD52
Lima - Guided tour of San Francisco Monastery, including The Catacombs Admission Fee - PEN20
Lima - Private: Home Cooked Tour Ceviche experience Urban Adventure (Based on 2 Participants) - USD85
Lima - Lima Discovery + San Francisco and Pisco Sour - Urban Adventures (Price based on 2 participants) - USD39
Lima - Lima Eat Street (Based on 4 participants) - USD75
Lima - Private Larco Museum (Based on 4 participants) - USD50
Lima - Lima Pisco Making (Based on 4 participants) - USD35
Lima - Bohemian Barranco (Based on 4 participants) - USD75
Lima - Lima Water Show (Based on 4 participants) - USD40
Ollantaytambo - Archaeological site - PEN70
Cusco - Full Boleto Turistico Pass (access to 16 archaeological sites, transport & guides not included) - PEN135
Cusco - Half Boleto Turistico Pass (access to selected archaeological sites, transport & guides not included) - PEN75
Cusco - Coricancha Temple (entrance fee) - PEN15
Cusco - Cathedral Entrance Fee - PEN40
Cusco - Rainbow Mountain Hike (Based on 4 participants) - USD105
Cusco - Full Day Via Ferrata & Zipline - USD95
Cusco - Pisco Making Urban Adventure (Based on 2 participants) - USD57
Cusco - Full Day Stand Up Paddle Boarding (Based on 4 participants) - USD85
Sacred Valley - Mountain Biking (Price Based on 2 Participants) - USD170
Cusco - Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain Hike (Based on 4 paticipants) - USD100
Cusco - Humantay Lake Hike (Based on 4 participants) - USD130
Cusco - Cusco Cooking Class - USD70
Cusco - 4 Ruins + Qorikancha (Price based on 4 participants) - USD40
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Important notes
1. There are a limited number of Inca Trail permits so we recommend booking well in advance.
2. Full passport details are required at the time of booking. The passport you travel with must match the booking details provided to us. This will be used to apply for your Inca Trail permit, and if any info doesn’t match your passport, the Inca authorities will refuse your entry. Delays in providing this information or changes made after booking may incur fees and changes to your itinerary. Availability of other options cannot be guaranteed.
3. At the time of booking, please advise whether you would like to hike the classic Inca Trail, Quarry Trail or take the train. If you don’t advise us of your preference, hiking the Inca Trail will be selected for you as the default option, when Inca Trail permits are available.
4. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement excludes Days 2 & 3 (Amazon Jungle) and Day 12 (Homestay) where you will be in shared accommodation and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information
5. This trip starts in Lima on Day 1 at 2pm.
6. The Inca Trail closes in February to allow cleaning and restoration works. If the trek portion of your trip starts in February, you will be automatically booked to hike the Quarry Trail.
7. As you can choose different ways of reaching Machu Picchu (Inca Trail, Quarry Trail or Train), you may be joined by other Tuuur and/or non-Tuuur travellers. There is also a small chance you may be the only traveller from your group on your selected option.
8. Passport holders of the United States and South Africa need a visa to enter Bolivia. We recommend that you obtain this visa in advance from your nearest Bolivian embassy. Not obtaining the visa in advance is likely to cause long delays at the border. Please refer to the Passports, visa and entry requirements section of the Essential Trip information for more details.
9. According to Machu Picchu visiting regulations all visitors must follow a pre-determined circuit within the site as a way to relieve crowding. The circuit-based entrance tickets are available on a first come first serve basis. For travellers who opted for the Quarry Trail and Train options we will endeavour to get everyone traveling in a group on the same circuit. Regardless of the circuit you will enjoy the beauty and grandeur of the site. Travellers completing the Inca Trail will enter Machu Picchu via the Sun Gate with a guided tour taking place on circuit 5.
Reviews (331)
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Lucy
Jun 07, 2025
If you get JP as your guide the trip will be amazing! He made the trip so special and memorable. The last day ending in la Paz is a little disappointing but the rest of the itinerary was fantastic. Thank you!
Claire
Jun 01, 2025
Just be prepared to feel unsettled the whole trip as the iternery is jam-packed but this is because you do a lot in a short period of time. There are a lot of early mornings but this means early nights and lovely sunrises! You get to see the most amazing wildlife and see how the locals live. Take local currency! The inca trail is incredible and the food is even better.
Chris
May 31, 2025
This tour has everything from amazing scenery to bucket list destinations. Intrepid were so professional in their organisational skills that it made the trip so enjoyable for us. It’s mentally and physically challenging but tests your resilience and we could not have chosen a better company
Brian
May 21, 2025
This is an incredible and comprehensive tour of the extensive beauty, history and culture that Peru has to offer. From the Amazon jungle and it's amazing wildlife, to the cultural and historical importance of the former Incan capital of Cusco, to the spiritual and ancient Incan citadel of Machu Picchu - it is easy to see why this is one of the (new) seven wonders of the world. Seeing Puno and Lake Titicaca is also an incredible aspect of this tour before finally finishing in La Paz, Bolivia. So much beauty, knowledge and culture to be experienced along the way. Enjoy!
Ioana
May 17, 2025
An unforgettable tour made even more special thanks to our amazing guide Miguel! He took such great care of us every step of the way—knowledgeable, warm, and always going the extra mile. The itinerary, food, and group experience were all fantastic. I’d travel with Intrepid again in a heartbeat!
Jack
May 16, 2025
This was a great trip and covered a lot of ground across Peru. The Amazon and the Inca Trail leading to Machu Picchu being particular highlights. Our guide Miguel was a pleasure to travel with and was incredibly helpful. This was our first Intrepid trip and we’re already looking to our next one.
MARIE
May 12, 2025
As a solo female traveller and first time travelling to South America- I had an amazing and immersive experience into the Peruvian culture. I originally came for the Inca Trail hike to Machu Picchu as one of my long time dream but had an absolute surprise to explore other amazing places in Peru. I will definitely be back and explore the country further. Grateful to have had the best group of people in my tour who all supported and cared for each other's needs. Miguel- our Tour leader did well as his first intrepid group expedition. Thank you!
Nicholas
May 10, 2025
A great way to get under the skin of Perú. Its culture, its food, its landscapes. Excellent all round
Vicki
May 10, 2025
This tour was exceptional. Very well organised and Daniel is a great tour guide. He went the extra mile to give advice on where to eat etc and he was very approachable and nothing too much trouble for him.
Sabine
May 10, 2025
A culture-rich, bucket list worthy trip that will leave you with memories for a lifetime, and new friendships for life. An opportunity to see some of Peru's many spectacular sights, and be immersed in the vibrant local culture and cuisine. Highly highly recommend!
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