South America Cultural, religious and historic sites Trips in 2025/2026

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Ultimate Inca Trail

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See the Andes and then some on this incredible Inca extravaganza. Conquer the Lares Valley Trek and the Inca Trail (plus Machu Picchu) in 6 jaw-droppingly splendid days. Visit some of the most isolated communities in Latin America. Absorb yourself in a world of ancient cities, glacial lakes, waterfalls and mountain views. Plus ancient hot springs. And LOTS of llamas.

Walking tours

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Camping, Hotel, Tent, Lodge

Age Range

18-35 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Cusco, Inca Trail, Lares Valley

Cusco, Inca Trail, Lares Valley, Ollantaytambo

Duration6 days

From

USD 1,445

USD 1,402

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USD 43

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Peru Uncovered

(1 review )

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Initially before booking the trip I thought it was extremely overpriced. However(our tour guide) was fantastic. He made the trip worth every penny and was extremely organised and knowledgeable. The locations were great, and the activities were really cool. was a fantastic character, and became a friend by ensuring we all had fun. He looked after and catered for everyone’s needs and requirements, promoting safety above all else, and more than once went the extra mile to ensure we all had a great time (joining myself at CrossFit and his traditional dance moves were personal highlights). I hope he gets the recognition he deserves, as I would love to book a similar trip with Contiki in future because of this great experience. I would also recommend that you include huacachina in future - I went there on my own and it was one of the coolest experiences - maybe this could be added as an extra at the beginning of the trip.

Adventure

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Lodge, Home-stay

Age Range

18-35 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Lima, Cusco, Puerto Maldonado, S

Lima, Cusco, Puerto Maldonado, Sacred Valley, Aguas Calientes, Arequipa, Puno

Duration14 days

From

USD 3,445

USD 3,342

Saving

USD 103

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Private Sacred Valley of the Incas Tour

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Enjoy the best places of the Sacred Valley of the Incas in a Private Tour. Our representative will pick you up from your hotel at 8:00 am and drive you through the mountains on the way to Pisac. We will stop along the way at a viewpoint from which you can enjoy great views of the valley. Once in Pisac, you can wander through its famous artisan market as well as its archaeological centre before it is time to continue to the town of Urubamba, where we will stop for an amazing buffet lunch in a nice tourist restaurant. Next on the itinerary is the famous archaeological site of Ollantaytambo, known for its ruins of a massive Inca fortress. Learn more about the history of this place from your tour guide before we return back to Cusco with a stopover at Chinchero, a town known for its weavers as well as Inca ruins. Your trip comes to an end at your hotel in Cusco at 06:30 pm.

Cultural, religious and historic sites

Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

1-79 yrs

Operated in

english, portuguese, spanish

Destinations

Cusco, Machu Picchu, Pisac

Duration1 day

From

USD 230

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Classic Peru

4.8

(33 reviews )

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An excellent introduction to Peru. While the highlight of the trip was our visit to Machu Picchu this was a well constructed itinerary with so many highlights covering the landscape, wildlife and history of the country. The accommodation, transport and food were of a high standard, of course with some variations depending on the local environment. The tour leader, Hector, was exceptional, both professional and personable and did his best to maximise our experience. Our concerns with the effect of altitude were needless since every effort was made to ensure full acclimatisation. We also benefited from a lovely group of fellow travellers from the UK and Australia. We flew out a day early so that we could look round Lima and would highly recommend. We also took the Amazon extension staying at the Inkaterra Field station which were enjoyed although there were shortcomings in the itinerary against that described in the brochure. It is also worth considering the optional trips on the second day of Machu Picchu: although it says that this needs to be selected at the time of booking some of the group had been able to book this at a later time. Finally, we have done a number of Explore trips and would rate this one in the highest category.

Active and outdoor Rafting

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Guest House, Home-stay

Age Range

16-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Cusco, Lima, Machu Picchu, Arequ

Cusco, Lima, Machu Picchu, Arequipa, Chivay, Puno, Lake Titicaca, Sacred Valley

Duration14 days

From

USD 3,030

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Inca Trail Trek

4.9

(13 reviews )

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Arturo was a fantastic leader and guide. Knowledgable, helpful, caring, experienced and amusing. This was my 11th Explore holiday and Arturo is up there with the best guides. The porters and cooks are heroes - we were very happy to tip them generously. The itinerary was perfect, though no one should underestimate the challenge of around ten hours walking on day three. Cusco hotel staff were fine but the layout around a central atrium means the rooms are very noisy. The hotel near Machu Picchu was lovely but the staff were rude, unhelpful and disinterested. Overall I’d fully recommend this trip - but be sure to get into shape beforehand and consider your kit carefully.

Active and outdoor

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Tent, Camping

Age Range

16-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Cusco, Llaqtapata, Llulluchapamp

Cusco, Llaqtapata, Llulluchapampa, Phuyupatamarca, Machu Picchu

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Duration9 days

From

USD 2,070

USD 1,820

Saving

USD 250

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Extraordinary Cusco : Small Group Tour

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The country of the Incas invites you to explore its natural and cultural riches. Join this 6-day tour to explore some of the wonders of Peru. Arrive in Cusco and allow your body to acclimatize to its altitude. Travel to the Sacred Valley, a 60km stretch that, along with Cusco and Machu Picchu, was the centre of the Inca Empire. Enjoy your journey to Machu Picchu aboard the Vistadome. See the beauty of the region along the way. Visit the salt mines of Maras where salt has been harvested since the time of the Incas. Take a trip to the natural wonder that is Rainbow Mountain (also known as Vinicunca). Tour Cusco at the end of your trip. We will provide you with a drop-off service to the airport from where you can catch your flight back home.

Natural landmarks sightseeing

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

5-79 yrs

Operated in

english, spanish

Destinations

Cusco, Machu Picchu, Pisac, Vini

Cusco, Machu Picchu, Pisac, Vinicunca Rainbow Mountain Trek, Aguas Calientes, Moray, Sacred Valley

Duration6 days

From

USD 1,670

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Classic Cusco Tour

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Join us on this 5-day tour of the 'Country of the Incas. Explore some of the major natural and cultural landmarks of Peru. Start your trip from Cusco, an important Inca city. Allow yourself to acclimatize for a day. Take a trip to the Sacred Valley which, along with Cusco and Machu Picchu, was a major centre of the Inca Empire. Take the Vistadome train and travel to Machu Picchu. Enjoy beautiful sceneries along the way. Drive to the salt mines of Maras, which has produced salt since the time of the Incas. You will have the opportunity to enjoy a guided tour of Cusco at the end of your trip. See major Inca temples and ruins in the city. Once the tour is over, we will provide you with a drop-off service to the airport from where you can catch your flight back home.

Natural landmarks sightseeing

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

5-79 yrs

Operated in

english, spanish

Destinations

Cusco, Machu Picchu, Pisac, Agua

Cusco, Machu Picchu, Pisac, Aguas Calientes, Moray, Sacred Valley

Duration5 days

From

USD 1,410

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Essential Cusco: Small Group Tour

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Join us on this 4-day guided tour of Cusco and see all the major highlights of the area. Start by travelling to the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Comprising fertile farmlands and small villages, this was one of the major centres of the Inca Empire. Travel to Machu Picchu. Take the Vistadome train and enjoy beautiful sceneries on the way. Explore the ruins of this famous Inca citadel, first with your guide and then on your own, before returning to Cusco. Take a tour of Cusco and visit the highlights of this city including the Inca ceremonial site of Sacsayhuaman; Qenqo, which houses subterranean passages and a mummification site; Tambomachay, a temple dedicated to the God of Water; as well as the Cathedral of Cusco. Enjoy our transfer service to the airport after the tour comes to an end.

Natural landmarks sightseeing

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

5-79 yrs

Operated in

english, spanish

Destinations

Cusco, Machu Picchu, Pisac, Agua

Cusco, Machu Picchu, Pisac, Aguas Calientes, Sacred Valley

Duration4 days

From

USD 1,180

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Ultimate Inca Trail

Peru Uncovered

Private Sacred Valley of the Incas Tour

Classic Peru

Inca Trail Trek

Extraordinary Cusco : Small Group Tour

Classic Cusco Tour

Essential Cusco: Small Group Tour

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