Hiking the Inca Trail

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Such an amazing holiday. Jose at True Mountain Traveler made it such an excellent experience and provided a lot of care and patience to us. You also get to meet wonderful likeminded people who love the outdoors just as much as you. Highly recommended. Just make sure you arrive a few days before to acclimate to the high altitude.

Holly V. | Traveled in May

5 - Excellent

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6 daysDuration

Group TourJoin a group of travelers

48 peopleMaximum group size

18 - 35 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Challenging

Demands good physical fitness and stamina for more intense or extended activities.

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Ends

Cusco, Peru

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Highlights

Cusco: Your chance to pick up some mementos at San Pedro Markets and then see Cusco Cathedral, San Blas and Coricancha.

Cusco: It’s always best to hang out with someone who knows the trail inside out. That way, we can concentrate on taking epic pics.

Cusco: Woo hoo! We’re getting all starry-eyed as we talk to the rest of the Contiki crew about the life-changing moment we’re about to experience. So get your Inca Trail Permit from your Trip Manager and let's get started!

Cusco: We’ve got your back when it comes to organising all the camping stuff. So just bring your fabulous self and a cozy sleeping bag (not included with the rest of the equipment). And maybe some Pringles?

Machu Picchu: It’s the moment you’ve been waiting for! Time to explore the Incan citadel with your new Contiki fam. #travelgoals

Itinerary

Take on Peru’s high-altitude wild side with a trek deep into the Lares Valley. You'll venture through glaciers, past alpacas and through remote Andean villages before camping under Inca constellations. Soak in volcanic hot springs, then hit the Sun Gate for that first lifechanging view of Machu Picchu. This isn't just a hike, it's the ultimate Inca experience.

day 1Start Cusco

Welcome to Cusco! You'll meet your fellow Inca Trail adventurers today, before spending the morning on a city walking tour to get orientated. Then it's time to explore Cusco your way. With artisan shops, colonial architecture and delicious local cuisine, you'll be spoilt for choice. You could also use this time to grab any last-minute items before your trekhow many socks DOES one person need?

Location Visited

Cusco

Accommodation

Tierra Viva Cusco Saphi (or similar)

day 2Cusco to Lares Valley Trek

day 3Lares Valley Trek

day 4Lares Valley Trek to Ollantaytambo

day 5Ollantaytambo to Cusco via Machu Picchu and Inca Trail Trek

day 6End Cusco

What's Included

Accommodation

Tierra Viva Cusco Saphi (or similar) HotelInca Trail Camping HotelTunupa Lodge Ollantaytambo (or similar) Hotel

Meals

Breakfast (x5)Lunch (x4)Dinner (x4)

Transport

Travel by coach

Guide

Experienced Driver Guide

What's Excluded

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