Peru Multi-Adventure Tour
Peru Multi-Adventure Tour
8 days
7 nights
Activity Levels 1-3
Premiere Hotels
2025: Aug-Oct2026: Apr-Oct
Cusco, Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu
Standing above Machu Picchu, wispy clouds floating by, you’ll snap the photo. But among a colorful week of hiking, biking and cultural encounters—this mountaintop is just the tip of the iceberg.
Highlights
- Unearth the secrets of fascinating Machu Picchu and explore sky-high Cusco, alive with Inca history and modern Andean culture
- Bike through dreamy farming villages in the Sacred Valley alongside the mighty Urubamba River
- Hike a section of the renowned Inca Trail, a bucket-list route that winds between verdant mountainsides and through lush cloud forest
- Discover Peru’s flavors and culture in private homes where you’re invited to farm-to-table meals and demonstrations of local traditions
- Stunning destination hotels bookend each stop along the way, from a centuries-old Spanish monastery to an exclusive jungle retreat with its own private hot spring
Start/End Cusco
* Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
Itinerary
Days 1-3
Bike across the Andean plateau through ancient Inca farmland and along the shores of a high-altitude lake • Enjoy a private farm-to-table lunch in the home of a local family • Explore Las Salineras, a stunningly beautiful honeycomb of tiered salt pools • Join an exclusive cooking demonstration with a local chef • Discover the magical ruins of Pisac, site of the largest-known Inca cemetery • At exclusive Hacienda Sarapampa, learn traditional farming techniques the owners have implemented for three generations • Cycle through the Sacred Valley amid a panorama of snowy peaks and quaint villages • Engage with Quechua culture in a community famous for its master weavers • Visit the world-renowned ceramics studio of Pablo Seminario.
Nights 1-3
Situated in the heart of the picturesque Urubamba Valley, this contemporary hotel is inspired by colonial design and local cultural history. (spa)
Days 4-5
Get ready to be awed by the incredible remains of Machu Picchu—an Inca retreat built in the 15th century • After a train ride, hike the Inca Trail to the famed Sun Gate for a bird’s-eye view of Machu Picchu • Joined by a local expert, spend a second day exploring more corners of spellbinding Machu Picchu.
Nights 4-5
This eco-friendly hotel’s Andean-style casitas blend seamlessly into the surrounding cloud forest. (pool, spa)
Days 6-8
Wander through Cusco, once the center of the pre-Columbian Inca Empire • Visit Qoricancha, one of the main Inca temples in Cusco, and the Spanish colonial church built atop it • Our local guide joins us as we journey past the Temple of the Moon and explore Sacsayhuamán • Shop for handicrafts in the local markets and check out the action in the Plaza de Armas.
Nights 6-7
"An outstanding property housed within a converted 16th-century monastery situated just a short stroll from the Plaza de Armas," says Andrew Harper. Travel + Leisure World's Best.
What's Included
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We want to make sure you're on the trip that's right for you. Every Backroads trip is unique and this one is no exception.
One of our hikes requires an Inca Trail permit, which Backroads will obtain on your behalf (included in your trip price). We recommend booking your trip four to six months prior to departure for the best chance of securing your permit. Passport information is required at the time of booking to secure train tickets and permits.
Also, Backroads leaders may not be able to accompany you along the hike requiring an Inca Trail permit. Rest assured that in this case you would be well supported by our local Peruvian guides—with whom we’ve been working for years—as well as a staff of porters.
Our hikes through Peru’s captivating, rugged terrain climb rocky and sometimes uneven paths, many of which are remote and do not intersect with roads. Vehicles will get us to and from the trailheads, but the nature of these trails is such that we won't see our vans along the route. Ample trail support in the form of water, snacks and encouragement is provided by your Backroads leaders and local guides.
This trip has been designed to offer as many hiking options as possible. Since many of the trails are unmarked, we recommend that you hike with the company of a Backroads leader or one of our local support staff. On the few days when we’re in national parks, regulations require you to hike in the company of one of our certified park guides.
Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel is a Premiere hotel. While it offers outstanding service and amenities, please note that it is not equipped with air-conditioning. Despite the region’s generally temperate climate and cool nights, guestrooms can occasionally become warm during peak temperatures.
Hotels
World-Class Hotels
Our hand-selected Premiere hotels offer exceptional hospitality and experiences as special as the regions we explore.
Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.
Nights 1-3
Premiere Hotel
Situated in the heart of the picturesque Urubamba Valley, this contemporary hotel is inspired by colonial design and local cultural history. (spa)
Nights 4-5
Premiere Hotel
This eco-friendly hotel’s Andean-style casitas blend seamlessly into the surrounding cloud forest. (pool, spa)
Nights 6-7
Premiere Hotel
"An outstanding property housed within a converted 16th-century monastery situated just a short stroll from the Plaza de Armas," says Andrew Harper. Travel + Leisure World's Best.
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Review Snapshot
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Reviewed by 12 customers
Unbelievable and Unforgettable
For many years friends raved about their experiences with Backroads as "THE BEST." I need to correct them: MY experience was THE BEST! Multi-adventure in Peru with our guide Oscar and our group could not have been better. Outstanding start to finish with memories to last a lifetime!
Backroads is always incredible. This trip - beyond!
We have always had fantastic experiences with Backroads. This trip topped them all. Peru is, of course, amazing. But our trip leaders - outstanding! We always have had fantastic trip leaders (Maine, Alaska). But Nice and Scott were at once knowledgeable, personable, and felt like fast friends to all of us on the trip. We look forward to our next Backroads adventure! (Just wish we could take Nice and Scott with us!)
This first Backroads trip exceeded our expectations!
Our leaders Xavier and Oskar and the local guide JJ were amazing; they never missed a trick, worked incredibly well as a team, nothing was ever too much for them, plus they had really good chemistry between them, which made this tour even more fun for all of us.
Fun, active way to see Peru
Great trip leaders who let us enjoy our vacation. This was an active vacation and slept great every night due to activity and great meals! Far exceeded any expectation I had and will definitely use Backroads again for future trips!
Another Backroads trip that far exceeded our expectations.
Our trip to Peru was everything we had hoped it would be. The unique activities, accommodations, food and meals, local guides were exceptional. Our group leaders - Natalie and Fernando - were fantastic. Every detail is taken care of so the members of the group can spend their time soaking up the local flavor and making the most of every moment. I look forward to my next Backroads adventure.
Great trip and great guides!
Another great backroads trip. This was the perfect combination of strenuous physical activity and cultural immersion
One the best experiences I'll ever have!
far and above what I expected. A trip and experience of a lifetime.
Highly recommend this trip!
Verified Buyer
Trip was well planned. Nice variety of activities, including several pleasant surprises.
Great experience!
Verified Buyer
The itinerary, lodging and guides were all terrific. The hike along the Inca Trail was a most memorable highlight. I don't think anything could have been better.
Peru Multi-Sport - Trip of a Lifetime - 10+
Verified Buyer
Cannot say enough about Kelsey, Nano, local guide Brian and Willie our driver (and all of the other assistants and hotel employees) - superb!! Kelsey and Nano were the perfect balance of hands on and off. They anticipated every need even before I knew I had one! Their discretion was also second to none. Bravo!!
Dates & Prices
Dates & Prices
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