Peru Easygoing Walking Tour
Couples, Friends & Solos
7 days
6 nights
Activity Levels 1-2
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Luxury Hotels
Peru Easygoing Walking Tour
Couples, Friends & Solos
7 days
6 nights
Activity Levels 1-2
We rate our trips based on a range of activity levels from 1-5.
See this trip's Activity Options & Terrain for more details.
Luxury Hotels
2026: Sep-Oct 2027: Mar-Oct, Dec
Dolce Tempo Journey in the Sacred Valley, Cusco & Machu Picchu
Iconic Machu Picchu deserves its fame. But there’s so much more to Peru. Visit a community of Quechua weavers. Wander Cusco’s whitewashed lanes. Sample world-renowned cuisine. And savor every step.
Highlights
- Explore the wild landscapes of the mighty Peruvian Andes, from the spectacular World Heritage citadel of Machu Picchu to the unearthed Temple of the Moon
- Discover the fascinating pre-Columbian culture of Cusco as you walk winding streets with our local guide
- Meander between fields of quinoa and amaranth, lacy salt pools and eucalyptus groves in the Sacred Valley
- Take in a cooking class, browse vibrant markets and relish incredible gastronomical experiences
- Enjoy South American luxury at our Luxury hotels, which lay out the red carpet with pools, gardens, mountain views and perhaps a luxurious massage
Start/End Cusco
* Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
Itinerary
Days 1-2
Explore the beautiful white honeycomb of Inca salt pans above the Urubamba River Valley • Feel welcomed into the home of a family in the Maras Valley for a private farm-to-table lunch • Meet our friends and longtime teachers, a group of women weavers in a remote mountainside village • Discover peaceful Ollantaytambo and walk along a sweeping terraced valley • Stop by a ceramics studio to learn ancient Peruvian clay-working techniques • Delight your palate at an exclusive cooking class with a local chef.
Nights 1-2
Luxury Hotel
"An unpretentious but impeccably maintained lodge set in a wonderful garden surrounded by mountains," according to the Hideaway Report. A Relais & Châteaux member. (pool, spa)
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Days 3-4
Explore an Ollantaytambo archaeological site and discover the magic of a traditional Inca meal cooked in the ground • Take a train ride along a winding riverside track at the foot of the towering Andes • Explore Machu Picchu, the mysterious 15th-century Inca retreat famed for its stunning beauty and intricate stonework • Wander a local market and browse colorful Andean textiles • Tour the lush cloud forest surrounding our hotel to spot orchids, butterflies and hummingbirds.
Nights 3-4
Luxury Hotel
This eco-lodge's exclusive location, tucked into gardens and cloud forest at the edge of Aguas Calientes village, makes it the best digs in town as a base camp for Machu Picchu (pool, spa)
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Days 5-7
Join a local guide and satisfy your curiosity on a tour of Cusco’s historic city center • Experience the magic of this vibrant city, once Inca, then colonial, and now a hub of outdoor adventure in Peru • Learn about the pre-Columbian history of the powerful Inca Empire • Sit for a coffee and feel the city’s energy • Stroll winding streets and visit some of Cusco’s most powerful monuments • See a Spanish colonial church built atop the ruins of an Inca temple • Sip a pisco sour, the national beverage of Peru • Retreat from the bustling streets of Cusco to relax at the pool or spa of our luxurious hotel.
Nights 5-6
Luxury Hotel
Built into a former Augustinian monastery, itself built on Inca stone foundations, this Marriott property displays its past with opulent details which mix seamlessly with modern comfort. A highlight is the central courtyard, a luxuriant oasis hidden in Cusco's narrow streets. (spa)
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This trip has an activity level range of 1-2
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What's Included
See moreStraight Talk
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.
Many of our hikes through the Andes are remote and do not intersect with roads, so we won't see support vans along the route. Instead, you'll be provided with water, snacks and encouragement out on the trail.
Due to trail permit restrictions, there is also a small chance that your Backroads leaders may not be able to accompany you on certain sections of our routes. You'll be fully supported on these short sections by our trusted Peruvian team, many of whom have worked with Backroads for years.
In most Backroads destinations we encourage you to hike at your own pace, even if that means you don't have a leader in sight. Peru is a bit different: due to unmarked rustic trails that can change with the seasons, you'll spend most of your time hiking in the company of a Backroads leader or one of our local support staff. And on the few days when we're in national parks, staying with our certified park guides is mandatory. We'll still accommodate everyone's pace, offering a slightly different version of our dynamic trail support.
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.
Dates & Prices
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