Peru Walking & Hiking Tour

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7 days

6 nights

Activity Levels 2-4

We categorize our trips based on a range of activity levels from leisurely (1) to avid (5) with plenty of options in between.

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Peru Walking & Hiking Tour

Couples, Friends & Solos
Couples, Friends & Solos
ALSO AVAILABLE FOR:
Women
Families with Teens & 20s
Families with 20s & Beyond

Small Group Adventures for:

Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Teens & 20s Best for ages 16-23 (min. age 14)

Families with Kids & Teens Best for ages 7-17 (min. age 4)

7 days

6 nights

Activity Levels 2-4

We categorize our trips based on a range of activity levels from leisurely (1) to avid (5) with plenty of options in between.

Premiere Hotels

Premiere Hotels - Experience the world’s best, from lavish luxury to chic retreats with prestigious alliances.

Deluxe Hotels - Find modern comforts in extraordinary settings, with great ambience and ample amenities.

Casual Hotels - Known for their character, charm and proximity to outdoor adventures and Backroads activities.

Small Luxury Ships - Unpack once and cover more distance on an intimate ship with spacious staterooms and superb amenities.

2025: Jul-Dec2026: Mar-Dec

From $5,699 - $6,549 /person

Sacred Valley, Cusco & Machu Picchu

Machu Picchu has a certain gravity. It pulls you onward at every step. But as you hike between lacy salt springs, through fields of quinoa and along terraced mountainsides, you realize: it was always about the journey. 

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Highlights

  • Hike a section of the renowned Inca Trail, entering Machu Picchu for the first time through the ancient Sun Gate
  • Sink into luxury at our pastoral garden resort in the verdant Sacred Valley
  • Our knowledgeable local guide brings each kilometer to life with fascinating history and insider stories
  • Explore the citadel of Sacsayhuamán, the fortress of Ollantaytambo and more spectacular Inca sites
  • Savor Peru’s modern culture and cuisine in cooking lessons, intimate village visits and more 
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Peru

Start/End Cusco

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Fields of salt harvesting patches

Days 1-2

Description

Enjoy a private farm-to-table lunch in a local family home on the Maras plateau • Explore the beautiful white honeycomb of Inca salt pans above the Urubamba River Valley • Discover a traditional weaving community tucked in the hills • In peaceful Ollantaytambo, visit an Inca archaeological site and hike up a terraced valley • Shop for ceramics crafted using pre-Inca techniques at the Ceramicas Seminario studio in Urubamba • Enjoy an exclusive cooking demonstration with a local chef.

Accommodations

Nights 1-2

Sol y Luna Lodge & Spa
Urubamba
Premiere 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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Guests hiking up stone trail, Machu Picchu ruins behind them.

Days 3-4

Description

Experience the 15th-century Inca retreat of Machu Picchu with its intricate stonework and mysterious religious designs • Hike the Inca Trail, lined with ancient stones and stairs, to reach the Sun Gate and your first view of Machu Picchu • Spend a second day exploring the incredible site with a local expert • Walk the grounds of our hotel with a naturalist to learn more about the area’s flora and fauna.

Accommodations

Nights 3-4

Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel
Aguas Calientes
Premiere Hotel

This eco-friendly hotel's Andean-style casitas blend seamlessly into the surrounding cloud forest. (pool, spa)

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.
Wide shot of South American city, mountain range in distance, large cathedral in foreground.

Days 5-7

Description

Join a local guide on a walking tour of Cusco’s historic center to learn how it was the heart of the pre-Columbian Inca Empire • Following narrow streets lined with centuries-old walls, discover the grand main cathedral • A trail leads us among the hills surrounding Cusco to one of South America’s most impressive sites, Sacsayhuamán • Sip a pisco sour, Peru’s famous national drink • Enjoy some people-watching at buzzing Plaza de Armas.

Accommodations

Nights 5-6

Belmond Palacio Nazarenas
Cusco
Premiere Hotel

This luxurious property, a former palace set in a tranquil plaza behind Cusco's main square, offers personal butler service and is home to the city's first outdoor pool. Travel + Leisure World's Best. (pool, spa)

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Hotels

World-Class Hotels

Our hand-selected Premiere hotels offer exceptional hospitality and experiences as special as the regions we explore.

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Nights 1-2

Sol y Luna Lodge & Spa
Urubamba

Premiere 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)

Nights 3-4

Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel
Aguas Calientes

Premiere Hotel

This eco-friendly hotel's Andean-style casitas blend seamlessly into the surrounding cloud forest. (pool, spa)

Nights 5-6

Belmond Palacio Nazarenas
Cusco

Premiere Hotel

This luxurious property, a former palace set in a tranquil plaza behind Cusco's main square, offers personal butler service and is home to the city's first outdoor pool. Travel + Leisure World's Best. (pool, spa)

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Unforgettable experience

Submitted June 2025

By Karin

From Toronto

Machu Picchu has been on my bucket list for many years. Hiking the Inka Trail and walking through the Sun Gate with my friends is a memory that will last a lifetime. The hikes, experiences, hotels and food throughout the trip were spectacular. Huge shout out to Backroads leaders (Sam and Volker) and local guide (Josee Ttito), who made this an experience I will never forget.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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A very special trip

Submitted May 2025

By mary ann

From Kentucky

From the first day starting with introductions, the van ride, meeting our cultural guide, walking through the countryside, lunch, and the salt pans, I could tell this would be a very special trip. This was the case every day as we saw ruin after ruin each one pointed out and described by our cultural guide. Our visit to Machu Picchu was only one of the many highlights of our trip. Our cultural guide, Inca/Quechua, passionately explained Inca times to us. Village visits and opportunities to view crops and livestock added to our experience. Many tasty meals and comfortable accommodations. This was our third BackRoads trip and definitely the best one yet.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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Amazing experience!

Submitted May 2025

By Leanna

From Baldwyn,MS

This trip was an amazing experience. My husband and I traveled with 2 other couple friends. The itinerary was perfect each day. We got to see so much and be outside in beautiful Peru. I loved the fresh air and exercise during the day, and then coming back to lush meals and accommodations in the evenings. We made friends within our group immediately and the leaders, James and Volker, were so knowledgeable and kind. Best of all, we didn't have to stress or plan; just show up when & where the leaders told us. Machu Picchu, the Inca Trail, the Sacred Valley, and all of Peru were all amazing, as expected. Unexpected highlights were the people of Peru: the Huilloc weaving community and the local guides, Jose Titto, Elena, and Willie. Our bus driver, Victor, was attentive to our every need as well. It was an unforgettable experience & I hope to do another Backroads tour soon.

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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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An unsurpassed experience of Peruvian landscape and culture

Submitted May 2025

By Richard

From Dallas, TX, USA

Our first Backroads trip. Backroads got it right with a blend of hiking, learning, and luxury accommodations that surpassed our expectations,

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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Thank You for Another Incredible Backroads Adventure

Submitted April 2025

By michael

From Colorado

Subject: Thank You for Another Incredible Backroads Adventure Hi Backroads Team, My wife and I have been big fans of Backroads for over 10 years. This was our third trip with you, and after a few years of planning our own travels with agents and guides around the world, returning to Backroads for the Peru trip reminded us why your adventures are truly exceptional. The Peru trip was led by three incredible guides — Connor, Martina, and Jose — and it was another unforgettable journey expertly orchestrated by the Backroads team. We thought that once we reached Machu Picchu, the remainder of the trip would be spent simply reflecting on the experience. However, our guides continued to surprise us with exciting and meaningful days that far exceeded our expectations. Kudos to Backroads and especially to Connor, Martina, and Jose for making this trip so memorable. We are already looking forward to our next adventure with you — and it won't be long! Thank you again, Michael and Sarah

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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If you can only do one thing, PICK THIS

Submitted April 2025

By deb

From Long Island, NY

This trip touched every part of me; physical, social , emotional and spiritual. The history, provided by a local, was beyond interesting. The hiking locations were inspirational , the food was phenomenal. I went with a friend and we made many more, with whom we plan to keep in touch- perhaps even to do another trip! I've traveled a lot, but this was truly special.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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A once in a lifetime adventure

Submitted April 2025

By Wil

From Atlanta GA

With Backroads, everything is taken care of. All you have to do is enjoy the scenery, get in a good workout & celebrate the accomplishment at the end!

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Trip of a lifetime to Machu Picchu

Submitted March 2025

By donald

From Grasse, France

Spending a week with my cousin was a treat but what made it unforgettable was the incredible, flexible organisation, spectacular hikes, stunning scenery but of course the overwhelming feeling of seeing Machu Picchu for the first time. Our group was so warm and friendly that any initial concerns of going on a "group" trip disappeared pretty quickly. My first trip with BR but already perusing the website for the next one. Thanks to the amazing trip leaders (I'm British and we don't tend to over enthuse!)

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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Awesome trip in Peru and on the Inca trail!

Submitted January 2025

By scott

From Fort Worth, TX

The trip leaders added so much valuable context and info to all activities of the trip. They even came through on both my birthday, and anniversary much to the surprise of my wife and I. Just a great experience overall and I highly recommend this trip. Machu Picchu is worth the hike!

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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A fantastic opportunity to immerse yourself in Peru.

Submitted October 2024

By Mike

From Cary, NC

Peru is an amazing place to visit and Backroads takes all the guesswork out of making that happen. The hikes they choose, the cultural experiences they coordinate, the hotels they book, the restaurants they select, and the logistics they put together are so very well thought out. I can't imagine even trying to do all this without their expertise. On top of all that, you get a trip leader and local guide that are phenomenal in their abilities to execute such a well designed plan. It was an unforgettable experience.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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