Peru Family Hiking & Walking Tour
Activity Levels 2-4
We rate our trips based on a range of activity levels from 1-5.
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Luxury Hotels
Peru Family Hiking & Walking Tour
Activity Levels 2-4
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
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.
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
Start/End Cusco
* Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
Itinerary
Days 1-2
Savor a private farm-to-table lunch in the home of a local family on the Maras plateau • Explore the beautiful white honeycomb of Inca salt pans above the Urubamba River Valley • Visit a weaving community tucked in the hills • Marvel at an Inca archaeological site and walk along the terraced valley in peaceful Ollantaytambo • Tour the Ceramicas Seminario studio in Urubamba and shop for ceramics crafted using traditional pre-Inca techniques • Join an exclusive cooking demonstration 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 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 • With a local expert, spend a second day exploring the incredible site • Amble through the grounds of our hotel with a naturalist to learn more about the area’s flora and fauna.
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
On a guided walking tour, discover incomparable Cusco, once the center of the pre-Columbian Inca Empire • Visit the opulent cathedral, the Inca temple of Qoricancha and other spiritual sites where Catholic and Inca practices mix • Joined by a local guide, journey through Sacsayhuamán, the historic capital of the Inca Empire and one of South America’s most impressive sights • Try a pisco sour, Peru’s famous national drink • Stroll through the lively Plaza de Armas.
Nights 5-6
Luxury Hotel
Located between the San Blas arts district and Cusco’s vibrant main square, this serene oasis mixes contemporary fixtures with traditional design. A Relais & Châteaux member.
Hotels may vary on select departures. Click View Dates and choose a departure to see any variations.
This trip has an activity level range of 2-4
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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.
Some of our activities require trail permits which Backroads will obtain on your behalf. Booking your trip a minimum of 6 months prior to departure will give you the best chance of securing all necessary permits. Your Trip Consultant will reach out if there are any issues; unless this happens, you can assume we secured your permits successfully.
Trail permits are linked to the traveler's passport information. For this reason, your passport information will be collected at the time of booking. If your passport information changes between then and your departure, it's essential that you let us know as soon as possible.
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 in 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 accompanied by 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.
Dates & Prices
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