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Peru Inca Adventure

Cusco - Cusco

5.00 (48 Reviews)

We're going hiking, mountain biking, bar hopping and much more...

  • 10 Days
  • 4 Places
  • 10 Activities

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Peru Inca Adventure
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Next Departure 22 Jan 2027
Duration 10 Days
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Machu Picchu & Inca Trail Tours

Ten days in Peru's high Andes with a crew who'll feel like family by day three. You'll hike the one-day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, mountain bike through the Sacred Valley and trek the striped slopes of Rainbow Mountain. In between, there's weaving, pottery and Pisco sours in Cusco. Inca Trail permits sell out fast, so book early. Ordinary stays at home.

 

Please note: Permits for the Inca Trail sell out far in advance. If you would like to secure your spot, please place a deposit early to avoid disappointment.

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Travel Style

The perfect balance of culture, adventure, beaches and parties, all rolled into one seamless adventure. They're built for 18-40s who want the big highlights and the hidden gems without the stress of planning a thing.

What You Get

Included As Standard

Local Legend
Not your typical guide, more like a mate who happens to know the way.
Transport
All Transport Included Private Van
Accommodation
9 Nights Accommodation Twin & Triple Share rooms
Meals
8 X Breakfast 4 X Lunch

Included Activities

5 Experience Types · 1 Intentional Journey

Local Lens

Experiences

Direct connections with local culture, traditions, and communities. Cooking with families, exploring neighbourhoods with locals, and participating in generational cultural practices.

Rise Up

Experiences

Intentional challenges in supportive settings. Summit hikes, independent navigation, and experiences that push your limits.

Bucket List

Experiences

World-famous landmarks, extraordinary landscapes, and universally recognised destinations that inspire travel aspirations.

Tru-ly Unique

Experiences

The moments you won’t get anywhere else! These experiences are exclusive to Tru trips and really are something special!

Unplugged

Experiences

Intentional slowness, presence, and tech-free moments in nature or group settings enable reflection and authentic connection.

Cusco Markets & Nightlife
Day 2

Browse the buzzing San Pedro Market for fresh juices, colourful textiles and local snacks. Then hit Cusco's lively bars and clubs around the Plaza de Armas and dance into the night.

Local Weaving Demonstration
Day 3

Visit a weaving community in Peru's Sacred Valley and watch skilled artisans turn alpaca wool into bold textiles using age-old Andean techniques, with bright natural dyes made from plants, minerals and even tiny insects.

Traditional Pottery Class
Day 3

Step inside Chicheros, a traditional community keeping ancient artisan techniques alive. Watch local craftspeople at work, learn the history behind their pottery and weaving, and see cultural preservation in action.

Sacred Valley Mountain Biking
Day 4

Saddle up and ride through the Sacred Valley, whizzing down dirt tracks past Andean villages and snow-capped mountain views. An adrenaline rush with scenery you won't quite believe.

1-Day Inca Trail Hike
Day 6

Walk the legendary Inca Trail, a lifelong travel dream. Trace stone paths carved high into the Andean cloud forest on a route that mixes history, challenge and serious mountain scenery.

Inca Trail Reflection Moment
Day 6

Mid-trek on the ancient Inca path, we pause as a group beneath towering Andean peaks. Away from modern noise, take in the mountains together and let the journey sink in.

Inca Train Ride
Day 6

Ride the scenic train through the Sacred Valley to the start of our Inca Trail hike. Grab a window seat for river, mountain and village views all the way.

Machu Picchu Guided Tour
Day 7

Step through the clouds into the lost citadel of Machu Picchu. Explore stone terraces, sacred temples and mysterious ruins at this UNESCO World Wonder, a bucket-list moment that lives up to the hype.

Rainbow Mountain Trek
Day 8

Push your limits on the trek to 5,000 metres above sea level to see the multicoloured peaks of Vinicunca. Beating the altitude to reach this surreal view is a real personal win.

Cusco Cooking Class
Day 9

Get hands-on with Peruvian cooking in the high Andes. A local chef guides you through iconic regional dishes and shares the stories behind Peru's world-famous food culture.

Itinerary

1

Welcome To Peru!

You made it. Take the day to settle in and catch your breath at altitude. In the evening, meet the group over food, because we're proper foodies: try quinoa soup with local spices or Pollo a la Brasa, Peru's rotisserie chicken packed with flavour. Then we explore Cusco town over a beer or two and see where the night takes us.

  • Cusco
2

Cusco City & Ancient Sites

After breakfast, our orientation walk dives into Cusco's history and culture, with tastings around the rainbow-bright market and plenty of chances to grab those souvenirs you promised everyone. The afternoon is yours: acclimatise, explore the Inca and Spanish site of Sacsayhuamán, or find a coffee bar overlooking the square. Tonight, Cusco's nightlife calls. Pisco sour, anyone?

  • Cusco
  • Cusco Markets & Nightlife
  • 1 x Breakfast
3

Weaving And Pottery With Locals

A slower day, and a meaningful one. After breakfast, we leave Cusco for a rural artist community, where locals show us how they extract wool, spin thread and dye textiles naturally. Lunch is included. Next, a local pottery school, where you'll learn traditional methods and paint your own souvenir. We also fit in a Cusco city tour. Supporting local makers never felt so good.

  • Local Weaving Demonstration
  • Traditional Pottery Class
  • Cusco City Tour
  • 1 x Breakfast, 1 x Lunch
Local Lens
4

Mountain Biking To Ollantaytambo

Adventure mode: on. After breakfast, we head for Ollantaytambo, and on the way we swap the bus for mountain bikes, riding through the Andes with postcard views at every turn. Wind in your face, mountains on every side. Afterwards, we check into our hotel in Ollantaytambo, a small town at the northern end of the Sacred Valley, and spend a relaxed evening there.

  • Ollantaytambo
  • Sacred Valley Mountain Biking
  • 1 x Breakfast
Rise Up
5

Exploring Ollantaytambo!

Hard to say, impossible to forget. After breakfast and birdsong, we take a short warm-up walk to the Ollantaytambo viewpoint, with mountains and ancient ruins all around. Breathe it in. The afternoon is free: try a traditional Inca food experience, explore the archaeological site, or simply rest up. Tomorrow, we hike the Inca Trail.

  • Ollantaytambo
  • 1 x Breakfast
6

Inca Train And Trail

This is the big one. After breakfast we board the Inca Trail train, following the Urubamba river past snow-capped peaks and small villages, so grab a window seat. At Km 104, 12 kilometres from Machu Picchu, we start the famous one-day Inca Trail hike, pausing mid-trek for a group reflection moment. Lunch is included and your permit is sorted.

  • Aguas Calientes
  • 1-Day Inca Trail Hike
  • Inca Trail Reflection Moment
  • Inca Train Ride
  • 1 x Breakfast, 1 x Lunch
Rise Up
Unplugged
Bucket List
7

Machu Picchu Guided Tour

Today you stand inside a wonder of the world. After breakfast, a bus climbs the winding road to the gates of Machu Picchu, South America's most famous archaeological site. Our guided walk takes us through the ancient ruins, wrapped in green Andean peaks. Stay a little longer for photos and quiet moments, then catch the train back to Cusco.

  • Machu Picchu
  • Machu Picchu Guided Tour
  • 1 x Breakfast
Bucket List
8

Rainbow Mountain Trek!

An early start, but worth every yawn. Catch up on sleep during the two-hour bus ride, then step out at Rainbow Mountain, known locally as Montaña de 7 Colores. At 5200 metres, this sacred Inca site rewards a full day of trekking with layers of gold, lavender, red and turquoise. Lunch is included. Bucket list: ticked.

  • Cusco
  • Rainbow Mountain Trek
  • 1 x Breakfast, 1 x Lunch
Rise Up
9

Cusco Cooking Class

The morning is free to rest after a big few days. Then we get hands-on in a Cusco cooking class, slicing and dicing our way through an appetiser and a main of lomo saltado, a local favourite. In the evening, we head out into Cusco for our last night together: Pisco sours, salsa and dancing until late.

 

  • Cusco
  • Cusco Cooking Class
  • 1 x Breakfast, 1 x Lunch
Local Lens
10

Chilled Check Out

Time to say adios, but it's really a see you later. Enjoy one last breakfast with the friends you've made and the stories you'll keep telling for years. If your adventure is carrying on, your Local Legend is on hand to help with onward travel. Stay epic, crew.

  • Cusco
  • 1 x Breakfast

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WHERE WE STAY

Reviews

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FAQs

Where does the trip start & finish?

The trip starts in Cusco and finishes in Cusco.

Which airport do I need to fly into?

You will need to fly into Cusco Airport (CUZ) also known as Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport.

Are airport transfers included in the price of the tour?

Airport transfers are not included.

You can book a transfer up to 30 days before your tour, in one of two ways:
-Through your online account area
-Through our Sales team, you can contact them at info@trutravels.com for more information!

Why do the trips sell out so far in advance?

Permits for the Inca Trail often sell out far in advance. This is something out of our control, but it often leads us to close departures early. If you would like to secure your spot on a Peru tour, please place a deposit early to avoid disappointment.

What is the closest airport to the end destination?

Alejandro Velasco Astete Airport (CUZ.)

How do I get back to the start destination and is this included in the price?

The tour starts and finishes in Cusco! Easy, peasy!

What kind of accommodation is included on this trip?

The accommodation is twin share on this trip.

How much is a pre-night accommodation?

If you would like to book a pre-night please contact our sales team on info@trutravels.com

What is the currency?

The currency used in Peru is Sol.

What visa do I need for Peru?

Depending on where you're travelling from it's likely that you won't need a visa to enter Peru. However this is guidance only and is subject to change. Make sure to check visa requirements before you travel.

Is my money protected?

Yep! You’re protected. TruTravels is both ABTA and ATOL registered meaning your money is safe.

Does the trip require a good level of fitness?

We would consider this an active tour, we are doing the 1 day Inca trail and a few more walks after all :) . For example the 1 day Inca Trail Machu Picchu is a 12km (7.5 miles) hike through the Andes in the Cusco region. The maximum altitude reached is 2700m. In preparation: try walking 15kms/ 9 miles in a day or working out in the months leading up to the trek. Don't worry, we always receive different levels of fitness, at the end of the day the important thing is to bring good vibes & positive attitude and you will make it!

Is Altitude sickness going to affect me?

Altitude sickness is real, that's why we spend 1 whole day walking in cusco to get used to it. The hotel also provides coca leaf tea that is used by the locals to get the body ready. Our only recomendation is to take it easy on arrival and not do many activities on day 1.

Do you have age limits for your tours?

Most of the people that join us on tour are 18-thirtysomethings! We do have an upper age limit of 45 on our tours. If you are over 45 and have travelled with us before please contact our sales team at info@trutravels.com.

 

Our Essentials trips are exclusively built for travellers aged 18-29! Don't worry if this isn't you - our incredible Classic, Flashpacker, Limited Edition, Multi-country and Ski tours are open to everyone under 45! There's a perfect style of tour for everyone - happy browsing!

Can you cater for my dietary requirements on this trip?

Yes! Let us know when you are booking your trip about any requirements you might have we can plan ahead and make sure this doesn’t affect your trip!

Do many TruTravellers travel alone?

Yes, the majority of our travellers will be travelling on their own! Roughly 65% of our TruTravellers come solo! We have designed our trips specifically with solo travellers in mind, so you can be assured you’ll meet lots of others travelling alone like yourself along the way. This of course doesn’t mean our trips are only for solo travellers, but it does mean that you don’t need to worry you’ll be surrounded by a group that already knows each other.

Will I be able to contact/meet people before the tour starts?

Yes, of course! You will receive a welcome email from your tour leader a week before your tour starts. This will include a QR code to join the group chat on WhatsApp and other important information before joining. In the meantime, you can join our Facebook group TruTravellers to connect with others.

Are TruTravels tours drinking and party-oriented?

No! Whether you love a sunset beer or prefer an early night in order to make the most out of every day, or even a bit of both, it's up to you how you spend your time on tour! Our guides are always on hand to suggest a range of evening activities on tour. From night markets to rooftop bars, fire shows and local cultural experiences, there's a huge variety of options! There's no pressure, ever - it's your adventure after all!

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