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Inca Trail, Cusco & Titicaca

We travel from Lima to Cusco and on to the Sacred Valley of the Incas to begin our acclimatisation and explore the Inca heartland.

After two nights in the Sacred Valley we begin the Inca Trail, one of the most famous treks in the world, which follows an ancient Inca pathway to the lost city of Machu Picchu.

After exploring Machu Picchu you return to Cusco and will have a full day of both guided and individual exploration to enjoy the city. Cusco is the favourite city of most visitors to Peru, as the mixture of ancient history, traditional Andean culture and a relaxed atmosphere makes it a charming place to stay. 

We travel by train through the Andes to Lake Titicaca where you will head out from Puno and visit the floating reed islands of Uros before spending the night on Amantani Island as guests of a local family. The next day you visit Taquile, a very traditional island known for its weaving and knitted products, before heading back to Puno on the shores of Lake Titicaca.

Trip highlights

  1. Exploring the Sacred Valley of the Incas
  2. Hiking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu
  3. Relaxing in Cusco
  4. Luxurious Andean Explorer train ride to Puno
  5. Spending the night on Lake Titicaca with a local family

Itinerary

  1. Day 1: (FRI).
    Fly to Lima. Transfer to hotel.
  2. Day 2:
    Fly to Cusco. Free day and overnight in Sacred Valley to acclimatise. (B)
  3. Day 3:
    Visit Pisac Market then hike from Moray to the Sacred Valley. (B,L) 
  4. Days 4-6:
    Inca trail trek. (FB)
  5. Day 7:
    Reach Machu Picchu. Explore with guide, then return to Cusco by afternoon train. (B,L)
  6. Day 8:
    Morning tour of Cusco and nearby ruins. (B)
  7. Day 9:
    Scenic train journey through the Andes to Puno. (B,L)
  8. Day 10:
    Boat trip on Lake Titicaca visiting Uros and staying on Amantani Island. (FB)
  9. Day 11:
    Visit Taquile Island, then travel back to Puno by boat. (B,L)
  10. Day 12:
    Fly to Lima in the morning. Day use in hotel. Transfer to airport. (B)

Price

Our trips are tailor made for you and prices vary according to the accommodation used and time of year. The prices below dan be taken as a guide, using mid-range, twinshare accommodation. 2009: From £2000 per person. These prices do not include international flights.

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Duration and details

12 days

Is it for you?

The Inca Trail is a moderately challenging trek mostly between 3000 and 4000m. Altitude may have an effect on you, though the 2 days in the Sacred Valley should help with acclimatisation. See Classic Inca Trail for more details on the trek. Accommodation with local people on Amantani is very basic, so be prepared for one night of few facilities. This is countered by the warm welcome you receive, and the insight into life in this remote community.

Best times to go

Between April and October (dry season)

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Included

Transfers, ground transport, flights as follows: Lima-Cusco & Juliaca-Lima; tours as shown, guide, porters & cook on trek, park fees.

Getting there

From UK, flights to Lima cost about £700.

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Comments

I have travelled all over the world to more than 40 countries - the Inca Trail with Tribes notes as one of the best experiences of my life.
Barbara Wynne

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