In The Footsteps Of The Incas

Summary of nights: Lima 1, Arequipa 1, Chivay 1, Cabanaconde 1, Arequipa 1, Cusco 1, Sacred Valley 2, Inca Trail 3, Cusco 2, Lima 1.

• Visit Peru’s best known sites on foot - an intimate perspective.
• Hike in the tranquil countryside of the dramatic Colca Canyon.
• Walk the donkey trails and rural tracks around the villages and sites of the enchanting Sacred Valley.
• The classic Inca Trail - fully equipped and expertly guided.
• Machu Picchu and Cusco, the country’s unsurpassed highlights.

Holiday Itinerary

Day 1 Sat, Evening arrival in Lima, transfer to hotel.
Day 2 Fly to Arequipa.
Day 3 Drive to Chivay in the Colca Canyon.
Day 4 Departure to Cruz del Condor.
Day 5 Cross the river to Coporaque. Afternoon return to Arequipa.
Day 6 Fly to Cusco. Afternoon at leisure in the city.
Days 7,8 Relax and acclimatise in the Sacred Valley of the Incas.
Days 9-11 Inca Trail.
Day 12 Return to Cusco by train.
Day 13 At leisure in Cusco.
Day 14 Fly to Lima.
Day 15 UK clients depart early evening, arriving the following day 16, Sun.

Hike The Inca Trail!

Included four day trek to Machu Picchu. Early booking is essential as permits are limited.

Peruvian Rainforest Extension

Unwind after your exhilarating Andean itinerary with a few days exploring the jungle at a comfortable lodge in the Amazon.

A few days to spare?

Take a look at our suggested extensions, or our tailor-made section, for some inspiring ideas on how to spend a few extra days from unwinding on tropical beaches, exploring the Amazon basin, cruising around the Galápagos islands or discovering impressive ancient sites.

Trip Profile

Transport: 3 flights (1hr); 2 road journeys (6 hrs each), 1 train journey.
Accommodation: Characterful, friendly hotels, private bathroom. Good quality 2-3 person tents on Inca Trail (max. 2 occupants).
Meals: Breakfast throughout. Lunch day 4. Picnics days 7,8. Full board on Inca Trail, days 9-11.
Included excursions: Arequipa walking tour and Santa Catalina Convent; walks in Colca Canyon; walks to and around Inca sites in Sacred Valley; Inca Trail and Machu Picchu; Lima walking tour.
Group size: Min 4, max 16. Led by Journey Latin America tour leader.