Inca Trail Express from Lima
Cotiza
Inca Trail Express from Lima
COTIZA

Conquer ancient pathways on the historic Inca Trail, starting in Lima

Travel to Peru and retrace the steps of the Incas – Peru’s fascinating ancient civilisation. Beginning in Lima, the capital of Peru flanked by Spanish colonial architecture, you’ll journey through the fertile heartland of the Sacred Valley, see the magnificent Ollantaytambo ruins and take on your own trail (the Inca Trail, Quarry Trail or scenic train route) to Machu Picchu – nestled high in the Andes, this is one of the Seven Wonders of the World! End it all in Cusco, a foodie’s paradise and cultural hub of nightlife. This eight-day Peruvian tour gets you closer to the secrets of the elusive civilisation that once resided here.

Why you'll love this trip

Travel through the Sacred Valley of the Incas, known for its steep and soaring scenery and Indigenous cultures that still reside here. Enjoy lunch at a local community and then visit an organic café providing support to local women.
Set your sights on Machu Picchu, sitting within an Andean rainforest high in the mountains. This trip gives both trekkers and non-trekkers the chance to visit one of the Seven Wonders of the World with the Inca Trail, Quarry Trail or train option.
Wander through Lima’s architecture and discover the centuries of local and global cultures coming together that makes this city one of the most fun to explore in Latin America – all with a local leader who has all the best insights.
Explore Cusco, South America’s oldest continuously inhabited city. This foodie hub has ancient foundations and an interesting blend of Incan and colonial influences – kick back or take on some fun optional activities

Meals

  • There are no meals included on this day.

Optional activities

  • Lima – Gold Museum Entrance Fee – PEN35
  • Lima – Museo de la Nacion (entrance fee) – PEN10
  • Lima – Pachacamac Tour (30 km from downtown) (Based on 4 participants) – USD37

Special information

It’s very important that you attend the welcome meeting as we will be collecting insurance details and next of kin information at this time. If you are going to be late, please let your travel agent or hotel reception know. Ask reception or look for a note in the lobby for more information on where the meeting will take place.  

As this is a combo trip, your experience can be quite different to the other travellers. Some may start later in Cusco and everyone will choose their own route to Machu Picchu, either by train or trekking.

Meals

  • There are no meals included on this day.

Included activities

Cusco – Leader-led orientation walk

Optional activities

  • Cusco – Full Boleto Turistico Pass (access to 16 archaeological sites, transport & guides not included) – PEN135
  • Cusco – Half Boleto Turistico Pass (access to selected archaeological sites, transport & guides not included) – PEN75
  • Cusco – Cathedral Entrance Fee – PEN40
  • Cusco – Coricancha Temple (entrance fee) – PEN20
  • Cusco – Pisco Making Urban Adventure – USD35
  • Cusco – Pre-Colombian Museum – PEN20
  • Cusco – Inca Museum (entrance fee) – PEN10
  • Cusco – Cusco Eat Street (Price based on 4 participants) – USD50
  • Cusco – Cusco Cooking Class – USD70
  • Cusco – 4 Ruins + Qorikancha (Price based on 4 participants) – USD40

Special information

Your travel time today will be approximately 1.5 hours.

Meals

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch

Included activities

  • Sacred Valley – Community visit & lunch
    Sacred Valley – Snack & drink at AMA Restaurant social enterprise

Optional activities

Ollantaytambo – Archaeological site – PEN70

Special information
Your travel time today will be approximately 4 hours.

Meals

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch

Included activities

  • 3 Night/4 Day Inca Trail (or 2 Night/3 Day Inca Quarry Trail) guided hike(s) with porters’ support. Or guided Cusco stay (Machu Picchu by train)

Special information

Route 1 Inca Trail (starting elevation 2688m) – Your trekking time today will be approximately 8 hours or 12 km, with an elevation gain of 412m and a descent of 68m
Route 2 Quarry Trail (starting elevation 3220m) – Your trekking time today will be approximately 6.5 hours or 7 km, with an elevation gain of 480m and a descent of 0m

Included lunch and dinner today are for travellers on the trekking options only.

The Inca Trail is within the ability of anyone with a moderate level of fitness. The trail is 45 km long and often steep. Each day’s journey generally consists of seven hours of walking (uphill and downhill), with stops for snacks and lunch. Trekking usually begins at 7 am (except on the fourth morning) and you reach the campsite around 5 pm. Accommodation on the trek is camping (three nights). Double tents (twin-share) and self-inflating camping mats will be provided. The porters will set up the tents while the cook prepares meals.

The Quarry Trail is within the ability of anyone with a moderate level of fitness. The hike is 31 km long and its highest pass is at 4450 m above sea level. Horses will carry your gear and camping equipment. The first two nights are spent camping, and the third night you’ll stay at a simple hotel. Double tents (twin-share) and self-inflating camping mats will be provided. The porters will set up the tents while the cook prepares meals.

Meals

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner

Special information

Route 1 Inca Trail – Your trekking time today will be approximately 8 hours or 12 km, with an elevation gain of 1127m and a descent of 627m
Route 2 Quarry Trail – Your trekking time today will be approximately 7.5 hours or 14 km, with an elevation gain of 750m and a descent of 700m

Included lunch and dinner today are for travellers on the trekking options only.

Meals

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner

Special information

Route 1 Inca Trail – Your trekking time today will be approximately 8 hours or 12 km, with an elevation gain of 1127m and a descent of 627m
Route 2 Quarry Trail – Your trekking time today will be approximately 7.5 hours or 14 km, with an elevation gain of 750m and a descent of 700m

Included lunch and dinner today are for travellers on the trekking options only.

Meals

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner

Special information

Route 1 Inca Trail – Your trekking time today will be approximately 10 hours or 15 km, with an elevation gain of 400m and a descent of 1350m
Route 2 Quarry Trail – Your trekking time today will be approximately 4.5 hours or 10 km, with an elevation gain of 0m and a descent of 950m

Included lunch and dinner today are for travellers on the Inca Trail trekking option only. There is an included lunch for travellers on the Quarry Trail trekking option.

Meals

  • Breakfast

Included activities

  • Machu Picchu – Guided tour

Special information

Route 1 Inca Trail – Your trekking time today will be approximately 4 hours or 6 km, with an elevation gain of 81m and a descent of 331m

Due to safety reasons the final checkpoint for all trekkers opens at 5 am. The estimated arrival time at Machu Picchu’s Sun Gate for Inca Trail trekkers is approximately 7.30 am. For Quarry Trail trekkers and train travellers, the bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu departs at 6.00 am. The estimated arrival time is between 6.30 to 7.00 am. The sun rises at Machu Picchu at approximately 5.30 am, so it’s not possible to be there in time for sunrise.

Due to Intrepid’s internal safety policy, our leaders are specifically prohibited from recommending or assisting with booking trips to the mountaintop ruins of Wayna Picchu.

Meals

  • Breakfast

Optional activities

  • Cusco – Pisco Making Urban Adventure – USD35
  • Sacred Valley – Mountain Biking (Price Based on 2 Participants) – USD170
  • Cusco – Cusco Cooking Class – USD70
  • Cusco – Humantay Lake Hike (Based on 4 participants) – USD130
  • Cusco – Full Day Via Ferrata & Zipline – USD95
  • Cusco – Full Day Stand Up Paddle Boarding (Based on 4 participants) – USD85
  • Cusco – 4 Ruins + Qorikancha (Price based on 4 participants) – USD40

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