Top Cusco Camping

This “express hike” is the perfect mini-trip on the Inca Trail. After pickup from your Cusco hotel, take a train ride along sacred valleys and rugged mountains, getting off at KM 104. It’s here you’ll begin your hike to Wiñaywayna—an agricultural Inca ruin—Puerta del Sol, and Machu Picchu. Find your campsite past the ruins, where your trail chef cooks a fantastic dinner before you camp underneath the stars.

This excursion is one of the best alternative walks in Cusco, they capture the majestic energy of Machu Picchu through the ancient routes designed by the Incas and that will make you feel full of adrenaline. This excursion lasts 4 days and includes adventure sports such as cycling, rafting, zip line and hiking. Daily departures all year, early booking.

 Extreme adventure in Cusco is based on Warachicuy was an official annual Inca military ceremony that marked the transition from adolescence to adulthood in men.In it, young people grouped into sides to demonstrate their abilities to defend the empire

Peru is a country that offers amazing experiences and plenty of tours and activities. But unlike most countries that are easy to plan a vacation for, Peru is unique in that it requires difficult logistics and your itinerary must also consider altitude, weather, budget and your of course your expected tourist attractions. Additionally, having a local expert in Peru to give you tips and advise on hotels and restaurants and hand-picked tours and activities is priceless. This is why we offer you our Peru itinerary planning service. You will work with one of our local Peru travel advisors who will assist you in preparing the perfect itinerary for you so you can have a stress free vacation without any unexpected complications. Unlimited revisions until you are satisfied with the itinerary. You will speak with a fluent English-speaking advisor via phone or email.

Peru’s Sacred Valley lies in the Andean Highlands—a landscape of rugged mountains, open plains, and soaring cliffs—and reaching the remote sites is a challenge. Choose a morning or afternoon half-day safari, and tackle the rough ground by powerful all-terrain quad bike. With your guide to lean the way, reach historic sites including Moray and Maras with ease, enjoy sweeping views across the Peruvian countryside, and learn of life here under Incan rule.

Get a comprehensive tour of the main Incan sites around Cusco on this half-day excursion. Visit all the highlights and landmarks, including Tambomachay, Puccpucara, Quenqo, Sacsayuaman, and Koricancha. Hotel pickup in the historic center of Cusco available; travel via air-conditioned coach.

Uncover the fascinating architecture and culture of the ancient Incas during this full-day tour covering the highlights of Peru’s Sacred Valley from Cusco. Check out the market in Pisac, stopping on Sundays to observe its famous mass. Then visit the Inca settlement at Ollantaytambo and explore the ruins of its fortress and the Temple of the Sun, a mysterious structure composed of giant 12-foot (3.5-m) stones. Your Sacred Valley tour also includes a guide, lunch, and round-trip hotel transport.

Immerse yourself in the grand colonial majesty of Cusco on a half-day guided sightseeing tour of the city. Wander winding Incan streets to discover the ancient Temple of the Sun, the sacred Convent of Santo Domingo and the colossal Cusco Cathedral. Gain insight into the fascinating history of the city with an interesting and informative guide as you explore one of Peru’s most treasured places on foot.

Spend a day exploring the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu during this all-inclusive day trip leaving from Cusco. Discover this renowned mountaintop Inca site with a guide, learning about its construction, history, and what daily life was like for its residents. The trip’s relaxed, non-strenuous pace is a great option for first-time visitors, families, and solo travelers alike, and features three different train ride options. The trip also includes round-trip hotel transport, transfer from Cusco to Machu Picchu (via train and bus), and the site entrance fee.

Get a taste for Peru’s high-alpine scenery and ancient Inca customs during this full-day hike to Lake Humantay from Cusco. Ascend to this scenic body of water located at 13,779 feet (4,200 meters), learning about its sacred place in Inca mythology during your climb. An included buffet lunch back at base camp is an added bonus.

Travel for a few hours from Cusco through the rugged mountain countryside of Peru to reach the aptly named Rainbow Mountain, striped with colorful mineral deposits and located far off the beaten path. Hike with a guide to the summit for a once-in-a-lifetime wilderness adventure, or rent a horse (own expense) for easier access to the same incredible views.

Snack and sightsee on this small-group Cusco street food tour limited to 10 people or fewer. Try favorite local dishes like papas (potatoes), meats, and sweets, and even chat with the street food vendors to learn more about their goods. Between bites, learn about Cusco history as you walk around the city.

Travel back in time aboard the elegant Belmond Hiram Bingham train, enjoying the ultimate in luxury train transportation on a day trip to the world-famous Machu Picchu. Climb aboard the train’s richly appointed 1920s Pullman cars to enjoy fabulous views of the Andes, white tablecloth dining, and high-end wine. Then explore Machu Picchu with an expert guide, followed by afternoon tea at the Belmond Sanctuary Lodge. This VIP Machu Picchu experience includes your round-trip Belmond Hiram Bingham train tickets, a welcome drink at the station, appetizers, lunch and dinner, full drink service, entrance fees at the site, live on-board entertainment, and round-trip hotel transport.

Moray archaeological park and the Maras salt mines rank among the top attractions outside Cusco, with a history dating back to the days of the Incas. On this tour, hit the gas and zoom through the Peruvian countryside, and explore both sites in one day—with safety kit plus pickup and drop-off at your Cusco accommodation included. With your guide to lead the way, enjoy outdoor adventure in Peru and learn how the Incas worked the land.

Embark on a thrilling outdoor adventure that combines white-water rafting with zip-lining and satisfies your need for speed. Depart Cusco for Oropesa, where you can ease your butterflies with a bite of the town's iconic bread before hitting the Vilcanota River. Tackle Class III and IV rapids and battle intense waves as you make your way downstream, enjoying the remarkable scenery of the surrounding Andes as you go. Afterward, soar through the sky on an exhilarating zip ride.

Explore local Andean communities and ancient Inca ruins in the countryside outside Cusco during this horseback riding adventure. Learn about the daily rhythms of local life, observing farming techniques along with alpaca and sheep herding as you pass these tiny districts. You also discover Inca temples, soaking up the ancient energy of these spiritual sites, and visit the ‘Devil’s Balcony,’ a natural cave once used as an Inca shrine. Your horseback ride near Cusco also includes a guide, horseback riding gear, snacks and water, and round-trip transport from your hotel to the ranch.

The Lares Trek is an excellent alternative to the Inca Trail. Taking you off the beaten track with visits to authentic Andean communities whilst being surrounded by stunning mountains, lakes and valleys this fabulous trek offers a real insight in to the lives of the people of Cusco as it once was. The route we offer starts in the village of Pumahuanca in the Sacred Valley and finishes in the hot springs of Lares with a visit to the village of Cuncani along the way. On Day 3 of the trek you take a bus from Lares to Ollantaytambo and then carry on by train to Machu Picchu. VERY IMPORTANT: This tour starts when we pick you up from your hotel, and it will finish when we are going to leave you at your hotel. WE OFFER DAILY DEPARTURES!

This 02 Day Trek to Humantay Lake – Private Service will take you through the most picturesque landscapes and native people of the Limatambo area. Discover with us one of the hike on trend, which for its natural beauty has become known worldwide. On the way you can enjoy the fantastic landscapes, as well as the magnificent snowy peaks of Humantay and Salkantay. You will have the pleasure of being at the foot of one of the most emblematic snows of the city of Cusco. You can rest under the starry sky of the Andes that will captivate you with its spectacular constellations, a great adventure of ecotourism given in the highest parts of nature. Let Mother Nature guide you through the most spectacular places and get the peace of mind of making this unique experience in the Andes.

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Peru by Locals offers tailor-made treks and tours and we cater to your individual interests when we plan your tour – whether it is nature, history, culture, food or photography, we can do it all. We are committed to providing world-class tours based on exceptional customer service. We are a locally owned and highly experienced travel company based in Cusco, Peru. Our staff consists of members which have decades of first-hand experience in the Peruvian tourism sector. All the management and staff at Peru by Locals speak English, Spanish and Quechua (the language of the Incas). Our guides and staff members are professionally trained and educated in the history of the Incas, Peruvian history, culture and traditions, first aid, guiding treks and tours, the fauna and flora of the region, and tourism management. We are committed to protect and cherish our environment.

There are different routes to Machu Picchu. There is the best known Inca Trail, and the one we chose, The Salkantay Trek. Each of these has a variation of days and basically you just start higher up the road, or make a shortcut to cut a day. This option of Saltankay will allow you to enjoy not only beautiful landscapes but also to know our culture and dramas mixed with the adventure and adrenaline that this snow offers Salkantay is one of the most important Andean gods and before starting this adventure they will pay. to pacha mama to ask permission and get to know this place

Trek to salkantay is one of the second alternative trek that ends in MACU PICCHU and it does not require permits like inca trail making it more ideal for travelers .also if you like the adventure and not have much time you must do this trek to SALKANTAY which takes 4 days and 3 nights where you can learn history, adventure and how the Inca's lived years ago , this tour is defenly for you !!!

The best way to get to Machu Picchu is the Short Inca Trail, "the ancient Inca Trail" to the Puerta del Sol and Machu Picchu. People who walk the short Inca Trail have the privilege of visiting Machu Picchu twice, at the end of the day of their trek, and when they return to Machu Picchu the next day.