Classic Machu Picchu & Cusco

May 25 - June 2, 2024

See all the details here:
https://traversejourneys.com/trips/peru-machu-picchu

This 9-day itinerary offers two options: Choose to hike the classic Inca Trail or opt for the non-hiking version and explore the Sacred Valley, both culminating with a visit to Machu Picchu. We’ll start together in Cusco and learn about ancient Andean culture before heading to Ollantaytambo for cultural immersion and a pachamanca traditional feast. From there, hikers will take off on the 4-day hike and non-hikers will stay back and explore Moray, Salineras, Pisaq and other ancient sites. We’ll all meet up together at Machu Picchu with our fantastic local guide before heading back to Cusco for our last night of fabulous Peruvian cuisine.

Included:
Accommodations

• 8 nights’ accommodations in boutique
• Centrally located hotels

Meals

• Daily breakfast
• 6 dinners
• 3 lunches (hiking) or 1 lunch (non-hiking)

Transportation

• Transfers to/from Cusco airport
• All transportation between Cusco, Ollantaytambo, and group excursions

Activities

• Cultural exchange with our community partner to learn about the preservation of the Quechua language + contribution to their organization
• Entry fee to Machu Picchu + bus to/from Aguas Calientes + train to Ollantaytambo
• Boleto turistico with entry to more than 12 museums & archeological sites
• Healthy, nourishing meals using traditional ingredients and local sourcing
• Small group experience, max 16 people

Hiking option

• 4 days/3 nights hiking the classic Inca trail to Machu Picchu
• Healthy, nourishing meals prepared by our on-site cook, starting with breakfast on departure day to breakfast on last day of the hike
• Clean, potable water throughout the hike
• A team of local porters to carry provided tents, chairs, food, medical emergency kit and other equipment. Sleeping mat provided (you will carry)
• Entry fee to the Inca Trail and Machu Picchu
• Bus ticket from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes + train ticket from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo
• Option for a full or half porter to carry some or all of your suppliesLocal guides 24/7

Non-hiking option

• Continued stay in Ollantaytambo
• Excursions & entry fees to the Moray ruins, Salineras salt mines, and Pisaq artisanal market
• Organic farm lunch with a visit to a local rum distillery and brewery
• Optional visit to Chinchero to learn about traditional textiles
• Train to/from Aguas Calientes + bus to/from Machu Picchu
• Entry fee to Machu Picchu + guided tour
• Traverse representative 24/7

See the full itinerary and inclusions here: https://traversejourneys.com/trips/peru-machu-picchu