Peru Travel Insights
Lima, Cusco & Lares Trek to Machu Picchu - 6 Days
A shorter alternative to the Inca Trail, the Lares Trek offers an experience just as stunning. Despite the high altitudes, this trek follows a less rigorous route through local communities, making it ideal for those who are looking for something accessible, unique, and immersive.
Lares Lodge-to-Lodge Trek to Machu Picchu - 5 Days
The five-day Lares Trek takes you high up in the Andes, hiking during the day and overnighting in luxurious lodges along the way. Providing impressive views of snow-capped peaks and glacial lakes, it’s a relatively demanding hike that will test your fitness.
Lares Valley Trek & Short Inca Trail - 8 Days
Trek through the Lares Valley, where you'll pass between glacier-capped mountains where llamas and alpacas graze in the surrounding hills. You'll visit the town of Lares, a colourful traditional town in the heart of the valley. Combined with the Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, this is a trek that combines two wonderful valleys & mountain ranges with very different ecologies & landscapes.
Best 10 Treks in Peru
Peru — a nation with abundant natural diversity, from coast, to mountains, to jungle — has long attracted lovers of the Great Outdoors. The Peruvian Andes, running like a backbone down the centre of the country, contain mesmerizing variations in landscape that make for some of the best trekking in the world. Cloud forests, 5000m+ cordilleras (mountain ranges), the world’s deepest canyon and the striking remains of ancient civilizations all await.
Salkantay Trek vs the Inca Trail: Which is Right for You?
Trekking to Machu Picchu is a dream for many travelers—but there's more than one way to get there. The classic Inca Trail lets trekkers walk in the steps of the Incas, while the more remote Salkantay route offers solitude and wildlife. Compare your options for getting to Peru's most famous place on foot, from distance and cost to overnight options.
Best Day Hikes in the Sacred Valley near Cusco
Peru is famous for the Inca Trail and other multi-day hikes, but if you are short on time, there are plenty of excellent day hikes throughout the Sacred Valley. These hikes are a great way to visit some of the rural communities and lesser-visited ruins throughout the Valley.
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Liz Karen L. Jihuallanca
Peruvian food, culture, and history aren’t just things I love—they’re a part of who I am. As a proud Cusqueñian, I carry my roots with pride and love sharing my culture with others. I've lived...
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Jimena Salazar
For me, traveling is about much more than just visiting places. It’s about opening new paths in your life—through the people you meet, the flavors you try, and the landscapes that take your breath...
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Io Gillhuber
Growing up in Germany, I was lucky to spend several vacations in different places in Europe. When I finished school, I started exploring the world on my own, and I couldn’t get enough of it....
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I design personalized travel experiences with a thoughtful, human approach. My focus is on creating meaningful, well-balanced trips, especially for couples and families, by listening closely,...
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Jun 26 - Jul 6, 2026
We had a great time at the Explorer's Inn. The accommodations were very nice and the staff was all very helpful and happy to share their beautiful home with us. Raul was a terrific guide. We really enjoyed our rainforest walks, visiting the tower, night... Read more
Hi Jennifer,
It was truly a pleasure helping your family plan this adventure, and it makes me so happy to hear that Peru left such a special impression on all of you.
I loved reading about your experience, I will certainly share your message with the team; they will be incredibly happy to know they were such an important part of your experience.
Thank you as well for your trust throughout the planning process and for allowing us to be part of such a special family trip.
Thank you for choosing Peru and for allowing us to share our country with you.
Warm regards from Lima,
Anne
Fantastic trip to Peru arranged by Io
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Jun 19 - Jul 4, 2026
As for the actual trip, it was great and all went very smoothly,... Read more
Dear Rebecca, Stephen, Alex and Chelsea,
I would like to sincerely thank you for your wonderful, heartfelt review. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your genuine experiences and such kind words with us. Feedback like yours means so much to our team, and it helps us continue creating even better experiences for future travelers.
I'm especially happy to know that your time in Peru was filled with unforgettable moments and meaningful memories. It was our pleasure to be part of your journey.
I wish you all the very best, and I'm sending you my warmest regards from Cusco!
Io
Our tour guides and driver were very friendly...
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Jun 29 - Jul 4, 2026