Peru Walking Holidays

Mention Peru walking holidays and your mind naturally goes to Machu Picchu, the Incan citadel nestled high in the Andes Mountains, which over a million people make the trek to annually. Follow in the footsteps of its many visitors (and the Incas) by hiking the ancient Inca Trail from Cusco, or traverse the lesser-known (and less-crowded) Salkantay route. The settlement’s unrivalled history makes it a worthy destination for any avid walker, although there’s much more to Peru than Machu Picchu. Trek through the Cordillera Vilcabamba to the Inca site of Choquequirao or go even more off-the-beaten track in the Sacred Valley.

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As one of the Seven Wonders of the World, it’s no surprise that Machu Picchu tops the itinerary of most Peru walking holidays. Our travel experts can take you off the beaten track and organise treks along more remote trails, past snow-dusted peaks and through traditional Andean villages, to reach the Incan citadel in relative solitude. Hiking alongside an expert guide will only amplify the experience, as they can reveal the history behind the ceremonial sites and intricate stonework visible along the way.

Soul-stirring archaeological wonders are found throughout the South American nation, many of which can be discovered on foot during Peru walking holidays. Traverse the pathways of the Cordillera Vilcabamba to the lost Inca site of Choquequirao, or lace up your walking boots and trek through the Sacred Valley, exploring the Pumamarca ruins along the way. Explore along the idyllic walkways of the Colca Canyon for an insight into rural Quechua life, followed by rejuvenating hot-stone massages and Peruvian-style barbeques as a welcome and well-deserved rest.

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