Treasures of the Incas
8 Days
Treasures of the Incas
Discover the best of Peru, from the Urubamba Valley to Machu Picchu. Stroll through
the ancient back streets of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Cusco. Enjoy awe-
inspiring hikes through fertile valleys and highland plateaus to Incan ruins and out-of-
the-way villages. Take a picturesque train ride up the narrowing gorge of the Urubamba
River. And spend a half day hiking up the classic Inca Trail to the legendary lost citadel
of Machu Picchu. This inspiring eight-day trip is the ultimate Peru adventure and a
journey you won't soon forget.
Arrive: Cusco, Peru
Depart: Cusco, Peru
Duration: 8 Days
Group Size: 4–16 Guests
Minimum Age: 16 Years Old
Activity Level:
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Details Testimonials
"This trip is a perfect combination of high-altitudehiking in the spectacular Andes and lessons infascinating Inca culture."
Sara G.
"Not only great vistas but the guide,accommodations, food and the Peruvian peoplemake this a most memorable trip."
Thomas S.
REASON #01
Drawing on over 40 years
of experience in the region,
MT Sobek can be relied
on for expert leadership.
REASON #02
This itinerary truly immerses
you in the native culture and
provides the most complete
introduction to Inca history.
REASON #03
We've put together a trip that
includes excellent regional food
and the finest accommodations.
ACTIVITIES
Exploring remote mountain
villages on foot, a spectacular
train ride, hiking the Inca
trail, and discovering the
splendor of Machu Picchu.
LODGING
A highlight of the trip,
accommodations include a 16th-
century convent, whitewashed
casitas, and a hacienda-style hotel.
CLIMATE
Mild during the dry season,
although it often cools down
at night. Temperatures from
55°F-75°F. Jackets are necessary
at night any time of the year.
Manuel started out as a field assistant with Mountain Travel
Sobek more than 20 years ago, and is now considered one
of the best trek and tour leaders in Peru. He graduated
with a degree in agriculture and when not guiding trips, he
raises white corn on a farm in a valley near Cusco. Manuel’s
knowledge of the local Quechua language combined with
his extensive studies in Inca culture, provide a unique
understanding of the Andean people. His love of Peru and
easygoing manner make him the ideal traveling companion.
Manuel Luna
ItineraryARRIVE IN CUSCO
Arrive in Cusco, the ancient capital of the Inca Empire. Meet your trip leader at the airport and transfer to your
hotel on the city's main square. Take a walking tour that introduces you to the history of the Inca civilization and
its former capital with its ornate cathedrals, adobe walls, carved balconies, hidden courtyards, and cobblestone
streets. In the evening, enjoy a group welcome toast with a lovely view of the city.
DAY 1
VISIT ANCIENT INCA RUINS & ARCHEOLOGICAL SITES
Start your day with a tour of the Sachsayhuamán complex, a masterpiece of Inca architecture. Then, explore
the Kenko temple, the military ruins at Puca Pucará, and the ceremonial bath of Tambo Machay. Afterwards,
depart for the Urubamba Valley, known as the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Learn how traditional Andean textiles
are made, and explore the Pisac ruins to witness some of the finest Inca stonework in existence. Then, descend
through a network of stairs, walkways, tunnels, and temples down to the town of Pisac and visit its colorful
market.
DAY 2
Activity: 4 hours touring 939' elevation gain & 1,510' elevation loss
Meals: B, L, D
DISCOVER MARAS, MORAY AND MISMINAY
Embark on a full-day exploration of the Urubama Valley, beginning in Moray with its impressive circular terraces
built into the top of a limestone hill. Continue on to colonial village of Maras, where one of the finest salts in the
world is extracted. Experience true Andean hospitality in the community of Misminay, where you'll be welcomed
into a home for a traditional lunch. Then, join the locals in their daily activities: you might weave fabric using
ancient techniques, help out with the crops, or even go for a donkey-back ride.
DAY 3
Activity: 3-4 hours / 7 miles hiking 1,685' elevation gain & loss
Meals: B, L, D
HIKE NARROW TRAILS FROM PUMAMARCA TO OLLANTAYTAMBODAY 4Follow a dirt road high into the Andes, where you'll observe the native Quechua way of life in local villages. Hike
an Incan path from a small archeological complex to the Choquicancha agricultural terraces, and enjoy a picnic
lunch with spectacular views of the Sacred Valley below. Next, explore the incredibly well-preserved ruins at
Ollantaytambo, one of the most monumental architectural complexes of the Inca Empire, and explore the town,
which has been inhabited since the 13th century. On the way home, stop to see an artist use ancient techniques
to make pottery.
Activity: 5 hours/6.3 miles hiking with 2,680' elevation gain/loss
Meals: B, L, D
EXPERIENCE THE LEGENDARY INCA TRAIL TO MACHU PICCHU
Ride a classic Vistadome train up the narrowing gorge of the Urubamba River. Then, begin your half-day hike
along the Inca Trail to the lost citadel of Machu Picchu. After about 2 hours, the valley turns into a cloud-forest
canyon. Continue uphill to Intipunku, the original entrance to Machu Picchu. Pause to absorb the awesome view,
then follow the trail down into Aguas Calientes and relax at the hotel for the rest of your day. (Optionally, skip the
hike, continue by train, and explore the Machu Picchu on your own in the afternoon.)
DAY 5
Activity: 6 hours/7 miles hiking with 1,640' elevation gain
Meals: B, L, D
EXPLORE MAGICAL MACHU PICCHU
Enter the awe-inspiring ruins of Machu Picchu by morning light. Take a highly informative tour of the site's main
structures and learn about their importance in the lives of the Incas. Take a challenging climb up Machu Picchu's
Old Mountain (optional) and be rewarded by breathtaking views of the citadel and the surrounding mountains.
Enjoy lunch, then return to the hotel to relax, join an excursion, or stroll the lush gardens, including the world's
largest native orchid collection with 372 species.
DAY 6
Activity: 4 hours/2 miles hiking (optional)
Meals: B, L, D
TAKE A SCENIC TRAIN RIDE TO CUSCO
Enjoy the morning at your leisure, either taking short local hikes or relaxing at the hotel. After lunch at the hotel's
exquisite restaurant, Qunuq, catch the Vistadome train back down to Cusco and transfer to the hotel. In the
evening, explore Cusco before a festive farewell dinner at a restaurant in Cusco.
DAY 7
Meals: B, L, D
DAY 8 BID FAREWELL TO CUSCO & FLY HOME
After breakfast at the hotel and a leisurely morning, depart on homeward-bound flights.
Meals: B
May 5 - 12, 2019
Jul 7 - 14, 2019
Aug 18 - 25, 2019
Oct 6 - 13, 2019
Apr 11 - 18, 2020
May 7 - 14, 2020
Jul 9 - 16, 2020
Aug 8 - 15, 2020
Sep 12 - 19, 2020
Oct 9 - 16, 2020
2019
$ 4,495 per person
Additional Cost
$ 1,050 Single Supplement
2020
$ 4,495 per person
Additional Cost
$ 1,050 Single Supplement
PRICE INCLUDESExpert leadership from experienced adventureguides
Accommodations as noted in the itinerary
Meals as noted in the daily itinerary
Potable water and snacks throughout
1 glass of wine or beer at dinner
All tips and gratuities for support staff with theexception of your lead adventure guide(s)All group entrance fees, activities, and groundtransportation
Arrival and departure day group airport transfers
PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDEInternational airfare, any airport taxes, or excessbaggage charges
Optional tips to your lead adventure guides
Personal expenses such as medical immunizations,phone calls, laundry, or souvenirsAirport transfers if arriving outside of the grouptransfer
Optional travel protection