How can I request a custom itinerary?

You can request custom itineraries by using the Ask a Question button on our site to discuss your specific requirements.

Do I need any specific vaccinations for this trip?

Vaccination requirements can vary by destination. We recommend checking with health professionals for advice specific to the regions you'll be visiting.

What if I have special dietary requirements?

Please inform us of any dietary requirements via the Ask a Question button so we can accommodate your needs throughout the tour.

Is that possible to have a single room?

The single supplement for this tour would be an extra 319 EUR. If you have booked the 'My Own Room' option for this tour, you will receive your own single accommodation for all night stops, with the following exceptions: Nights 9-11.

What options are available if I don't want to hike on the tour?

The tour includes itinerary options such as the Cusco Stay option and the option to take a train to Machu Picchu in lieu of trekking.

What are the group sizes for the tours?

Group sizes can vary but are often small to medium to enhance the experience. Specific details are available upon request.

Can I book this trip with the Cusco stay option?

Yes, you can select the Cusco stay option which includes spending time in Cusco and taking the train to Machu Picchu. This option does not involve trekking.

We need to have the hiking information please to make sure we are ok for it. daily hike distance in km, ascent and descent details . Confirm they carry our luggage so we just carry day bag of water , sun cream etc .

Porters are allowed to carry no more than 6kg of personal belongings per hiker. That includes sleeping bag, toiletries, clothing, etc. Pax are allowed a total weight of 6kg for the hike, which will be carried in a duffle bag provided by the local office. Any additional weight must then be carried by pax in their day pack. They can leave large suitcases or backpacks at our office in Cusco.

Do I need to arrange my own airfare to join the tour?

Yes, passengers must purchase their own flights to join the tour. These costs are not included in the tour price.

Do you offer a similar tour without the Inca trail hike?

The Inca Empire tour has three options for itinerary when you book you can choose to hike the Inca Trail, hike the Lares Trek or the Cusco Stay option. The Cusco Stay option spends more time in Cusco and the Sacred Valley and you take the train to Machu Picchu.

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Itinerary

Intro
Introduction
Day 1
La Paz
La Paz
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel Las Brisas)
Included Activities
- Meet Your CEO and Group
Optional Activities
- Death Road Biking Adventure
- La Paz City Tour (25-45USD per person)
- Valley of the Moon Tour (15USD per person)
- Witches' Market Visit
Day 2
La Paz
La Paz
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel Las Brisas)
Included Activities
- Tiahuanaco Ruins Visit
Landmarks
Tiahuanaco Ruins
Day 3
La Paz to Puno
La Paz to Puno
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Pukara House)
Included Activities
- Border Crossing (Bolivia - Peru)
Landmarks
Lake Titicaca
Day 4
Puno - Lake Titicaca
Puno - Lake Titicaca
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Local lunch with spectacular views at Taquile Islands), Dinner (Dinner with host family at homestay)
Accommodation
Home-stay (Luquina Homestay)
Included Activities
- Lake Titicaca Guided Boat Tour Day 1
- Lake Titicaca Homestay
Landmarks
Taquile Islands
Lake Titicaca
Day 5
Lake Titicaca - Puno
Lake Titicaca - Puno
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation
Hotel (Pukara House)
Included Activities
- Uros Floating Islands Visit
- Lake Titicaca Guided Boat Tour
Optional Activities
- Lake Titicaca Kayak Excursion
- Sillustani Burial Towers Entrance (59PEN per person)
Landmarks
Uros Floating Islands
Sillustani
Day 6
Puno to Cusco
Puno to Cusco
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel de la Villa Hermoza)
Landmarks
Cusco
Day 7
Cusco
Cusco
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel de la Villa Hermoza)
Optional Activities
- Cusco Cooking Class
- Inka Museum (10PEN per person)
- Rainbow Mountain Hike - Full-day Trip
- Cusco City Tour (45PEN per person)
- Cusco Tourist Ticket (130PEN per person)
Landmarks
Coricancha
Santo Domingo Church
Archaeological Museum of Cusco
Rainbow Mountain
Day 8
Cusco to Ollantaytambo
Cusco to Ollantaytambo
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Buffet-style lunch at Parwa Community Restaurant with proceeds going back to the community)
Accommodation
Lodge (Peru Quechua's Lodge Ollantaytambo)
Included Activities
- Ccaccaccollo Community and Women's Weaving Co-op visit
- Cuyo Chico Pottery Making Demonstration
- Parwa Community Restaurant the Sacred Valley
Optional Activities
- Ollantaytambo Storehouse Ruins and Hike
Landmarks
Ccaccaccollo Community
Cuyo Chico Pottery Community
Parwa Community Restaurant
Ollantaytambo
Day 9
Ollantaytambo to Inca Trail
Ollantaytambo to Inca Trail
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Camping (Campsite Wayllabamba)
Included Activities
- Inca Trail Hike
- Handmade Biodegradable Soap Products
Landmarks
Llactapata Ruins
Day 10
Inca Trail - Dead Woman's Pass
Inca Trail - Dead Woman's Pass
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Lodge (Peru Quechua's Lodge Ollantaytambo)
Included Activities
- Inca Trail Hike
Landmarks
Warmiwañusca (Dead Woman's Pass)
Day 11
Inca Trail - Mountain Passes
Inca Trail - Mountain Passes
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel Wiracocha Inn)
Included Activities
- Inca Trail Hike
Landmarks
Runquraqay Pass
Phuyupatamarca
Wiñay Wayna
Cordillera Vilcabamba
Urubamba Valley
Day 12
Machu Picchu to Cusco
Machu Picchu to Cusco
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel de la Villa Hermoza)
Included Activities
- Inca Trail Hike
- Machu Picchu Guided Tour
Optional Activities
- Machu Picchu Circuit 1
Landmarks
Machu Picchu
Sun Gate
Day 13
Cusco
Cusco
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel de la Villa Hermoza)
Optional Activities
- Rainbow Mountain Hike - Full-day Trip
Day 14
Cusco to Lima
Cusco to Lima
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Lima Wasi Hotel)
Optional Activities
- Lima City Tour (40USD per person)
- Lima Cooking Class (4hrs)
- Full Day Lima Experience (150USD per person)
Landmarks
Miraflores
Day 15
Lima
Lima
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
Tiahuanaco Ruins

Landmarks
Lake Titicaca

Landmarks
Taquile Islands
Lake Titicaca

Landmarks
Uros Floating Islands
Sillustani

Landmarks
Cusco

Landmarks
Coricancha
Santo Domingo Church
Archaeological Museum of Cusco
Rainbow Mountain

Landmarks
Ccaccaccollo Community
Cuyo Chico Pottery Community
Parwa Community Restaurant
Ollantaytambo

Landmarks
Llactapata Ruins

Landmarks
Warmiwañusca (Dead Woman's Pass)

Landmarks
Runquraqay Pass
Phuyupatamarca
Wiñay Wayna
Cordillera Vilcabamba
Urubamba Valley

Landmarks
Machu Picchu
Sun Gate

Landmarks
Miraflores

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Insurance
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Where You'll Stay

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Hotel Las Brisas
Hotel
Days 1, 2
Pukara House
Hotel
Days 3, 5
Luquina Homestay
Home-stay
day 4
Hotel de la Villa Hermoza
Hotel
Days 6, 7, 12, 13
Peru Quechua's Lodge Ollantaytambo
Lodge
Days 8, 10
Campsite Wayllabamba
Camping
day 9
Hotel Wiracocha Inn
Hotel
day 11
Lima Wasi Hotel
Hotel
day 14

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Traveler Reviews

4.8

Overall rating based on 13 Reviews

Itinerary
4.5
Transport
4.6
Guide
5.0
Accommodation
3.5
Food
5.0
Tour Operator
4.7

Jeanine5.0•January 2024
One of the best things I’ve ever done. Destination, itinerary, tour guide (CEO) and fellow travellers were all...
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Samuel5.0•July 2023
The Inca Tour through G Adventures was a once in a lifetime experience. Our guides were friendly, knowledgeable, and...
The Inca Tour through G Adventures was a once in a lifetime experience. Our guides were friendly, knowledgeable, and did whatever they could to go above and beyond for our tour group. A big shout out to our main guide, Guido, especially who never stopped working to show us everything we wanted to see. One thing I liked about this tour specifically was how authentic it felt. You really interact extensively with the locals and get accustomed to their language, food and culture. The highlight of the trip of course was the hike to Machu Picchu but a close second was the day prior to the start of the hike where you drive to multiple little villages and see how the local artisans hone their craft. The hotels were all clean and comfortable but if you are looking for a pampered tour through touristy capitals then you will be disappointed. This tour is all about engaging with a new culture in a hands on way. You will get dirty and be sore on that long hike, but you will always be safe and have access to necessities when you must. After this experience I already can't wait to book my next tour.Show more
Traveled in July 2023
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Hi Samuel, So nice to read! Our world deserves more you.
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Emily5.0•June 2022
It was just incredible! I love G Adventures. All of the staff, the effort that goes into the tours and the respect...
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Paige5.0•June 2022
This was my first G tour post pandemic, and I can honestly say that I felt safe and comfortable throughout my entire...
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Sharon5.0•October 2018
The Inca Empire trip was everything I expected it to be.
Traveled in September 2018
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Thank you very much for your positive feedback. We are very glad you had a great experience during your trip and we hope to see you soon in a new Adventure!
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Christopher5.0•November 2018
because I highly liked it
Traveled in October 2018
Philip5.0•October 2018
Like the group size, people of all ages, from around the world. We love sharing travel with other travellers.
Traveled in September 2018
Cliodhna5.0•August 2018
It was an amazing way to complete a holiday like this as the guides were locals and all really knew a lot of...
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Traveled in July 2018
Jacob4.0•August 2018
Our CEO was amazing- however we weren't given double beds through the whole trip. Also every hotel had no hot water...
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Traveled in July 2018
Wilma5.0•October 2018
I enjoyed a small group.. I was impressed with our Guide Daniel Uscamayta
Traveled in September 2018
Reply from: G Adventures
Thank you very much for your positive feedback. We hope to see you soon in a new Adventure!
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Momi
Asked on March 12th, 2025
How can I request a custom itinerary?
Tour Details
- G AdventuresOperator•Written March 2025
  You can request custom itineraries by using the Ask a Question button on our site to discuss your specific requirements.
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Patricia
Asked on February 21st, 2025
Do I need any specific vaccinations for this trip?
Travel Support
- G AdventuresOperator•Written February 2025
  Vaccination requirements can vary by destination. We recommend checking with health professionals for advice specific to the regions you'll be visiting.
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Britt
Asked on February 14th, 2025
What if I have special dietary requirements?
Meals
- G AdventuresOperator•Written February 2025
  Please inform us of any dietary requirements via the Ask a Question button so we can accommodate your needs throughout the tour.
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Ronald
Asked on January 14th, 2025
Is that possible to have a single room?
Accommodation
Single supplement
- G AdventuresOperator•Written January 2025
  The single supplement for this tour would be an extra 319 EUR. If you have booked the 'My Own Room' option for this tour, you will receive your own single accommodation for all night stops, with the following exceptions: Nights 9-11.
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  Ronald
  Traveler•Written January 2025
  Do you offer the same program but not with the trekking days and instead just train - bus to macchu picchu. Obviusly a shorter day duration then?
- G AdventuresOperator•Written January 2025
  Yes we do. There are 3 options to Machu Picchu on this itinerary. - 4 Day Inca Trail Hike - 3 Day Lares Trek Hike - Cusco Stay (no hike and take scenic train and bus to Machy Picchu). The duration of the trip is the smae bit you would have extra days in Cusco if you pick Cusco Stay and 1 extra day if you book Lares Trek. The group then meets back up at Machu Picchu.
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Vanessa
Asked on December 21st, 2024
What options are available if I don't want to hike on the tour?
Tour Details
- G AdventuresOperator•Written December 2024
  The tour includes itinerary options such as the Cusco Stay option and the option to take a train to Machu Picchu in lieu of trekking.
M
Mallaury
Asked on December 12th, 2024
What are the group sizes for the tours?
Group size
- G AdventuresOperator•Written December 2024
  Group sizes can vary but are often small to medium to enhance the experience. Specific details are available upon request.
C
Clarence
Asked on November 4th, 2024
Can I book this trip with the Cusco stay option?
Price / Availability
Tour Details
- G AdventuresOperator•Written November 2024
  Yes, you can select the Cusco stay option which includes spending time in Cusco and taking the train to Machu Picchu. This option does not involve trekking.
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Suzanne
Asked on July 20th, 2024
We need to have the hiking information please to make sure we are ok for it. daily hike distance in km, ascent and descent details . Confirm they carry our luggage so we just carry day bag of water , sun cream etc .
Tour Details
Transport
- G AdventuresOperator•Written July 2024
  Porters are allowed to carry no more than 6kg of personal belongings per hiker. That includes sleeping bag, toiletries, clothing, etc. Pax are allowed a total weight of 6kg for the hike, which will be carried in a duffle bag provided by the local office. Any additional weight must then be carried by pax in their day pack. They can leave large suitcases or backpacks at our office in Cusco.
- S
  Suzanne
  Traveler•Written July 2024
  Thanks for the ascent/ descent information, that's no problem! Just the daily distance to walk please , how many kilometers per day of the hike please? Thanks
- G AdventuresOperator•Written July 2024
  For the Inca Trail you will be looking at the following distances : Day 1 : Inca Trail KM 82 – Wayllabamba Camp +-11km - 5h-6h duration. Day 2 : Wayllabamba Camp – Paqaymayo Camp +- 12km - 6h-7h duration. Day 3: Paqaymayo Camp – Wiñaywayna +-16km - 9h duration. Day 4: Wiñaywayna – Machu Picchu +- 6km - 2h-3h duration.
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Bob
Asked on June 15th, 2024
Do I need to arrange my own airfare to join the tour?
Flights / Transfers
- G AdventuresOperator•Written June 2024
  Yes, passengers must purchase their own flights to join the tour. These costs are not included in the tour price.
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Carla
Asked on June 5th, 2024
Do you offer a similar tour without the Inca trail hike?
Tour Details
- G AdventuresOperator•Written June 2024
  The Inca Empire tour has three options for itinerary when you book you can choose to hike the Inca Trail, hike the Lares Trek or the Cusco Stay option. The Cusco Stay option spends more time in Cusco and the Sacred Valley and you take the train to Machu Picchu.

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