Machu Picchu Tours & Treks

As the mist lifts off the mountains and over the Inca ruins, Machu Picchu evokes an otherworldly feeling

It’s one of the world’s most incredible archaeological sites, with a breathtaking location to match. With all that Machu Picchu has to offer, it’s easy to understand why so many are drawn to the visitor heartland of Peru. The ultimate decision is how to get there. Choose a trek or take the train? You could hike through cloud forests along the classic Inca Trail, fulfill your Andes experience on the Quarry Trail or challenge yourself on the Choquequirao trek – it's up to you. We don’t need to tell you why the adventure is worth your while. Our local leaders will keep you safe, informed and inspired every step of the way.

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Which route is right for you?

A map showing three trekking routes to Machu Picchu: Inca Trail, Quarry Trail and Choquequirao Trail
Classic Inca Trail

With its spectacular natural scenery and profound cultural encounters, the Inca Trail is an international beacon for trekking. Attracting thousands of hikers each year, it's a challenging yet rewarding hike that stays with you for a lifetime. Although rated moderate, the relentless uphill (and downhill) hiking is tough - the fitter you are, the more you’ll enjoy it.

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Inca Quarry Trail

For an impressive hike off the beaten path, consider the Inca Quarry Trail. This lesser-known trek offers the same magical scenery of the Andes mountains, passing through local villages and visiting three smaller archaeological sites the other trails don’t. Another bonus is that the hike doesn’t require a permit – so once you book, you’re set.

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Choquequirao Trail

Take your boots further with a challenging eight-day hike moving through high-altitude cloud forests, over mega mountain passes and along an ancient trail leading to the well-preserved Inca city ruins of Choquequirao. This trail might be secluded and not for the faint-hearted but it's also one adventure you'll never forget, and that's a promise.

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Meet our team

Why choose us

Trek experts

All our guides are certified local tour guides and trained in-house on Intrepid Safety Policies. Each trekking guide also receives exclusive Intrepid training, provided by mountain rescue experts in the field.

Safety first

All our guides and trek leaders have been trained by medical specialists in handling altitude illness and are proficient in first aid. Our team carries oxygen cylinders on all treks for emergency use.

Local matters

Our team members live and work in the Andean region, which means revenue from all our treks benefit the local economy.

Full inclusions

We take care of the details, so you can focus more on enjoying the journey. Our tours include all meals, with essential camping equipment and the option to hire additional hiking equipment if needed.

Rainforest Alliance tick of approval

We are proud to have the tick of approval from the Rainforest Alliance indicating that we meet and operate at the highest standards in environmental, social and economic sustainability.

Sustainable travel

We strive to use travel as a force for good. That’s why we choose to give back to the communities we visit, carbon offset all our trips and take our social and environmental responsibilities seriously. We’ve been officially certified as the world’s largest travel B Corp, which means when you choose Intrepid Travel, you can rest assured you’re traveling to improve the planet.

Machu Picchu tour reviews

4.9 out of 5 based on 1018 reviews submitted.
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Machu Picchu by Train Short Break

Colin · Traveled March 2024
This trip would have to rate in the highest experience I have witnessed in my life
Review submitted 12 Mar 2024

Inca Trail Express

Gowan · Traveled March 2024
The Inca Trail Express trip was amazing! The Intrepid tour guides helped facilitate all of the tours and made our trip so much more enjoyable! I recommend this trip to anyone looking to learn more about the culture of Peru and experience on of the most beautiful places in the world.
Review submitted 09 Mar 2024

Inca Trail Express

Megan · Traveled March 2024
Amazing!! Felt plugged into the community and culture! I would recommend the Quarry trail. The food was amazing!!
Review submitted 08 Mar 2024

Sacred Land of the Incas

Jessica · Traveled February 2024
Absolutely amazing, couldn’t recommend enough
Review submitted 10 Mar 2024

Sacred Land of the Incas

Carmel · Traveled February 2024
I cannot recommend Intrepid higher for the Peru Inca tour. I absolutely enjoyed learning about Peru as a country and it's local communities. Intrepid seems to work in a really sustainable way with it's communities which I think is fantasic. Our tour guide Hernan was amazing, very friendlyz knowledgeable and a great person. I am a vegetarian and always felt considered in every meal choice even in remote communities. I am so very happy with my trip but sad to see it coming to an end.
Review submitted 09 Mar 2024

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