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Antigua to Cuzco Overview

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      USD $5,145
      CAD $5,180
      AUD $5,005
      EUR €4,010
      GBP £3,120
      NZD $6,415
      ZAR R40,010
      CHF FR4,640
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      USD $2,830
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      USD $7,975*
      CAD $7,927*
      AUD $7,713*
      EUR €5,985*
      GBP £4,846*
      NZD $9,811*
      ZAR R59,692*
      CHF FR6,878*
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  • 2013-01-01 - 2013-12-31

Cross the Americas on an overland adventure from Antigua, Guatemala to Cuzco, Peru

As far as ultimate American adventures go, this trip from Antigua to Cuzco has it all. Starting in Antigua, Guatemala, the tour ventures down through Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Ecuador, and finally ends in Cuzco, Peru. Loaded with culture, history, architecture and bountiful nature, this incredible American adventure will leave you breathless. This exciting itinerary may be full of trekking up volcanoes, exploring vibrant cities, kayaking down emerald rivers, snorkelling over reefs and taking part in all manor of outdoor and cultural activities, but there is also a great balance of down time too, with beaches, forests and unspoilt nature to be enjoyed and relaxed in. So if you’re after a life-affirming, awe-inspiring and never-to-be-forgotten adventure, then this epic trip is it.

  • Spot condors at Peru’s Colca Canyon

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Antigua to Cuzco Summary

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Days 51-53 Rio Verde

Rio Verde is a beautiful little town set in a valley with great hiking and close to several lovely waterfalls, including the San Miguels falls.

Days 54-55 Chugchilan/Quilotoa Loop

Nestled in amongst the Andes, Chugchilan is a picturesque village with amazing mountain scenery, wonderful hiking trails and is a perfect base to explore the area. The Quilotoa Loop starts in Latacunga and journeys through local villages, stunning mountain vistas, cloud forests and valleys, and to the beautiful Laguna Quilotoa.

Day 56 Riobamba

Ecuador's mountain-climbing and trekking capital, Riobamba is a lovely city at the starting point of the Nariz del Diablo (Devil's Nose) train ride.

Day 57 Cuenca

With roots tracing back to 8000BC, Cuenca is a fascinating and beautiful city, and World Heritage-listed due to its wonderfully preserved heritage buildings.

Days 58-59 Punta Sal

Gorgeous secluded beaches, blue skies and a relaxed pace of life are on offer in Punta Sal, a lovely beachside town in the very north of Peru.

Days 60-61 Huanchaco

Famed for its 'surfing' fishermen, Huanchaco was once a small fishing village but is now a relaxed beach haven for travellers keen on seeing the nearby ruins.

Days 62-64 Huaraz

Set amid the dramatic Callejon de Huaylas Valley and known for its excellent trekking, Huaraz has a lovely Plaza de Armas and good markets.

Days 65-66 Lima

Lima is a large, fascinating hotchpotch of architectural styles, coastal scenes, world cuisines, impressive museums, traditional culture and modern arts and nightlife.

Day 67 Paracas/Ballestas Islands

Home to a large number of birds and wildlife species, Paracas National Reserve helps preserve Peru's marine ecosystem and the cultural heritage of the Paracas people. With birds circling ahead, a dramatic coastline with stone arches and caves, and animals galore lazing on rocks and beaches, the Ballestas Islands are a visual feast.

Day 68 Nazca

Rebuilt completely after a devastating earthquake in 1996, Nazca is home to the mysterious Nazca Lines and a city of colourful houses with a pretty main square.

Day 69 Puerto Inca

Puerto Inca is a tiny, sandy place with an abundance of ruins and beautiful coastal scenery to enjoy.

Days 70-71 Arequipa

The beautiful 'White City' of Arequipa is surrounded by volcanoes, is rich in Spanish colonial architecture and abounds with local culture and cuisine.

Days 72-73 Chivay/Colca Canyon

Known for its love of karaoke, Chivay is a small town located near the Colca Canyon with an interesting market and some relaxing hot springs close by. Over twice as deep as the Grand Canyon, and with Andean Condors soaring high above, the Colca Canyon commands reverie.

Day 74 Raqchi Homestay

Traditional houses, customs and handicrafts are a signature part of Raqchi, a small village just outside of Cuzco.

Days 75-76 Cuzco

Cuzco is the gateway to Machu Picchu and a city with majestic architecture, impressive ruins, a lively town centre and cultural significance around every cobblestone corner.

Days 77-80 Quechua Community Trek/Classic Inca Trail

Winding around mountains, through valleys and up steep slopes, the iconic Inca Trail is a series of beautiful vistas and challenging hikes all the way to Machu Picchu. A relaxed and spectacular alternate to the classic Inca Trail trek, the Quecha Community Trek traverses Inca ruins, glacial lakes, lush valleys, waterfalls, soaring peaks and overnights in local villages.

Days 81-82 Machu Picchu/Cuzco

Built sometime in the 15th century and rediscovered in 1911, the staggering ruins of Machu Picchu were thought to be an estate for the Incan emperor, Pachacuti. A World Heritage site set amongst red-green hills with ruins scattered close by, Cuzco is impressive in every way - be it history, culture, nightlife or architecture.
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What's included in this trip

  • Start:

    Antigua, Guatemala

  • Finish:

    Cuzco, Peru

  • Group size:

    Min 4 , Max 22

  • Ages:

    Min 18

  • Meals:

    All meals when camping

  • Accommodation:

    Cabin (2 nts), Camping (with basic facilities) (2 nts), Camping (with facilities) (31 nts), Guesthouse (9 nts), Homestay (1 nt), Hostel (4 nts), Hotel (27 nts), Lodge (3 nts)

  • Transport:

    Boat, Overland vehicle, Train

  • Included activities:

    3 night/3 day Amazon Adventure, Alternative Inca Trail and Quechua Community trek, Ballestas Island entrance fee, Chan Chan Archaeological Site, Chauchilla cemetery, City tour, Coffee Plantation Tour, Manizales, El Penon de Guatape, Guided tour of Cartagena, Guided tour of ruins, Lord of Sipan Museum, Machu Picchu guided tour, Mitad del Mundo, Paracas National Park, Pyramids of Sun and Moon, Raqchi Artisan Centre and ruins, Thermal baths, Tour of the Sacred Valley, Sacsayhuaman and Ollantaytambo, Trek from Quilotoa to Chugchilan, Trekking, Trip to Los Nevados National Park, Visit to Banos, Visit to Santuario la Lajas, Visit to the Panama Canal

  • Notes:

    Please note that this trip requires minimum numbers to depart, and may be cancelled up until 56 days prior to departure. The places showing on the dates and availability page are an indication only so please contact Intrepid to check if your preferred date will depart before making any final arrangements, such as booking non-changeable flights.

  • Trip price from

    USD $5,145
    CAD $5,180
    AUD $5,005
    EUR €4,010
    GBP £3,120
    NZD $6,415
    ZAR R40,010
    CHF FR4,640
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    USD $2,830
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  • Total price from

    USD $7,975*
    CAD $7,927*
    AUD $7,713*
    EUR €5,985*
    GBP £4,846*
    NZD $9,811*
    ZAR R59,692*
    CHF FR6,878*
    *     Price information
  • * Refer to booking conditions
  • ‡ As our kitty is flexible the indicated amount is indicative only - please click here to view the kitty amount for your departure date.

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    USD $97
    CAD $96
    AUD $94
    EUR €72
    GBP £59
    NZD $119
    ZAR R727
    CHF FR83
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    • 82
    • QDOWC
    • Trip Price tool tip
      USD $5,145
      CAD $5,180
      AUD $5,005
      EUR €4,010
      GBP £3,120
      NZD $6,415
      ZAR R40,010
      CHF FR4,640
    • Kitty tool tip
      USD $2,830
      ‡
    • Total price tool tip
      USD $7,975*
      CAD $7,927*
      AUD $7,713*
      EUR €5,985*
      GBP £4,846*
      NZD $9,811*
      ZAR R59,692*
      CHF FR6,878*
      *
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You must check that permits are available for the date you start the Inca Trail. For example, if your trip starts on July 11, and the Inca Trail starts on day 4, you will need your permit on July 14.

This information should be used as a guide only as availability may change by the time we receive your request.

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Alternative Routes

Inca Trail permits are now sold out. However, you can opt to hike the Inca Quarry Trail - with spectacular and diverse sceneries this trek is an exceptional alternative to the very busy Inca Trail. Alternatively, travel by train through the picturesque Urubamba Valley to Aguas Calientes. Both options include a visit to Machu Picchu! Please contact us to arrange the one that suits you best!