Trekking & Expeditions in Peru
Guided treks and expeditions from the Inca Trail to remote Choquequirao, designed by a local team with more than 20 years in the Andes.
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Peru’s great trekking routes, led by the people who know them best. Whether you choose a classic route to Machu Picchu, venture to Choquequirao or explore alternative Andean trails, every trek can be tailored to your group.
Not the right length?
Tell us how many days you have and we will design the trek for you.
Inca Trail
The legendary route to Machu Picchu.
Walk the stone paths the Incas built to reach their citadel, with the support of a local Cusco team.
Inca Trail to Machu Picchu
The classic route to Machu Picchu, led by a local Cusco team. You can plan it as a shared or private trek.
Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu
A shorter option along a section of the Inca Trail, from Km 104 to Machu Picchu, including a guided tour of the citadel.
Not sure which Inca Trail fits you?
Tell us your dates and group size, and we will suggest the best option and check availability.
Choquequirao Expeditions
Discover one of the most extraordinary and remote Inca journeys in the Andes.
Choquequirao, the “Cradle of Gold”, is reached only on foot, so choose the route that fits your time and pace.
Not sure which version suits you? The 4-day and 5-day treks follow the same route; the 5-day option simply gives you more time on the trail.
Choquequirao Trek
A 4-day journey to Choquequirao with a local Cusco team.
Choquequirao Trek (Relaxed Pace)
The same route as the 4-day trek, but at a more relaxed pace. You camp at the ruins, with guides, muleteers and meals.
Choquequirao to Machu Picchu
Cross Victoria Pass, drive to Lucmabamba and continue via Llactapata to Aguas Calientes on this 6-day trek to Machu Picchu.
Choquequirao to Machu Picchu
Camp at Choquequirao, cross the Victoria and Yanama passes, then reach Llactapata and visit Machu Picchu.
Alternative Treks & Andean Routes
Alternative routes and Andean trails.
Beyond the Inca Trail, Salkantay, Lares and Ausangate offer big mountain scenery and living Andean culture.
Salkantay Trek
Humantay Lake, the Salkantay pass, Llactapata and Machu Picchu, all with a local Cusco team.
Salkantay Trek
This version takes you past Humantay Lake and over the Salkantay Pass to Machu Picchu.
Lares Trek
Walk from Huarán through Andean villages and past snow-capped peaks, then relax in the Lares hot springs.
Lares Trek
Camp in Andean villages on the way from Huarán to the Lares hot springs, and soak in thermal pools.
Lares Trek to Machu Picchu
Three days on foot through Andean villages from the Lares hot springs, followed by a train to Aguas Calientes and a guided visit to Machu Picchu.
Ausangate Trek
Circle the sacred Apu Ausangate and cross Palomani Pass at about 5,100 m a.s.l.
Short Treks & Day Hikes
Short adventures in the Sacred Valley and Andes.
Short on time? These hikes, close to Cusco, fit into a day or less.
Half-Day Treks
Chinchero to Urquillos Inca Trail
Walk a rebuilt Inca road with Sacred Valley views and a packed lunch. Shared or private service.
Perolniyoq Trek
A half-day walk from Socma along Inca paths to the Racaypata ruins and Perolniyoq waterfall. Private transport, guide, entrance ticket and snack are included.
Need a different short hike?
If you tell us how much time you have, we will suggest a short trek from Cusco and the Sacred Valley.
One-Day Treks
Humantay Lake Trek
Turquoise Humantay Lake in a single day, with a local Cusco team. You can plan it as a shared or private trek.
Rainbow Mountain Trek
A full-day trek from Cusco to the striped mountain slopes of the Andes, led by a local team. You can plan it as a shared or private trek.
Looking for another day hike?
Tell us your dates and fitness level, and we will recommend and organize one from Cusco.
High-Altitude & Remote Expeditions
Explore Peru’s spectacular high-altitude mountain landscapes.
Beyond Cusco, Peru’s great mountain ranges are made for expedition trekking. This collection is growing, so tell us where you want to go and we will prepare a personalized proposal.
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Cordillera Huayhuash
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Huaraz and the Cordillera Blanca
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Arequipa mountain and volcano treks
Plan Your Next Adventure with Santu
Tell us your dates, group and fitness level, and then our Cusco team will design your trek.