Machu Picchu & Sacred Valley
Machu Picchu & Sacred Valley, Peru
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Machu Picchu & Sacred Valley
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Colores de Huaypo
Suni
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Moderate
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Full-day
During this exploration, we can get to know the daily life of local communities: shepherds and farmers. Between November and May...
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Exploration Path
During this exploration, we can get to know the daily life of local communities: shepherds and farmers. Between November and May, the landscape is lush green and humid, while from June to October the setting features are ochre, red and yellow. Lunch is served beside a lagoon and the last span of the route takes us to at an altitude from where a broad 360° panoramic view can be enjoyed.
238 m 781 ft
-424 m -1.391 ft
3.751 m 12.306 ft
3.518 m 11.542 ftElevation Profile
Pachatusan
Puna
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Hike
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Expert
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Full-day
We begin our ascent by a path of agricultural and livestock use. During this exploration, we can see Cerro Pachatusan, considered in Inca culture...
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Exploration Path
We begin our ascent by a path of agricultural and livestock use. During this exploration, we can see Cerro Pachatusan, considered in Inca culture to be the protector of the world. We walk to an open area with wide views of the Cusco Valley and finally, we descend to the archaeological centers of Pukara and Tipón, where agriculture was developed with an important Inca hydraulic system that is still in use today.
1.344 m 4.409 ft
-991 m -3.251 ft
4.179 m 13.711 ft
3.069 m 10.069 ftElevation Profile
Incañan
Puna
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Hike
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Expert
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Full-day
This is the most physicallydemanding exploration and the one with the most spectacular landscapes. It crosses the Urubamba mountain...
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Exploration Path
This is the most physicallydemanding exploration and the one with the most spectacular landscapes. It crosses the Urubamba mountain chain from north to south, over a trail that goes along the second highest peak in the region, the Sawasiray, with 19,088 ft.
1.129 m 3.704 ft
-1.497 m -4.911 ft
4.611 m 15.128 ft
3.287 m 10.784 ftElevation Profile
Huchuy Qosqo
Puna
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Hike
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Advanced
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Full-day
This exploration offers breathtaking views to lagoons at different altitudes, to the farmlands of Chinchero and to the valleys. To reach...
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Exploration Path
This exploration offers breathtaking views to lagoons at different altitudes, to the farmlands of Chinchero and to the valleys. To reach the remains of the Huchuy Qosqo Palaces, it goes down an Inca trail. Once in the remains, you cannot miss lying down in the gardens, taking a rest and enjoying the view towards Sacred Valley.
968 m 3.176 ft
-1.738 m -5.702 ft
4.318 m 14.167 ft
2.971 m 9.747 ftElevation Profile
Stream to Cusco
Puna
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Hike
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Advanced
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Full-day
The trail crosses the mountains that separate the Sacred Valley from Cusco and reaches the Town Square of the Inca’s imperial city. This road...
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Exploration Path
The trail crosses the mountains that separate the Sacred Valley from Cusco and reaches the Town Square of the Inca’s imperial city. This road simulates the journey followed by the Incas and Spanish conquerors more than 500 years ago. Before completing the exploration, there is a guided tour to the huge walls of the Saqsaywaman and its archaeological and ceremonial centers.
630 m 2.067 ft
-968 m -3.176 ft
4.281 m 14.045 ft
3.402 m 11.161 ftElevation Profile
Tastayoc
Puna
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Hike
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Advanced
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Full-day
We begin in the altitude, through a pastureland highly isolated from the rest of the valley. The trail includes several lagoons...
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Exploration Path
We begin in the altitude, through a pastureland highly isolated from the rest of the valley. The trail includes several lagoons, some with turquoise waters due to thawing, and others with transparent waters, allowing travelers to learn about high-mountain water ecosystems.
892 m 2.927 ft
-1.085 m -3.560 ft
4.687 m 15.377 ft
3.786 m 12.421 ftElevation Profile
Lloclla
Puna
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Hike
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Moderate
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Full-day
This mountain walk follows tracks used by local shepherds among lagoons serving as water deposits to sustain the area’s rural lifestyle...
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Exploration Path
This mountain walk follows tracks used by local shepherds among lagoons serving as water deposits to sustain the area’s rural lifestyle between the valleys of Lamay and Pisac. Old mountain trails, mild slopes, views, and people, among others, invite travelers to relax, walk calmly, breathe deeply and enjoy different perspectives and colors.
432 m 1.417 ft
-583 m -1.913 ft
4.396 m 14.423 ft
4.033 m 13.232 ftElevation Profile
5 Lagunas
Puna
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Hike
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Moderate
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Full-day
This walk begins at an isolated community in the heights of the Andes. From there, the trail goes up to a broad pass from...
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Exploration Path
This walk begins at an isolated community in the heights of the Andes. From there, the trail goes up to a broad pass from where to observe the snow capped Sawasiray and other snowcapped peaks. The descent takes us through a ravine with llama and alpaca herds, passing beside several lagoons that reflect the large snowcapped peak in the background and the yellow-colored mountains.
432 m 1.417 ft
-435 m -1.427 ft
4.357 m 14.295 ft
4.174 m 13.694 ftElevation Profile
Paru
Puna
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Hike
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Moderate
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Full-day
This exploration transports travelers to paths where only shepherds pass. There they will walk to more than 13000 ft. Then, following some water...
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Exploration Path
This exploration transports travelers to paths where only shepherds pass. There they will walk to more than 13000 ft. Then, following some water courses, explore the slopes of the mountains and lagoons between ranches of Paru-Paru.
726 m 2.382 ft
-588 m -1.929 ft
4.242 m 13.917 ft
3.900 m 12.795 ftElevation Profile
La Verónica
Puna
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Hike
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Moderate
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Full-day
This hiking takes us through a reserve aimed at preserving forests and endangered birds. In the dry season, the snow-capped Verónica...
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Exploration Path
This hiking takes us through a reserve aimed at preserving forests and endangered birds. In the dry season, the snow-capped Verónica hill and the mountains surrounding it are the main attractions. During the rainy season, views may be obstructed by clouds, but then the ground steals the limelight.
164 m 538 ft
-680 m -2.231 ft
4.418 m 14.495 ft
3.810 m 12.500 ftElevation Profile
Amor Violento
Suni
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Hike
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Moderate
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Full-day
We begin with a visit to the community of Cúper Bajo, where a group of weavers teach us their work and culture. Next, we walk up the slope...
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Exploration Path
We begin with a visit to the community of Cúper Bajo, where a group of weavers teach us their work and culture. Next, we walk up the slope of a large hill through agricultural terraces, the valley and the town of Chinchero. We descend to Chinchero and the archaeological site. From there, we take an Inca road down to the valley. We have lunch at a viewpoint and continue descending until we reach Explora.
590 m 1.936 ft
-1.387 m -4.551 ft
3.992 m 13.097 ft
2.945 m 9.662 ftElevation Profile
Maras Plateau
Suni
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Hike
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Moderate
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Full-day
The trail begins at a farming community located amidst hills and goes down to the Inca remains of Moray, from where it continues to...
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Exploration Path
The trail begins at a farming community located amidst hills and goes down to the Inca remains of Moray, from where it continues to the colonial town of Maras. We see a piece of history in every corner. Afterwards, the trail descends to the bottom of the Sacred Valley and goes through the salt mines. The track crosses barley and potato fields and other crops.
170 m 558 ft
-1.047 m -3.435 ft
3.732 m 12.244 ft
2.841 m 9.321 ftElevation Profile
Machu-Picchu Inti Punku
Quechua
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Hike
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Moderate
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Full-day
We begin in Ollantaytambo, where we take the train to Aguas Calientes. There, we take the bus up to Machu Picchu. We walk towards...
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Exploration Path
We begin in Ollantaytambo, where we take the train to Aguas Calientes. There, we take the bus up to Machu Picchu. We walk towards Inti Punku or Puerta del Sol, an old check point, to enter the citadel. Then we descend and explore this magical place for approximately three hours. Once we have thoroughly explored the sanctuary, we leave Machu Picchu and head towards the station to take the train back.
*This exploration combines Explora services with third-party services, meaning it must be confirmed with our booking team at least 50 days before the visit. It has an additional cost of USD $400 for adults and USD $350 for children (up to 11 years). The exploration to Machu Picchu is provided through the rail company Perú Rail in the “Vistadome” or “Expedition” modality, depending on availability. The entrance to Machu Picchu must be at 11am.
To make your reservation, contact us by email at reserve@explora.com or phone us at +56 2 2395 2800.
695 m 2.280 ft
-698 m -2.290 ft
2.720 m 8.924 ft
2.388 m 7.835 ftElevation Profile
Senderito de Pisaq
Suni
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Hike
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Moderate
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Full-day
We descend from the mountains to the remains of Pisaq. We will use one of our alternative routes to access the back of the remains...
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Exploration Path
We descend from the mountains to the remains of Pisaq. We will use one of our alternative routes to access the back of the remains, which provides for a unique view. This exploration is recommended for every traveler wishing to enjoy an altitude landscape that calls for contemplation.
191 m 627 ft
-1.013 m -3.323 ft
3.871 m 12.700 ft
2.977 m 9.767 ftElevation Profile
Moray
Suni
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Hike
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Easy
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Half-day
The trail begins at a farming community located amidst hills and goes down to the Inca remains of Moray, a laboratory of experimental...
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Exploration Path
The trail begins at a farming community located amidst hills and goes down to the Inca remains of Moray, a laboratory of experimental farming where different microclimates are used to grow crops.
76 m 248 ft
-302 m -991 ft
3.732 m 12.244 ft
3.477 m 11.407 ftElevation Profile
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