Machu Picchu & the Inca Trail
What makes Machu Picchu so special?
Machu Picchu, the Lost City of the Incas, is a magical set of Inca ruins perched on top of a mountain and surrounded by snow capped peaks. It has captivated travellers since it was rediscovered by Hiram Bingham in 1911 and is now recognised as one of the New Seven Wonders of the World – trekking to Machu Picchu is truly an unforgettable experience.
Machu Picchu is usually reached by a trek on the Inca Trail, a four day hike along old Inca roadways, over high altitude passes, taking in a series of ancient Inca ruins along the way before arriving at the Sun Gate of Machu Picchu itself. Trekking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu is truly one of the most famous walks in the world and is an essential trip to take for any trekking enthusiast.
While most companies only offer one or two routes to the Lost City of the Incas, Mountain Kingdoms offers a range of options for those interested in trekking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. The Inca Trail treks all include ample time for a thorough exploration of Machu Picchu, together with several days acclimatising in the Sacred Valley, where you will visit several important Inca sites. We also spend time, after trekking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, in the colourful and lively Andean city of Cusco where Inca traditions combine with Colonial influences in a fascinating cultural mix.
Alongside the world famous Classic Inca Trail Trek, we offer the shorter Hiram Bingham Trail to Machu Picchu (following in the footsteps of the great explorer), a family adventure holiday and a remote trek to the lost Inca city of Choqueqirao. We also have a cultural tour – The Peruvian Explorer – and a trek across high mountain passes staying in luxurious lodges along the way with wonderful views of Machu Picchu. If none of our trips is quite right for you, why not design your own? We will be more than happy to put together a tailor made Inca Trail trek to suit your needs. However you want to get to Machu Picchu, Mountain Kingdoms have the expert knowledge to put together your ideal Peruvian adventure.
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View our outstanding range of Inca Trail treks below, including luxury and Tailor Made options for trekking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu.
Classic Inca Trail
The world famous Inca Trail trek, giving the best possible acclimatisation and an extra day at Machu Picchu.
Hiram Bingham Trail
Trek alongside the roaring Urumbamba river, through pristine cloud forest visiting seldom seen Inca ruins along the way before reaching Machu Picchu.
Luxury Lodges to Machu Picchu
This fabulous trans-Andean lodge-to-lodge trek winds its way through the spectacular Cordillera Vilcabamba mountains staying in luxurious lodges en-route that offer the finest comfort and cuisine. The trek culminates with a stunning view of Machu Pichhu that few visitors have ever seen.
Peruvian Explorer
This varied tour is a wonderful introduction, in just 16 days, to the best of Peru’s three southern geographical regions, visiting the Colca Canyon, Lake Titicaca and the Amazon rainforest as well as Machu Picchu.
Choquequirao, City of Condors
An exciting trek through the remote Vilcabamba region, with pre-trek acclimatisation in the beautiful Sacred Valley and time for visiting Machu Picchu and Cuzco. Our ultimate objective is the Condor City of Choquequirao; visiting this magical Inca site today is said to be like a visit to Machu Picchu in 1915.
Family Trek, Peru
This exciting trip has been specially designed to offer a wide range of different activities which will appeal to all ages. This trip has loads of treats for all the family including a trip to the Amazon jungle, an exploration of Inca ruins, a four day trek, some white water rafting and, of course, a visit to iconic Machu Picchu. The perfect family adventure!
TREKKING THE INCA TRAIL
Classic Inca Trail
The world famous Inca Trail trek, giving the best possible acclimatisation and an extra day at Machu Picchu.
Hiram Bingham Trail
Trek alongside the roaring Urumbamba river, through pristine cloud forest visiting seldom seen Inca ruins along the way before reaching Machu Picchu.
TREKKING IN STYLE
Luxury Lodges to Machu Picchu
This fabulous trans-Andean lodge-to-lodge trek winds its way through the spectacular Cordillera Vilcabamba mountains staying in luxurious lodges en-route that offer the finest comfort and cuisine. The trek culminates with a stunning view of Machu Pichhu that few visitors have ever seen.
PERUVIAN ADVENTURE TOUR
Peruvian Explorer
This varied tour is a wonderful introduction, in just 16 days, to the best of Peru’s three southern geographical regions, visiting the Colca Canyon, Lake Titicaca and the Amazon rainforest as well as Machu Picchu.
OFF THE BEATEN TRACK
Choquequirao, City of Condors
An exciting trek through the remote Vilcabamba region, with pre-trek acclimatisation in the beautiful Sacred Valley and time for visiting Machu Picchu and Cuzco. Our ultimate objective is the Condor City of Choquequirao; visiting this magical Inca site today is said to be like a visit to Machu Picchu in 1915.
FAMILY FUN
Family Trek, Peru
This exciting trip has been specially designed to offer a wide range of different activities which will appeal to all ages. This trip has loads of treats for all the family including a trip to the Amazon jungle, an exploration of Inca ruins, a four day trek, some white water rafting and, of course, a visit to iconic Machu Picchu. The perfect family adventure!