LAMAY & SACRED VALLEY TRAILS

We will pick you up from Cusco airport and travel through the Andean mountains toward the Sacred Valley of the Incas, allowing for a gentle descent ideal for acclimatization. Along the way, visit the colorful Pisac artisanal market, known for its traditional crafts. Enjoy a fresh, healthy lunch at La Base Lamay, featuring local flavors. In the afternoon, take part in the Lamay Village Experience, a guided walk through the village. Meet local hosts who share their daily activities, including bread baking, guinea pig farming and the preparation of chicha de jora, a traditional fermented corn drink. Taste this ancestral beverage and connect with the cultural essence of Lamay. Short drive or walk to your chosen hotel in Lamay or at the Sacred Valley of the Incas.

The day begins at Lamay, in a quiet town in the Sacred Valley, with coffee and preparation before setting off on a mindful morning walk toward the Sirenachayoc Forest Bath. We walk through Lamay’s streets and native forest trails, enjoying fresh air, cold water, and moments of conscious breathing to connect body and nature. On our return, we visit the historic Chuquibambilla Hacienda, a 17th-century estate currently under restoration, rich in colonial architecture and original artwork. Lunch is enjoyed at Parwa, highlighting local flavors and nourishing cuisine in a relaxed setting. In the afternoon, we continue with a gentle hike through farmland near Mount Pitusiray, visiting the Urco archaeological site, linked to ancient agricultural and cosmological knowledge. We then explore the Inkariy Museum, gaining insight into Peru’s pre-Inca cultures and their worldviews. The experience blends nature, history, and community at an unhurried pace.

This experience begins with a scenic drive from La Base Lamay to the Sapacto highlands, overlooking the Sacred Valley. There, we meet our llamas and local muleteers, who help carry food and equipment for the day. We walk at a gentle pace through potato farms, wetlands, and open landscapes shaped by glaciers and colorful lagoons. Along the trail, we encounter herds of alpacas and llamas, while native and migratory birds accompany our journey. The route offers stunning views of the sacred Apus Pitusiray, Sahuasiray, and Chicon, deeply rooted in Andean worldview. We connect with local shepherds and farmers who greet us along the way. Hiking with llamas supports fair local employment and helps reintroduce llamas into the Andean ecosystem. A peaceful, meaningful journey through the high Andes, rooted in nature, culture, and community.

We will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to Ollantaytambo Station to board the train to Km 104, the starting point of the one-day Inca Trail hike. From here, you will begin an uphill walk through the lush cloud forest, following ancient Inca paths. Along the way, you will visit the impressive archaeological site of Wiñay Wayna. The trail then continues along beautifully preserved stone pathways toward Machu Picchu. Enter the citadel through the iconic Sun Gate, a magical moment ideal for unforgettable photos. After the visit, take a bus down to Machu Picchu town and enjoy a relaxing overnight stay at a Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel.

Starting with an early morning pick-up from your hotel, we transfer to Ollantaytambo to board the train to Machu Picchu. Our guide will meet you on your arrival at the train station in Aguas Calenientes (aka Machu Pichu Village) and take you to the bus stop for the 30-minute drive to the archaeological site. After your guided tour of the Machu Picchu citadel, take the bus back down to Aguas Calientes. The guide will drop you at a restaurant for lunch or to the train station for your return to Ollantaytambo. Transfer from Ollantaytambo train station to your hotel in Cusco City.

In the morning, we will drive to Sacsayhuaman and neighboring archaeological sites, where we will discover the impressive architecture and learn how the ancient cultures of Cusco integrated their presence with the natural landscape of the Andes. After the visit, we will hike down the ¨Inca Trail¨ to the San Blas bohemian neighborhood, to enjoy a delicious lunch in a traditional restaurant. After lunch, we will start our tour of the city walking through art galleries filled with colonial handicrafts and Andean textiles. Then we will visit the Cathedral, Qoricancha (the Temple of the Sun) and the Plaza de Armas. If time allows we can go to the Pre-Colombian art museum or other iconic places in the city of Cusco. Then back to the hotel or to our next destination.

Last day in Cusco. Today we will have a free morning to enjoy in our hotel or to walk around city of Cusco. Time to get ready to be transferred to the airport and fly back to Lima or to our next destination.