Peru Encompassed

Travel from Lima to Cusco on a 20-day adventure that blends nature, culture, modern cities and ancient worlds. Trek the iconic Inca Trail or the lesser-known Quarry Trail to the ruins of Machu Picchu, wake up to the sounds of nature in the Amazon and experience life on the floating islands of Lake Titicaca at a homestay with the Uros people. Watch Andean condors soar over Colca Canyon at sunrise, see the mind-boggling Nazca Lines and sip Pisco sours as you acclimatise in Cusco. On this trip, you'll taste a little bit of everything Peru has to offer.This trip visits places at high altitudes, and some people can suffer from altitude sickness, regardless of age or physical health. Please see the medical and health information section of the Essential Trip Information for more details., This trip involves a lot of walking, and if you hike the Inca Trail or Quarry Trail, the trails are strenuous. This trip is recommended for those with a good level of fitness. Please bring comfortable footwear suitable for hiking. See the packing section of the Essential Trip Information for more details., Prepare to stay in very basic accommodation. This includes two homestays in rural Peru, the Amazon eco-lodge and camping along the Inca Trail or Quarry Trail (if you choose these activities). There'll be no power in these places, and some won't have showers or hot water., Temperatures in the Amazon can fluctuate from hot and humid in the day to chilly at night. Insects, especially mosquitoes, are common. We recommend tropical-strength insect repellent and light cotton clothing that covers your arms and legs, with warmer layers for the evening., According to Machu Picchu visiting regulations, all visitors must follow a pre-determined circuit within the site to relieve crowding. Circuit-based entrance tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis. We’ll do our best to get everyone travelling in a group on the same route, but it’s possible that members of the same group might be on a different circuit and not be together during this visit. Once the guided visit ends, visitors must exit the site and personal exploration of Machu Picchu is not permitted., Travellers who choose different ways of reaching Machu Picchu (Inca Trail, Quarry Trail or scenic train) will not follow the same routes within Machu Picchu. This means you may not be able to have photos overlooking Machu Picchu together. This applies to travellers on the same booking or separate bookings., Can't decide which trek is for you? Read up on them here: https://www.intrepidtravel.com/adventures/inca-trail-vs-quarry-trail/ Inca trail permits are limited and it's important to book well in advance, read more about it here: https://www.intrepidtravel.com/adventures/inca-trail-permit/