Itinerary
Peru: Andean and Incan adventure
A Peru hiking trip along the epic Salkantay Trek
For the Incas, Cusco was the center of the world.
Now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Cusco remains a city that blends colonial Spanish charm with older, more austere remains of pre-Columbian glory—one can still see the foundations of Inca structures on many of its city streets today. As the gateway to Machu Picchu and the Sacred Valley, in addition to the starting point of the Inca Trail, Cusco was the center of the Incan Universe, and is literally teeming with well-preserved history, Incan ruins, and present-day Peruvian culture.
Cusco trip itineraries
Use these itineraries as a starting point, or as inspiration to create your own journey.
Other areas to explore
A visit to Cusco puts you within easy reach of many other beautiful and fascinating parts of Peru.
Machu Picchu
Perched within a misty, orchid-filled tropical forest high in the Andes Mountains of Peru, Machu Picchu is one of the most alluring archaeological sites in the world.
Lima
Founded by the conquistador Francisco Pizarro in 1535, Lima was first named “City of Kings”–a biblical reference to the ‘Three Wise Men of the East’–before its name was changed by the Spanish colonialists.
Lake Titicaca
The largest freshwater lake in South America, Lake Titicaca is known for its floating islands, ancient culture, and UNESCO World Heritage status.
Amazon Rainforest
A vast natural wonder visible from space, the Amazon Delta needs no introduction. Shared by eight countries, Brazil claims the lion’s share and contains pockets so remote they’ve never been explored.
Why book with Extraordinary Journeys?
We go deep
We value depth over breadth. While we have broadened our map, our intimate expertise runs deep—from understanding each locale's hidden rhythms to cultivating relationships with exceptional guides.
We keep it honest
Seasoned travelers know that places change, authentic experiences migrate. We'll listen to your hopes and passions, but push back when we know something will better resonate with you.
We’ve got it covered
Traveling to wild places asks something of us— a quality of attention and presence. From behind-the-scenes logistics to bespoke culinary experiences, our team has thought of everything.
We know it’s personal
There will undoubtedly be extraordinary unscripted moments: hippos emerging at sunset, the impossible blue of Arctic ice. We know that meaningful memories often live in personalized details.
We go deep
We value depth over breadth. While we have broadened our map, our intimate expertise runs deep—from understanding each locale's hidden rhythms to cultivating relationships with exceptional guides.
We keep it honest
Seasoned travelers know that places change, authentic experiences migrate. We'll listen to your hopes and passions, but push back when we know something will better resonate with you.
We’ve got it covered
Traveling to wild places asks something of us— a quality of attention and presence. From behind-the-scenes logistics to bespoke culinary experiences, our team has thought of everything.
We know it’s personal
There will undoubtedly be extraordinary unscripted moments: hippos emerging at sunset, the impossible blue of Arctic ice. We know that meaningful memories often live in personalized details.