The Inca Trail to Machu Picchu tour is a classic for lovers of hiking and landscaping. This route offers you the best experience, from the first day you will take your tour you will witness the best preserved natural and archaeological wonder of the powerful empire of the Incas. Andean Great Treks has been working on this route to Machu Picchu for more than 15 years. Thus, we offer different routes with connection to the Inca trail. The classic 4-day Inca trail that was one of the first trails to be visited by tourists in the 60s. It continues to captivate with its landscape and archaeological charms, it is a 45 km trail, which in its 4 days offers you the best ecosystem ranging from the inter-Andean valley, subtropical mountainous forest, and the cloud forest jungle. Where the largest amount of natural flora and fauna reserves in Cusco are located. Its historical attractions in themselves describe a past full of power and magnificence, which this road represented in the Inca era. That is why you will have the opportunity to explore its religious, urban, agricultural and magical centers throughout its total area. Every day you will visit a different landscape with your route guide, who will explain and answer all your questions about this Wonder. And to finish the tour you will have the advantage of seeing the citadel of Machu Picchu from the famous Puerta del Sol. The short Inca trail tour is designed for people who are not very used to taking long walks, however this small route will delight you with its exclusive natural attraction of beautiful orchids, waterfalls, viewpoints, and the imposing palace of Wiñaywayna, which belonged to the most famous emperor of the Incas Pachacutec. From where you can see how it has an exquisite contrast with the mountains and the Verónica snow-capped mountain. On both tours you will visit the sacred city of Machu Picchu, you will see all the most important sectors, such as the temple of the three windows, royal palace, temple of the sun, sacred rock, houses of the nobles, granaries and terraces. For all of the above, you should visit Peru, a country full of wonderful places, and the best culinary destination in South America.
Andean Great Treks is a trekking operator in the city of Cusco. We organize high mountain tours and treks to the best mountain destinations, where you can enjoy the best landscapes surrounded by beautiful lakes, turquoise color, and an intense blue sky. Our mission is to make you know the greatest natural paradises such as the great Ausangate circuit, where we offer you the best trekking experience, lakes of glacial origin, of different colors, likewise you will visit the mountain of colors before any traveler manages to arrive and contemplate a sunrise just for you. Another highly recommended destination is the Lares Trek circuit, where you will directly appreciate the craft and textile traditions of the people of Lares, Wacawasi, and Cancha Cancha, they are considered the last descendants of the Incas, due to their wide wisdom in all fields of Andean science, such as natural medicine, organic agriculture, and constructive technology of agricultural terraces. The Inca Quarry tour is very special for its attractive landscape, in this trek you will enjoy varied landscapes such as the Veronica snow-capped mountain, and the Sacred Valley of the Incas, and a direct contact with mother earth, highly respected by the Incas. And finally we cannot miss the other major archaeological attraction of Cusco, the fabulous Choquequirao, this jewel of the Incas, is considered one of the best trekking circuits by the National Geografic magazine, which you must visit at least once in your life. This is due to the incredible landscape where this ancient Inca city has been built. Precisely you reach Choquequirao going down the canyon of the Apurimac river, and then an ascent to the cloud forest, and once there you will enjoy the best experience, since this adventure will be worth it, there is no other similar place like this Inca palace. To all these tourist attractions, our company organizes expeditions, in small groups, and an assistance service with the best quality standards, with the best route guides, highly experienced cooks, and the best trekking equipment for your maximum enjoyment. Decide your next adventure today, and get to know these unique and mysterious beautiful places.
Andean Great Treks welcomes you to awaken your spirit and embrace the adventure of a lifetime! Our family is honored to have you join us on this transformative path, guided by our team of experienced medicine women and men rooted in the ancient traditions of the Andes. With great pride, we open the doors to the profound lineages of this land and our ancestors, offering epic journeys and experiences that reconnect you with the heart of Pachamama, Mother Earth. We invite you to share this journey of discovery and deep connection. Guided by wise healers and ancient traditions, you’ll experience living history, deep connection, sacred ceremony, and true transformation. Choose Andean Great Treks for a journey in the heart of the Peruvian Andes. As a family-led team, we offer experiences guided by ancient wisdom, sacred plants, and the magic of the mountains. The city of Cusco has a rich history dating back more than 5,000 years, when the first settlers arrived in this fertile valley, where the climate, water, and mountains are protective and great sources of life. Thus, every tourist who visits Cusco for the first time feels the wonderful energy of the Apus (sacred mountains), which is why many of the ancient Andean cultures settled in this Andean landscape, consequently achieving a high level of knowledge in medicine, pharmacology, and the use of medicinal plants such as the San Pedro cactus, Ayahuasca, Huillca, and others. All of these were practiced by prominent Andean medicine sages, who were responsible for healing people solely with their prayers and potions made from medicinal plants brought from all over the Andes. Currently, the use of many healing plants is regulated by local authorities, who oversee the proper treatment, quantities, and purposes of the plants. Since not everyone is qualified to perform healing with master plants, in Amazonian tribes and Andean communities, only the elders and those chosen by the gods are responsible for performing healing rituals with master plants. Andean Great Treks only works with Andean and Amazonian priests with extensive experience in the use and handling of master plants. Therefore, we do not work in large groups; our therapies are personalized and led by local guides.