Our Machu Picchu holidays & tours
Our Machu Picchu holidays take you up into the clouds, to this ancient Incan citadel that sits at 2,430m in the majestic Peruvian Andes. The temples, terraces and other structures of this architectural masterpiece were all assembled without the use of mortar, yet for the most part remain remarkably intact, a testament to the skill involved. Most people reach Machu Picchu by taking the train from Cusco. Our tours slot all the necessary pieces together for you, including your accommodation, transport and entry tickets, so that you can relax and enjoy this amazing experience.
You need to book well in advance for Machu Picchu, as tickets are limited, as are permits to trek the Inca Trail. There are clearly marked routes around the site that must be followed – the Peruvian authorities are determined to protect it while ensuring as many people as possible can visit.
You need to book well in advance for Machu Picchu, as tickets are limited, as are permits to trek the Inca Trail. There are clearly marked routes around the site that must be followed – the Peruvian authorities are determined to protect it while ensuring as many people as possible can visit.
Our top Machu Picchu holidays
Peru highlights tour, Inca trail, Titicaca and Nazca
From
£3689 to £4199
15 days
ex flights
Taste Peru's diverse landscapes and fascinating culture
Small group2026: 3 May, 14 Jun, 2 Aug, 16 Aug, 6 Sep, 4 Oct, 2027: 2 May, 13 Jun, 1 Aug, 15 Aug, 5 Sep, 3 Oct
Lares and Inca Trail trek, Peru
From
£1430 to £1578
5 days
ex flights
The ultimate trek to Machu Picchu in Peru
Tailor made
Peru holiday, encompassed
From
£2425 to £3649
15 days
ex flights
Coastal desert, snowy Andean peaks and lush forest
Small group2026: 4 Apr, 25 Apr, 2 May, 16 May, 30 May, 18 Jun, 25 Jul, 8 Aug, 22 Aug, 5 Sep, 12 Sep, 19 Sep, 3 Oct, 17 Oct, 24 Oct, 2027: 3 Apr, 24 Apr, 1 May, 15 May, 29 May, 18 Jun, 24 Jul, 7 Aug, 21 Aug, 4 Sep, 11 Sep, 18 Sep, 2 Oct, 16 Oct, 23 Oct
Hiking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, Peru
From
£3150
9 days
ex flights
An adventure of a life time hiking to Machu Picchu, Peru.
Tailor made
Adventure holiday in Peru
From
£3042 to £3740
15 days
ex flights
Inca culture to sea lions on Peru adventure
Small group2026: 3 Jan, 10 Jan, 24 Jan, 7 Feb, 21 Feb, 28 Feb, 7 Mar, 14 Mar, 4 Apr, 8 Apr, 25 Apr, 2 May, 9 May, 16 May, 23 May, 6 Jun, 20 Jun, 4 Jul, 11 Jul, 25 Jul, 1 Aug, 15 Aug, 22 Aug, 12 Sep, 19 Sep, 26 Sep, 3 Oct, 10 Oct, 24 Oct, 7 Nov, 21 Nov, 28 Nov, 12 Dec, 26 Dec, 2027: 2 Jan, 23 Jan, 6 Feb, 6 Mar, 3 Apr, 10 Apr, 17 Apr, 24 Apr, 1 May, 8 May, 22 May, 5 Jun, 19 Jun, 3 Jul, 10 Jul, 24 Jul, 31 Jul, 14 Aug, 21 Aug, 11 Sep ...
Peru tailor made holiday, highlights
From
£1650
14 days
ex flights
Experience the history, culture and natural beauty of Peru
Tailor made
Lake Titicaca & Peru highlights holiday
From
£1790
15 days
ex flights
Explore the attractions of south Peru with Inca Trail trek
Tailor made
Inca trail holiday, Peru
From
£1076 to £1430
8 days
ex flights
Retrace the steps of a fascinating civilisation
Small groupTypically 2 or 3 departures a week
Lares homestay trek in Peru
From
US $695 to US $959
4 days
ex flights
An Active Andean Cultural Adventure to Machu Picchu
Tailor made
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Highlights of our Machu Picchu holidays
Avoiding the crowds
An iconic landmark will always be busy, and Machu Picchu is the most famous attraction in Peru, and one of the most famous in South America. But exploring the site never feels overcrowded, thanks to a rigid ticketing system that caps visitor numbers at 4,500 per day during the regular season and 5,600 during the high season.
Controlling entry in this way isn’t just about making your experience more enjoyable. These ancient ruins are delicate, and potentially at risk from high levels of footfall. The guides on our Machu Picchu holidays ensure that their guests stick to the marked trails around the site to avoid causing any accidental damage. With luck, and responsible tourism, Machu Picchu will still be around to amaze tourists in another 600 years.
Controlling entry in this way isn’t just about making your experience more enjoyable. These ancient ruins are delicate, and potentially at risk from high levels of footfall. The guides on our Machu Picchu holidays ensure that their guests stick to the marked trails around the site to avoid causing any accidental damage. With luck, and responsible tourism, Machu Picchu will still be around to amaze tourists in another 600 years.
The Inca Trail
Most people reach Machu Picchu by taking the three-hour train ride from Cusco to Aguas Caliente, followed by a short hike or bus ride to the citadel. But for those who want more of a challenge, and to enjoy the magnificent Andean landscapes, the Inca Trail trek makes for a thrilling adventure.
The Inca Trail begins near Ollantaytambo and takes four days to reach Machu Picchu. However, the total distance is just 43km, the difficulty is in the gradients involved. Luckily, you will have the assistance of sprightly porters all the way. They bound up the trail ahead of your group, setting up the sleeping, kitchen and toilet tents, preparing hearty meals, so that by the time you arrive at camp every afternoon you can just sink down and relax. Bearing in mind that they each carry up to 25kg and take few breaks, and make this journey several times a month, this would be an exhausting job for even the fittest people. Our holidays take a strict and responsible approach to the welfare of the porters they employ, ensuring they are paid fairly, are well equipped, get sufficient rest and are not overloaded.
This is a physically demanding trek, requiring a good level of fitness. And also calorie-rich meals. On our Machu Picchu holidays incorporating the Inca Trail your cooks will prepare nutritious and flavourful meals using food that is locally grown. Fresh fruit and vegetables for you, income for local farming communities. Tuck in!
The Inca Trail begins near Ollantaytambo and takes four days to reach Machu Picchu. However, the total distance is just 43km, the difficulty is in the gradients involved. Luckily, you will have the assistance of sprightly porters all the way. They bound up the trail ahead of your group, setting up the sleeping, kitchen and toilet tents, preparing hearty meals, so that by the time you arrive at camp every afternoon you can just sink down and relax. Bearing in mind that they each carry up to 25kg and take few breaks, and make this journey several times a month, this would be an exhausting job for even the fittest people. Our holidays take a strict and responsible approach to the welfare of the porters they employ, ensuring they are paid fairly, are well equipped, get sufficient rest and are not overloaded.
This is a physically demanding trek, requiring a good level of fitness. And also calorie-rich meals. On our Machu Picchu holidays incorporating the Inca Trail your cooks will prepare nutritious and flavourful meals using food that is locally grown. Fresh fruit and vegetables for you, income for local farming communities. Tuck in!
Our Machu Picchu holidays reviews
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Bill Kyle19 May 2025
The journey on the Inca was filled with many stops where our guide Nestor Pavcara explained about the plants, birds and ancient Inca sites. Then the views were so amazing, even though I was so tired, allow me to keep going.read more
Bill Kyle16 May 2025
The journey on the Inca was filled with many stops where our guide Nestor Pavcara explained about the plants, birds and ancient Inca sites. Then the views were so amazing, even though I was so tired, allow me to keep going.read more
