Tours in Peru

Anthropologist-Led Horseback: Moon Temple & Mysticism (Max 5)

When Finn from the crew rode out to Peru's Temple of the Moon, they joined an anthropologist leading just five guests on horseback through Cusco's sacred Inka sites. This isn't a standard heritage trek — the guide weaves in Andean cosmology and family knowledge of the landscape, timing visits to dodge crowds and catch the temples in their quietest hours. Four hours on horseback through high-altitude terrain, moving at a pace that suits all riding levels. The real draw is the depth: you're getting someone who actually understands the spiritual architecture and pre-Columbian worldview, not just the dates and names.

Food and Culture Full day Tour in the Sacred Valley

When Roo from the crew did this Sacred Valley food tour, she found herself tracing the stories baked into every bite. The 10-hour day starts in Urubamba's markets grazing on street food, swings through the Inca ruins of Ollantaytambo (though the archaeological site entry isn't included), then climbs into the Andes to share lunch with an indigenous family in their home. The vibe is intimate—small groups, an English-speaking guide, and an honest look at how food connects to the people and landscape here. It wraps with dessert back in town. You're eating your way through the valley, basically.

10 hoursfrom AUD $294

Inca Jungle Trail 4D/3N to Machu Picchu with Train Return

★ 5.0 (147)

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Inca Jungle Trail 4D/3N to Machu Picchu with Train Return

When Delphine from the Global Hobo crew tackled this four-day loop, it felt less like a trekking factory and more like someone actually designed a proper adventure. You start by bombing downhill on a bike from high altitude near Cusco, then drop into the cloud forest and jungle on foot, picking up old Inca paths as you descend toward Machu Picchu. The route mixes adrenaline (optional white-water rafting and ziplining) with scruffier trail time, plus a soak in Santa Teresa's natural hot springs. It wraps with a guided tour of the ruins themselves and a train ride back. Small groups, three nights in proper beds, and all meals sorted — beats queuing up Inca Trail with a thousand others.

The Textile Workshop Experience in Cusco Region

When Tomás from the crew tried this Cusco-region textile workshop, he got properly stuck into the real work — handling raw wool, mixing natural dyes from plants and minerals, then learning to knit his own bracelet. It's set in the Andean highlands where the craft still matters, and you're working alongside local artisans who actually know their stuff. The half-day wraps with lunch and a loose encounter with alpacas and llamas, plus a browse through the workshop shop. It's the kind of thing that feels less like a tourist tick and more like you've actually done something with your hands.

4 hoursfrom AUD $116

Sacred Valley Full-Day Tour:Chinchero,Maras,Moray & Ollantaytambo

★ 5.0 (134)

8 hours – 9 hoursfrom AUD $228

Sacred Valley Full-Day Tour:Chinchero,Maras,Moray & Ollantaytambo

When Saskia from the crew did this Sacred Valley loop, we hit four proper standout stops in one solid day. You start at a working textile centre watching weavers dye and spin using methods their families have used for centuries, then move through Moray's mind-bending circular terraces—basically the Incas' crop-testing ground—before dropping into the salt mines at Maras where families still hand-harvest pools of mineral-rich water cascading down the mountainside. The day wraps at Ollantaytambo, one of Peru's best-kept Inca towns with its fortress, temples, and streets that haven't stopped being lived in since pre-Columbian times. Eight to nine hours, private guide and driver, pickup from your hotel.

4-Day Machu Picchu , Sacred Valley and Cusco-Private Guided Tour

★ 5.0 (130)

4-Day Machu Picchu , Sacred Valley and Cusco-Private Guided Tour

When Saskia from the crew did this four-day loop, it nailed the Sacred Valley classics without the chaos of bigger groups. You'll spend time exploring Inca ruins scattered across the valley — Pisac, Ollantaytambo, Chinchero — before a night in Aguas Calientes then a private sunrise climb up to Machu Picchu itself. The crew stayed lower in the valley first (easier on the lungs at that altitude) before heading to the ruins. Your guide sticks with you the whole way, which beats trying to navigate this terrain solo. Days are structured but there's flexibility if you want to bolt on a local farm visit or Cusco city walk.

Lima Food Tour & Market Experience: 13 Peruvian Bites

When Delphine from the Global Hobo crew did this Lima food tour, she got the real deal — not the Instagram version. You'll walk through the chaotic, genuine heart of the city: Central Market, Mesa Redonda, Barrios Altos, and Chinatown. Over four hours, you'll taste 13 authentic Peruvian dishes at street stalls and family-run spots that locals actually eat at. It's crowded, loud, and wonderfully unpolished — the kind of place where you'll see vendors shouting, kids playing, and the smell of grilled meat mixing with fresh ceviche. Your guide knows the city intimately and steers you toward the best bites.

4 hoursfrom AUD $73

★ 5.0 (127)

14 hours – 15 hoursfrom AUD $573

Machu Picchu Full Day Tour

When Tomás from the Global Hobo crew did this full-day Machu Picchu tour, he found it a solid, well-oiled operation for getting from Cusco to the site and back without the logistical headache. You'll get picked up in Cusco, ride a train (Expedition or Voyager class), take a bus up to the ruins, and spend several hours exploring with a bilingual guide who actually knows the place. It's a long day — roughly 14–15 hours door-to-door — but the crew handles the heavy lifting: transport, entrance, and expert commentary. The outfit runs semi-private groups and answers emails fast, which counts for something when you're coordinating a major trek.

Half Day Private Tour Machu Picchu Cusco Peru

★ 5.0 (107)

Half Day Private Tour Machu Picchu Cusco Peru

When Roo from the Global Hobo crew booked a half-day private tour to Machu Picchu, the main challenge wasn't the hike—it was the tickets. This 14-hour expedition takes you from Cusco down to Aguas Calientes (the town at the mountain's base), then up to Peru's most famous archaeological site with a bilingual guide. The catch: online tickets sell out months ahead, so you might need to queue in person the day before your tour to snag one of the 1000 daily reserve tickets the Cultural Office keeps aside. Once you're in, you're exploring the Incan citadel with someone who knows the site inside out.

14 hoursfrom AUD $292

Short Inca trail to MachuPicchu || 2days - 1nigth ||

★ 5.0 (103)

Short Inca trail to MachuPicchu || 2days - 1nigth ||

When Maz from the Global Hobo crew tackled this two-day sprint to Machu Picchu, it felt like the shortcut for people who want the Inca Trail without the full four-day grind. You start in Cusco, train to Ollantaytambo, then hike roughly 15 km over two days—climbing to Sun Gate at 2,720 metres before descending into the citadel itself. The trek sits at moderate difficulty, warm and humid throughout, and you'll catch Machu Picchu earlier than the coach-tour hordes. One night in Aguas Calientes with a hot shower breaks up the walking. It's compact, feels proper, and skips the crowds—but you'll need to book months ahead and score your entrance ticket through the Ministry of Culture.

2 Day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu (Small groups)

When Roo from the crew tackled this 2-day Inca Trail route, we found it struck a solid balance between the proper trek experience and something less brutal than the classic 4-day slog. You'll hike through proper Inca ruins—including Wiñay Wayna—and enter Machu Picchu through the Sun Gate like the purists do, but without the high-altitude camping or lungs-burning ascents. The trail drops you from the Andes into cloud forest across two days, topping out at 2650m. You sleep in a proper hotel in Aguas Calientes, then explore the citadel itself the next morning with a guide. It's geared toward families and anyone wanting the highlight hits without the full mountaineering commitment.

Sacred Valley Textile Workshop – Dyeing & Weaving in Cusco

When Saskia from the crew did this workshop in the Sacred Valley outside Cusco, she didn't just watch weaving happen — she dyed her own yarn with plant-based pigments and wove a textile on a backstrap loom, then took it home. You work directly with Ruth Pimentel, a UNESCO-awarded Indigenous master weaver, and her family in their workshop space. It's a proper full-day immersion (8 hours) that puts you to work alongside people who've been doing this for generations, not a staged demo where you sit and sip tea.

2-Day Trek to Rainbow Mountain from Cusco with Exclusive Mountain Camps

When Roo from the crew tackled this 2-day trek, we found ourselves genuinely off the radar—heading to Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca) via the Ausangate Circuit instead of the crowded main route. You're trekking through high-altitude Andean desert with alpaca herds, glacier views, and proper camp meals cooked on the trail by a chef. It's a small group (max 8), which means your guide actually knows your name and the vibe stays intimate. The catch? You're at serious elevation (4,000m+), so fitness and acclimatisation matter. Two nights under stars with the Milky Way doing its thing—if you're fit enough and don't mind cold nights in a tent, this delivers.

Machupicchu Full Day In Private Service

When Priya from the Global Hobo crew did this full-day Machu Picchu run, she got the private car treatment from Cusco to the train station, then rode the scenic PeruRail line into the Sacred Valley before hitting the ruins themselves. It's a solid all-in-one for history buffs, families, and anyone who wants good photo angles without the absolute madness of group tours. You're looking at a proper day out — transport, guide, entrance, and the mountain views are genuinely spectacular, especially if the weather cooperates. The 2-hour guided walk covers the main temples and plazas with someone who actually knows what they're talking about.

1 dayfrom AUD $793

Full Day Private Tour of Machu Picchu from Cusco

★ 5.0 (89)

Full Day Private Tour of Machu Picchu from Cusco

When Tomás from the crew did the full-day Machu Picchu run from Cusco, it was the real deal — the kind of tour that justifies the early alarm. You get picked up at your hotel, bussed to Ollantaytambo, then ride the train through the Sacred Valley before climbing to the citadel itself. It's 10 hours door-to-door, but most of that's travel time through genuinely beautiful Andean scenery. The site itself sprawls across a mountain ridge with temples, terraces, and that famous circular tower, all explained by a guide who knows the history. It's crowded, it's touristy, but it's also genuinely awe-inspiring — and for good reason.

10 hoursfrom AUD $573

★ 5.0 (87)

Machupicchu and Cusco Tour 7 days

When Maz from the Global Hobo crew tackled this 7-day loop, it hit the Peru highlights without the slog of backpacker hostels and self-organised chaos. You're based in Cusco for five nights, then head to Machu Picchu with a night nearby, squeezing in the Sacred Valley, Rainbow Mountain, and Laguna Humantay along the way. It's a solid itinerary for folks keen on pre-Columbian ruins, high-altitude trekking, and actual beds between adventures — mix of private guides and group tours keeps costs reasonable while skipping the lone-wolf navigation headaches.

Private Inca Trail to Machu Picchu 1 Day

When Saskia from the crew did this one-day Inca Trail push, she hiked the final stretch of the classic route and arrived at Machu Picchu as the sun dropped — something the standard four-day treks miss. You're walking through cloud forest thick with ruins, then through the Sun Gate onto the plateau with decent light still painting the citadel. It's 16 hours door-to-door, a proper slog if you're not fit, but crammed with the scenic and historical meat of the full trek without the multi-day camp grind. You'll share the route with other groups, though the operator claims exclusive access to certain sites at quieter times.

16 hoursfrom AUD $954

★ 5.0 (84)

Humantay Lake Full Day Hike

When Roo from the Global Hobo crew tackled this 12-hour Humantay Lake hike, she found herself in one of Peru's genuinely jaw-dropping corners—a full-day push from Cusco into high-altitude Andean terrain that rewards the effort. You're hiking to a glacial lake ringed by emerald valleys and mountain peaks, with Salkantay looming in the distance. It's the kind of walk that justifies an early alarm and a solid fitness level. The outfit handles transport, a guide, breakfast and lunch, plus oxygen and first aid kit for altitude contingencies. Expect serious altitude, serious views, and a day that'll leave your legs speaking to you for a week.

12 hoursfrom AUD $145

Cusco Sacred Valley and Machupicchu 4 Days

★ 5.0 (83)

Cusco Sacred Valley and Machupicchu 4 Days

When Priya from our Global Hobo crew tackled this four-day loop, she found it a solid intro to Peru's heavyweight hitters without the endless trekking. You'll base yourself in Cusco, clock the city's colonial centre and Incan temples in bits, spend a full day wandering the Sacred Valley's market bustle and ruins, then ride the Vistadome train to Machu Picchu for the main event. It's well-worn territory — expect other tour groups and a fair bit of bus time — but the pace lets you ease into altitude, and the included accommodation and most meals mean less logistical stress.

4 Day Inca Trail Trek to Machu Picchu Multi day tour

When Maz from the Global Hobo crew tackled the 4-day Inca Trail, she walked 42 kilometres through Andean cloud forests and subtropical jungle to reach Machu Picchu on foot—the proper way. The route follows an ancient Inca road, stacking five archaeological sites on the way up, hitting the notorious Dead Woman's Pass at 4,215 metres, then descending through the Sun Gate for those first jaw-dropping views of the citadel. You're camping rough for three nights with a professional chef and porters handling the heavy kit, which strips away the luxury nonsense and keeps you focused on the trail itself.

Sam's Zip Line in Sacred Valley

When Finn from the crew tried Sam's Zip Line in the Sacred Valley, he was flying between hilltops with Cusco's energy buzzing below. This is a legit adrenaline hit — you're launching from the Racchi vantage point, zipping from platform to platform with proper kit and vetted safety gear. The approach involves some light trekking and balance work to reach each launch spot, so it's not just strapping in and going. The whole thing runs about an hour, and you'll walk away with a few aerial shots as proof. Sacred Valley's the kind of place where the mountains make you feel small, and this tour lets you see it from a genuinely different angle.

1 hourfrom AUD $90

Huayna Picchu and Machu Picchu from Cusco Full day

★ 5.0 (73)

Huayna Picchu and Machu Picchu from Cusco Full day

When Saskia from the crew tackled this full-day push from Cusco, she got the proper Machu Picchu experience — train through cloud forest, bus up the mountain, and boots on ground at both the main ruins and the vertigo-inducing Huayna Picchu peak. It's a 13-hour haul that starts pre-dawn and doesn't quit, but you're ticking off one of the world's most famous archaeological sites properly, not rushing it. The vibe is busy — this is the main route — but the standard-class train cuts through lush scenery and the whole operation runs like clockwork.

13 hoursfrom AUD $689

Classic Inca Trail 4 Days to Machu Picchu

★ 5.0 (70)

Classic Inca Trail 4 Days to Machu Picchu

When Tomás from the crew tackled the Classic Inca Trail, he joined thousands of trekkers each year pursuing the same 4-day hike to Machu Picchu. It's the most direct route and books out months ahead—for good reason. You'll camp in the cloud forest, cross three mountain passes, and arrive at the ruins before tour buses clog the gates. The trail mixes steep stone steps with long flat sections, moving through changing terrain from high passes down to subtropical jungle. Most walkers are a mix of seasoned hikers and fit adventurers keen to tick off a bucket-list climb. The payoff: sunrise over Machu Picchu without the midday throng.

Cooking Class: Lomo Saltado, Papa Huancaina & Pisco Sour in Cusco

When Maz from the crew rolled up to a 1930s colonial house in Cusco, it was straight into hands-on Peruvian cooking. You'll make three classics: lomo saltado (stir-fried beef), papa a la Huancaína (potatoes in creamy yellow sauce), and pisco sour cocktails from fresh market fruit. The class runs 2.5 hours—a proper cook-along, not a demo—with a bilingual chef guiding you through each step. By the end you've got the recipes to take home and muscle memory that actually sticks.

Machu Picchu Mystical Tour Cusco - Peru

When Finn from the crew tackled the Machu Picchu economy route, we skipped the pricey train and took the so-called Amazon Route instead — a 2-day, 1-night trek through the Peruvian highlands that trades tourist crowds for wild scenery and actual sweat. You drive from Cusco into the cloud forest, hike past Mandor Gardens with proper jungle vibes, then reach Aguas Calientes on foot before dawn entry to the ruins. The route threads through snow-capped peaks (Salkantay, Veronica, Chicon) and feels genuinely off the main tourist drag, though it demands decent fitness and a willingness to rough it a touch.

2 daysfrom AUD $294

Machu Picchu 2Day Tour by Train from Cusco with Overnight Stay

★ 5.0 (62)

Machu Picchu 2Day Tour by Train from Cusco with Overnight Stay

When Saskia from the Global Hobo crew tackled this two-day jaunt, she boarded a train from Cusco through the Sacred Valley to Aguas Calientes, a scrappy mountain town that exists entirely to ferry tourists up to Machu Picchu. You'll spend a night in a local hotel, then ride a bus up the zigzagging mountain road to the Incan citadel itself — guides here are keen storytellers who know the ruins inside out and genuinely seem to care about why you've shown up. It's a solid logistical setup if you want the famous site without backpacker hassle, though expect crowds and a fair whack of walking.

2 daysfrom AUD $762

Lima Bike Tour Miraflores Pyramid & Bohemian Barranco

★ 5.0 (59)

4 hours – 5 hoursfrom AUD $264

Lima Bike Tour Miraflores Pyramid & Bohemian Barranco

When Saskia from the Global Hobo crew pedalled around Lima on this bike tour, she covered serious ground in two and a half hours—Kennedy Park, the pre-Columbian Huaca Pucllana pyramid, cliffside views along the Green Coast, and Barranco's charming Bridge of Sighs. It's a smart way to stitch together Lima's layers: colonial history, archaeological sites, and the bohemian neighbourhood vibe that makes the city tick. The guide steers you through back streets and parks rather than just main roads, which makes the pace feel less rushed. Mix of flat and gentle climbs, plenty of stops to breathe and listen.

In Lima: Sandboarding Off Road Half Day!!

When Ngaio from the crew tried sandboarding just outside Lima, she reckoned it was a proper laugh — no experience needed, and you're boarding down actual desert dunes within a short drive of the city. The half-day trip whisks you out of the urban sprawl into proper arid landscape, past the usual tourist trail. You'll get kitted out with a board, helmet, and a qualified instructor who'll sort you out whether you've snowboarded before or you're a complete novice. The vibe is casual and mixed — plenty of locals keen on the sport alongside curious tourists.

Private Cusco City Tour with Sacsayhuaman & Inca Sites

When Priya from the Global Hobo crew did this private half-day tour, she got the efficient version of Cusco without the tour-group shuffle. Your own local guide walks you through the colonial heart — Plaza de Armas, the famous 12-angled stone, Loreto Street's narrow Inca walls — then drives you up to the ring of Inca sites circling the city: Sacsayhuaman's massive stone terraces, Qenqo's carved rocks, Puca Pucara, and Tambomachay. You finish at Cristo Blanco for sweeping views back over Cusco's red roofs. It's 4–5 hours total, flexible timing, and pitched at folks who want the highlights without mucking about.

Machu Picchu: Circuit 2 (Classic Route) + Bus & Local Guide

★ 5.0 (56)

30 min – 2 hoursfrom AUD $235

Machu Picchu: Circuit 2 (Classic Route) + Bus & Local Guide

When Finn from the crew did the Circuit 2 Classic Route at Machu Picchu, we got the straightforward version: a bilingual guide, return bus from Aguas Calientes, and entry ticket sorted. The guide briefs you at your hotel before heading up the mountain — you pick your entry time, which beats the dawn scramble if you're not a morning person. It's the no-fuss way to see the ruins without the multi-day trek, and you're done in 2 hours if you're efficient. The site itself is swarming with tour groups year-round, but the Classic Route hits the main viewpoints and temple complexes that justify the hype.

★ 5.0 (56)

Machupicchu Exclusive Experience

When Saskia from our Global Hobo crew tackled this five-day Machu Picchu trek, she found a refreshingly flexible operator willing to work around the group size you've actually got — no minimum tour nonsense, just you, your mates, and a guide who knows the terrain. You'll trek through the Sacred Valley, sleep in basic glamping setups (bring your own kit), hit the ruins properly with someone who can explain what you're looking at, and tick off one of the world's genuinely stunning hikes without the cattle-herding vibe of the massive tour groups. It's steep, it's high altitude, and you need decent fitness, but the payoff is real.

5 daysfrom AUD $1760

2-Day Sacred Valley Machu Picchu by Train with Llama Experience

★ 5.0 (56)

2-Day Sacred Valley Machu Picchu by Train with Llama Experience

When Saskia from the Global Hobo crew tackled this two-day run, she got a proper taste of the Sacred Valley without the brutal grind of a same-day Machu Picchu dash. You start with a camelid rescue centre visit and a Sacred Valley tour, then train down to Aguas Calientes for an overnight stay before heading up to the citadel itself. It's pitched at first-timers who'd rather not hobble back to Cusco half-dead, and the extra night takes the edge off the altitude and fatigue. The area feels raw—high-altitude Andean towns, llamas actually hanging about, tourists mixing with locals—and pacing-wise, you get breathing room between the big moments.

2 daysfrom AUD $671

★ 5.0 (55)

6-Day Machu Picchu Express Private Tour

When Maz from the Global Hobo crew did this six-day private tour, it ticked the right boxes for hitting Machu Picchu without rushing through the Andes. You fly into Cusco, acclimatise for a day, then catch a train with wide windows rattling through the Sacred Valley before reaching the ruins themselves. The tour bundles in five nights at mid-range Casa Andina hotels, breakfast daily, and guides who actually know the site. The vibe is suited to solo travellers and couples wanting a structured approach to Peru's big three — Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu — without the backpacker hostel crowd. It's not a budget option, but it's not luxury either.

6 daysfrom AUD $1209

Private Ollantaytambo, Pisac Ruins Tour with Farm Visit, Gourmet Picnic Lunch

★ 5.0 (55)

Private Ollantaytambo, Pisac Ruins Tour with Farm Visit, Gourmet Picnic Lunch

When Roo from the crew did this private Sacred Valley tour, we got the full Inca ruins experience without the tour-bus crowds. You'll spend the morning exploring Ollantaytambo and Pisac — two sprawling archaeological sites perched above terraced valleys — with a local guide who actually knows the history. Between ruins, there's a farm visit where you'll taste fresh produce and meet the guinea pigs every Peruvian household keeps for warmth, then a gourmet organic lunch prepared on-site using ingredients picked that morning. You'll also duck into a genuine local market in Urubamba before finishing at Pisac's terraced ruins. The whole thing runs about eight hours, and it's just you, your guide, and a private vehicle — a proper way to do the Sacred Valley without the tourist circus.

4 day - Bucketlist Cusco: Rainbow Mtn, Machu Picchu, Sacred Valley, Humantay

When Ngaio from the crew tackled this 4-day loop, she hit the heavy hitters of the Cusco region in one go: Rainbow Mountain's psychedelic stripes, Machu Picchu's stone terraces, the Salt Mines of Maras, Moray's concentric agricultural circles, and a trek to the glacial-blue Humantay Lake. It's a small-group affair (max 8 people), which meant real pace and genuine chat with your guide rather than herding through crowds. The area itself is high-altitude Peruvian highlands—stunning but unforgiving—and you'll feel it if your fitness isn't up to snuff. The itinerary flexes depending on what's on, so don't expect the order to be fixed.

1 Day Tour to Palccoyo (Alternative Rainbow Mtn) from Cusco, Peru

When Tomás from the crew did the Palccoyo loop from Cusco, he found a genuinely smart alternative to the marathon Rainbow Mountain trek. You get three distinct rainbow-striped peaks and views of Ausangate glacier without the full-day slog — just 15 minutes of walking from the drop-off to the viewpoint. The area feels remote but accessible, draws a mix of hikers keen to skip the crowds, and the whole thing takes about 10 hours door-to-door. Worth it if you want the high-altitude scenery without the punishment.

10 hoursfrom AUD $226

Salkantay Trek To Machu Picchu 5 Days And 4 Nights

★ 5.0 (51)