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Cusco & Machu Picchu, Peru

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Cusco is a historic city in the Peruvian Andes and the former capital of the Inca Empire, sitting at around 3,400 metres above sea level. It serves as the gateway to Machu Picchu, the iconic 15th-century Inca citadel perched high in the mountains above the Urubamba River valley and one of the world's most visited UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Travellers come for trekking classic routes like the Inca Trail and Salkantay, exploring Cusco's colonial architecture and Inca stonework, and immersing themselves in Andean culture. The region draws adventurers, history enthusiasts, and solo travellers alike, making it one of South America's most compelling destinations.

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Cusco & Machu Picchu, Peru · 8 days

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The Inca Trail to Machu Picchu – Self-Launched 8-Day Trek

Follow in the footsteps of the Incas along South America's most celebrated trekking route — independently. This self-launched version of Exodus's classic 8-day Inca Trail trip covers the same iconic route from Km82 to Machu Picchu, summiting Dead Woman's Pass, passing cloud-forest ruins at Sayacmarca and Phuyupatamarca, and arriving at the Sun Gate for that unforgettable first view. You'll need a licensed Inca Trail operator for the trail itself (permits are mandatory and sell out months in advance — book early!), but by booking direct, choosing your own accommodation in Cusco and Aguas Calientes, and organising your own transport, you can save a significant amount versus a commercial group tour package. All cost estimates are approximate per-person figures.

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