- Cusco, Perú.
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The Inca Quarry Trail Hikes offer an off-the-beaten-path alternative to the more crowded routes leading to Machu Picchu, providing trekkers with a unique blend of history, culture, and natural beauty. This four-day trek begins in the small town of Rafqa and takes hikers through stunning Andean landscapes, including dramatic mountain vistas, lush valleys, and remote highland villages. Along the way, trekkers explore ancient Inca quarries that once supplied stones for the construction of Ollantaytambo, one of the region’s most important archaeological sites. The trail also passes by little-known ruins and terraces, offering a more intimate look at Inca engineering and architecture.
The journey culminates with a visit to Machu Picchu, where trekkers arrive after a scenic train ride from Ollantaytambo. This combination of trekking and train travel allows for a more relaxed final approach to the iconic citadel, ensuring hikers are well-rested and ready to explore the legendary site. The Inca Quarry Trail is ideal for those seeking a less crowded and more tranquil trekking experience, while still wanting to connect deeply with Inca history and the breathtaking landscapes of the Sacred Valley. This hike provides a rewarding adventure, blending physical challenge with cultural immersion, making it a perfect choice for adventurous travelers.
If trekking the Inca Trail is on your bucket list, you have a few options, ranging from just 1 days to 7 days long, which includes a part of the incredible Salkantay Trail as well. Bear in mind that the 4 day trail is the classic route and the one that most people want to take part in, so you need to book months in advance.
We are dedicated and commited to our clients, to the environment, and to our fellow compatriots
The incredible experience we offer is made possible by the tireless dedication of our team of porters. These hardworking men, of various ages, leave their homes—often several hours away—for days at a time to support our expeditions. Many of them are farmers by trade.
We are committed to treating our porters with the utmost respect, ensuring they receive fair wages and proper equipment. We also prioritize their health and the well-being of their families. In their communities, we actively engage in numerous social projects, particularly in education and health. We establish reinforcement schools with specialized teachers for the children of our porters, implement libraries, and even construct school buildings.
At Peru Hike, we depend on a vast network of highly trained guides and expert ambassadors to ensure the excellence of our services. We understand that an exceptional guide is crucial to making your trip an unforgettable experience. Therefore, we are very selective in our recruitment process and continuously provide regular training to our guides.
On all our trekking trips, our chefs ensure timely, high-quality meals that are both nutritious and abundant. The secret to our culinary excellence is our carefully selected team of chefs, who come from top-quality restaurant backgrounds and bring creativity and passion to their work. We avoid set menus to give our chefs the freedom to innovate, creating and surprising our clients with delicious dishes on every trip.
We don’t use set menus because we want our chefs to have the freedom to create, innovate, and surprise our clients with delicious dishes on every trip. We provide general guidelines, guest information on dietary restrictions and preferences, and the resources for our chefs to continually update their knowledge of both Peruvian and international cuisine through specialized courses and training.
The incredible experience we offer is made possible by the tireless dedication of our team of porters. These hardworking men, of various ages, leave their homes—often several hours away—for days at a time to support our expeditions. Many of them are farmers by trade.
We are committed to treating our porters with the utmost respect, ensuring they receive fair wages and proper equipment. We also prioritize their health and the well-being of their families. In their communities, we actively engage in numerous social projects, particularly in education and health. We establish reinforcement schools with specialized teachers for the children of our porters, implement libraries, and even construct school buildings.
Before You Go, What You Should Know
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