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Best Day Hikes Cusco & Sacred Valley

Peru is famous for the Inca Trail and other multi-day hikes, but if you are short on time or looking for a day to acclimate for a multi-day trek, there are plenty of trails to discover in this part of Peru. From the snowcapped peaks of Rainbow Mountain and Ausangate 7 Lakes to the Sacred Valley Urubamba, These one-day day hikes are the best way to explore the amazing mountains in the Sacred Valley and Cusco. 

Best Day Hikes Cusco & Sacred Valley

Day Hikes in Cusco & Sacred Valley with a Local Guide

Join us on our Day hikes in Cusco and Sacred Valley! Peru is famous for the Inca Trail and other multi-day hikes, but if you are short on time or looking for a day to acclimate for a strenuous multi-day trek, there are plenty of excellent day hikes throughout the Sacred Valley and Cusco. These hikes are a great way to visit some of the rural communities and lesser-visited ruins throughout the Valley. 

For those with a few extra days to explore, Cusco and the Sacred Valley offers a great selection of amazing day hikes. The Sacred Valley of the Incas is a must-see destination in Peru. Just one hour away from Cusco, it’s a destination full of adventure, culture, and glimpses into local Andean life. The best hikes enable travelers to explore ancient Inca Ruins, remote mountain communities and stunning landscapes, then return to their hotel in time for dinner. Explore an Inca fortress perched atop a spectacular waterfall, Hike through ancient terraces with sweeping views of the Sacred Valley, Enjoy a picnic lunch from a unique vantage point over Ollantaytambo. Chat with local farmers and learn about a way of life that has remained largely unchanged since Inca times. 

Looking for a more serious multi-day hike, check out our Machu Picchu treks and our Alternative treks. The following are the best hiking experiences in Cusco and the Sacred Valley, these hikes are enhanced local experiences and you will be accompanied by your own local private tour guide.

Cusco - Sacred Valley Hike - Huaypo Lake
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Sacred Valley Hike Huaypo Lake, A Walk Through The Quinoa Fields Sacred Valley Hike Huaypo Lake Tour--Want to hike to go on an off-the-beaten path and explore
  • Hiking
  • Local Culture
  • Family
  • Culinary
  • Scenic Vistas
Full Day from
$ 120
Cusco - Huchuy Qosqo Ruins - Lamay - Sacred Valley
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Sacred Valley Hike to Hidden Inca Ruins, Huchuy Qosqo Hike A full-day hike through the highlands of Cusco to Huchuy Qosqo ruins, with spectacular Andean scener
  • Hiking
  • Local Culture
  • Archaeology
  • Scenic Vistas
Full Day from
$ 160
Cusco - Pacchanta Village- Ausangate 7 Lakes
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Ausangate 7 Lakes Day Trip from Cusco Explore one of the Highest Mountains in Peru, Ausangate on a day trip from Cusco. Avoid the massive crowds with our exclu
  • Hiking
  • Local Culture
  • Wildlife
  • Culinary
  • Scenic Vistas
Full Day from
$ 160
Cusco - Chinchero - Urquillos hike
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Sacred Valley Hike, Hidden Inca Trail, Urquillos 1 Day Hike This is a picturesque and charming trail with impressive ancient Inca ruins, some remains of Inca T
  • Hiking
  • Local Culture
  • Archaeology
  • Family
  • Scenic Vistas
Full Day from
$ 160
Ollanta Train Station - Km 104 - Sun Gate - Machu Picchu
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Experience our Private Short Inca Trail 2 Days to Machu Picchu Embark on the Short Inca Trail 2 days to Machu Picchu with a private tour guide - This is a perf
  • Hiking
  • Archaeology
  • Wildlife
  • Train journeys
  • Scenic Vistas
2 Days from
$ 690
Cusco - Rainbow Mountain - Red Valley
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Experience our exclusive Private Rainbow Mountain Tour with late departure Experience the now-famous Rainbow Mountains Tour without the crowds with o
  • Hiking
  • Local Culture
  • Wildlife
  • Scenic Vistas
Full Day from
$ 150
Cusco - Soraypampa - Humantay Lake
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Embark on the Humantay Lake Day Trip from Cusco Humantay Lake Day Tour from Cusco - Experience a one-day adventure to one of the most picturesque lakes in Peru
  • Hiking
  • Local Culture
  • Wildlife
  • Scenic Vistas
Full Day from
$ 150

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