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.
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