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Peru Adventure Tours and Day Trips

Peru is a fantastic destination for adventure and specialist activities such as rafting, mountain biking, trekking, horse riding, and nature observation tours particularly as the majestic Andes mountains run down the entire spine of the country. As well as being the second highest mountain range in the world, it is also the world´s longest and the highest tropical mountain range, meaning there are more rugged, beautiful areas and flora and fauna at higher altitudes.

We at Escaped to Peru know a lot about being outdoors in Peru, so feel free to ask for our opinions about the selection of activities below which we can easily add into your tour.

Trekking and Hiking - Inca Trail, Salcantay Trek, day walks and more!

Cusco, Machu Picchu Inca Trail Trek

Trek along the classic Inca Trail for 4 days to visit Machu Picchu, the lost city of the Incas. Also included in this Peru vacation are tours in Cusco and the Sacred valley of the Incas.

7 Day Package from US$ 950

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Salcantay Trek to Machu Picchu

This is a spectacular trek passing the beautiful Salcantay peak. Salcantay is revered as an "Apu" or Mountain God to local people. This is another way to arrive at Machu Picchu experiencing culture, varied landscapes and fauna en route.

4 Night Trek from US$ 550

Lares Trek and Machu Picchu

A great alternative to the classic Inca Trail ending at Machu Picchu by train after 3 days trekking in amazing countryside. The Lares area is spectacular and you will see how farmers live at this altitude and see the Sacred Valley at its best.

4 Day Tour from US$ 570

Day Walks around Cusco

We have a nice range of day trips around Cusco where you can get away from the crowds, see ruins otherwise not seen and marvel at the lovely countryside and its interesting people. Ask us for advice.

Day Walks from US$ 35

Ausangate Trek

This is one of the best, and hardest, treks in South America. The views are incredible all the way around the route, high passes, glacial lakes, remote alpaca farms and lovely campsites. After the trek you can visit Machu Picchu on an extension.

6 Day Trek from US$ 750

Choquequirao Trek

This Inca site is amazing, much like Machu Picchu, perched on a mountain with comanding views of the Apurimac Valley. This is a tough trek but so worth the effort, unlike at other well known sites you will only see a handful of people there.

4 Day Trek from US$ 530

Rafting and Horse Riding - Urubamba, Apurimac, Sacred Valley and more!

Rafting in the Sacred Valley

A fun day out for all enjoying an alternative way to see the beautiful Sacred Valley of the Incas. Rafting is a fun sport, suitable for pretty much anyone - no experience is necessary and its easily added to your tour.

Day trips from US$ 45

urubamba rafting in the sacred valley

Raft the Amazon Source

Twice as deep as the Grand Canyon, the Apurimac gives you adrenaline-pumping rapids (up to class 4+), tranquil pools and pristine sandy beaches, bleached rocks, rare wildlife, great campsites, fine food and great guides.

3 Day Adventures from US$ 595

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Horse Riding around Cusco

You will be able to take in the Inca sites located near to Cusco on horse back. Choose a gentle ride for half day, or longer and more technical rides in the Sacred Valley for those that wish.

Day trips from US$ 45

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Mountain Biking - Salineras, Sacred Valley and more!

Biking in the Sacred Valley

This ride is one of the best day trips in Peru, taking us on a largely downhill route across the Chinchero plain and into the Sacred Valley of the Incas past the spectacular Moray circular ruins and through the incredible saltpans of Maras.

Day trips from US$ 75

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Hot Springs and Single Track

Biking around Lares offers some of the best down-hills in the world. Using a mix of rarely used dirt roads, ancient Inca Trails and smooth mule tracks we descend nearly 3000m in just two days, visiting delightful villages, Inca ruins and relaxing hot-springs.

2 Day Adventures from US$ 255

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Single Track Peru Heaven

We believe we have finally come up with one of the greatest mountain bike vacations ever, combining some of the best cross country and downhill single track rides on the planet, plus a chance to see the “real” Peru, way off the beaten track.

9 Days from US$ 1095

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