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Phoksundo Lake, Upper Dolpo - Photo: Bill Quinlan Salkantay Pass, Peru - Photo: Mark Tipple Camp set up on Kilimanjaro - Photo: Charles Duncombe A young Mongolian boy herds Bactrian camels - Photo: Cam Cope Hiking along the edge of Karakol Lake, on the Chinese side of the Karakoram Highway - Photo: Jarryd Salem Chilling out on Phewa Lake, Pokhara - Photo: Timothy Starkey Wildlife viewing in Chobe River - Photo: Peter Walton Climbing the sand dunes of Sossusvlei - Photo: Peter Walton
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Active Adventures in Peru

Peru - the ultimate mix of history, culture and natural icons. 

The contrasts of Peru make it one of the most sought after destinations, high on many adventurers bucket lists. A mecca for the active traveller, a visit to Peru offers superb trekking through along Inca trails, mountaineering expeditions to some of the worlds highest peaks, thrilling bike rides down the Andes and multi day rafting experiences; not to mention the cultural and culinary delights in the cities of Lima and Cusco.

Coupled with high quality accommodation, all inclusive meals and experienced bilingual guides, you’re journey in Peru with World Expeditions will provide the perfect mix of adventure with modern comforts to refresh you for the next day.

But be warned, a visit to Peru will capture your heart and soul as you explore the wonders of the country, be it on boot, bike or boat!

Classic Inca Trail (11-days)

Making new friends on the Inca Trail - Photo: Bette Andrews
This classic trek along the historic Inca Trail is a great introduction to trekking in the Andes. Experience a complete range of environs all in the space of four days as we ascend the passes, jungle trails and cloud forest enroute to the spectacular ruins of Machu Picchu.

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Inca Rivers Trek (15-days)

The impressive Machu Picchu, Peru - Photo: Nigel Leadbitter
Beat the crowds on this isolated traverse of the Vilcabamba Range to Machu Picchu. We follow remote trails via ancient cloud forest and high passes to the 'lost' ruins of Choquequiro before continuing this magnificent trek to Paltallacta which provides a stunning and rarely seen view of Machu Picchu from the opposite side.

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Best of Peru (16-days)

Discovering the wildlife of Sandoval Lake - Photo: Donna Lawrence
Peru offers so much variety and this 16 day itinerary combines it all. Trek the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, explore the Amazon jungle, immerse yourself in the cultural highlights of Cusco, the Sacred Valley of the Inca's and traverse the high Altiplano to Lake Titicaca.

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Peru Encompassed (16-days)

An exhilarating journey through the cultural heart of Peru - including wildlife encounters at the Ballestas Islands, witnessing the extraordinary Nazca Lines and soaring condors over the Colca Canyon, floating islands on Lake Titicaca, the markets of Cusco and amazing ruins at Machu Picchu.

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Spectacular views over Cusco - Photo: Michelle Worthley


Peru & Inca Trail Explorer (19-days)

A thought proviking adventure combining the many highlights of Peru, including the Nazca Lines, Arequipa, the Colca Canyon, Lake Titicaca, Cusco and the classic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu.

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Quechua woman backstrap weaving in Chinchero - Photo: Mark Tipple


Peru Raft, Bike and Hike (12-days)

Join this amazing multi activity adventure across the Andes from Cusco to Machu Picchu under your own steam. We bike to the Sacred Valley, raft the Urubamba River and trek the magnificent Inca Trail to the 'Lost City' of Machu Picchu.

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River crossing on one of the Inca Trails - Photo: Sue Badyari


Cycle the Andes (10-days)

The perfect cycling adventure in the Andes - downhill, on and off-road, fully supported and culminating at the enigmatic Machu Picchu.

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Cycling through the Andes - Photo: Andreas Holland

Alpamayo Circuit (16-days)

Alpamayo Circuit, in the Cordillera Blanca, Peru - Photo: Hisao Morales
Said to be the most scenically spectacular walking route in the Peruvian Andes, this off the beaten track adventure crosses a number of high passes that reveal unsurpassed views of the perfectly shaped ice pyramid of Alpamayo peak. 

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Cusco & Machu Picchu (7-days)

Breathtaking views of Machu Picchu from the Inca trail - Photo: Sarah Higgins
Explore the famous sites of the Incas including Cusco, the Sacred Valley and the fabulous ruins of Machu Picchu. 

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Inca & Altiplano Trek (22-days)

Trekkers on the Inca Trail, Peru - Photo: Sarah Higgins
Trekking in the Andes is an exhilarating experience. After savouring the delights of Cusco and the Sacred Valley of the Incas, we commence our seven day trek through the Andean wilderness to Machu Picchu. Our journey continues across the Altiplano to Bolivia for our second trek in the remote Condoriri region before continuing onto La Paz.

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8 reasons to do Peru with us 

1. Over 30 years experience operating treks, cycle and cultural holidays.

2. Use of isolated campsites on the Inca Trail away from all other groups – go remote and reach the sun gate after the rush. 

3. Innovative & exciting remote trek itineraries – don’t follow the crowds, instead immerse yourself in the majestic Andes. 

4. Sustainable trekking guidelines; zero litter policy, taking everything out that we take in. 

5. One of the only companies to pay our porters well above the average wage and to provide full cover and injury income protection. 

6. Excellent, experienced & qualified local guides that share their life and experiences with you.

7. Completion of numerous community development projects throughout Peru including construction of footbridges, water tanks, pipelines and schools in the villages of Qelqanqa, Tastayoq and Huilloq.

8. We only stay in fantastic, small, well appointed hotels with private facilities. Cusco & Sacred Valley hotels utilise our refillable water dispensers, so far saving over 100,000 plastic bottles from being used and discarded.

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