Machu Picchu, Sacred Valley, Ollantaytambo, Lima & Cusco
​August 24 - September 2, 2027
8-Day from $6,498 USD per person, double occupancy
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10-Day from $7,398 USD per person, double occupancy
A Jo Ann Taylor Signature Adventure
Peru - Inca Traditions
Culture | Cuisine | Connection | Discovery
8 or 10-Day Signature Walking Adventure ​
Aug. 24/26 - Sept. 2, 2027
Journey to the Heart of the Andes Mountains​
Beyond Machu Picchu
Machu Picchu may be the headline, but it is not the whole story.
Peru reveals itself gradually, layered in the ingredients piled high in a Lima market, the ancient terraces carved into the Andes, the water still flowing through the streets of an Inca town, and the traditions preserved by Quechua families who have lived in these mountains for generations.
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Our journey begins in Lima, one of South America’s great culinary capitals, where we explore the city through its food, art, architecture, and people. From there, we fly into the Andes and descend into the Sacred Valley. ​We explore the agricultural terraces of Moray, walk through highland farms to Maras, visit salt ponds still worked by local families, and spend time in a Quechua community. In Ollantaytambo, we look beyond the archaeological ruins and walk through one of the world’s last continuously inhabited Inca towns.
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Then comes Machu Picchu. Those prepared for the challenge will follow the Inca Trail from Km 104, passing Chachabamba and Wiñay Wayna before arriving through the Sun Gate. It is a demanding day, but the reward is extraordinary: your first view of Machu Picchu from above, reached on foot as travelers have done for centuries. The following morning, we return with our guide to explore the citadel more deeply.
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This is not simply a visit to Machu Picchu. It is a journey into one of the world’s great civilizations, told through its landscapes, food, living communities, and the people who continue to carry its traditions forward.
Come Explore Peru With Us!
Hosted by Walking Connection Trip Director
Sylvia Bernardi
Guided By Our Resident Peruvian Team
​​Adventure to Lima, The Andes & Machu Picchu
8-Days /7-Nights | August 26 - September 2, 2027
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10-Days/9-Nights | August 24 - September 2, 2027
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Priced from USD:
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8-Day: from $6498 per person, double occupancy.
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10-Day: from $7398 per person, double occupancy
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$1500 Deposit Due with Registration.
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​Highlights and Inclusions:
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​A unique itinerary created by Jo Ann Taylor, Sylvia Bernardi & our team in Peru.
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Professional English-speaking Interpretive resident guides.
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8-Days/7-Nights or10-Days/9-Nights as indicated by the final itinerary.
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Two nights in Lima, four nights in the Sacred Valley, one night in Machu Picchu Pueblo, and two nights in Cusco. (10-Days Only).
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All tour transfers and meals as indicated in the final itinerary.
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Round-trip Vistadome train transportation between Ollantaytambo and Machu Picchu Pueblo. Luggage restrictions apply.
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All scheduled guided walks, cultural experiences, community visits, cooking activities, tastings, and site visits described in the final itinerary.
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Meals as indicated in the final itinerary.
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Detailed Know Before You Go information.
Payments, Cancellation Policy, Trip Minimums, Trip Grading for Walks are linked below. Click "Get Details."
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Every detail reflects the heart of Peruvian hospitality, carefully curated by Jo Ann Taylor to create an experience that’s authentic, immersive, and true to place—without compromise.
A Signature Adventure
We believe the best way to know a place is to walk it—slowly, thoughtfully, and with time to connect. We invite you to experience Peru in the Walking Connection tradition: with open hearts, curious minds, and an appreciation for the stories that shape its people and places.
​Lima to the Sacred Valley to Cusco to Machu Picchu
This adventure offers a rare view of both Peru and its people. The Andes may be seen by every traveler, but the lives shaped by these mountains rarely come into such clear focus. Local professional guides and communication specialists bring each place to life through its stories, culture, colors, and flavors.
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Stays of Distinction
Our accommodations are part of the journey: a restored mansion in Lima’s Barranco district, a renowned exploration lodge in the Sacred Valley, a cloud-forest retreat surrounded by orchids and hummingbirds at Machu Picchu Pueblo, and an intimate colonial property in Cusco’s artisan quarter.
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Experience
Explore Moray’s enormous circular terraces and walk through farmland to Maras, with views stretching across the Sacred Valley to the snowcapped Andes complemented by a tasting devoted to Peru’s extraordinary native tubers, including potatoes, oca, and mashua—paired with local sauces, regional flavors, and several varieties of oca wine.
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​Life in a Quechua Community
​Our activities will depend upon the season and what is taking place in the community that day. This is not meant to be a staged performance with everyone conveniently waiting for our arrival. It is an opportunity to listen, participate respectfully, share a meal, and better understand a way of life rooted in the Andes.
10-Day ITINERARY(8-Day Itinerary Begins of Day 3 of this itinerary).
Day 1 - Welcome to Lima - A carefully restored 1920s mansion in Lima’s most artistic neighborhood is our home. Overnight: Lima - Night 1 of 2
Day 2 – A Taste of Lima - Our host-chef meets us as we explore Lima through food, art, architecture, and the people who call it home.
Overnight: Lima - Night 2 of 2
Day 3 – Lima to Cusco to the Sacred Valley - Explora Valle Sagrado is our base for exploring the surrounding landscapes, communities, and history.
Overnight: Sacred Valley - Explora Valle Sagrado - Night 1 of 4
Day 4 – Moray, Maras and the Flavors of the Andes - Enormous circular terraces descend into the earth with broad views of the Sacred Valley & its snowcapped peaks.
Overnight: Sacred Valley - Explora Valle Sagrado - Night 2 of 4
Day 5 – Life in a Quechua Community - Travel into the highlands of the Sacred Valley to spend time with members of a Quechua community.
Overnight: Sacred Valley - Explora Valle Sagrado - Night 3 of 4
Day 6 – Ollantaytambo: The Living Inca Town - Ollantaytambo occupies a rare place in the Andes. Monumental terraces and temples. Overnight: Sacred Valley - Night 4 of 4
Day 7 – The Inca Trail Through the Sun Gate - The Vistadome train to "Km 104," where we leave the train and begin our one-day journey along the Inca Trail.
Overnight: Machu Picchu Pueblo
Day 8 – Return to Machu Picchu - Train To Cusco - Our guided walk takes time to explore the citadel.
Overnight: Cusco - Night 1 of 2
Day 9 – Cusco: The Inca and Colonial City - Farewell Dinner
Overnight: Cusco - Night 2 of 2
Day 10 - Depart Cusco - Onward flight or custom extension.
