Altitude Peru Lists Top 10 Machu Picchu Tours and Hikes

Altitude Peru, a tour operator specializing in Peruvian travel, has released a guide detailing its ten best tour and hiking options for visiting the historic Machu Picchu citadel. The offerings cater to various traveler preferences, including multi-day treks and shorter excursions.

The company outlines key factors for choosing a tour, such as group size, difficulty level, duration, the expertise of local guides, and what is included in the package, emphasizing the need to book permits in advance as they are limited.

Among the highlighted itineraries are the classic four-day Inca Trail trek, known for its limited daily permits, and the five-day Salkantay Trek, which offers dramatic scenery as an alternative. The Lares Trek is presented as an option for those seeking cultural immersion through interactions with Andean communities.

Altitude Peru also lists day trips to the Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca) for high-altitude enthusiasts and train journeys to Aguas Calientes for travelers with less time or mobility concerns. The company advises booking essential permits and tours well in advance due to high demand.