Name: Peru Adventure - Machu Picchu 14 Days | Small-Group Travel
Brand: Zero Trace Tours
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Lima → Lima

Moderate + | Ages 18-39

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Shoestring Peru: City Buzz, High Trails & Machu Picchu | 14 Days

From Pacific plazas to Andean citadels, this budget-friendly journey links Lima’s street-life and eats with high-valley markets, Sacred Valley viewpoints, and a bucket-list finale at Machu Picchu. Travel light, move smart, and soak up Peru’s colour at ground level—plazas at dusk, train windows on canyon walls, and first light over stone terraces.

Guides handle the logistics; you choose the tempo—city walks and museum time, market tastings, gentle valley hikes, or an optional big-effort day at altitude. Expect simple stays in great locations, a social small-group vibe, and plenty of free time to chase what you came for: big skies, ancient stones, and food you’ll talk about long after you’re home.

Quick Facts

Duration: 14 days
Style: Small-group, budget (simple, well-located stays)
Route: Lima → Cusco (via Sacred Valley & Aguas Calientes)
Difficulty: Easy to Moderate (walks at altitude)
Transport: Public/charter transport, train/bus to Machu Picchu, walking
Stays: Hostels/guesthouses (multi-share common)

Trip Highlights

Lima neighbourhood wanders, markets and street-food detours
Cusco acclimatisation walks and time to explore Inca-Spanish streets
Sacred Valley viewpoints, villages and craft markets
Aguas Calientes base and Machu Picchu guided visit (with extra time to linger)
Flexible free time for add-ons like Rainbow Mountain, biking, or cooking classes

Good to Know

Altitude matters: Cusco sits at ~3,400 m—ease in, hydrate, and keep day one mellow.
Meals: Mix of included breakfasts + plenty of local choice—perfect for tasting Peru’s classics.
Baggage: Soft luggage packs best; bring a small daypack for rails, ruins, and city rambles.

Booking Terms & Conditions

$350.00

RESERVE WITH DEPOSIT

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Day 1 | Lima Arrival, Barranco Buzz & First Night Out

Arrive any time (hotel check-in from ~3:00 pm). Late afternoon Welcome Moment with your CEO and crew, then roll into Barranco for bars, murals, and an optional group dinner. Craft beer or pisco to toast the start. (If you pre-booked the Lima Cooking Class, pickup is ~10:00—10:30 Aug–Dec—and returns ~13:00. The optional Lima City Tour hits Plaza de Armas, Santo Domingo, Bodega y Quadra, tapas & pisco demo.)

Stay: Hotel Gemina (or similar), Lima.

Included meals: None.

Included moments: Welcome Moment; First Night Out.

Optional extras (own expense): Lima Cooking Class (4 hrs); Lima City Tour.

Day 2 | Lima → Nazca: Coast Road & Desert Town

Head south by local bus (~7 h 30 m) along the Pacific and dunes to Nazca. Settle in and get briefed on tomorrow’s options.

Stay: Hotel Hacienda San Marcelo (or similar), Nazca.

Included meals: Breakfast.

Transport: Local bus Lima → Nazca (~7 h 30 m).

Day 3 | Nazca Day: Flights, Ceramics & Pachamanca → Night Bus

Free day to choose your adventure:

• Nazca Lines flight (pay S/47 airport tourist ticket locally) for condors, monkey & hummingbird views from the air; or

• Chauchilla Cemetery & Potter’s Studio to see 1,500-year-old mummies and Nazca-style ceramics; or

• Cerro Blanco sandboarding + buggy loop to Cahuachi/Ocongalla aqueducts.

Enjoy Your Foodie Moment: Pachamanca—help prep meats/veg in an earth oven with hot stones, then feast. Overnight bus (~9 h) to Arequipa.

Stay: Overnight bus Nazca → Arequipa (reclining seats).

Included meals: Lunch.

Optional extras (own expense): Lines flight; Cemetery & Potter; Sandboarding/buggy.

Day 4 | Arequipa: Cloisters, Volcano Vistas & Picanterías

Welcome to the “White City.” Free day for Santa Catalina Monastery, viewpoint circuits, or the Juanita (Santuarios Andinos) museum. Spice lovers: hit a traditional picantería (think shrimp, alpaca, soups, and uchucuta chilies).

Stay: Terra Mística Casa Consuelo (or similar), Arequipa.

Included meals: None.

Optional extras (own expense): Santa Catalina entry; Juanita Museum; city walking tour.

Day 5 | Arequipa → Chivay: Into Colca & Hot Springs

Private vehicle Arequipa → Chivay (~4 h 30 m–5 h / 165 km) across high puna—look for vicuñas on the flats. Begin your Colca Canyon guided tour; with luck, spot soaring Andean condors. Evening hot springs soak (optional).

Stay: Vita Colca Hotel (or similar), Chivay/Colca.

Included meals: Breakfast.

Included activity: Colca Canyon guided tour.

Optional extras (own expense): Hot springs.

Day 6 | Condor Viewpoints & Terraces → Overnight Bus to Cusco

Early run to condor lookouts, plus village stops and ancient terraces. Return by private vehicle to Arequipa (~4 h 30 m–5 h), then board the overnight bus (~10 h) to Cusco.

Stay: Overnight bus Arequipa → Cusco.

Included meals: Breakfast.

Included activity: Colca Canyon guided touring (continuation).

Day 7 | Cusco Free Day: Museums, Markets or Cooking Class

Ease into 3,400 m. Your Discover Moment: roam the Plaza de Armas, San Pedro Market, or pre-book the Cusco Cooking Class (pickup ~12:30, return ~16:00). Other options: Inka Museum, half-day Cusco City Tour, or MTB/rafting if you’re acclimatised.

Stay: Hotel de la Villa Hermoza (or similar), Cusco.

Included meals: None.

Optional extras (own expense): City Tour; Inka Museum; Cooking Class; rafting/biking.

Day 8 | Cusco → Ccaccaccollo: Weaving Co-op & Homestay

Enter the Sacred Valley to visit the G for Good Ccaccaccollo Women’s Weaving Co-op—learn natural dyeing and backstrap-loom techniques; meet the resident llamas. Continue into the community for a Local Living homestay: help prep dinner, join garden tasks, maybe a friendly football match.

Stay: Ccaccaccollo homestay (or similar), Sacred Valley.

Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Included moments: G for Good co-op visit; Local Living homestay.

Day 9 | Ccaccaccollo → Ollantaytambo: Ruins & River Town

Transfer ~45–60 min to Ollantaytambo via valley viewpoints. Opt for a Sacred Valley tour (Pisac ruins/market when in session, Parwa community restaurant), sample the Sacred Valley Brewery, or climb the Ollanta terraces for Inca engineering 101. Gear check for tomorrow’s trek.

Stay: Las Orquídeas (or similar), Ollantaytambo.

Included meals: Breakfast.

Transport: Private vehicle Ccaccaccollo → Ollantaytambo (45–60 min).

Optional extras (own expense): Sacred Valley tour; Brewery; Ollantaytambo ruins.

Day 10 | Inca Trail Day 1: KM82 to Wayllabamba

Drive ~45 min to KM82 and begin the classic trail (~5–6 h / 11 km). Porter team, cooks and guides handle camp and meals; you carry a daypack (water, shell, snacks, camera). Pass Llactapata and river bends to Wayllabamba Camp. Enjoy G for Good: Esencia Andina—biodegradable soaps/detergents used on our treks.

Stay: Wayllabamba Camp (or similar), Inca Trail.

Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Included activity: Inca Trail hike (Day 1).

Day 11 | Inca Trail Day 2: Dead Woman’s Pass

A big climb to Warmiwañusca (Dead Woman’s Pass) 4,198 m—expect blazing sun or crisp wind up high. Take it steady, hydrate, and celebrate the top before descending to Paqaymayo Camp. ~6–7 h / 12 km.

Stay: Paqaymayo Camp (or similar), Inca Trail.

Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Included activity: Inca Trail hike (Day 2).

Day 12 | Inca Trail Day 3: Ruins Above the Clouds

Cross Runquraqay Pass (3,950 m), then a gentler climb to the second pass (~3,700 m). On clear days, spy the Cordillera Vilcabamba and the Urubamba Valley. Visit Phuyupatamarca (“town above the clouds”) ~3,650 m, then continue to Wiñay Wayna (2,650 m) if camped lower. ~9 h / 16 km.

Stay: Phuyupatamarca or Wiñay Wayna Camp (allocation varies).

Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Included activity: Inca Trail hike (Day 3).

Day 13 | Sun Gate to Machu Picchu → Aguas Calientes → Cusco

Pre-dawn wake-up (~03:30) to queue at the checkpoint, then 2–3 h / 6 km to the Sun Gate for first views over Machu Picchu (weather-permitting). Descend ~45 min for a 1.5–2 h guided tour, then bus down to Aguas Calientes and return by train to Ollantaytambo (1 h 30–1 h 45) and private vehicle to Cusco (1 h 30–1 h 45). Celebrate with your crew—Big Night Out if you’ve got gas in the tank.

Stay: Hotel de la Villa Hermoza (or similar), Cusco.

Included meals: Breakfast.

Included activity: Machu Picchu guided visit.

Notes: Huayna Picchu/Machu Picchu Mountain require scarce, pre-issued permits—only possible if confirmed pre-trip.

Day 14 | Cusco Departure (or Keep Exploring)

Depart any time. Your CEO can help with extra nights or onward travel. If you stay on, consider the Cusco Tourist Ticket (S/130) for 16 sites, the Inka Museum, or a half-day Cusco City Tour to Sacsayhuamán, Qenqo, Koricancha and more.

Included meals: Breakfast.

Optional extras (own expense): Cusco Tourist Ticket; City Tour; Inka Museum.

Good to Know (fine print that matters):

Altitude: Arequipa (2,300 m), Chivay (3,600+ m), Cusco (3,400 m), Inca Trail passes up to 4,198 m—hydrate, pace, and avoid hard workouts on arrival days.
Inca Trail operations: Porters carry group gear; you carry a daypack. Camps/routes can shift due to weather/permits.
Showers: Expect basic facilities on buses/camps; hot water varies outside major cities.

Key Tour Info

Where You’ll Be Staying & What You’ll Be Eating

Where You’ll Be Staying

Night 1 — Lima: Budget hotel/hostel in Miraflores/Barranco zone; easy to bars, cafés, coastal walks.
Night 2 — Nazca: Simple hotel; good base for flights/cemetery tours.
Night 3 — Transit: Overnight bus to Arequipa (reclining seats).
Night 4 — Arequipa: Budget hotel/hostel near the historic centre.
Night 5 — Colca (Chivay area): Guesthouse/hotel; hot springs nearby (optional).
Night 6 — Transit: Overnight bus to Cusco.
Night 7 — Cusco: Budget hotel/hostel (walkable to Plaza de Armas).
Night 8 — Ccaccaccollo (Sacred Valley): Community homestay (Local Living); shared rooms, warm welcome.
Night 9 — Ollantaytambo: Small hotel; close to station and ruins.
Nights 10–12 — Inca Trail: Campsites (shared tents; porter-supported; basic facilities).
Night 13 — Cusco: Budget hotel/hostel to regroup and celebrate.

Rooms & facilities: Budget style = simple, clean, centrally located. Expect multi-share in several stops, Wi-Fi in cities, basic camp toilets, and cool nights at altitude. Luggage stays in Cusco during the trail; you carry a small daypack.

What You’ll Be Eating

Included meals (total): 10 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches, 4 DinnersBreakfasts (10): Days 2,5,6,8,9,10,11,12,13,14Lunches (5): Day 3 (Pachamanca), plus trail days 10–12, and homestay Day 8Dinners (4): Homestay Day 8, trail days 10–12

Style & examples

City/valley days: Mostly your choice—perfect for Peru’s hits: ceviche, lomo saltado, aji de gallina, anticuchos, fresh jugos.
Your Foodie Moment (Nazca): Traditional Pachamanca—meat/veg slow-cooked with hot stones in an earth oven.
Homestay (Ccaccaccollo): Home-cooked Andean dishes (think quinoa, potatoes, veg, local sauces).
Inca Trail (3 nights): Porter-supported camp meals—hearty soups, rice/pasta, vegetables, eggs/chicken, hot drinks. Biodegradable soaps used on trek (G for Good).

Dietaries & hydration

Common dietaries (veg/vegan/gluten-light) can usually be accommodated with advance notice—especially for homestay and trail kitchens.
Carry a reusable bottle; treated water is provided on the trail, and refills are easy in towns (use purification where needed).

Notes

Altitude can reduce appetite—small, frequent snacks help (nuts, coca candies, electrolyte tabs).
Alcohol is own expense; save celebratory pisco for post-hike nights.

✅ What’s Included

Activities & Experiences

Welcome Moment in Lima + First Night Out
Your Foodie Moment: Pachamanca lunch in Nazca
Colca Canyon guided tour (condor viewpoints, valley villages)
G for Good: Ccaccaccollo Women’s Weaving Co-op visit
Local Living: Ccaccaccollo community homestay (overnight)
Inca Trail (classic, 4 days/3 nights) with licensed trek guides, cooks & porters
Machu Picchu: guided tour of the citadel

Transport

Local bus: Lima → Nazca
Overnight buses: Nazca → Arequipa; Arequipa → Cusco
Private vehicles: Arequipa ↔ Colca (Chivay), Sacred Valley sectors, Ollantaytambo → KM82, Ollantaytambo → Cusco (return)
Rail & shuttle: Aguas Calientes ↔ Ollantaytambo train; Machu Picchu shuttle bus

Permits, Fees & Trek Support

Inca Trail permit & campsite fees
Machu Picchu entry
Group camping gear (tents, cooking equipment), porters for group gear (you carry a daypack)

Accommodation (13 nights total)

Budget hotels/hostels & guesthouses: Lima, Nazca, Arequipa, Colca/Chivay, Cusco (pre/post trek), Ollantaytambo
Community homestay: Ccaccaccollo (1 night)
Camping: Inca Trail (3 nights)
Transit: 2 overnight buses

Meals

10 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 4 dinners (incl. homestay meals and all trek meals)

Guides

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout + specialist local/trek guides

🚫 What’s Not Included

International flights to Lima / from Cusco
Airport transfers (arrival/departure), unless specified otherwise
Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
Visas/entry fees (if applicable)
Optional activities not listed as included, e.g.:Nazca Lines flight (plus mandatory airport tourist ticket S/47 paid locally)Chauchilla Cemetery & Potter’s Studio, Cerro Blanco sandboarding/buggyLima City Tour / Cooking Classes, Cusco City Tour, rafting/bikingHot springs in Colca, museum entries (e.g., Santa Catalina, Juanita)
Cusco Tourist Ticket (Boleto Turístico) for multi-site access
Personal trekking gear: sleeping bag/liner, trekking poles, headlamp, etc. (rental available locally)
Meals & drinks not specified as included; alcohol is own expense
Personal expenses: laundry, phone/Wi-Fi charges, souvenirs
Tips/gratuities for CEO, drivers, porters, cooks, and local guides (at your discretion)

Seasonal Weather Expectations

Overview
This route runs from sea-level Lima down the coastal desert (Nazca/Ica), up to Arequipa & Colca on the Andean flank, then over to Cusco/Sacred Valley and the Inca Trail → Machu Picchu. Peru sits in the subtropics with big altitude swings—temps change less by month than by elevation and day/night.

Rain rhythm (rule of thumb)

Andes wet season: Nov–Mar (peaks Jan–Feb: afternoon showers, cloud, muddier trails).
Andes dry season: May–Sep (clearer skies, cold nights).
Shoulders: Apr & Oct (mix of sun/showers).
Coast (Lima/Nazca/Ica): very dry year-round; Lima gets mist/garúa in winter (Jun–Sep).

By Region

Lima (sea level)Temp: ~15–27 °C (cooler Jun–Sep; warmer Dec–Mar).Rain: Almost none; winter brings low cloud/mist and damp air.Feel: Summer = sunny coastal walks; winter = sweater + light windbreaker.
Nazca / Ica / Huacachina (coastal desert, 400–600 m)Temp: ~16–30 °C; hot sun by day, cooler nights.Rain: Basically nil.Feel: Intense UV; dunes radiate heat—hat, sunglasses, SPF are essential.
Arequipa (≈2,300 m) & Colca/Chivay (3,600–4,900 m passes)Temp: Arequipa 8–23 °C; Colca mornings/evenings can drop to 0–5 °C (colder at viewpoints).Rain: Nov–Mar more showers; May–Sep drier/clearer.Feel: Big day–night swing; pack a warm layer and beanie for Colca dawn condor runs.
Cusco (≈3,400 m) & Sacred Valley (≈2,800–3,000 m)Temp: 5–20 °C; nights often 2–7 °C in dry season.Rain: Nov–Mar frequent afternoon showers; May–Sep mostly dry and sunny.Feel: Crisp mornings, strong midday sun, chilly after dark—layer up.
Inca Trail & Machu Picchu (2,400–4,198 m)Temp: Days 10–22 °C; nights 0–8 °C (colder at higher camps).Rain: Nov–Mar: muddy, slippery stone steps, cloudier vistas. May–Sep: drier, cooler, clearer sunrises.Feel: Expect microclimates: wind on passes, humidity in cloud forest, cold at night.

Sun, UV & Wind

UV is fierce at altitude—even when cool or cloudy. Wear SPF 30+, hat, sunglasses.
Valleys funnel gusts; a light shell handles wind and passing showers.

Altitude notes

Arequipa (2,300 m) is gentle; Cusco 3,400 m and Dead Woman’s Pass 4,198 m are not. Hydrate, pace yourself, go easy on day-one workouts, and consider electrolytes.

Trail & conditions (Colca & Inca Trail)

Surfaces: stone steps, dirt, cobbles—slick when wet.
Dry season = dust + chilly nights; wet season = mud, washouts, and heavier river flow.
Always carry: packable waterproof, mid-layer, sun protection, 2–3 L water capacity.

Daylight

~11.5–12.5 hours of light year-round. Early starts = calmer sites, cooler climbs, happier calves.

(Translation: bring layers you can swap like a pro. The Andes love a wardrobe change.)

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What to Pack

Bags & carry

Soft duffel/backpack (50–70L) for main luggage.
Daypack (20–30L) for daily use + Inca Trail (your main bag stays in Cusco during the trek).
Dry bags/zip sacks (3–10L) to separate clean/dirty and keep kit dry on wet days.

Documents & essentials

Passport (original) — required at Inca Trail checkpoints; name must match your permit.
Travel insurance (print + digital), vaccination/card if needed.
Credit/debit cards + some PEN cash in small notes.
Copies of key docs stored separately.

Footwear

Broken-in hiking boots/shoes with tread (trail runners OK if you’re used to them).
Camp/hostel sandals (also handy for showers).
Socks: 4–6 pairs merino/synthetic + blister kit (tape/Compeed).
(Optional) Trekking poles (collapsible; great on long descents).

Clothing (quick-dry layers)

3–4 tees + 1–2 long-sleeve sun layers.
1–2 hiking shorts, 1–2 light trousers (convertibles useful).
Mid-layer (fleece/light puffer) for chilly nights in Cusco/Colca.
Waterproof shell (hooded); rain pants (wet season Nov–Mar especially).
Warm hat/beanie & gloves (cold mornings on passes).
Sleepwear (nights on trail can be near freezing).
Swimwear (hot springs/hostel pools).
Buff/neck gaiter + sun hat/cap.

Inca Trail specifics

Head torch (+ spare batteries).
Sleeping bag (0 to -5 °C comfort) and liner — rentals available in Cusco.
Insulated sleeping mat (provided on many departures; confirm—otherwise rent/bring).
Hydration: 2 × 1L bottles or 2–3L bladder (treated water provided on trek).
Electrolytes (1–2 tabs/sachets per trekking day).
Snacks (nuts, gummies, energy bars you like).
Light towel (microfibre); packable clothesline/pegs (things dry slowly).
Earplugs & eye mask (camps and overnight buses).
Small rubbish bag (pack out wrappers).

Health & hygiene

Sunscreen SPF 30+, lip balm SPF, after-sun.
Insect repellent (DEET/picaridin) for lower, warmer zones.
Personal meds (incl. altitude meds if prescribed); first-aid (plasters, antiseptic, pain relief, rehydration salts).
Hand sanitiser, wet wipes, a little toilet roll in a zip bag.
Basic toiletries (biodegradable where possible).

Tech & power

Power bank (10–20k mAh), cables, universal adapter (Peru uses Type A/B, 110–220V).
Phone/camera in a waterproof pouch; spare SD card.

Money & admin

Small coin purse for markets/tips.
Boleto Turístico budget (if you plan many Cusco sites).
Nazca Lines fee: airport tourist ticket S/47 paid locally (if flying).

Nice-to-haves

Gaiters (mud/rain season).
Compact binoculars (condors over Colca).
Reusable mug/spork (trail comfort).
Notebook/pen (weaving co-op & foodie notes).

Packing notes

Layer like a pro: chilly nights, strong midday sun—swap layers fast.
Weight & comfort: keep the trail daypack light; overnight buses feel better with a neck pillow and warm layer.
Rentals in Cusco: sleeping bag, mat, and poles are easy to rent—great if you’re travelling light.

Local Insights

Altitude comes first: Cusco sits ~3,400 m and Dead Woman’s Pass hits 4,198 m. Day-one rule: hydrate, go easy, skip booze-heavy nights. Coca tea helps some; it’s not a cure.
Trail passports: You must carry the same passport used to book your Inca Trail permit at every checkpoint. Keep it dry (zip pouch) and accessible.
Inca Trail rhythm: Wake-ups are early, dinners hearty, nights cold. Air feet at lunch, rotate quick-dry socks, and tape hotspots before they’re blisters.
February closure: The classic Inca Trail is typically closed in February for maintenance. Alternatives (e.g., Lares) can run—confirm if your dates touch Feb.
Sun is sneaky: Andean UV bites even when it’s cool or cloudy. SPF 30+, brimmed hat, sunglasses—reapply at rest stops.
Colca condor game plan: Cold dawns, warm middays. Wear a warm layer + beanie for viewpoints; shed layers as the sun rises.
Nazca Lines pro-tips: Morning flights are usually smoother; bring photo ID and S/47 for the airport ticket. Eat light beforehand.
Barranco after dark: Great bars and murals—keep phones zipped and use registered taxis/rideshares late.
Boleto Turístico 101: The Cusco Tourist Ticket (S/130) unlocks multiple sites (incl. Sacsayhuamán). Worth it if you’ll museum/ruins-hop; otherwise buy single entries.
Cash & small change: ATMs are common in Lima/Cusco/Arequipa, less so in villages. Carry small PEN notes/coins for markets, tips, bathrooms.
Water & food sense: Stick to bottled/filtered water; on-trail water is treated by crew. Street food? Choose busy stalls, watch it cooked hot, and enjoy—Peru’s a food capital for a reason.
Picantería etiquette (Arequipa): Portions run large and spicy; sharing a few plates is normal. Ask for ají on the side if you’re heat-shy.
Homestay respect (Ccaccaccollo): Ask before photos, try a few Quechua phrases, and consider buying hand-woven textiles—your soles go straight to the makers.
Packing hack: Line your daypack with a garbage bag/dry sack. Rain, dust, and leaky water bottles are equal-opportunity chaos.
Overnight buses: Keep valuables on you, wear a warm layer, and bring earplugs/eye mask. A neck pillow turns nine hours into “almost fine.”
Poles & knees: Trekking poles make the long Inca descents civilized—rubber tips preferred to protect stones.
Souvenir smarts: Skip anything of archaeological origin (illegal). Alpaca goods are great—look for baby-alpaca labels from reputable shops if you want the soft stuff.
Language sprinkles: Buenos días, por favor, gracias, ¿cuánto cuesta?, disculpa (excuse me). A little Spanish unlocks bigger smiles.
Leave No Trace: Stay on trail, pack out wrappers, use biodegradable toiletries, and treat sacred sites with quiet respect—especially at dawn inside Machu Picchu.

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CO₂ Footprint — Miami (MIA) feeder

Results Summary (Topline)

Per guest (14 days, MIA feeder): ~3.0 tCO₂e
Per tour (assumed 16 guests): ~48 tCO₂e
Counter-impact target (200%): ~6.0 tCO₂e per guest
Method note: DEFRA-aligned with WTT and RF = 1.9 for aviation; conservative factors; +10% uncertainty baked into rounded figures.

Scope & Boundaries

Guest travel to/from tour: MIA ⇄ Lima (LIM) round-trip (open-jaw end via LIM).
On-tour transport: Local/overnight buses, private vehicles, rail/shuttle to Machu Picchu, 4-day Inca Trail (camping).
Accommodation: 13 nights (budget hotels/hostels + 1 homestay + 3 camp; bus nights excluded).
Meals: All meals for trip duration (included + own-expense) using a conservative per-meal factor.
Activities: Modest trek support allowance.
Excluded: Long-haul beyond MIA, shopping, non-typical add-ons.

Emission Factors (overview)

Aviation (econ): base ~0.158 kgCO₂e/km, × RF 1.9, + WTT → effective ~0.29–0.30 kg/km used.
Ground/bus/PV: ~0.09 kg/km (WTT incl.).
Accommodation proxy: ~12 kg/night (camp nights kept conservative).
Meals: ~2.5 kg/meal.

Activity Data (applied)

Aviation: MIA ⇄ LIM round-trip ~8,480 km total.
Surface (on tour): ~1,600 km combined.
Accommodation: 13 nights.
Meals: ~42 (14×3).
Trek support: 4 days / 3 nights allowance.

Results — Per Guest (rounded)

Aviation (8,480 km; RF+WTT): ~2.54 tCO₂e
Surface transport: ~0.14 tCO₂e
Accommodation: ~0.16 tCO₂e
Meals: ~0.11 tCO₂e
Trek support allowance: ~0.04 tCO₂e
Total (incl. +10% uncertainty): ~3.0 tCO₂e

Results — Per Tour (16 guests)

~48 tCO₂e

Assumptions (key): Fixed MIA hub; on-tour distances aggregated from this itinerary; conservative small-vehicle factors; meals counted in full; uncertainty uplift applied.

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Moderate to Challenging. Expect city walks at altitude plus the 4-day Inca Trail with long stone steps and a high point at 4,198 m. If you can hike 6–8 hrs on consecutive days, you’re set.

Yes—sleeping bags, mats, and trekking poles are easy to rent locally. Handy if you’re travelling light.

Budget hotels/hostels, a community homestay (Ccaccaccollo), 3 nights camping on the trail, and two overnight buses. Simple, clean, central where possible.

10 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 4 dinners (includes Pachamanca lunch, homestay meals, and all trail meals). Other meals are your choice—Peru’s food scene is half the fun.

Can I get my own room?

A limited My Own Room upgrade may be available in hotels/hostels (not on the trail, bus, or homestay). Ask at booking; subject to availability.

How big is the group and who leads it?

Small-group budget style (typically up to ~16). A CEO (Chief Experience Officer) leads throughout; licensed trek guides, cooks & porters on the trail.

How tough is the altitude?

You’ll sleep from 2,300 m (Arequipa) to 3,400 m (Cusco) and cross 4,198 m on the trail. Hydrate, pace yourself, avoid heavy exercise/alcohol on arrival days, and consider electrolytes.

Are there showers and charging on the trail?

Expect basic facilities (cold water, no plugs at camps). Charge devices in towns; bring a power bank.

Is drinking water provided?

In towns: buy/refill safely. On the trail: treated water is supplied—carry 2–3 L capacity (bottles or bladder).

How much cash should I bring—and are ATMs available?

ATMs are common in Lima, Arequipa, Cusco; scarce in smaller villages. Carry small PEN notes for markets, tips, bathrooms, and snacks.

What optional activities should I budget for?

Popular picks: Nazca Lines flight (plus S/47 airport ticket), Santa Catalina & Juanita Museum (Arequipa), hot springs (Colca), Cusco City Tour, Rainbow Mountain, cooking classes. Prices vary—your CEO will brief you.

Is it safe?

These are well-trodden routes. Use standard city sense: zipped daypack, put phones away in crowds, and use registered taxis/rideshares at night. Follow CEO guidance.

What’s the best season to go?

Dry season (May–Sep) = clearer skies, cold nights. Wet season (Nov–Mar) = warmer, wetter, muddier trails. Shoulders Apr/Oct mix both.

Do I need travel insurance or a visa?

Insurance is strongly recommended. Visa/entry rules depend on your passport—check before you fly.

Tipping—what’s expected?

Tips are not included and are discretionary. Customary to tip the CEO, drivers, local/trek guides, cooks & porters. Your CEO can suggest local benchmarks.

Dietaries—can you cater for them?

Common dietaries (veg/vegan/gluten-light) can usually be accommodated with advance notice, including on the trail and at the homestay. Bring favourite snacks if you’re strict.

Anything else I should know?

Nazca flight: morning slots are usually smoother; eat light.
Trail etiquette: rubber tips on poles protect stones; pack out your wrappers.
Passport: keep it dry and handy—permits are checked multiple times.

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A) "Book with Deposit"

Place a deposit. You’ll pay the deposit at checkout.
Tell us the details. You’ll receive an email asking for your tour name/date, passenger details, and any special requests (room type, extras, dietaries, etc.).
We secure your spots. If everything’s clear, we confirm your booking by email so you can lock flights and plan the rest.
If we need anything (e.g., room configuration, add-on activities), we’ll ask—then issue confirmation once sorted.
Final balance invoice. After confirmation, you’ll be invoiced the remainder in line with the trips booking terms & conditions (each trip/partner has its own timeline but full payment is generally required at least 30 days prior to departure).
If we are unable to confirm your spot: you’ll receive a full refund of your deposit. Zero stress.

B) Instant confirmation route (selected trips)

Some departures use live operator booking calendars. These can deliver instant confirmation inside the operator’s system.
If you book this way, the operator’s terms & conditions apply immediately (including payment schedules and change/cancellation rules).

Good to know

Each trip may have slightly different deadlines and deposit rules—You can find the terms and conditions for your chosen booking on the listing page.
You can still flag special requests after deposit—earlier is better for availability.

Before your booking is confirmed

If we can’t confirm your spots after you’ve paid a deposit, we’ll issue a full refund of that deposit.

After your booking is confirmed

Cancellations follow the operator’s cancellation schedule (varies by trip and how close you are to departure).
Expect possible fees or non-refundable items (e.g., internal flights, permits, certain accommodations).
If a refund or credit is due, we’ll process it once the operator releases the funds and pass it back to your original payment method.

Instant-confirmation bookings (live operator calendars)

The operator’s T&Cs apply immediately on these. Some departures are non-refundable or have stricter windows.

How to cancel

Email us your booking reference, names on the booking, and a one-line request (“Please cancel”).
We’ll reply with the exact penalties/refund or credit per your operator before proceeding.

If the operator cancels or significantly changes your trip

You’ll be offered an alternative date, a travel credit, or a refund according to that operator’s policy. We’ll advocate for the best outcome for you.

Good to know

Refunds are returned to the original payment method; bank/FX fees aren’t usually recoverable.
Travel insurance is your friend for recovering non-refundable costs.
The earlier you contact us, the better your options typically are.

Short answer: Usually yes, but it depends on the operator’s rules and how close you are to departure.

Date changes

We’ll check new-date availability with the operator.
If a change is possible, you’ll pay any applicable operator change fee plus any price difference for the new date.
The closer to departure, the tighter (and costlier) changes become; some trips treat late changes as a cancel + rebook under the operator’s policy.

Transfer to another person (name change)

Many operators allow a name change/transfer up to a certain cut-off.
Fees and deadlines vary by operator and services booked (e.g., flights may be non-transferable).

Instant-confirmation bookings

If you booked via a live operator calendar, the operator’s T&Cs apply immediately. Some departures are non-changeable or have stricter windows.

How to request a change

Email us with your booking reference, preferred new date/person’s details, and any flexibility.
We’ll confirm options, fees, and any price differences before making changes.

Pro tips

Ask early—more seats = more options, lower fees.
Consider travel insurance that covers change/cancellation costs.
Always check booking terms and conditions, links displayed on each tour page under the overview.

Yes. Your money is protected by our own accreditation and safeguards, plus the protections of our tour partners and the payment methods we use.

Our business safeguards

Legally registered business with documented booking & refund policies.
Commercial insurance appropriate to our operations.
VTIC Quality Tourism Accreditation (Quality Tourism Accredited Business) confirming we meet industry standards for customer service, safety, and risk management.

Operator-level protection

We partner only with established operators who maintain their own financial protections and clear refund/credit policies.
When you book via a live operator calendar, payment is processed directly by the operator and their protections/terms apply immediately.

How your payment is handled

All card payments run through a secure, PCI-compliant gateway; we don’t store your full card details.
If you book through a live operator calendar, payment is processed directly into the operator’s system, and their terms & protections apply immediately.

Your legal rights

Your purchase is also covered by consumer laws in your country/state (fair trading/refund rights). We reference the applicable jurisdiction on your paperwork.

Extra peace of mind

Paying by credit card may add chargeback protection from your card issuer.
We strongly recommend travel insurance to cover situations outside operator/consumer protections (your own cancellation, medical, delays).

Absolutely. Our prices update live from the operator, but if you spot the same tour on the same dates with the same inclusions and terms advertised for less — even in a public sale or promo — we’ll match it.

Already booked? We’ll refund the difference to your original payment method (eligibility applies, based on the final checkout price including taxes/fees from an authorised seller). And yes, the matched price still includes our 200% carbon offset — no dilution of benefits.

Not for every trip—but for most travellers, we strongly recommend it

Some itineraries and partner operators do require insurance (especially remote treks, glacier walks, or bookings made via live operator calendars with mandatory cover).

When it’s required

Certain partners/departures make insurance compulsory and may ask for proof before departure. If you book one of these, their T&Cs apply immediately.

What good cover includes

Medical treatment & emergency evacuation/repatriation (high limits).
Trip cancellation/interruption (protects your deposit and balance if plans change).
Baggage & travel delay, and supplier default where available.
Coverage for all activities on your itinerary (e.g., trekking, glacier hikes, kayaking) and any relevant altitudes/conditions.
24/7 assistance hotline and a clear claims process.

When to buy

At booking. That way, cancellation benefits start immediately and you’re covered if something crops up before you travel.

How to share proof

Email us your policy certificate (names, policy number, assistance phone).
If you booked via an instant-confirmation operator calendar, follow their proof instructions and deadlines exactly.

Most departures run as planned, but guarantees depend on the operator and minimum numbers. If there’s a wobble, we’ll tell you fast and give you options.

How it works

Minimum group size: Most partners need a minimum number of travellers to confirm a trip.
When we confirm: Each operator has a confirmation window (often 30–60 days before departure). We monitor load and update you as status changes.
Any listing from "G-Adventures" will be guaranteed to run with a booking

If a trip is under-subscribed

We’ll contact you with clear options:

Move to another date (same tour)

Switch to a comparable trip

Full refund of monies paid (per the operator’s terms)

Any price differences for new dates/trips will be discussed before you decide.

If a trip is suspended (weather, park closures, strikes, force majeure)

First, we’ll look to re-route or adjust (e.g., alternative park, similar activities).
If that’s not viable, you can move dates, choose a different trip, or receive a refund/credit according to the operator’s policy.

Our promise

Proactive comms: We’ll keep you posted as soon as we know more—no last-minute surprises if we can help it.
No pressure choices: You pick the outcome; we handle the admin.
Flight advice: Until your tour is confirmed, book flexible/refundable flights or add insurance that covers schedule changes.

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