With the restricted permits for the Inca Trail running out months in advance Mountain Kingdoms has created a superb new trekking holiday that still treks to Machu Picchu through the iconic Sun Gate, and includes a three day trek in the nearby Lares region, but has no permit issues. This is just one of nine great adventures that Mountain Kingdoms now offers in Peru.

Lares Trek & Royal Inca Trail to Machu Picchu - NEW

Starting in the attractive Andean town of Cuzco, we explore key Inca sites and enjoy acclimatisation walks in the Sacred Valley of the Incas before stepping back in time in the beautiful and unspoilt Lares region.

The Lares landscape is cleft with deep valleys rising steeply into foothills then into the towering, snowcapped Urubamba mountains. Tiny hamlets nestle in the valleys where we meet the local Quecha people clad in their distinctive hand woven ponchos and felt hats, tending their alpacas and farming their land using methods little-changed over centuries. Our trail takes us from east to west, crossing two high passes over 4,000m with spectacular views and descending past brilliant blue lakes to camp in the valleys, before finally emerging close to the Inca ruins at Ollantaytambo.

We now join the last day of the Royal Inca Trail to trek to Machu Picchu – only single day permits are required and these are in plentiful supply. Walking past the impressive ruins of Winay Wayna we pass through the iconic Sun Gate for one of the most memorable views on the planet as Machu Picchu appears below us in all its breathtaking grandeur.

Grade: Moderate/Vigorous

Duration: 13 days (London to London)

2018 Departures: 5 May, 28 July, 8 September

Prices from: £2,295 (land only)

Prices includes: Experienced English speaking guide; airport transfers, Royal Inca Trail single day permit, most meals, good standard hotel accommodation, full service camping on trek,  sightseeing as specified in the itinerary.

http://www.mountainkingdoms.com/holiday/lares-trek-royal-inca-trail-to-machu-picchu

Adventures in Peru

Mountain Kingdoms offers a range of adventures in Peru from a gentle walking holiday to a trekking peak challenge and from a cycling tour to a luxury lodge trek. Together with a comprehensive tour and treks to Machu Picchu and Choquequirao there's something to suit all interests and abilities.

Peruvian Explorer

A 14 day tour of Peru's most stunning scenery and important cultural sights including Machu Picchu, Colca Canyon, Arequipa and Lake Titicaca.

http://www.mountainkingdoms.com/holiday/peruvian-explorer

Gentle Walking Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu

Comfortable accommodation and easy-paced walks to explore the most significant sites of the Sacred Valley together with time at Lake Titicaca.

http://www.mountainkingdoms.com/holiday/gentle-walking-sacred-valley-machu-picchu

Luxury Lodges to Machu Picchu

Delightful acclimatisation walks in the Sacred Valley followed by a fabulous trek using stylish trekking lodges along a pre-Inca trade route through the Cordillera Vilcabamba.

http://www.mountainkingdoms.com/holiday/luxury-lodges-to-machu-picchu

Ausangate & Machu Picchu Mountain Lodge Trek

Explore two contrasting but equally stunning regions of the Andes on this rewarding lodge-to-lodge trek together with excellent acclimatisation walks in the Sacred Valley.

http://www.mountainkingdoms.com/holiday/ausangate-machu-picchu-mountain-lodge-trek

Ultimate Inca Trail

The best acclimatisation programme, first rate camping service and a carefully tailored route that camps away from the crowds makes this the ultimate Inca Trail to Machu Picchu.

http://www.mountainkingdoms.com/holiday/ultimate-inca-trail

Choquequirao & Machu Picchu - the Ultimate Andean Trek

A remote and challenging trek through the remote Vilcabamba region from Machu Picchu to its sacred sister, Choquequirao with a full day to explore these extraordinary Inca ruins.

http://www.mountainkingdoms.com/holiday/choquequirao-machu-picchu-the-ultimate-andean-trek

Cordillera Blanca & Pisco Peak 5,752m/18,871ft

A spectacular yet straightforward trekking peak preceded by a magnificent trek in the remote, eastern Cordillera Blanca.

http://www.mountainkingdoms.com/holiday/cordillera-blanca-pisco-peak-5752m-18871ft

Cycling the Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu

A superb biking and cultural journey from Cuzco through the Sacred Valley to Machu Picchu via the stunning Abra Malaga pass.

http://www.mountainkingdoms.com/holiday/cycling-the-sacred-valley-and-machu-picchu

About Mountain Kingdoms:

Mountain Kingdoms is an independent, UK based, small group holiday specialist with over 29 years' experience. Now offering worldwide walking holidays, pioneering and classic treks, trekking peaks, cultural tours, cycling holidays, family adventures, walking safaris, polar and river cruises. Mountain Kingdoms is committed to responsible tourism and offers value for money with an emphasis on quality.

Visit http://www.mountainkingdoms.com for all our new holidays for 2017 and updates on all our worldwide adventures.

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