Peru: Inca Jungle & Rainbow Mountain Trek

This tour by G Adventures offers a packed week navigating the varied terrain of Peru. Starting with a pulse-raising mountain bike ride at Málaga High Pass along rivers rushing through forests, the route then swings through Santa Teresa where a zipline glides over thick jungle canopy. A guided walk to the Llactapata ruins reveals unexpected views of the surrounding mountains.

Train travel takes the group to Aguas Calientes, the gateway town for Machu Picchu. A local guide will lead visitors around this ancient citadel in the early morning, following one of the site’s regulated circuits designed to limit crowding. Later, the itinerary includes the unmistakable hues of Rainbow Mountain, where the trek stretches across mineral-rich slopes painted in stripes and streaks. Between the exertions, opportunities arise to soothe muscles in nearby hot springs.

Accommodation is mainly simple hotels with some multi-share nights, including shared bathroom facilities and cozy common areas, reflecting the tour’s adventurous yet unpretentious feel. Travelling with groups of around ten, guests balance activity and culture among the high Andes’ shifting weather and altitude.