About this experience
A five-day trek through the remote Cordillera Vilcanota, The Trail of the Apu follows the sacred Camino del Apu around Ausangate, one of the most revered mountains in the Andes.
This experience combines guided high-altitude trekking with the comfort of exclusive Andean lodges, allowing travelers to explore dramatic glacier valleys, colorful alpine lakes, and vast open landscapes at a thoughtful pace.
Along the way, travelers are supported by local communities and traditional llama caravans, creating a strong connection to the land and its people. Evenings are spent at remote lodges, enjoying warm hospitality, regional cuisine, and moments of rest beneath the Andean sky.
More than a trek, this journey offers a meaningful way to experience the natural beauty and living traditions of the Peruvian Andes.
At a glance
- Duration: 120 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 120 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Local guides to help you plan
Inca Trail to Machu Picchu Guide
Plan the classic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu with practical guidance on permits, the Km 82 route, timing, published access rates, and booking decisions.
What is included
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Breakfast
Not included
- Travel insurance
- Tips
- Trekking poles
Itinerary and highlights
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Meeting and pickup information
- First, we contact the client to confirm the details of the hotel where they will be staying. Then, we schedule a pre-departure meeting called a briefing, which takes place the day before the trek. During this meeting, we confirm the exact pickup time and location for the following day. On the day the trek begins, the guide and driver will be waiting for you at your hotel, at the agreed pickup time. At the end of the trek, we also provide transportation back to the client’s hotel.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Andean Lodges
Accessibility and practical details
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Not recommended for travellers without a minimum of 2 to 3 days of acclimatisation in high-altitude locations such as Cusco or similar areas, including light physical activity.
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Questions about this experience
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What are the pickup arrangements?
Then, we schedule a pre-departure meeting called a briefing, which takes place the day before the trek. During this meeting, we confirm the exact pickup time and location for the following day.
On the day the trek begins, the guide and driver will be waiting for you at your hotel, at the agreed pickup time.
At the end of the trek, we also provide transportation back to the client’s hotel.
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What is the cancellation policy?
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