Ancestral Paths 2027
Caminhos Ancestrais 2027 • Peru

Ancestral Paths

A Peru that goes far beyond Machu Picchu, featuring Andean communities, a Pachamama ceremony, and trails that very few people get to walk.

The Expedition lasts 9 days and 8 nights

The Expedition lasts 9 days and 8 nights

Meeting point: Cusco (Peru)

Recommended airport: Aeroporto Alejandro Velasco Astete (CUZ)

Difficulty level: Intense

If Machu Picchu is already a dream, imagine experiencing a journey that goes far beyond it. Here, you will combine classic Andean highlights with rare experiences: a Pachamama ceremony with local families, an off-the-beaten-path Andean community, and little-visited corners of Vale Sagrado.

Rainbow Mountain comes at just the right pace, with plenty of time to catch your breath and acclimatize properly. Cusco, Vale Sagrado, and Machu Picchu are major highlights, of course, but what truly stays with you are the connections along the way: warm bread from Pisac's colonial bakery, a flute melody in the late afternoon, and stories that only surface when we slow down to listen.

This expedition is designed for those who want to feel the Inca culture up close, with warmth, safety, and purpose.

It is not about rushing through Peru. It is about experiencing Peru through the eyes of its Indigenous peoples.

Ancestral Paths 2027

What our days will look like

Day 1

Your first encounter with the Andes

Our team welcomes you at Cusco airport and takes you straight to the hotel. The goal is to arrive smoothly and take it easy, as Cusco sits at 3,400 meters and the altitude calls for acclimatization.

The day is free with no rushed schedule. There is a welcoming coca tea waiting for you, and you can take a short walk nearby.

In the evening, the group meets to go over the upcoming days and get to know each other better.

Day 1

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What we already take care of

  • Round-trip Cusco Airport transfer
  • Accommodation throughout the itinerary with breakfast
  • 7 lunches included
  • Transfers for all tours and experiences
  • Machu Picchu entrance ticket
  • Tickets for all included experiences (except thermal baths)
  • Round-trip train tickets to Águas Calientes
  • Note: Not included: Flights to Cusco, accommodation before/after the trip, personal porters, tips, travel insurance. Optional: Thermal baths, horse transport at Rainbow Mountain (check prices)

What our travellers say

 Caroline B

Caroline B

The best experience in Alter do Chão!

Without a doubt, it was the best experience I have ever had! The expedition was simply incredible from beginning to end. Impeccable organisation and an extremely attentive team who know the region deeply and respect the local nature. Every detail was thought through with great care: breathtaking landscapes, wonderful freshwater beaches, trails, cultural immersion and that feeling of living something unique. Beyond all the beauty, I felt safe the whole time and very well welcomed. You can tell when work is done with love and responsibility. I recommend it without hesitation to anyone who wants to experience the real Alter do Chão, far beyond basic tourism. An unforgettable experience!

Jan 13, 2026TripAdvisor
 Lohany P

Lohany P

The most incredible carnival experience in the world

It was my first solo trip and I could write a whole book about how wonderful this experience was. Ana Carms has an approach to travel that is very different from the conventional one, a proposal of real immersion in the local culture and way of life, always respectfully. In 2026, being without internet for 5 days may sound bizarre and frightening, but in the end you come back grateful and wanting to stay longer. There is a clear reason for that disconnection, and the result for me were the great friends I made on this trip, which certainly would not have happened if we had our phones. The care the women of the agency put into every detail is admirable, and you feel all that affection in the details of everything you live there. Trust them and just go! A special thank you to Seu Sabá's family, who make everything even more magical with their care, from the delicious food to Bob the dog, who welcomes you with licks when you arrive on the little boat. Thank you for everything, ANA CARMS team, I already want to collect every expedition you offer.

Jul 23, 2026TripAdvisor

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