8 days
Family Adventure in the Andes
Llamas, rafting, chocolate and Machu Picchu
Cusco · Sacred Valley · Machu Picchu
- Duration
- 8 days
- Physical level
- Moderate
- Max. altitude
- 3,500 m
- Group size
- Private family
- Accommodation
- Family-friendly hotels
- From
- US$2,950
A flexible family journey with hands-on activities, short drives and family-friendly hotels.
Cusco · Sacred Valley · Moray · Ollantaytambo · Aguas Calientes · Machu Picchu
Designed with parents in mind: paced for kids, flexible and always private.
Highlights
- 01A gentle llama trek with a local family
- 02Rafting on the Urubamba for all ages
- 03A chocolate-making workshop in Cusco
- 04Machu Picchu with a guide who knows how to engage kids
Altitude profile of the journey, stop by stop.
The route
Max. altitude: 3,500 m · Moray
Day by day
- 1
Day 1Arrival in Cusco
Transfer straight to the lower Sacred Valley to acclimatize.
Overnight: Sacred Valley
- 2
Day 2Llama trek & community visit
Gentle walk with llamas and a visit to a local school.
Overnight: Sacred Valley
- 3
Day 3Rafting & ATV
Family rafting on the Urubamba; ATV ride to Moray for older kids.
Overnight: Sacred Valley
- 4
Day 4Train to Machu Picchu
Scenic train ride and afternoon at the hot springs.
Overnight: Aguas Calientes
- 5
Day 5Machu Picchu
Guided visit adapted for kids; return to Cusco.
Overnight: Cusco
- 6
Day 6Cusco chocolate & market
Chocolate workshop and San Pedro market.
Overnight: Cusco
- 7
Day 7Free day
Optional activities or rest.
Overnight: Cusco
- 8
Day 8Departure
Private transfer to the airport.
Before you go
- Children and altitude
- We start in the lower Sacred Valley and keep the first days relaxed so the whole family adapts comfortably.
- Best season
- April to October brings clear skies and dry trails. November to March is greener, quieter and has afternoon showers.
- Documents
- Your passport is required to enter Machu Picchu and to board trains. Bring the same passport used in your booking.
- Health & insurance
- Travel insurance covering high altitude and medical evacuation is strongly recommended.
What to pack
Clothing
- ·Layers for cool mornings
- ·Light waterproof jacket
- ·Comfortable walking shoes
- ·Sun hat and sunglasses
Essentials
- ·Passport
- ·Sunscreen and lip balm
- ·Insect repellent
- ·Reusable water bottle
Extras
- ·Small daypack
- ·Camera and spare batteries
- ·Cash in soles for tips and markets
Traveler stories
What our travelers say
“Fast, honest answers on WhatsApp before we booked and real support during the trip. When a train was delayed, everything was rearranged before we even noticed.”
“Walking the Inca Trail had been on my list for twenty years. The team handled the permits, the porters were incredible and arriving through the Sun Gate was pure emotion.”
“Travelling with three kids could have been stressful, but the pace was just right. The llama trek and the chocolate workshop were the highlights for our children.”
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