Free-Time Experiences & Tours In Peru

Explore the city of Cusco and popular archaeological sites including the Cathedral, Qoricancha, Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Tambomach’ay, and Puca Pucara.

Machu Picchu, the ancient Incan capital of Cusco is a must-see for those interning in Peru. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983, and named as one of the seven wonders of the modern world, Machu Picchu is one of the world’s top tourist destinations attracting over one million visitors annually. Intern Abroad HQ’s 4-day & 3-night tour is an affordable and safe way to explore this unique Wonder of the World.

On day one you'll travel by bus from Cusco to the beginning of the Llactapata track. Here you'll ascend to the archaeological site of Llactapata, enjoying lunch before continuing on to Huayllabamba, an isolated Andean community where you will camp for the night. 

Day two you'll enjoy breakfast before trekking through Tres Piedras and Llulluchapampa, reaching the peak of the Inca Trail - Warmiwañusca. Along the way you'll have lunch, before descending to Pacaymayo where you will have dinner and camp for the night. 

Day three after breakfast we will continue your trek, visiting the ruins of Runkurakay and Sayacmarca. You will also visit Puyupatamarca (cloud city), another important archaeological site before spending your last night camping at Wiñayhuayna.

Day four after breakfast you'll begin your hike through the high jungle to Inti Punku - “The Gate of the Sun”. This is alternative access to Machu Picchu, and provides impressive views of the entire archaeological marvel. On arrival to Machu Picchu, you will have a 2-hour guided tour, visiting the main sites. Afterward, you will have some free time to explore before walking down to Aguas Calientes where you will catch the train to Ollantaytambo and then a bus back to Cusco. 

Lake Titicaca has a history of mysticism. Sitting 3,800 meters above sea level, its the world’s highest navigable body of water and sits between the border of Peru and Bolivia. Intern Abroad HQ’s 2-day & 1-night tour is an affordable and safe way to explore this unique wonder.

On day one you'll make your way from Cusco to Puno where you'll enjoy breakfast before being transfered to the port of Puno. Here you'll board a motorboat headed for Amantani Island where you'll be served lunch and dinner before spending the night at a local family’s house. 

Day two you'll enjoy breakfast at your host family’s house before travelling by boat to Taquile Island and receiving a guided tour. Later you'll head to the Uros Floating Islands where another guided visit follows. You'll then return to Puno and have some free time in the city square to explore. From here, you'll take a taxi, bus, or personal transport (own expenses) to the Bus Terminal to take the bus from Puno back to Cusco.

Machu Picchu, the ancient Incan capital of Cusco is a must-see for those interning in Peru. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983, and named as one of the seven wonders of the modern world, Machu Picchu is one of the world’s top tourist destinations attracting over one million visitors annually. Intern Abroad HQ’s 2-day & 1-night tour is an affordable and safe way to explore this unique Wonder of the World.

On day one you'll journey by bus from Cusco to Hidroeléctrica, enjoying lunch at a local restaurant on the way. From Hidroeléctrica participants will travel on foot along the ancient train tracks, enjoying the beautiful landscape and views of the Machu Picchu ruins until they reach Aguas Calientes. On arrival you will check into your hotel and have the evening free to explore the town, enjoy dinner at one of the local restaurants or visit the hot springs. 

Day two you'll enjoy breakfast before traveling to Machu Picchu either by bus or by foot (the choice is yours!). Here you'll join in on a 2 hour tour of the area before being given free time to explore. You will then return to Hydroelectric to catch the bus back to Cusco. 

Machu Picchu, the ancient Incan capital of Cusco is a must-see for those interning in Peru. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983, and named as one of the seven wonders of the modern world, Machu Picchu is one of the world’s top tourist destinations attracting over one million visitors annually. Intern Abroad HQ’s 2-day & 1-night tour is an affordable and safe way to explore this unique Wonder of the World.

On day one you'll journey by train from Ollantaytambo station to Aguas Calientes where you will be collected on arrival and transported to your hotel. Spend the afternoon exploring the area or  enjoying a relaxing soak in the hot springs before having dinner at one of the local restaurants. 

Day two you'll enjoy breakfast before traveling by bus to Machu Picchu. Here you'll join in on a 1 hour tour of the area before being given free time to explore. You will then return to Ollantaytambo station via train. 

The Alternative Rainbow Mountain (but no less beautiful!), Palccoyo Mountain provides a much more gentle climb at a slightly lower altitude, so can be a good option for beginner hikers.

Enjoy breakfast in the town of Colca before making the trek to the top of the mountain. After spending time at the peak, enjoy the return to Colca for lunch before returning by bus to Cusco. 

Made up of 14 different colourful minerals, Rainbow Mountain is a sight to behold. Enjoy breakfast in the town of Hanchipata before making the 5km trek to the top of the mountain, basking in the majestic beauty of the Ausangate and many surrounding lagoons. After spending time at the peak, enjoy the return decent to Hanchipata for lunch before returning to Cusco. 

Machu Picchu, the ancient Incan capital of Cusco is a must-see for those interning in Peru. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983, and named as one of the seven wonders of the modern world, Machu Picchu is one of the world’s top tourist destinations attracting over one million visitors annually. Intern Abroad HQ’s 5-day & 4-night tour is an affordable and safe way to explore this unique Wonder of the World.

On day one you'll travel by bus from Cusco, through the towns of Izcuchaca and Limatambo before arriving at Mollepata for breakfast. After Breakfast you'll continue your travels to Soraypampa where you begin your trek to Lake Humantay for lunch, before setting up camp and enjoying afternoon tea and dinner. 

Day two you'll enjoy breakfast with fantastic views of the mountains before starting your assent to Salkantay Pass. Once the summit has been reached, you will descend to Wayrac for lunch. After lunch you will resume your trek, entering the jungle landscape and arriving at Chaullay where you will have lunch before being transported to the 2nd campsite in Lucmabamba.

Day three after breakfast you'll enjoy a zip line and travel across a hanging bridge before being shown how to prepare a national Peruvian dish called Pachamanca for lunch. You will then visit the Rupícolas Peruvianus and enjoy a coffee circuit, where you can prepare and taste your own coffee. You'll descend through the cloud forest, after which you'll have lunch before being transported to the town of Santa Teresa. Here you will camp the night, enjoy dinner.

Day four you'll have breakfast before walking through the valley floor from Santa Teresa to Hydroelectric for lunch. After that you will walk to the town of Aguas Calientes where you are free to explore the hot springs before having dinner and settling in for your last night. 

Day 5 breakfast is followed by an assent to the majestic Inca Citadel of Machu Picchu where you will have a guided tour of approximately 2hrs. The rest of the day you are free to take pictures or visit the famous mountain of Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu. In the afternoon you will return to the town of Aguas Calientes and return to Ollantaytambo by train and then take a tourist bus to the Imperial city of Cusco.