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- Classic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu 4D/3N – Enjoy a Group Service Adventure
- Classic Inca Trail Trek 4D/3N to Machu Picchu (Group service )
- 8/7 Lima, Paracas, Nazca, Cusco, Machu Picchu (Small Group Tours)
- 10/09 Lima, Chan Chan, Chiclayo, Sipan, Machu Picchu (Small Group Tours)
- Peruvian Odyssey: A 10-Day Journey through Ancient Ruins, Vibrant Cities, and Natural Wonders
- Upgraded - Discover Peru
- The Inca Trail Hiking & Trekking Adventure
- Machu Picchu Adventure
- 04 Day Inca Jungle Trail to Machu Picchu – Group Service
- 03 Day Inca Jungle Trail to Machu Picchu - Group service
Classic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu 4D/3N – Enjoy a Group Service Adventure
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“A very well organized tour. Timely stops for some history along the route was really good.”
Hari, traveled in December
Duration 4 days Destinations Cusco, Urubamba, Ollantaytambo, Patallacta, Runkuraqay Mountain, Sayacmarca, Winay Wayna, Machu Picchu, Aguas Calientes Age Range 8 to 60 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Group Size Max Group Size 8 Group Type GroupPersonalized Operator Waman Adventures From
- NZ$1,652
Classic Inca Trail Trek 4D/3N to Machu Picchu (Group service )
140 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Brilliant tour, brilliant guides who let you stop or slow down whenever you need. The chefs cooked us some amazing meals.”
Emily, traveled in March
Small groups of up to 14 travelers receive personalized attention from two expert guides. The intimate size enables deeper cultural immersion at archaeological sites and ensures comfortable camping with dedicated porter teams providing full service at each site.
Duration 4 days Destinations Cusco, Ollantaytambo, Patallacta, Llulluchapampa, Pacaymayo Valley, Runkuraqay Mountain, Sayacmarca, Machu Picchu, Aguas Calientes Age Range 5 to 65 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Group Size Max Group Size 12 Group Type GroupPersonalized Operator Alpaca Expeditions From $1,432
9% Off- NZ$1,304You save $128
8/7 Lima, Paracas, Nazca, Cusco, Machu Picchu (Small Group Tours)
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“this tour was one of the best that I took in years, we got an inolvidable trip.”
Joseph, traveled in March
Bilingual guides provide personal attention at each destination. The itinerary includes Cusco's Koricancha temple, Sacsayhuaman ruins, Andean buffet lunch in Urubamba, and Machu Picchu exploration. Suitable for moderate fitness levels.
Duration 8 days Destinations Lima, Paracas, Ballestas Islands, Nazca, Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu Age Range 6 to 80 year olds Operated in English, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, Chinese, Russian Group Size Max Group Size 10 Group Type Group Operator ILE Tours From
9% Off- NZ$3,161
Bilingual guides lead intimate groups through Peru's highlights in each region. Visit San Francisco Convent in Lima, Cusco's Sacsayhuaman fortress, and Machu Picchu with expert insights. Daily WhatsApp support ensures personal attention throughout the approx. $2,300 journey.
Duration 10 days Destinations Lima, Chiclayo, Tucume, Trujillo, Huanchaco, Cusco, Machu Picchu, Sacred Valley Age Range 5 to 90 year olds Operated in English, German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Chinese Group Size Max Group Size 10 Group Type GroupPersonalized Operator ILE Tours From
9% Off- NZ$3,186
Local guides lead intimate groups through Peru's treasures. Visit the Larco Museum and Lima Cathedral with personalized attention. Wander through Cusco's Santo Domingo Convent and Sacsayhuaman fortress with expert insights.
Duration 10 days Destinations Lima, Sacred Valley, Puno Age Range 2 to 89 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 10 Group Type Private Operator Wanderful Holidays LLC From
9% Off- NZ$6,405
Upgraded - Discover Peru
6 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Great tour group, and a great tour leader in David Arce.”
Peter, traveled in April
Duration 15 days Destinations Lima, Arequipa, Chivay, Canon del Colca, Puno, Uros Reed Islands, Taquile Island, Cusco, Saqsaywaman, Aguas CalientesSee all destinations Age Range 16 to 85 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 16 Group Type Group Operator Explore! From
9% Off- NZ$7,690
Small groups of 8-15 travelers venture through Peru, diving deep into Pisac's traditional market and Moray's circular terraces. The intimate size enables personal attention from local guides at Maras salt mines and ensures comfortable camping along the 26-mile Inca Trail to Machu Picchu.
Duration 7 days Destinations Cusco, Puno, Cerro Chaquicocha Age Range 2 to 99 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 10 Group Type Group Operator Wonderful Holidays UK From
9% Off- NZ$3,821
Machu Picchu Adventure
75 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Great itinerary, people and loved learning about Peruvian culture!”
Cecilia, traveled in May
Groups of 12-15 adventurers follow specialized Inca Trail guides. The intimate size creates meaningful experiences at local markets, personal attention at Machu Picchu, and authentic cultural exchanges at the Ccaccaccollo women's weaving co-op.
Duration 8 days Destinations Lima, Cusco, Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu Age Range up to 90 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 16 Group Type Group Operator G Adventures From
9% Off- NZ$2,719
04 Day Inca Jungle Trail to Machu Picchu – Group Service
6 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The biking was fantastic.”
Even, traveled in March
Small groups of eight travelers per guide navigate Class III-IV rapids and mountain bike trails. The intimate size creates authentic local experiences at coca plantations and rural communities between Cusco and Machu Picchu.
Duration 4 days Destinations Cusco, Ollantaytambo, Abra Malaga Mountain, Santa Teresa, Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu Age Range 12 to 55 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Group Size Max Group Size 10 Group Type Group Operator Inkayni Peru Tours From
9% Off- NZ$1,178
03 Day Inca Jungle Trail to Machu Picchu - Group service
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“The activities were all great and very well organised along with the travel between the different locations.”
Olukayode, traveled in April
Groups under 8 travelers receive personalized guidance through Machu Picchu's ancient ruins. Additional guides join larger groups, ensuring detailed attention during mountain biking from Abra Málaga and zip-lining adventures near Santa Teresa.
Duration 3 days Destinations Cusco, Ollantaytambo, Abra Malaga Mountain, Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu Age Range 12 to 55 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Group Size Max Group Size 10 Group Type Group Operator Inkayni Peru Tours From
9% Off- NZ$1,010
Reviews of Small Group tours to Peru
- 8/7 Lima, Paracas, Nazca, Cusco, Machu Picchu (Small Group Tours)
this tour was one of the best that I took in years, Mark and Milagros, did the best to make as feel confortable and secure. thanks, we got an inolvidable trip.
- INCA TREASURES - 6 DAYS
Waman Adventures was perfect for us!! Being picked up at Cusco airport in a comfortable van by Guido started off our memorable vacation in Peru. They took excellent care of us and went out of their way for our family with special needs. Percy is an excellent tour guide, very knowledgeable about pre-Inka and Inka culture. He had everything ready for us and gave us personalized tours at our pace of sights in the sacred valley. He took care of the multi- step process of visiting Machupiccu. We ate lunch in Peruvian homes and visited places we never would have found on our own, which added to our experience. By the end we felt we were old friends. Highly recommend this company!
- 03 Day Inca Jungle Trail to Machu Picchu - Group service
This was an amazing tour with our guide Jaime who made us feel incredibly comfortable over the three days. The activities were all great and very well organised along with the travel between the different locations. Jaime was a brilliant tour guide throughout Machu Picchu and we felt his knowledge of the wonder added to how much we enjoyed the experience. We would definitely recommend and thanks again to Jaime for amazing experience.
What our customers ask about Peru Small Group Tours
What is the ideal duration for a small group tour in Peru?
A well-planned small group tour in Peru takes between 7-12 days. This timeframe lets travelers adjust to high altitudes and explore major destinations at a comfortable pace. A standard trip includes time in Lima (2-3 days) Cusco and the Sacred Valley (3-4 days) and Machu Picchu (1-2 days). As one TourRadar traveler noted: "Our 8-day small group tour felt perfect - enough time to see everything without feeling rushed."
What type of accommodations can I expect on a small group tour in Peru?
Small group tours provide varied lodging options from city hotels to local guesthouses. In Cusco travelers often stay at established properties like the Hilton Garden Inn while Sacred Valley stays feature boutique options such as Casa Andina Premium Valle. For trek experiences like the Salkantay route spacious 4-person tents are shared by just two guests. As one TourRadar traveler mentioned: "The campsites had excellent views of the surroundings and the tents were in perfect condition."
How far in advance should I book a small group tour to Peru?
Book Peru small group tours 6-8 months ahead particularly for trips including the Inca Trail which requires permits. Space fills quickly on popular routes like the Classic Inca Trail and Salkantay Trek due to limited group sizes. One TourRadar traveler advised: "We booked our small group tour 7 months ahead and were glad we did as the permits for our preferred dates were almost sold out."
What is the guide-to-traveler ratio on small group tours?
Tours maintain one guide for every 6-8 participants with extra guides added for larger groups. Companies like TreXperience provide one guide for groups up to 8 people and two guides when numbers increase. A traveler noted: "Having two guides for our group of 10 meant we could split up based on hiking pace and still get detailed information about the sites we visited."
What is the ideal group size for a small group tour in Peru?
Groups typically include 8-16 travelers creating a close-knit atmosphere while exploring Peru's highlights. As one TourRadar traveler noted: "Our small group allowed for personalized attention from our guide Percy who made the experience much more meaningful with his deep knowledge of Inca history." Accommodations include stays at select properties like Casa Andina Private Valle Sagrado and El Mapi by Inkaterra in Aguas Calientes.
What safety advantages do small group tours offer in Peru?
The limited size allows guides to closely monitor each traveler's wellbeing especially during altitude adjustment in high-elevation areas like Cusco at 11152 feet. One TourRadar traveler noted: "Our guide was always checking on each person's condition since we were at 16000+ altitude. With just 8 people in our group we received constant attention and felt very safe throughout the journey."