# Discover Nature and Culture in Cusco and Sacred Valley > Explore the Sacred Valley of Peru with ready-to-book tours or have our experts create a custom itinerary for hiking, culture, and nature. # Nature and Culture in Cusco [Nearby](/en/nearby) Search 6 listings Want something else? Let an in-country expert [design the perfect trip in Peru](/en/qa/peru/explore-overlay)! [![Trek the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu](https://res.cloudinary.com/lokal/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto:eco,c_fill,h_250,w_460/z6bzxyoc6rb5ikydwqnr.jpg)USD 690/personTrek the Inca Trail to Machu PicchuCusco, Peru4 Days | Archaeological Sites, Community Visit, Cultural ActivitiesExperience the incredible Inca Trail with native, local guides and unique cultural experiences along the way. On this 4D/3N trek you'll explore several archaeological sites and farming terraces that are part of the classic route to Machu Picchu. T...](/en/go/inca-trail-to-machu-picchu) [![Lares Trek and Yoga Retreat to Machu Picchu](https://res.cloudinary.com/lokal/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto:eco,c_fill,h_250,w_460/ryppexkbblfjdjazdncg.jpg)Customize this trip!Lares Trek and Yoga Retreat to Machu PicchuCusco, Peru4 Days | Archaeological Sites, Birdwatching, Community VisitExplore some of the most remotes places in Peru on this tour that combines nature, native villages, yoga, meditation, spiritual ceremonies and trekking for a perfect combination of traditional adventure and cultural immersion. Taking you off the b...](/en/go/cusco-peru/lares-trek-to-machu-picchu-yoga-retreat) [![Ollantaytambo Pumamarca Alternative Inca Trail](https://res.cloudinary.com/lokal/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto:eco,c_fill,h_250,w_460/iasm0ajf9phlagwgfvyn.jpg)USD 201/personOllantaytambo Pumamarca Alternative Inca TrailOllantaytambo, PeruFull Day | Archaeological Sites, Hiking, Time in NatureEmbark on a breathtaking journey with the Ollantaytambo Pumamarca Alternative Inca Trail. This unique full-day hiking adventure offers a blend of natural beauty, historical exploration, and cultural immersion. Experience the majesty of ancient Inc...](/en/go/ollantaytambo-pumamarca-alternative-inca-trail) [![Overnight with Chari Weavers and Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain Hike](https://res.cloudinary.com/lokal/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto:eco,c_fill,h_250,w_460/issdc39l7u0lsoyendly.jpg)USD 145/personOvernight with Chari Weavers and Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain HikeChecacupe, Peru2 Days | Community Visit, Hiking, Time in NatureExperience Peru's famous Rainbow Mountain in a unique and authentic way with CBC Tupay. Instead of joining the line of tourist buses, you'll spend your first day visiting the Chari community, learning traditional weaving and experiencing the cultu...](/en/go/rainbow-mountain-peru/rainbow-mountain-overnight-chari-weavers) [![Visit the Andean Shepherds of the Quishuarani Community](https://res.cloudinary.com/lokal/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto:eco,c_fill,h_250,w_460/fxuqfjnjni5uz1xnlfgz.jpg)USD 354/personVisit the Andean Shepherds of the Quishuarani CommunityQuishuarani, Peru2 Days | Community Visit, Cultural Activities, Farm VisitSpend time with Andean shepherds from the Quishuarani communityto learn about why llamas, alpacas, and sheep play a central role in the Andean rural communities. You'll get to go along with the locals as they herd their animals, learn more about t...](/en/go/visit-the-andean-shepherds-of-the-quishuarani-community) [![Hike Rainbow Mountain and Visit the Chari Community](https://res.cloudinary.com/lokal/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto:eco,c_fill,h_250,w_460/lfuzjxm4ftefsfcfeh9u.jpg)USD 78/personHike Rainbow Mountain and Visit the Chari CommunityChecacupe, PeruFull Day | Community Visit, Hiking, Time in NatureVisit the local Chari community to eat an authentic Andean breakfast before hiking to the famous Vinicunca - better known as "Rainbow Mountain." In addition to the spectacular site of the colorful terrain, you'll also get fantastic views of Apu Au...](/en/go/rainbow-mountain-peru/famous-rainbow-mountain-with-chari-community) Embark on a journey through the heart of the Andes with experiences that blend the majesty of nature with the depth of cultural heritage. Trek through the [Ollantaytambo Pumamarca Alternative Inca Trail](/en/go/ollantaytambo-pumamarca-alternative-inca-trail), where the legacy of the Incas is etched into the landscape, or embrace the challenge of the iconic [Inca Trail to Machu Picchu](/en/go/inca-trail-to-machu-picchu), a path that leads to the ancient citadel through breathtaking scenery and historical wonders. For a vibrant splash of color, the [Rainbow Mountain hike](/en/go/famous-rainbow-mountain-with-chari-community) offers a tapestry of hues that dazzle under the Andean sun, while the [Andean Shepherds of the Quishuarani Community](/en/go/visit-the-andean-shepherds-of-the-quishuarani-community) experience invites you to immerse yourself in the daily rhythms of highland life. Combine adventure and artisanal tradition with the [Chari Weavers and Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain Hike](/en/go/rainbow-mountain-overnight-chari-weavers), or harmonize body and spirit with the [Lares Trek and Yoga Retreat to Machu Picchu](/en/go/lares-trek-to-machu-picchu-yoga-retreat). For those seeking a tailored experience, our in-country experts are ready to craft a [custom itinerary](/en/qa/peru/explore-cusco-and-sacred-valley-destination-all-types-time-in-nature-custom-itinerary) that resonates with your sense of adventure and discovery. 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