The classic four-day route of the Inca Trail, with the final destination of Machu Picchu, is considered one of the best treks in the world because of its exquisite beauty and natural environment.
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| TYPE OF SERVICE | Shared – Minimum 2 passengers | ||||
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Visited Areas: Ollantaytambo, The Archaeological Complex of Llactapata, Wayllabamba Valley, Llulluchapampa, Pacaymayo, Machu Picchu.
It includes:
-Transfer from hotel to the start of the trek Km. 82
-Entrance ticket to Inca Trail & Machu Picchu
-Personal tents. (with double floor), Sleeping bag
-Bus ticket of descent to Aguas Calientes (4th day)
-Return to Cusco:
-Aguas Calientes Station – Ollantaytambo Station in Expedition o Vistadome
*Expedition $1,118.00 per person
*Vistadome $1,182.00 per person
-Ollantaytambo Station – Cusco in bus
-An expert bilingual Guide (Spanish, English) with expert knowledge of the area and its customs. Consult additional for -other languages.
-Warm meals during the trip. Meal schedule is as follows: Breakfast, snack, lunch, tea, dinner.
-Camping equipment: two-person tents, kitchen, household, dining tent, bathroom tent, tables and benches.
-Support staff
-Mattress air thermosets
-Radio communications
-Oxygen
-First-aid kit
-Health care (filtered water, disinfection of dishes, etc.)
Minimum / Maximum:2 passengers / +. For 01 passenger upon request.
Operation:From March to January
SIB Departures:Monday, Wednesday and Friday.
Type of Service:Private or Regular
Duration 4D / 3N
Starting time: (it can vary) 06:00 hrs
Level of Difficulty: Moderate.
Restriction:
Prices does not include:
-Hotel or meals in Cusco
-Extra services not mentioned in the itinerary.
-Tips and extra expenses.
-Porters.
-Duffel bag.
Additional:
-Add supplement for trf. From or to Aranwa Sacred Valley and Hacienda del Valle
-If the passenger return on 5th day to Cusco and have the ticket train to Ollantaytambo Station or Poroy Station, you must consider additional transfers (Only SIB)
Inca Trail is closed on February.
Recommendations:
-A backpack with a change of clothes for the whole period of the trek.
-Rain gear (jacket and pants if available) or rain poncho (plastic ponchos can be purchased in Cusco).
-Strong footwear, waterproof trekking boots recommended.
-Sandals or jogging shoes for a higher comfort while at camp.
-Warm clothes, including jacket, fleeces. Thermal clothing is also recommended, especially for sleeping.
-Flashlight/headlamp and batteries.
-Camera, films and batteries (batteries consume more quickly under cold conditions).
-Hat or cap to protect you from the sun, rain and cold.
-Sun block.
-After-sun cream or hydrating cream for face and body.
-Insect repellent – minimum recommended 20% DEET – no malaria risk has been reported
-Handkerchiefs.
-Toilet paper.
-Snacks: biscuits, energy bars, chocolate, raw fruits, muesli, etc. Please note that we do provide a daily morning snack and our meal service is very complete and well supplied. This recommendation applies for all clients being used to a specific snack, as it may happen that it is not included in our selection.
-Water container and water for the first morning. Important notice: plastic water bottles are no longer allowed into the Inca Trail. Plastic water containers (ie. Nalgene) or metal ones are recommended.
-Optionally: water- sterilizing tablets in case you pick up water from streams or rivers along the route. Small towel
-Swimsuit (if you wish to go to the hot springs in Aguas Calientes).
-Supplement per simple tent Inca Trail: CUZCAMS
-Extra Porter (SIB) Max. 6 kg.
-Extra Porter Max. 12 kg.
-Supplement for sleeping bag
Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 1: CUSCO / HUAYLLABAMBA | INC (-/L/D)
Let the big adventure begin! After our hotel pick up we will go to Piscacucho (2,750 m/9,022 ft.), at Km. 82 on the tracks to enter the Inca Trail. Our trip will start with a slow pace walk to get used to the trail. We will be able to see the beautiful snowcapped mountain Veronica and we’ll get to a natural viewpoint from where we will see the archaeological site of Llaqtapata. Our first campsite will take place at Huayllabamba (3,000 m /9,842 ft.)
*Distance from km 82 to Huayllabamba: 11km.
*Trekking: 6 – 6.30 hrs.
*Maximum altitude reached: 3,000 m. / 9,842 ft.
Day 2: HUAYLLABAMBA / PACAYMAYO | INC (B/L/D)
The most intense day of the Inca Trail is here so make sure to bring some extra sugary sweets in your pocket for extra energy. We will walk through the Valley of Huayllabamba while we observe the ecological changes of going from the highlands to the plateau. In Yunca Chimpa we start the ascent to Llulluchapampa (3,750 mt. / 12,303 ft.). While we enjoy a refreshing snack, the Huayanay Valley is in front of us, and the challenge of the day: the defiant Warmiwañusca mountain pass (4,200 mt. / 13,779 ft.), also known as “Dead Woman” mountain pass. If we are lucky we´ll get to see the beautiful hummingbirds and sparrows that live in the area. Finally it is time to descend to our campsite in Pacaymayo (3,600 mt. / 11,811 ft.) for lunch and rest after this challenging day.
*Distance from Huayllabamba to Pacaymayo: 10km.
*Trekking: 7 – 7.30 hrs.
*Maximum altitude reached: 4,200 m. / 13,779 ft.
Day 3: PACAYMAYO / WIÑAYWAYNA | INC (B/L/D)
A day filled with archaeological sites in our trail, the longest but also the most impressive and least difficult day. We will ascend to the Runcuracay mountain pass (3,860 mt. / 12,664 ft.) to see the archaeological complex of the same name to later continue to the Sayacmarca Inca fortress (3,580 mt. / 11,745 ft.). After lunch, it’s time to cross the Phuyupatamarca Mountain pass (3,700 mt. / 12,139 ft.). In this area we will see the best preserved Inca complex in all the Inca Trail, whose name in English translates to “over the clouds”. After a well-deserved rest, we will continue to Wiñaywayna (2,650 mt. / 8,694 ft.), an impressive Inca complex with numerous agricultural terraces and religious and urban areas. This will be end of the day for us; we will set camp and enjoy our farewell dinner.
*Distance from Pacaymayo to Wiñay Wayna: 12.5km.
*Trekking: 7 – 8 hrs.
*Maximum altitude reached: 3,860 m. / 12,664 ft.
Day 4: WIÑAYWAYNA / MACHU PICCHU / CUSCO | INC (B/-/-)
We are getting closer to our main objective. We’ll get up at dawn to ascend through a narrow way of steps until we get to Intipunku or the Door of the Sun (2,720 mt. / 8,923 ft.) and get a first glance of Machu Picchu (2,450 mt. / 8,038 ft.) at sunrise, a memorable experience to capture in pictures. We will then go down for a guided tour of the fortress and the opportunity to learn and see everything there is to see of one of the Seven Wonders of the World. At the arranged time, we will return to Cusco.
*Distance from Wiñay Wayna to Machu Picchu: 5 km.
*Trekking: 2.30 – 3 hrs.
*Maximum altitude reached: 2,720 m. / 8,923 ft.
