This 4-day tour will take you through the incredible Inca trails until the citadel of Machu Picchu
Highlights
*4-day tour Inca Trail to Machu Picchu in Cusco.
*Get to know one of the World's Heritage Sites.
*Visit Machu Picchu, one of the Seven Wonders of the World.
*Learn about local flora and fauna from professional guide.
*Admire unique landscapes and beautiful mountains.
Itinerary
Going up you will have views of Patallacta, an Inca building located at the bottom of the mountain. Walking for 2 hours along Cusichaca River, we will arrive to a beautiful spot to rest and enjoy a lunch.
The Inca Trail hike is a unique journey to the amazing citadel of Machu Picchu. We are going to walk along a path full of vegetation where we will able to appreciate trees such a cedar and laurel, and also we will admire more than 400 kinds of orchids and begonias. The Incas always respect the environment, creating trails made with stones and keeping the natural landscapes with their archaeological sites.
After the break, we will continue walking until our first camping in Wayllabamba. You will be able to admire the amazing Andean landscapes, as well as the majesty of Veronica Mountain. Distance traveled: 6.8 miles – Approximate time of walk: 5 to 6 hours.
The network of Inca trail crosses the Andean mountains, passing through the jungle and different highlands during the tour. We will have the opportunity to see the incredible mountains and the high peaks of Vilcabamba.
Later, after the ascent, we will set out on the descend to have lunch. After lunch, we will get our camping in Pacaymayo to spend the night. Distance traveled: 6.21 miles – Approximate time of walk: 6 to 7 hours.
During the Inca trail tour, we are going to be able to admire the national bird of Peru known as Andean Cock of the Rock a beautiful bird with spectacular colors, as well as other birds as hummingbirds. The wonder of the world Machu Picchu houses spectacled bears, pumas, Andean foxes, ferrets, Maltese cats, and reptiles such as snakes.
We will descend until we reach the ruins of Sayacmarka, to continue to Puyupatamarka, an awesome archaeological complex with a complete engineer water system. We will arrive to Wiñay Wayna, wich means “Forever Young”, considered one of the most beautiful ruins after Machu Picchu.
Our camping is located a within walking distance. Distance traveled: 9.9 miles – Approximate time of walk: 7 to 8 hours.
The Inca trail is a system of roads that connect the entire Inca Empire. It was built during the 15th century, and it links the coast with the Andean mountains. Also, it was served to transfer food, armies and officials. These amazing works were made during the government of Inca Pachacutec with the purpose to control the conquered territory.
After touring the area, you will have time to climb the Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu mountains (optional). We will back to the town of Aguas Calientes by bus, and then take the train towards Ollantaytambo. From there, we are going to travel to the city of Cusco to drop you off at the hotel. Distance traveled: 3.1 miles – Approximate time of walk: 3 to 4 hours.
included with
* Transfer by bus to km. 82 (trail head)
* Entrance Fee, Inca Trail and Machu Picchu
* A large tent, for each 2 persons
* Mattress, one per person
* Kitchen tent, dining tent, enough tables and chairs
* Daily morning boiled water and cold water to fill the bottles
* Emergency oxygen bottle and medical kit
* Transfer train station of Ollantaytambo to the hotel in Cusco
excluded by
* Breakfast on day 1
* Lunch at the last day
* Ticket entrance to Huayna Picchu and Machu Picchu Mountains
* Gratuities
* Sleeping bag
* Walking stick
* Travel insurance
Essential
Information
Non Refundable Tour
* We recommend to book Inca Trail with at least six month in advance, especially for high season (May to August)
* Inca Trails closes for maintenance every February
* ALL Traveler passport details are needed for the Machu Picchu Day Trip (Full Name, Number, Nationality and Birthdate). Please provide all traveler passport details in the additional request box, otherwise the tour is not confirmed
* Trains schedule could vary because of the season and availability
* Trains allow one small bag no more than 5 kilos on board
* If you want to climb the Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu mountains, it is important to request it when booking
* You should bring cap, Wool Hat, Wool Gloves, Waterproof Jacket / Rain Poncho, Comfortable Trek Footwear, Sunglasses and Sunscreen.
Restrictions
This activity is not recommended for children 12 and younger
You must be in good physical condition
