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Day 01: CUSCO TO WAYLLABAMBA

Distance: 12 Kilometers / 7.5 Miles

We´ll pick you up from your hotel in Cusco at 6am approximately to start this exciting 4 day machu picchu tour; then we´ll drive through the Sacred Valley to the community of Piscaycucho (Railroad K82 – 2700m/8856ft), where the security check is located, you need to show your Passport to the authorities and after this you will be ready to begin the Inca Trail.
Following the trail along the left-hand shore of the Urubamba River, we´ll enjoy stunning views of the snow-capped mountain Veronica (5830m.) and some archeological sites along the way such way stations, observation towers, the Inca city of Llactapata; after that a nice spot for lunch.
Finally a progressive climb through forest to our first base camp at Wayllabamba (3000m./9840ft.).

Meals provided: Snacks, lunch, tea time and Dinner.
Hiking time: 5-6 hours approx.

Day 02: WAYLLABAMBA TO PACAYMAYO

Distance: 11 Kilometers / 6.8 Miles

Our team will wake you up with a nice and warm cup of tea and after breakfast we´ll be begin the climb which is around 5 hours in average to the highest point called the “Abra de la Mujer Muerta” (Dead Woman Pass) (4200m/13776ft), going through Andean cloud forest and highland puna, during our ascent, we´ll appreciate the wide variety of plants, flowers, and bird species supported by this unique eco-climate.
Once we reach the pass, our challenge will be rewarded by an astonishing panoramic view of the Vilcanota and Vilcabamba mountain ranges.
Thenceforth, we´ll descend into the Valley of Pacaymayo river and there we´ll set up our second base camp.
Meals provided: Breakfast, Snacks, lunch, tea time and Dinner.

Hiking time: 6-7 hours approx.

Day 03: PACAYMAYO TO WINAY WAYNA

Distance: 16 Kilometers / 10 Miles

This would be a unique day where, after the 2 hours climb up to the second pass (3,900 mts, 12,600 ft) and later with gradual climbs of some ups and downs, we´ll follow ancient stone paths and steps to the well-preserved Inca remains of Runkurakay, Sayacmarca, and Phuyupatamarca.
Along with our visit to the sites, we´ll appreciate the Incas’ complex architectural style and reverence of natural geography and beauty.
Heading down the sub-tropical forest until we will reach one of the most beautiful Inca ruins of Wiñay Wayna, (another pilgrimage site) where we´ll camp for the 3rd night.

Meals provided: Breakfast, snacks,Lunch, tea time and Dinner.
Time Approximate walking time: 8-9 hours approx.

Day 04: WINAY WAYNA TO MACHU PICCHU

Distance: 5 Kilometers / 3 Miles

Early in the morning, we´ll depart saying goodbye to our Cookers and porters, and later on we´ll go through some progressive and small ups and downs through the highland jungle to our destination:
Intupunku, or the Sun Gate to Machu Picchu.
There we catch our first breathtaking view of this historical wonder.
We´ll then have the day to learn about and explore the main complex of the Machu Picchu Sanctuary before taking the train back to Cusco in the afternoon.

Meals provided: Breakfast, Snacks
Approximate walking time: 2 ½ hours

NOTE: You must bring the SAME PASSPORT that you used for the booking of this trek.

fixed departures: Every tuesday, thursday and saturdays.

WE HIGHLY RECOMMEND TO MAKE THE RESERVATIONS AT LEAST 3-6 MONTHS IN ADVANCE; PERMITS ARE LIMITED TO ONLY 400 PEOPLE PER DAY (INCLUDING PORTERS) AND ARE SOLD OUT QUICKLY.

Incuded:

• Comfortable and spacy tents that are for 4 people but we place 2.
• 7 kilos of your personal stuff to be carried by our porters
• Hotel transfers and private bus to trailhead
• Entrance fees for Inca Trail and Machu Picchu
• High quality double-occupancy tents and camping equipment
• Sleeping foam mattress (optional to hire Therma-rest inflatable matrasse)
• Hot water in the morning for washing
• Drinking water throughout the trek
• Dining tent, kitchen tent, and portable toilet tent.
• Oxygen bottle and first aid kit equipped for wilderness trekking
• Professional, English-speaking guide and camp staff
• Porters to carry camping equipment (passengers must carry their own bags with pooled service)
• Plentiful, nutritious meals (Vegetarian option available) 03B, 03L, 03D
• Bus ticket from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes
• Train ticket back to Cusco, Expedition class
• Transfer from Poroy train station to hotel (pooled service Cusco train station to hotel)

Not included:

• Sleeping bag
• Breakfast on the first morning
• Tips for guide and camp staff
• Sleeping Bag: $20
• Inflatable Air Matt therma-rest: $20
• Walking Sticks (Pair): $15
• Travel insurance
• Tips to the staff
• Extra expenses due to injury or accidents, nor for strikes or unexpected natural disasters that interrupt the development of the trip.

US$980.00 Adults small groups max 08 people. 2025

US$ 945.00 Students with a valid ISIC card, and young boys under 18 years old.

PRIVATE SERVICE: Machu Picchu Hike Cost

• 2 people US$1,240 per person
• 3 people US$1,155 per person
• 4 people US$1,095 per person
• 5 people US$995 per person
• 6 people US$965 per person
• 7-8 people US$945 per person

NOTE: In private service we include a porter to carry up to 7 kilograms of your personal belongings, the half of the trip.

WE HIGHLY RECOMMEND TO MAKE THE RESERVATIONS AT LEAST 3-6 MONTHS IN ADVANCE; PERMITS ARE LIMITED TO ONLY 400 PEOPLE PER DAY (INCLUDING PORTERS) AND ARE SOLD OUT QUICKLY.
Departures: Every Monday, Wednesday, Friday & Sunday

What you should bring:

• Passport, the same Passport number that you used for booking this trip
• ISIC card (Students)
• Backpack or duffle bag
• Sleeping bag
• Warm clothing/thermals
• Insect repellent
• Trekking shoes/wool socks
• Water bottle
• Rain gear  (Nov-Mar)
• Day pack
• Sunscreen and hat
• Personal medical kit
• Flashlight
• Light and warm clothing

About tiping:

Of course tipping is a voluntary action according to the performance of our staff, however here is an idea about the average money to tip in this hike:

• INCA TRAIL Tour guide…$5.00 – $10.00 each. per day
• INCA TRAIL Porters…$3.00 – $5.00 each per day (1-2 porters per person)
• INCA TRAIL Cook…$4.00- $7.00 each. per day

Day 1 – Km 82 Piscacucho to Llactapata,

Early morning we will drive from Cusco to the trailhead at Piscacucho (km 82). Here you meet the porters and cooks that will support you on the five days Inca Trail to Machu Picchu.

Here we will begin the trek along the Urubamba river seeing along the way some archeological sites with spectacular views of the snowcapped mountains till we get to the Inca city Llactapata where we have lunch and in the afternoon a visit to the Inca city.

With the crowds now long gone, you hike an undulating trail above the Urubamba River to camp beside the spectacular ruins of Llactapata (2,788m / 9,146ft).

Your luggage is carried by the porters, your tents are put up for you and your food is prepared for you. All you have to do is shoulder your daypack and enjoy the walking.

Included: lunch, dinner,

Day 2 – Llactapata to Llulluchapampa,

After a hearty breakfast, you climb gently up the Cusichaca valley to the small hamlet of Huayllabamba.

This is the last inhabited place on the trail.

A little steeper now, you head up the beautiful Inca path, past hummingbirds and stunted cloud forest to your camp at Llulluchapampa (3,680m / 12,073ft).

This beautiful grassy area has outstanding views and you may even see the Andean deer that come to feed here.

Included: breakfast, lunch, dinner,

Day 3 – Llulluchapampa to Phuyupatamarca.

Today is the most challenging day but also the most exhilarating.

You climb to Dead Woman’s Pass (4,212m / 13,819ft) the high point of the trail before dropping into the Pacasmayo valley.

Climbing once more you pass the Inca control post of Runkuracay to the second pass of the day (3,998m / 13,117ft).

On a clear day there are spectacular views towards Pumahuanca Mountain in the Vilcabamba range.

You continue on well preserved Inca trail to Sayacmarca.

Located at the junction of two old Inca roads, historians still argue over its exact purpose.

A few more gentle ups and downs and you arrive at your stunning campsite for the night, Phuyupatamarca, or ‘the place above the clouds’ (3,650m / 11,975ft).

Included: breakfast, lunch, dinner,

Day 4 -Phuyupatamarca to Machu Picchu

This is the day you finally reach Machu Picchu.

As you step out of your tent the views are stunning.

Perhaps you will see the sun rising over the snow-capped mountains of Salkantay (6,200m / 20,341ft) and Veronica (5,800m / 19,029ft).

Or perhaps you will have an investment, with clouds filling the valleys beneath you.

After saying a fond farewell to your porters it is time to put on your boots and head to Machu Picchu.

You descend beautiful Inca stairway through cloud forest to Wiñayhuayna, a vast set of Inca terraces full of swallows and orchids.

A final contouring walk and you arrive at Inti Punku, the gateway of the Sun. As you step through the old stone gate-way, Machu Picchu appears, laid out before your eyes.

Stop here and enjoy the view before heading to take the twenty-minute bus ride to Machu Picchu Pueblo and a well-deserved hotel and shower.

Included: breakfast, lunch, bus ticket, hotel

Day 5- Explore Machu Picchu and return to Cusco

Now more relaxed after your hotel night, you will arrive early, allowing you to explore the ruins in the company of your guide, the pinnacle of Inca engineering Machu Picchu!

The guided tour takes around two hours leaving you a few hours free to wander and explore more of the Inca city by yourself.

For those who want to explore more, take a shorter trail to visit the Inca Bridge which once spanned a sheer cliff face.

Later you will take the bus down to Machu Picchu Pueblo and board your train back along the Urubamba River.

For this train ride, the scenery is beautiful going through the jungle and later go through the highlands along the Urubamba river.

Included: breakfast, bus ticket, Machu Picchu entrance, train ticket, transfer

Included:

• Collection from your hotel in the morning and transfer in private transport to km.82 (starting point of the trail)
• Inca Trail and Machupicchu entrance fee (days 1-4) + Machupicchu entrance fee (day 5)
• Personal tents: 2 people in each 4-people-capacity tent, to allow for higher comfort and a safe keeping of backpacks. Our tents are 3-season, highly maintained to ensure an excellent pe

Price 2025:

• 2 people USD$1,385 per person
• 3 people USD$ 1,310 per person
• 4 people USD$ 1,250 per person
• 5 people USD$ 1,180 per person
• 6 + people USD$ 1,060 per person

Include 3 stars hotel “Intipunku” or “President” or similar for the 4th night. optional Hotel upgrading under request.

• Appropiate clothing along the Inca Trail
• Hiking pants and T-shirts are commonly used during the day, complemented by sweaters, fleeces and waterproof jackets. It is very convenient to have light raingear available in the daypack (rain poncho or jacket and/or rain pants) as the weather changes easily and rains can suddenly occur. At night, warm clothing is required, down jackets can be useful, otherwise a fleece and a jacket. During the fourth day (if sunny) and in Machupicchu, convertible hiking pants are useful, and can be switched into shorts if necessary. Machupicchu has a warm climate, getting only cold at night. The rest of the necessary implements are included in the “What we recommend that you bring” list.

What we recommend that you bring:

• 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
• Non-disposable canteen (Nalgene type) and water for the first morning. Optionally: water -sterilizing tablets in case you pick up water from streams or rivers along the route. Otherwise, we provide filtered boiled water, which is safe to drink and has not reported any health problem so far
• Small towel
• Swimsuit (if you wish to go to the hot springs in Aguas Calientes Machu Picchu town)
• Cash in soles and/or US$
• Original Passport, YOU NEED TO BRING THE SAME PASSPORT THAT YOU USED FOR BOOKING THIS TREK. (plus the new one in case it has expired)
• Original International Student Identity Card (in case you have applied for a student discount)
• Optional: walking sticks or poles (rubber covers required in order not to damage the Inca Trail)

DAY 1: CUSCO – LARES

Early in the morning we start our private tour, our driver and tour guide will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco and take you to the sacred valley that will take around 4 hours, where on the way we will stop at Taray look-out to observe to Sacred Valley of the Incas and the Urubamba River (Vilcanota), then driving along the valley we will pass towns of  Pisac and Calca.
We will see the locals in traditional dress, in particular, the variety of each community.
And finally we will reach Lares town, where we meet our cook, and then we leave our luggage and camping equipment, to start with our hike towards Choquecancha, an Inca archaeological site, with great views of the different valleys around, after that visit, we will return to Lares town.
Then later in the evening, you have the chance to enjoy the hot springs. dinner is included in our dinner tent. overnight in Lares.

• Land transport:Cusco – Lares 4hrs
• Walking distance:12 Km / 7.5 miles
• Estimated walkingTime: 4 – 5 hours
• Maximum Altitude:3800m/12465ft
• Accommodation:Camping tents

DAY 2: LARES – HUACAHUACASI – IPSAYQOCHA

In this Package trip and after a delicious breakfast we will meet our porter’s mule drivers (arrieros), who will be in charge of our camping equipment.
Around 8 am we start our trek, first going uphill until we ran the village Huacahuasi community (3600m/11810ft) generally covered by clouds.
This remote community still keeps the Andean traditions, as the offering to mother earth, the lifestyle, where local people produce one of the finest textiles of Peru.
We will have the chance to visit a country house to know its people, their brilliant skills, and techniques regarding weaving. Lunch included during the trek.
Then we hike uphill for about 3hrs, toward the pass Ipsay (4450m/14596ft) which offers spectacular views of the snowy mountain Veronica (5750m/18860ft).
Walking across Andean communities and high plains (pampas) we will see herds of grazing llamas and alpacas.
We follow this path in direction to Ipsayqocha, just 1-hour walk to reach Ipsayqocha Lake, where we will camp next to the lake.
Overnight at Ipsayqocha.

• Walking distance:15 km / 9.3 miles
• Estimated walking time:7 – 8 hours
• Maximum altitude:4450m/14596ft
• Accommodation:Camping tents

DAY 3: IPSAYQOCHA – HUILLOC – Pumamarca pre-Inca ruins, OLLANTAYTAMBO – AGUAS CALIENTES

Breakfast included in tents.
We continue our 2hrs hike, following a downhill trail, towards a wide valley (Patacancha).
Then descending into the valley we arrive at the community of Huilloc, this is a well-preserved authentic Andean community that still preserves the ancient traditions.
Lunch at Huilloc community.
After lunch, you will say goodbye to our staff (cook, porters).
Finally, we will visit Pumamarka, a hike of 2hrs, with impressive farming terraces formerly used at Incan times (potatoes, quinoa, barley and much more crops).
Our private transportation which will take us towards Ollantaytambo village which is considered one of the most important living museums, where you can appreciate the archaeological remains from Inca period.
We take our train from Ollantaytambo station to Aguas Calientes town (or also called Machu Picchu Pueblo).
Arrival in Aguas Calientes, welcome by our representative, then you will be transferred to your hotel. Dinner in Aguas Calientes.
Overnight at Aguas Calientes.
This is one of the best Peru Adventure Tour that you will find.

• Walking distance:12km / 7.5 miles
• Estimated walking time:5 – 6 hours
• Maximum Altitude:3800m/12,467ft
• Accommodation:Hotel 3*** – Aguas Calientes village

DAY 4: AGUAS CALIENTES – MACHUPICCHU – CUSCO

Breakfast included at Hotel.
Early in the morning together with your tour will a shuttle bus to Machu Picchu Inca city, (25 minutes’ drive in a winding road) a complete tour in the great Inca citadel to visit be explained about those temples, palaces, priest houses, a sundial, the industrial sector and the farming fields etc.
Then you will have extra time to visit the site on your own.
Optional if you have booked Huaynapicchu Mountain (2720m/8920ft) which is a good choice for the ones who want to explore more this area, which takes 2:30hours round trip from the checkpoint, (extra cost of ticket US$12 and pre-booked in advance).
As is only permitted for max 400 people per day to climb that mountain, there are more options as hiking to Sun Gate 2:30hours round trip, or to the Inca Bridge which is 1:30hour round trip.
Once you had finished exploring Machupicchu and surroundings, you may go back to the buses and head down to Aguas Calientes to enjoy lunch in some restaurants.
Then you will take the train back from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo and finally transfer by tourist bus from Ollantaytambo station to your hotel in Cusco.

Walking distance: 5 km / 3.1 miles

Estimated walking time: 7-8 hours

Maximum altitude: 2720m/8920ft

Cusco city Elevation: 3300m / 11,200ft

Included:

• Transportation to and from: Hotel – Lares Hot Springs / Poroy train station – Hotel
• Transportation: Willoq – Ollantaytambo (3rd day)
• Guide: Professional English and Spanish speaking guide; 2 guides for groups over 12 people
• Cook: In charge of meal preparation
• Horsemen and horses: Carry tents, cooking equipment and also carry backpacks, sleeping bags and mattresses (Max. 7 kg / 14 lbs per person)
• Emergency Horse: Just in case someone needs help
• Bus ticket: Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Aguas Calientes (4th day)
• Ticket: Machu Picchu
• Hotel: Double accommodation in Aguas Calientes (3rd night)
• Expedition  Train Service: Ollantaytambo – Machu Picchu – Ollantaytambo/Cusco
• Meals: 3 Breakfasts/4 Lunches/3 Dinners/3 snacks and afternoon tea
• Equipment: tents (2 people in each, 3-person-capacity), Foam sleeping pad, dinner tent, special biodegradable bathroom tent, kitchen tent, tables and chairs, table settings, first aid kit, including emergency oxygen bottle

Not included:

• Lunch for last day
• Sleeping Bag: $25
• Inflatable Air Matt: $20
• Walking Sticks (Pair): $20

Extras:

• US$ 25 Single tent accommodation

• Group service 2024 = $750 per person
• Private service:
• 2 people US$ 935 per person
• 3 people US$ 875 per person
• 4 people US$ 855 per person
• 5 people US$ 835 per person
• 6 people US$ 825 per person
• 7 people US$ 815 per person
• 8+ people US$ 695 per person

Important: Prices Include mules to carry up to 7 kilos of your personal belongings.

What we recommend that you bring:

• 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. Gloves,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
• Non-disposable canteen (Nalgene type) and water for the first morning. Optionally: water -sterilizing tablets in case you pick up water from streams or rivers along the route. Otherwise, we provide filtered boiled water, which is safe to drink and has not reported any health problem so far
• Small towel
• Swimsuit (if you wish to go to the hot springs in Aguas Calientes Machu Picchu town)
• Cash in soles and/or US$
• Original Passport, YOU NEED TO BRING THE SAME PASSPORT THAT YOU USED FOR BOOKING THIS TREK. (plus the new one in case it has expired)
• Original International Student Identity Card (in case you have applied for a student discount)
• Optional: walking sticks or poles (rubber covers required in order not to damage the Inca Trail)

Day 1: Cusco, Soraypampa to Soyroccocha lake

We leave Cusco very early in the morning in a private transportation.
Start a scenic morning ride to Mollepata which is a small chanting village for a break,
later a drive to our starting point Soraypampa (3,850mts), where we meet our wrangler and mules,
from there we´ll hike uphill for 1 hour to the most beautiful lake Humantay, after that climb, we get back to Soraypampa for lunch, after this break from there we will begin with a hike up ( 3hours arox.)
A gentle slope with fine views of the southern face of the Salkantay massif (6271 meters / 20,568 feet), dominating the skyline directly in front of us.
After about an hour the ascent will become steeper, as the trail takes us up rapidly to Lake Soyrococha which is our 1st campsite ((4,350 mts), right in front of the impressive glacier of Salkantay (6,264mts/ 20,560 ft) ).
This will be the only one cold night, so bring very warm clothes.

Trekking distance: 6 kilometers / 3.12 miles
Altitudes: Soraypampa: 3864 meters / 12,677 feet; Soyrococha 4485 meters / 14,714 feet
Meals: Lunch, dinner

MealsL, D

Day 2: Soyroccocha to Collpapampa

We depart early after breakfast and start a 3 hours hike up to the very top, which brings us up to the Salkantay Mountain Pass (4,670m/14,942ft) where, besides enjoying stunning views of the surrounding glaciers and the snow-capped peaks of the Vilcabamba Range with the south face of Salkantay towering above us, we may also observe chinchillas and condors in their natural habitat.
From this point, we start descending towards a more tropical climate and into the so-called cloud forest.
Along though easy descent along the Salkantay River, brings us late afternoon to our second camp at Qollpapampa (2890m/9479ft).

Trekking distance: 15 kilometers / 9.56 miles
Altitudes: Soyrococha 4485 meters / 14,714 feet; Salkantay Pass 4622 meters / 15,164 feet. Colpapampa: 2831 meters / 9288 feet
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 3: Collpapampa to Lucmabamba

This day’s hiking will take us down from the high Andes into a cloud forest environment.
Less than an hour after leaving camp in the morning we will find ourselves amid tropical vegetation, with temperatures much higher than those experienced on the first day.
These forests are the habitat of many species of orchids and a number of endemic bird species, including hummingbirds.
After lunch we will continue through areas of fruit and coffee plantations as far as Lucmabamba, further down the valley, where we will make our next camp at Lucmabamba by 2-3pm, there is a chance to get to the Hot Springs which optional, you have to deal with the tour guide to organizing a private transportation.

Trekking distance: 16 kilometers / 9.94 miles
Altitudes: Colpapampa: 2831meters / 9288feet Lucmabamba 1947meters / 6387feet
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 4: Lucmabamba / Llactapata / Aguas calientes

This day we´ll hike over an original Incan paved road, after a 3 hours uphill with extraordinary scenery we will arrive at Llactapata Inca archeological site,to enjoy the outstanding views first view of Machu Picchu from an exclusive angle , our tour guide will escort the group on a tour of the extensive Llactapata archaeological site, explaining its relevance as one of the series of settlements built by the Incas in a strategic location.
We will descend further for about 2 hours into the valley to the hydroelectric station where we´ll have lunch, venturing deeper into the cloud forest environment that is home to abundant wildlife, and passing through the plantations and smallholdings of local farmers.
From here we will have the last hike of 3 hours through the jungle (level ground along the railway)to the town of Aguas Calientes located below the ruins of Machu Picchu.

OPTION.  a 40 minutes train ride through jungle from hydroelectric  to Machupicchu town  $35 in this afternoon instead of hiking the last 16 km.

Trekking distance: 13.2 kilometers / 8.35 miles (7.7km /4.78m. uphill)
Altitudes: Lucmabamba 2060 meters / 6758 feet. Llactapata Pass 2705 meters / 8874 feet; Llactapata ruins 2588 meters / 8490 feet; Hydroelectric station 1782 meters / 5846 feet; Aguas Calientes 2020 meters / 6627 feet
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 5: Aguas Calientes / Machupicchu to Cusco

We wake up early and board a bus to Machupicchu where we begin a complete guided tour of the Inca citadel that will take approximately two hours.
You will then have free time to walk around, or the option to climb up the Huaynapicchu Mountain, where one can experience spectacular views of all of Machupicchu, the valleys and mountains that surround it (please note that there are only 400 visitors allowed per day), impressive Inca Bridge.
In the afternoon, we meet in the town of Aguas Calientes where, if you like, you can visit and relax in its hot springs.
From here we take the train back to the city of Cusco, where we arrive after nightfall.

Included:

• Private transportation to head of trail Challakancha-Soraypampa.
• Professional, English-speaking guide and camp staff
• Plentiful, nutritious meals and snacks (Vegetarian option available)
• Drinking water throughout trek / Hot water for washing in the morning
• extra horse with saddle for anybody who feels tired or with any problem.
• Double-occupancy tents and camping equipment (includes dining tent, kitchen tent, and latrine tent)
• Pack animals to carry camping gear and food
• 7 kilos of your personal luggage to be carried by our mules.
• Overnight hotel stay in Aguas Calientes (3-star)
• Entrance fee to Machu Picchu
• Officially-guided tour of Machu Picchu
• Bus shuttle to and from Machu Picchu
• Backpacker train ticket back to Cusco
• Transfer from Ollantaytambo to hotel in Cusco
• Licensed tour guide, Entrance Tickets, Transportation.

Not included:

• Breakfast on the 1st day; and Lunch for last day.
• Train from hydroelectric to Machu Picchu
• Tips
• Sleeping Bag: $20
• Inflatable Air Matt therma-rest: $20
• Walking Sticks (Pair): $15

• $795 group service minimum 6 people, include extra horse with saddle
• ,  Group service small groups, max 08 people-2024
• PRIVATE SERVICE:
• 2 people US$ 985 per person
• 3 people US$ 945 per person
• 4 people US$ 897 per person
• 5 people US$ 845 per person
• 6 people US$ 805 per person
• 7 -8people US$ 795 per person

Important: Prices includes up to 7 kilos of your personal belongings to be carried by the mules.

• Appropiate clothing along the Salkantay trek to Machu Picchu.
• Hiking pants and T-shirts are commonly used during the day, complemented by sweaters, fleeces and waterproof jackets.
• It is very convenient to have light raingear available in the daypack (rain poncho or jacket and/or rain pants) as the weather changes easily and rains can suddenly occur. At night, warm clothing is required, down jackets can be useful, otherwise a fleece and a jacket. During the fourth day (if sunny) and in Machupicchu, convertible hiking pants are useful, and can be switched into shorts if necessary.
• Machupicchu has a warm climate, getting only cold at night.
• The rest of necessary implements are included in the “What we recommend that you bring” list.

What we recommend that you bring:

• A backpack with a change of clothes for the whole period of the trek
• Original Passport, YOU NEED TO BRING THE SAME PASSPORT THAT YOU USED FOR BOOKING THIS TREK. (plus the new one in case it has expired)
• Original International Student Identity Card (in case you have applied for a student discount)
• 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. Gloves,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
• Non-disposable canteen (Nalgene type) and water for the first morning. Optionally: water -sterilizing tablets in case you pick up water from streams or rivers along the route. Otherwise, we provide filtered boiled water, which is safe to drink and has not reported any health problem so far
• Small towel
• Swimsuit (if you wish to go to the hot springs in Aguas Calientes Machu Picchu town)
• Cash in soles and/or US$
• Optional: walking sticks or poles (rubber covers required in order not to damage the Inca Trail)

Day 1: Cusco – Capuliyoc – Chiquisca

We will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco at 4 a.m.
You will ride our private van with your tour guide and drive about three hours until you get to the trailhead, called Capuliyoc (3,200 m).
You will meet your horses and horsemen. Your trekking chef will provide the first breakfast and your trekking guide will introduce the team.
The views of the snow-capped mountains are beautiful.
After a group photo, you will start the amazing expedition to Choquekirao.
It will be a three hour, downhill hike with a few stops, as needed until you arrive at your first lunch spot.
The trail can be dusty and slippery, but with good trekking shoes and trekking poles, you won’t have a problem.
There will be spectacular views of the Apurimac river, landscapes and beautiful flora and fauna.
After lunch, you will hike another two hours till you get to Chikiska campsite. which is near the bottom of a valley, (2,000 mts).

Day 2: Chiquisca – Marampata

After an early breakfast, you will get ready for the day.
You will begin the day by crossing the river with a new brand bridge, and then it will be four hours uphill, with zigzags.
Along the way, you will pass by some sugar cane farms, more great views of the valley from the opposite hill, possibly some condors above and beautiful flora and fauna.
This climb is one of the most challenging parts of the Choquekiraw Trek, so we will have an emergency horse in case you get tired, and want a ride.
Once you arrive at Marampata, you will be done with the uphill portion.
You will have time to enjoy your lunch at 3,350 m high.
After lunch, you can take a nap, Here you will have amazing views from the summit to the canyon of Apurimac.
You will also be able to see Choquekiraw in a short distance, orchids, among other flowers and birds and if lucky probably the spectacled bear.
Upon your arrival to the campsite, our porters will set you up in your tents.
This campsite is amazing because it will be close to the Inca site.

Walking Distance: 16 km /9.16 m
Weather: Hot
Meals Included: Breakfast, snacks, lunch, happy hour and dinner

Day 3: Exploring Choquequirao

After an early breakfast, you will prepare for the most amazing day, first 1-hour hike to get to the Inca fortress and citadel and explore Choquequirao. you’ll then begin your history lesson and tour of this impressive Inca site.

Choquekiraw is considered to be bigger than Machu Picchu, although most of it is still hidden in the forest.
This Inca site is extremely spread out because the Incas had to study which areas of the mountain to construct several buildings, terraces, and houses on.
The most impressive parts of this site are the temples, astronomical observatories, and water channels.
After touring around for about four hours, you will head back to camp for lunch and a rest.
You will have more time afterward to continue exploring the site with our expert tour guides.
You will get to explore amazing areas of the site, like the llama area, for example, which is a steep, downhill, 30-minute walk where you will see narrow farming terraces.
All of the llama depictions were built out of white stones, into the wall, they were sacred animals to the Incas.
You will also get to visit the Usno area (a large flat platform area), where you will enjoy the sunset over the mountains.
Following, you will walk back to your campsite for the second night at Marampata.

Weather: Hot and humid
Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch, happy hour and dinner

Day 4: Choquequirao – Marampata – La Playa – Chiquisca

After another early breakfast, we will prepare for our journey back to Cusco.
It will be two hours back to Marmpata. You will see views of the canyon of Apurimac along the way.
The tour guide will point out the beautiful flora and fauna you might have missed on your way to the Inca site.
You will see impressive waterfalls in the distance, as well as the clouds lifting from the bottom of the canyon.
Also, if the weather is nice, you will get to enjoy the amazing landscapes of the Andes.
From Marampata, you will begin the four hours, steep, downhill hike to La Playa.
This portion requires trekking poles.
Halfway down, you will have a break to enjoy some fruit farmed in the area. Cactus fruit are the main attraction.
Finally, you will reach La Playa for lunch.
Following, it will be another two hours, uphill to Chikiska Camp, which is in the backyard of a family’s home.
You may also see some black bears, condors, hummingbirds and more.

Trekking Distance: 18 km /11.32 m
Weather: Hot
Meals Included: Breakfast, snacks, lunch, happy hour and dinner

Day 5: Chiquisca – Capuliyoc – Cusco

After an early breakfast, you will get ready to return to Cusco.
It will be a four hour, uphill hike until you arrive at the end of the trek, where you will enjoy your last lunch with your tour guide, porters, and horsemen.
You will say goodbye to your team and then continue with your tour guide to Cusco, for about three more hours by car.
You will get to pass Curahuasi, where the famous Anis (local tea) is farmed.
You will arrive in Cusco around 4 p.m.
We will drop you off at your hotel.

Walking Distance: 8 km /4.17 m
Weather: Hot
Meals Included: Breakfast, snacks and lunch

Included:

• A briefing at your hotel (6 p.m.) the night before you depart
• Pick up from your hotel and private van transportation to the trail head
• Professional English speaking tour guide
• Professional trekking chef
• Porters, horsemen
• Horses to carry the camping equipment, food, and your personal belongings (up to 7 kg)
• Meals, breakfast, snacks, happy hours, dinner
• Camping equipment, sleeping tents, foam mats, dining tents, kitchen tents, chairs, dishes and more
• Entrance fee to Choquekiraw
• First-aid kit
• Private, portable toilets
• Drinking water three times a day
• Emergency horse to ride in case you feel tired
• Taxes included

Not Included:

• Sleeping bag (rentals available from Scenic Peru)
• Walking sticks (rentals available from Scenic Peru)
• Tips to staff

• • 2 people    US$ 975 per person
  • 3 people    US$ 875 per person
  • 4 people    US$ 775 per person
  • 5 people    US$ 685 per person
  • 6 people    US$ 645 per person
  • 7 +people    US$ 615 per person

  Optional Extras:
  
  Sleeping Bag US$30
  Walking Pole US$8
  Inflatable Mattress US$25
  Single Tent Supplement US$30

Includes: Mules to carry cooking and camping equipment and 7kg of your personal items,ALSO, AN EXTRA HORSE with saddle for any tourist who are tired or have difficulty during the trip.

What we recommend that you bring:

• 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. Gloves,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
• Non-disposable canteen (Nalgene type) and water for the first morning. Optionally: water -sterilizing tablets in case you pick up water from streams or rivers along the route. Otherwise, we provide filtered boiled water, which is safe to drink and has not reported any health problem so far
• Small towel
• Cash in soles and/or US$
• Original Passport, YOU NEED TO BRING THE SAME PASSPORT THAT YOU USED FOR BOOKING THIS TREK. (plus the new one in case it has expired)
• Original International Student Identity Card (in case you have applied for a student discount)

1t day

Arrival in the morning at Cusco airport, where our representative will assit you there and transfer to your hotel.

In the afternoon the Cusco city and ruins: Sacsayhuaman fortress, the cathedral of Cusco, Koricancha sun temple, Qenqo and Puca pucara ruins, from 1.30 to 6pm

2nd day

The sacred valley to visit Pisac ruins, after Pisac artisan market, later  drive through the Urubamba valley, after lunch the visit to Ollantaytambo fortress. later a train to Machu picchu town for a hotel there. (B)

3rd  day

Early in the morning your guide will take you for the tour of  Machu Picchu, then later in the afternoon the train back to Cusco. (B)

4th day

A free day to explore Cusco by yourself, with chance to visit some good museums (we provide you those tickets for some specif museums) also you can visit the main food market “San pedro” or a visit to the artist distric “San Blas” etc. (B)

OPTIONS: today which is free, we can fix you a half day tour Moray/Salt mines, or to the rainbow mountain although you´d have to start at 4.30am and back in Cusco 5-6pm. (at extra cost)

Hotel in Cusco.

5th day

pick up from your hotel to be transferred to Cusco airport for your flight to Lima or to an extension to Lake Titicaca or to the Amazon tour etc.(B)

OPTION: To connect a tour of Lake Titicaca, or the Amazon jungle Tambopata tour.

Includes:

• 4 Nights’ accommodation at a selected hotel in Cusco,
• In and out transfers
• All applicable taxes
• Bilingual guided tours (english / spanish)
• Entrance fees for the excursions mentioned above
• Lunch at the Sacred Valley and Aguas Calientes, other meals as indicated in the itinerary
• Train tickets Cusco – Aguas Calientes – Cusco
• Bus tickets Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Aguas Calientes.

Not included:

• International and Domestic flights (Lima / Cusco / Lima)
• Meals not mentioned above
• Travel insurance
• Tips to tour guide and staff.
• Extra expenses due to delays, strikes, sickness contracted during this trip,
• However if any problem arise, we will do our best to fix it.

Price 2025: $750 per person and according to the types of hotels and number of tourists we can get a great price, just write to us.

We recommend to bring:

• Light and warm clothes, thick jackets
• Hiking boots
• Waterproof gear
• Passport
• Sunblock
• Water bottle
• Snacks
• Walking poles (only if you have problem with knees or back problems)

How to get there: a domestic flight from Lima, 1 hour flight; also coming from Lake Titicaca by tourist bus, or coming from amazon tour Tambopata (35 minutes flight)

Weather: around 24-27C at daytime, and 5-12 C at nights.

1t day

Arrival in the morning at Cusco airport, where our representative will assit you there and transfer to your hotel.

In the afternoon the Cusco city and ruins: Sacsayhuaman fortress, the cathedral of Cusco, Koricancha sun temple, Qenqo and Puca pucara ruins, from 1.30 to 6pm

2nd day

The sacred valley to visit Pisac ruins, after Pisac artisan market, later  drive through the Urubamba valley, after lunch the visit to Ollantaytambo fortress. later a Hotel in Ollantaytambo town. (B)

3rd day

Train to the starting point of the Inca trail km 104, there you together with your tour guide will get ready for the hike, first to visit the important Inca Archeological site “Chachabamba”, later agradual climb of 3 hours to the most beautiful Inca site “Wiñayhuayna”, there you will enjoy your box lunch with great views and scenery, later continue about 2 hours hike to Machu Picchu going through jungle forest to observe birds, beautiful flora etc. In the afternoon arrive in Machu Picchu for best pictures and introduction of this fable inca citadel, later a shuttle bus down to Aguas Calientes town for your hotel there.

Hotel in Machu Picchu pueblo. (B, L,)

4th day

Early in the morning a great tour of Machu Picchu! Visiting all the most important sites of this fabulous Inca citadel.

To visit its outstanding temples, large ceremonial sites, agriculture sectors, religious sector, its shrines, industrial sector, etc.

Later your bus down to Aguas Calientes town and later to take your train and van back to Cusco arriving there in the evening.

Hotel in Cusco. (B).

5th day

A free day to relax and explore Cusco by yourself, with chance to visit some good museums (we provide you those tickets for some specif museums) also you can visit the main food market “San pedro” or a visit to the artist distric “San Blas” etc. (B)

Hotel in Cusco.

6th day

pick up from your hotel to be transferred to Cusco airport for your flight to Lima or to an extension to Lake Titicaca or to the Amazon tour etc.(B)

Includes:

• 3 Nights’ accommodation at a selected hotel in Cusco, 1 night in Ollantaytambo town, and 1 night in Aguas Calientes town,
• In and out transfers
• All applicable taxes
• Tour guide
• Entrance fees for the excursions mentioned above
• Meals mentioned in each day.
• Train tickets Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes – Cusco
• Shuttle bus tickets Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Aguas Calientes.

Not included:

• International and Domestic flights (Lima / Cusco / Lima)
• Meals not mentioned above
• Tips to tour guide and staff.
• International or National personal telephone calls
• Extra expenses due to delays, strikes, sickness contracted during this trip,
• Additional nights for bad weather o flight cancellation
• Snacks, Laundry

Price: According to the types of hotels and number of tourists we can get you a great price, please just write to us.

We recommend to bring:

• Light and warm clothes, thick jackets
• Hiking boots
• Waterproof gear
• Passport
• Sunblock
• Water bottle
• Snacks
• Walking poles (only if you have problem with knees or back problems)

How to get there: a domestic flight from Lima, 1 hour flight; also coming from Lake Titicaca by tourist bus, or coming from amazon tour Tambopata (35 minutes flight)

Weather: around 24-27C at daytime, and 5-12 C at nights.

1t day

Arrival in the morning at Cusco airport, where our representative will assit you there and transfer to your hotel.

In the afternoon the Cusco city and ruins: Sacsayhuaman fortress, the cathedral of Cusco, Koricancha sun temple, Qenqo and Puca pucara ruins, from 1.30 to 6pm

2nd day

The sacred valley to visit Pisac ruins, after Pisac artisan market, later drive through the Urubamba valley, after lunch the visit to Ollantaytambo fortress. later a train to Machu picchu town for a hotel there. (B)

3rd  day

Early in the morning your guide will take you for the tour of Machu Picchu, then later in the afternoon the train back to Cusco. (B).

Option: to stay overnight for the next day back to Machupicchu to do the extra tours to Huaynapicchu mountain or to the Inca bridge, Sungate etc.

4th day

A free day to explore Cusco by yourself, with chance to visit some good museums (we provide you those tickets for some specific museums) also you can visit the main food market “San Pedro” or a visit to the artist district “San Blas” etc. (B)

5th day

Tour Moray and Salt mines, it’s a half day tour from 8am to 1pm. Moray is a complex of Inca circular terraces that were built up in the mountains at 3,500mts where archeologist deduced it was a laboratory for the adaptations of other different new food to grow at those high elevations. And later a visit to the other impressive salt mines that was exploited from pre-Inca times for the preservations of meat, also for the mummifications of their ancient authorities.

6th day

pick up from your hotel to be transferred to Cusco airport for your flight to Lima or to an extension to Lake Titicaca or to the Amazon tour etc.(B)

Includes:

• 4 Nights’ accommodation at a selected hotel in Cusco,
• In and out transfers
• All applicable taxes
• Bilingual guided tours (english / spanish)
• Entrance fees for the excursions mentioned above
• Lunch at the Sacred Valley and Aguas Calientes, other meals as indicated in the itinerary
• Train tickets Cusco – Aguas Calientes – Cusco
• Bus tickets Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Aguas Calientes.

Not included:

• International and Domestic flights (Lima / Cusco / Lima)
• Meals not mentioned above
• Travel insurance
• Tips to tour guide and staff.
• International or National personal telephone calls
• Extra expenses due to delays, strikes, sickness contracted during this trip

Price : According to the types of hotels and number of tourists we can get a great price, just write to us.

We recommend to bring:

• Light and warm clothes, thick jackets
• Hiking boots
• Waterproof gear
• Passport
• Sunblock
• Water bottle
• Snacks
• Walking poles (only if you have problem with knees or back problems)

How to get there: a domestic flight from Lima, 1 hour flight; also coming from Lake Titicaca by tourist bus, or coming from amazon tour Tambopata (35 minutes flight)

Weather: around 24-27C at daytime, and 5-12 C at nights.

1t day

Arrival in the morning at Cusco airport, where our representative will assit you there and transfer to your hotel.

In the afternoon the Cusco city and ruins: Sacsayhuaman fortress, the cathedral of Cusco, Koricancha sun temple, Qenqo and Puca pucara ruins, from 1.30 to 6pm

Hotel in Cusco

2nd day

A free day to explore by yourself more of Cusco, its museums and other several attractions and acclimatizing before your trek of tomorrow.

Hotel in Cusco

3rd day: INCA TRAIL. CUSCO TO WAYLLABAMBA

Distance: 12 Kilometers / 7.5 Miles
We´ll pick you up from your hotel in Cusco at 6am approximately to start this exciting 4 day machu picchu tour; then we´ll drive through the Sacred Valley to the community of Piscaycucho (Railroad K82 – 2700m/8856ft), where the security check is located, you need to show your Passport to the authorities and after this you will be ready to begin the Inca Trail.
Following the trail along the left-hand shore of the Urubamba River, we´ll enjoy stunning views of the snow-capped mountain Veronica (5830m.) and some archeological sites along the way such way stations, observation towers, the Inca city of Llactapata; after that a nice spot for lunch.
Finally a progressive climb through forest to our first base camp at Wayllabamba (3000m./9840ft.).

Meals provided: Snacks, lunch, tea time and Dinner.
Hiking time: 5-6 hours approx.

4th day: WAYLLABAMBA TO PACAYMAYO

Distance: 11 Kilometers / 6.8 Miles
Our team will wake you up with a nice and warm cup of tea and after breakfast we´ll be begin the climb which is around 5 hours in average to the highest point called the “Abra de la Mujer Muerta” (Dead Woman Pass) (4200m/13776ft), going through Andean cloud forest and highland puna, during our ascent, we´ll appreciate the wide variety of plants, flowers, and bird species supported by this unique eco-climate.
Once we reach the pass, our challenge will be rewarded by an astonishing panoramic view of the Vilcanota and Vilcabamba mountain ranges.
Thenceforth, we´ll descend into the Valley of Pacaymayo river and there we´ll set up our second base camp.
Meals provided: Breakfast, Snacks, lunch, tea time and Dinner.

Hiking time: 6-7 hours approx.

5th day: PACAYMAYO TO WINAY WAYNA

Distance: 16 Kilometers / 10 Miles
This would be a unique day where, after the 2 hours climb up to the second pass (3,900 mts, 12,600 ft) and later with gradual climbs of some ups and downs, we´ll follow ancient stone paths and steps to the well-preserved Inca remains of Runkurakay, Sayacmarca, and Phuyupatamarca.
Along with our visit to the sites, we´ll appreciate the Incas’ complex architectural style and reverence of natural geography and beauty.
Heading down the sub-tropical forest until we will reach one of the most beautiful Inca ruins of Wiñay Wayna, (another pilgrimage site) where we´ll camp for the 3rd night.

Meals provided: Breakfast, snacks,Lunch, tea time and Dinner.
Time Approximate walking time: 8-9 hours approx.

6th day: WINAY WAYNA TO MACHU PICCHU

Distance: 5 Kilometers / 3 Miles
Early in the morning, we´ll depart saying goodbye to our Cookers and porters, and later on we´ll go through some progressive and small ups and downs through the highland jungle to our destination:
Intupunku, or the Sun Gate to Machu Picchu.
There we catch our first breathtaking view of this historical wonder.
We´ll then have the day to learn about and explore the main complex of the Machu Picchu Sanctuary before taking the train back to Cusco in the afternoon.

7th day

During the day a transfer to Cusco airport for your domestic flight back to Lima, then later your international flight back home.

Meals provided: Breakfast, Snacks
Approximate walking time: 2 ½ hours

NOTE: You must bring the SAME PASSPORT that you used for the booking of this trek.

fixed departures: Every tuesday, thursday and saturdays.

WE HIGHLY RECOMMEND TO MAKE THE RESERVATIONS AT LEAST 3-6 MONTHS IN ADVANCE; PERMITS ARE LIMITED TO ONLY 400 PEOPLE PER DAY (INCLUDING PORTERS) AND ARE SOLD OUT QUICKLY.

Included:

• 3 nights’ hotel in Cusco and 3 nights in tent
• Comfortable and spacy tents
• Hotel transfers and private bus to trailhead
• Entrance fees for Inca Trail and Machu Picchu
• High quality double-occupancy tents and camping equipment
• Sleeping foam mattress (optional to hire Therma-rest inflatable matrasse)
• Hot water in the morning for washing
• Drinking water throughout the trek
• Dining tent, kitchen tent, and latrine tent
• Oxygen bottle and first aid kit equipped for wilderness trekking
• Professional, English-speaking guide and camp staff
• Porters to carry camping equipment (passengers must carry their own bags with pooled service)
• Plentiful, nutritious meals (Vegetarian option available) 03B, 03L, 03D
• Bus ticket from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes
• Train ticket back to Cusco, Backpacker service
• Transfer from Poroy train station to hotel (pooled service Cusco train station to hotel)

Not included:

• International and Domestic flights (Lima / Cusco / Lima)
• Meals not mentioned above
• Travel insurance
• Tips to tour guide and staff.
• International or National personal telephone calls
• Extra expenses due to delays, strikes, sickness contracted during this trip,
• Sleeping bag
• Breakfast on the first morning and last lunch and dinner for the last day of the trek.
• Tips for guide and camp staff
• Sleeping Bag: $20
• Inflatable Air Matt therma-rest: $20
• Walking Sticks (Pair): $15

Extras:

• Porter to carry passenger bags $70 for trip  – one porter can usually carry for two people – 7 Kilos max each person)
• Sleeping bag: $20 for whole trip.

Price: According to the types of hotels and number of tourists we can get you a great price, please just write to us.

WE HIGHLY RECOMMEND TO MAKE THE RESERVATIONS AT LEAST 3-6 MONTHS IN ADVANCE; PERMITS ARE LIMITED TO ONLY 400 PEOPLE PER DAY (INCLUDING PORTERS) AND ARE SOLD OUT QUICKLY.
Departures: Every Monday, Wednesday, Friday & Sunday

What you should bring:

• Passport, the same Passport number that you used for booking this trip
• ISIC card (Students)
• Backpack or duffle bag
• Sleeping bag
• Warm clothing/thermals
• Insect repellent
• Trekking shoes/wool socks
• Water bottle
• Rain gear  (Nov-Mar)
• Day pack
• Sunscreen and hat
• Personal medical kit
• Flashlight
• Light and warm clothing

About tiping:

Of course tipping is a voluntary action according to the performance of our staff, however here is an idea about the average money to tip in this hike:

• INCA TRAIL Tour guide…$5.00 – $10.00 each. per day
• INCA TRAIL Porters…$3.00 – $5.00 each per day (1-2 porters per person)
• INCA TRAIL Cook…$4.00- $7.00 each. per day

1t day

Arrival in the morning at Cusco airport, where our representative will assit you there and transfer to your hotel.

In the afternoon the Cusco city and ruins: Sacsayhuaman fortress, the cathedral of Cusco, Koricancha sun temple, Qenqo and Puca pucara ruins, from 1.30 to 6pm

Hotel in Cusco

2nd day

The sacred valley to visit Pisac ruins, after Pisac artisan market, later drive through the Urubamba valley, after lunch the visit to Ollantaytambo fortress. later a train to Machu picchu town for a hotel there. (B) Hotel in Cusco.

Option to take a train in the afternoon to Machu Picchu town and hotel there.

3rd day

Early in the morning pick up time from your hotel in Cusco to take you with our van and train for the tour of Machu Picchu, then later in the afternoon the train back to Cusco. (B).

Option: to stay overnight for the next day back to Machupicchu to do the extra tours to Huaynapicchu mountain or to the Inca bridge, Sungate etc.

4th day

Tour Moray and Salt mines, it’s a half day tour from 8am to 1pm. Moray is a complex of Inca circular terraces that were built up in the mountains at 3,500mts where archeologist deduced it was a laboratory for the adaptations of other different new food to grow at those high elevations. And later a visit to the other impressive salt mines that was exploited from pre-Inca times for the preservations of meat, also for the mummifications of their ancient authorities.

5th day

Early in the morning by 4.30-5am we pick you up to the great trip, the rainbow mountain! it´s a full day trip, it takes 3 ½ hours to get there, and about 1 ½ hour hiking uphill in a gradual climb, fantastic site for best photography session of all over the nature! back in Cusco by 5-6pm.

6th day

A free day to explore Cusco by yourself, with chance to visit some good museums (we provide you those tickets for some specific museums), also you can visit the main food market “San Pedro” or a visit to the artist district “San Blas” etc. (B)

Hotel in Cusco. (B, L,)

7th day

pick up from your hotel to be transferred to Cusco airport for your flight to Lima or to an extension to Lake Titicaca or to the Amazon tour etc.(B)

Includes:

• 6 Nights’ accommodation at a selected hotel in Cusco,
• In and out transfers
• All applicable taxes
• Bilingual guided tours (english / spanish)
• Entrance fees for the excursions mentioned above
• Lunch at the Sacred Valley and Aguas Calientes, other meals as indicated in the itinerary
• Train tickets Cusco – Aguas Calientes – Cusco
• Bus tickets Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Aguas Calientes.

Not included:

• International and Domestic flights (Lima / Cusco / Lima)
• Meals not mentioned above
• Tips to tour guide and staff.
• International or National personal telephone calls
• Extra expenses due to delays, strikes, sickness contracted during this trip

Price 2024: $885 group tour service with 3 stars Hotels, based in a double occupancy.

With 4 stars Hotels $1,215 per person, group tour service. based in a double occupancy.

We recommend to bring:

• Light and warm clothes, thick jackets
• Hiking boots
• Waterproof gear
• Passport
• Sunblock
• Water bottle
• Snacks
• Walking poles (only if you have problem with knees or back problems)

How to get there: a domestic flight from Lima, 1 hour flight; also coming from Lake Titicaca by tourist bus, or coming from amazon tour Tambopata (35 minutes flight)

Weather: around 24-27C at daytime, and 5-12 C at nights.