Embark on this epic 4-day adventure along the Inka Trail, exploring ancient Inca archaeological sites and breathtaking landscapes, including the impressive Machu Picchu. Each step unveils the rich history of this civilization. Enjoy exquisite cuisine prepared by our chefs, immerse yourself in local culture, and marvel at unparalleled panoramic views. With welcoming campsites and expert guides, this adventure promises an unforgettable experience, blending history, nature, and local hospitality.
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Included:
- Transportation from Cusco to KM 82 (trailhead of the Inka Trail)
- Entrance ticket to the Inka Trail
- Professional guide
- Sleeping mats, spacious tents (Quadruple tents for 2 people only)
- Chef and kitchen equipment
- Tables and chairs
- Meals (03 breakfasts, 03 lunches, 03 dinners)
- Porters to carry camping equipment and food (No traveler's luggage)
- First aid kit
- Oxygen tank
- Return train from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo, scheduled for 14:55 or 21:50 Hrs, subject to availability
- Transportation from Ollantaytambo to Cusco
Excluded:
- Breakfast on the first day and lunch on the last day
- Sleeping bag (rental price US$15 for the 4 days)
- Extra porter (US$180 for 4 days, carrying 14 kg)
- Entrance to the hot springs in Aguas Calientes S/15 (US$4.5)
- Gratitudes
Itinerary
Our adventure begins at 5:30 AM with the hotel pickup to head to Ollantaytambo. Here, you can enjoy an optional breakfast or purchase snacks and chocolates for the hike. We then continue to KM 82, Piscacucho (8,858 feet a.s.l.), where the first checkpoint is located. A 2-hour hike takes us to Patallacta (9,022 feet a.s.l.), an Inca archaeological site. After the visit, we walk 45 minutes to our campsite in Wayllabamba (9,842 feet a.s.l.), where lunch and dinner await.
After breakfast at 5:30 AM, we continue the hike to the second checkpoint in Wayllabamba. Then, we gradually ascend for 1 hour and 30 minutes to Tres Piedras and Llulluchapampa (12,467 feet a.s.l.), our first resting point. We continue ascending for 1 hour and 45 minutes to Abra Warmiwañusca (13,829 feet a.s.l.) and descend for 2 hours and 30 minutes to the camp site in Pacaymayo (11,811 feet a.s.l.), where we'll have tea and dinner.
After breakfast, we continue the 16 KM hike, exploring Inca archaeological sites such as Runcurakay, Llulluchapampa, and Sayacmarka. We have lunch at Chaquicocha and visit Puyupatamarca before descending for 3 hours to our camp site in Wiñayhuayna. We enjoy tea and dinner, and bid farewell to the porters.
We wake up at 3:30 AM for breakfast and descend to the checkpoint. We walk for 1 hour and 30 minutes to Inti Punku to enjoy the view of Machu Picchu and Wayna Picchu. Then, we descend for 1 hour to the citadel. We receive a 2-hour tour, free time to explore, and take photos.
Afterward, we descend to the Machu Picchu town (Aguas Calientes) for lunch and optional visit to the hot springs. Finally, we take the train back to Ollantaytambo and then a bus to Cusco, finishing at San Francisco Square.
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Cancellation
- If you cancel this tour, you will not receive a full refund
- If you cancel the tour up to 6 days in advance, the penalty will be US$250.00
- If you cancel one day before or on the same day as the tour, you will not receive any refund because everything will already be organized (in this case, to avoid losing the entire package, you can go to the Aguas Calientes town and join the group for the Machu Picchu visit, but the travel expenses will be on you)
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