Inca Trail 4 days or Sacred route of the Inca heading to Machu Picchu

TrekCusco, Perú

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One of the most requested tours and with the greatest demand in Cusco and actually in all of South America since it is one of the most beautiful adventures that can be experienced through incredible landscapes. During the first days of the trek you can appreciate all the Andes and punas typical of the highlands of Cusco, while from the second day the whole group will enter the high jungle and the entire landscape will be mountains covered with coarse vegetation. But, the greatest attraction is not what we have just mentioned, but all the archaeological sites that are visited before arriving at Machu Picchu and that enhances the experience of traveling through all the Sacred Paths of the Inca, part of the paths and routes that linked all the cities with Cusco. These roads were used by the ancient inhabitants of Tawantinsuyo to exchange food and continue with the Inca expansion. In 4 days we will be able to know all the historical details and have total contact with nature since we will spend the night in camps under the infinity of the cosmos.

General information

Non refundableThis activity is non-refundable.

Duration Check availability for start times.

GuideEnglish, Español

Pickup service includedWait in the lobby of your hotel or at the agreed meeting point 10 minutes before your scheduled time. Pickups are available from hotels within the historic center of Cusco.

from720.00 USDby person

Options and prices

Date

You can customize this service. Contact our advisors at +51 982 108 083

What will you do

Our main priority is the comfort of travelers, therefore, we start the services with the pick up from the hotels in Cusco. We begin the trip to Ollantaytambo where the train journey begins until kilometer 82. In this place we will descend and pass through the control area and begin the adventure with the team of cooks and porters. They will be in charge of helping us during the 4 days of adventure with food and to set up the camp. The first day we will arrive at the Llaqtapata or Llulluchapampa camp. On the second and third nights you will also spend the night in a camp based on availability. Most of the camps are very close to the archaeological sites. On the third day we will visit Wiñayhuayna, one of the most incredible archaeological sites due to the presence of its terraces that rub against the precipices of the mountain. On the fourth day we will pass through Inti Punku and continue with the tour to Machu Picchu and then return to Cusco by train and bus.

Itinerary

Day 1

On the agreed day, we will go through the door of your hotel to start the tour.
We will take the transport by train, to the starting point of the walk that takes place at kilometer 82.
From this place we start the walk towards Machu Picchu.
The distance traveled is 13 kilometers.
The first archaeological site that we will be able to see is Llactapata.
After this brief tour of the archaeological site, we can have lunch.
We continue with the route until we reach our camp that can be chosen according to availability, these are: Ayapata, Wayllabamba, Llaqtapata or Llulluchapampa.

Day 2

All the food that we will have will be in charge of the kitchen team.
This day we will be able to taste the nutritious breakfasts that we offer.
The distance traveled during this day of 11 kilometers. Both the first day and the second there are routes through high mountains and ascending paths.
This day you will cross one of the sectors with the highest altitude, so it will be necessary to wrap up warm.
The snowy mountain that is crossed is Warmiwañusca, which is close to 4,215 meters above sea level.
After a few kilometers of descending we will be able to have lunch in a small camp that is erected at the same time.
After lunch and a short rest, it's time to descend to the camping area.
The camping areas to choose according to availability are: Chaquiccocha, Pacaymayo, Llulluchapampa or Phuyupatamarca.
In the camps we can have dinner and hydrate ourselves with nice hot drinks.

Day 3

We have to start activities early as the midday sun can be a problem.
As usual we can have breakfast at the camp before starting the activities.
This day we will travel 16 kilometers, but by an easier route and downhill where we will enter the Cusco jungle.
During this day the archaeological site of Sayacmarca is toured.
Later, it will also be possible to visit the archaeological sites of Phuyupatamarca (this visit depends on the availability of time.
Later the light camp is prepared for lunch.
We continue with the walk until we reach our camp. As usual we will arrive at the camps ready and later we will be able to have dinner.
The possible camps are: Phuyupatamarca, Wiñayhuayna or the Puente de Ruinas.
Like the previous nights we will spend the night under the firmament. This will be the last night in a camp.

Day 4

We will start activities before 5:00 in the morning.
We will have to leave for Inti Punku with our box lunch that will be our breakfast.
Before starting the tour we will say goodbye to the porters and the group of cooks.
We will continue the trek before dawn with the intention of reaching Machu Picchu just as the sun is rising over the mountains.
Before entering Machu Picchu we can have breakfast.
Together with the guide we will make the tour of Machu Picchu where we will learn the history and see the buildings of the temples dedicated to the deities of Tawantinsuyo.
After the tour, we will descend in the ecological buses to Aguas Calientes or Machu Picchu Pueblo.
In this district we can have lunch, take a walk, shop for souvenirs and more.
The return to Cusco will begin according to the schedule indicated on the train ticket.
Once in Ollantaytambo, we will board a bus to return to Cusco.
In Cusco one of our agents will pick you up to take you to his hotel.

What includes

Briefing one day before starting the tour.
The first service is to go through your hotel.
Transportation reserved by train, both on the outward and return journey.
Reserved ticket for Inca Trail 4 days.
Expert guide throughout the tour fluent in English and Spanish.
The transportation we offer is comfortable.
Expert cooks for the tour.
We have a first aid kit.
Help from porters and extra cargo carriers for a higher price.
Food during the adventure (3 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 3 dinners).
Bus ticket from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes.
Transportation to take you to your hotel upon arrival in Cusco.
Breakfast during the first day.
Lunch in Machu Picchu Pueblo (fourth day).
Printed photographs.
Snacks and/or drinks.
Tips.

Important information

What to bring

The identity document or passport.
It will be necessary to bring and use hiking shoes.
Mosquito repellent.
Cap or hat plus sunscreen.
Preferably light change clothes for the last few days.
A waterproof poncho.
A small backpack to carry medication or personal drinks.

Before travelling

The reservation of this tour must be made months in advance.
Review the pick-up times to avoid delays.
Prepare your medications in case you need them.
If you have any questions, you can contact our travel agents.
Bring personal hygiene items such as towels, soaps and more.

It's prohibited

Alter or ruin the paths we travel.
Enter Machu Picchu while drunk.
Disturb the route of other travelers or walkers.
Make noise, shout or whistle during the tour of Machu Picchu.

Frequent questions

Is it safe to do the Inca Trail?

Yes, the entire route is designed so that people can have the prudent and necessary time to rest during the entire journey. In addition, the road goes into maintenance during the month of February, so roads are safe and in good condition.

Why can't you do the Inca Trail during the month of February?

Can vegetarian meals be requested?

Do I need physical preparation for this tour?

How is the trip back to Cusco?

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