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Peru Vacation Package 2

5 Days Classic Inca Trails Tour Package

Duration: 5 Days / 4 Nights
Priced From: $1,075 pp dbl. occ.
Dates: Mar - Dec

 

 

The Inca Trail to Machu Picchu is the most famous and popular trek in South America. It is a spectacular trek through the high Andes on original Inca highway with a chance to visit extraordinary ruins, enjoy beautiful mountain views, walk through strikingly different climatic zones and finally experience the unique feeling of arriving at Machu Picchu by foot.Trekking it in a relaxed five days / four nights is the best way to thoroughly appreciate the specialness of this amazing trail whilst avoiding the busiest campsites. This also gives us a whole day in Machu Picchu to have it (at times) totally to ourselves.

Day 1. From Cusco we drive into the Sacred valley of the Incas, stopping to explore the impressive ruins at Ollantaytambo. At the end of the road (Km88) we meet the support team of porters for lunch then begin the Inca trail. The first section is ideal for acclimatization purposes as we hike along the sacred Urubamba river. We camp the night at Llactapata (2,288 m) beside some spectacular ruins. We believe in camping and trekking in style, whilst walking all you need to carry is your daypack. Our support team of traditional porters carries all camping equipment and performs all camp chores; all food is prepared by the cook. ( L / D)

Day 2. We trek up the Cusichaca valley to the small hamlet of Huallyabamba, the last inhabited place on the trail. The path continues on up past humming birds and stunted cloud forest. Our camp is the beautiful grassy area at Llulluchupampa (3680 m). This has out-standing views down the valley. (B / L / D)

Day 3. Possibly the hardest day of the trek, we rise early and head to the highest point of the trail - the impressive Warmiwanusca (Dead woman's pass 4200 m). We then descend into the Pacasmayo valley and then climb again passing the Inca ruins Rucuracay. Our second pass of the day (3998 m) gives us spectacular views of the Vilcabamba range. Walking on incredibly well-preserved Inca pathway we pass Sayacmarca ruins with plenty of time for an in depth tour and explanation. We continue along the ridge, passing through tunnels and fantastic views and a slight ascent brings us to Phuyupatamarca ruins where we camp(3650 m). (B / L / D)

Day 4. Our final days hiking brings us down into the Cloud forest on a seemingly endless Inca Stairway to Winay-winay (2,600 m), another impressive ruin full of orchids and swallows. And so to Inti Punku, the gateway of the Sun, for our first glimpse of Machu Picchu. After treasuring the moment we pass through the ruins and catch a bus down to our hostal in the near-by town of Aguas Calientes (2,000 m). (B / L)

Day 5. Returning first thing in the morning we have Machu Picchu virtually to ourselves for a full guided tour, with time afterwards to climb Huayna Picchu or else just wander through the ruins, soaking up the amazing atmosphere. After a late lunch in Aguas Calientes, we catch the afternoon train back to Poroy and a bus from here back to Cusco. (B / L)

• Arrival Transfers
• All airport transfers
• Internal Flights
• Transport to and from Inca trail in private vehicle
• All camping and cooking equipment including Thermarests, spacious two person tents, dining, cook and toilet tent,
• An emergency first-aid kit and oxygen
• Professional English and Spanish speaking guides trained in first-aid and C.P.R.
• All porters, mules and a cook team
• Guided tour in Machu Picchu
• $60 entrance to the Inca Trail and Machu Picchu ruins
• $12 entrance to Ollantaytambo ruins
• Bus transfers to and from the ruins
• Train / bus from Machu Picchu to Cusco
• All accommodation in Lima, Cusco & hostal in Aguas Calientes
• Meals as indicated in the itinerary (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner)

• Passport & Visa Costs
• Vaccination Costs
• Personal Spending Money
• Meals where not listed
• Drinks
• International Flights
• Travel Insurance
• Airport departure taxes (domestic & International)

• Nazca Line extension
• Lima City Tour

New regulations state that any Inca Trail booking must be made 30 days prior to departure date. As such all Inca Trail permits must be confirmed with A.I. 30 days, before the departure date.

Prices based on twin share. Single supplements and triple rates available on request.

Prices & itineraries are correct at the time of printing. Itineraries & prices may change due to currency fluctuations, local conditions or events outside the control of A.I and her local operators. Please see our booking terms & conditions for full details.

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