Inca Trail Classic Hike 4D
Places to visit:
Machu Picchu, Llactapata, Pacaymayo, Runcuraccay, Sayacmarka, Phuyupatamarka, Wiñaywayna & Inti Punku
The Inca Trail is by far one of the most renowned trails in Peru. This trail spans over 42 KM and is the only trail in the region that grants direct access to the enigmatic citadel of Machu Picchu. With thousands of avid hikers ready to take on its narrow paths and steep Inca stone steps, the Inca Trail is an experience that should not be missed.
ITINERARIO
Inca Trail Classic Hike 4D Itinerary
DAY 1: CUSCO – PISKACUCHO KM 82 – LLACTAPATA – WAYLLABAMBA
From Cusco, we will make our way to the trailhead at KM 82. This will be a comfortable drive through the Sacred Valley in the company of the early morning views of the towering snow capped mountains.
Once at KM 82, we will officially enter the Inca Trail. We will begin hiking towards our first archaeological site, Llactapata. This will be through typical dry forest and with stunning views of Apu Veronica. Our hike will be along gently rolling terrain and some gentle uphills to our campsite in Huayabamba.
Estimated hiking time: 6 to 7 hours
Total distance: 12 km
Highest altitude: 3,000 m.a.s.l.
DAY 2: WAYLLABAMBA – WARMIWAÑUSCA – PACAYMAYU
Today will be considered the most challenging day along the Inca Trail. Leaving early from our campsite, we will begin our hike from local villages and farmland to subtropical forest. Our lunch spot will be midway in Llulluchapampa.
After lunch, we will continue towards the trail’s highest point, Warmihuañusca Pass. This section of the trail will be mostly uphill. Once at the top, you will be rewarded with the breathtaking views of the Valley below! We will continue for an additional 3KM (downhill) to our evening campsite in Pacaymayo.
Estimated hiking time: 6 to 7 hours
Total distance: 11 km
Highest altitude: 4,200 m.a.s.l.
DAY 3: PACAYMAYU – PHUYUPATAMARCA – WIÑAYWAYNA
After an early breakfast, we will begin our hike to some of the trail’s most stunning archaeological sites. The hike will be along gently rolling terrain and uphills. However, we will not hike as high as the previous day.
On this day, you will see the impressive sites of Runkurakay, Sayacmarka, Phuyupatamarca and Wiñay Wayna.
Estimated hiking time: 7 to 8 hours
Total distance: 16 km
Highest altitude: 3,800 m.a.s.l.
DAY 4: WIÑAYWAYNA – MACHU PICCHU – CUSCO
Our plant for today will be to arrive early at the Inti Punku (Sun Gate). The hike from our campsite to the Inti Punku will be short but will entail some more hiking along steep, Inca stone steps. The reward? Some of the best views of Machu Picchu at sunrise.
After your visit to Machu Picchu, you will take the bus to Aguas Calientes town. Once in Aguas Calientes, you will be required to pick-up your belongings from the designated location and head to the train station for your train back to Ollantaytambo. Please know you will have enough time to grab lunch in Aguas Calientes prior to boarding your return train. You will be required to be in the train station by no later than 30 minutes prior to your train departure. In Ollantaytambo, there will be a car transfer waiting with a sign with your name on it. This car transfer will drive you back to Cusco and drop you off at your accommodation in Cusco.
Estimated hiking time: 3 hours
Total distance: 5 km
INCLUYE
Included
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- Briefing the night before your trek departure at your hotel in Cusco
- Pick-up from hotel in Cusco / drop-off at hotel after tour
- Guided service (English or Spanish)
- Transportation to the trailhead on DAY 1
- Inca Trail permit + entry to Machu Picchu
- Camping equipment: 2-ppl tents, dining tents, cooking tents, cooking utensils, tables, & chairs.
- Portable toilet tents to be used at campsites only
- Personal camping equipment: 01 foam mat, 01 sleeping bag, 01 rain poncho & 01 duffel bag for personal belongings**
- Meals: 03 breakfasts, 03 lunches & 03 dinners + snack time each afternoon at overnight campsite
- Potable water refills after breakfast & lunch
- Support staff: porters & chefs
- 01 consettur bus Machu Picchu – Aguas Calientes
- Tourist train (Expedition service) Aguas Calientes – Ollantaytambo
- Transportation from Ollantaytambo to Cusco
- First-aid kit & oxygen tank
**duffle bag: provided for your personal belongings including extra clothes, shoes & toiletries. Duffel bag weight should NOT exceed 7KG including the weight of your sleeping bag.
Not Included
- 01 breakfast + 01 lunch (after Machu Picchu)
- Inflatable air mattress
- Trekking poles
- Personal backpack for carrying your essentials while hiking
- Reusable water bottle
- Gratuities for support staff
Recommendations
To guarantee the best of experiences, it is important to be fully prepared. Here is a list of items we recommend you to bring for this tour.
- Essentials:
- Small day pack for your personal items
- Comfortable shoes. No heels, flip flops, flats or unworn shoes. Preferably hiking shoes/boots.
- Travel document
- For your day backpack:
- Reusable water bottle
- Sunblock, hat & sunglasses
- Bug repellent
- Toilet paper & small bag for waste
- Camera & extra batteries
- 01 headlamp
- Snacks of your preference
- For your duffle bag:
- 01 pair of sandals for after hiking
- 01 Parka or windbreaker. Weather changes are common in Cusco and the trail. This includes sunny, rainy and windy conditions.
- 2-3 long sleeve shirts
- 2-3 hiking pants
- 4 sets of underwear
- 01 fleece
- 01 wool hat
- 01 small quick-dry towel
- 01 large plastic bag to separate your dirty laundry from clean clothing
- Toiletries: small bottle of soap/shampoo, wet wipes, toothbrush & toothpaste, hand sanitizer, personal medication, personal first-aid kit (Band-Aids, Moleskin, etc.)
- Extra cash for souvenirs & snacks
PRECIO
COST: US$ 500 per person
CONSULTAR
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