7 Day  - Trek along the Inca Trail & Machu Picchu

7 Day - Trek along the Inca Trail & Machu Picchu

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The classic Inca Trail trek to Machu Picchu is one of the most famous treks in South America, and for good reason. Mixing history, wildlife and spectacular scenery, this four-day, three-night adventure is an unforgettable experience, with a final destination -- Machu Picchu itself -- that ranks among the world’s most impressive archaeological sites.  

The classic Inca Trail is only about 42 km (26 miles) long, but it goes up and down and along mountains, rising up through three mountain passes, and generally takes a circular route through the tricky terrain of the region in this part of Peru. That makes it a more strenuous 42 km than most, but also one with spectacular scenery, passing through various Andean environments including cloud forest and alpine tundra. 

Along the trail, you’ll be trekking through an area of great biodiversity. At any moment you could come across orchids, foxes, cocks-of -the-rock (Peru’s national bird), spectacled bears, deer and many more species of flora and fauna. As you trek the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, you’ll also pass by other impressive In...

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$1020
Per person twin share.
Duration7 Days / 6 Nights
Type of ServiceGroup Tours
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ITINERARY

Arrival to Cusco with a transfer to your hotel; a welcome meeting will be organized by your guide for a quick briefing of the tour. The rest of the day can be spent exploring Cusco, the ancient capital of the Inca Empire, set in the Andean Mountain range. Discover Spanish churches and mansions that sit alongside Inca remains, visit the local market of San Pedro and their array of products from handicrafts to vegetable products, fresh juices and items for traditional Andean ceremonies.  In the evening, enjoy the eclectic restaurant options available and try some traditional or fusion di...

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  • Meals Included: Not Included
  • Accommodations: Hotel Los Portales - Standard double Room with private bathroom.
Qoricancha ruins
Cusco main square view
Cusco - Cathedral of Cusco interior
Cusco - Hatunrumiyoc street
Qoricancha ruins
Cusco main square view

After breakfast, enjoy a free day to explore Cusco at your ease. The capital city of the Inca Empire is now the undisputed archaeological capital of the Americas, as well as the continent’s oldest continuously inhabited city. You may visit the local archaeological sites of Saqsaywaman, Tambomachay and Qenqo or you can take part in a Peruvian cooking class or chocolate making class, depending on how you want to spend your free day. We can help arrange and suggest all activities available in this incredible imperial City. 

  • Meals Included: Breakfast
  • Accommodations: Hotel Los Portales - Standard double Room with private bathroom.
Cusco Ollantaytambo passenger
Cusco Cathedral
Cusco Tambomachay ruins
Cusco Sacred Valley view
Cusco Ollantaytambo passenger
Cusco Cathedral

Our Inca Trail adventure begins at 4:30 a.m., when we’ll pick you up from your hotel. We will then drive to Piscacucho, also known as Km 82, where the Inca Trail begins. Here we need to visit the control point and do all the official bureaucracy before we can enter the trail, so you’ll need your passport and ticket. This is a good place to use the bathroom and put on insect repellent and sunscreen, as once we’re on the trail bathrooms and other such infrastructure will be scarce and a lot more basic. 

Now it’s time to set off along the trail! We’ll...

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  • Meals Included: All Included
  • Camps: Ayapata Camp
On route to Wayllabamba
Start the journey
hiking to the inca trail head
Our guide explaining about the trail
Llaqtapata ruins
On route to Wayllabamba
Start the journey

It’s another early start on Day 2 as we wake around 5:30 a.m. Our cooks will prepare a hearty breakfast to get your energy levels up, and you’re going to need it. Day 2 on the classic Inca Trail is generally regarded as the toughest day, as we have a steep ascent ahead of us. We’ll be following the Inca Trail along a route that was sacred to the Incas, as it rises up into the Apus, where the mountain spirits dwell.  

After a few hours hiking, we will reach the highest pass on the trail, known as Abra de Wa...

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  • Meals Included: All Included
  • Camps: Chaquicocha Camp
inca Trail camping
Accesnig to Warmiwañusca
Resting at the trail
Lunch
Runkurakay
inca Trail camping
Accesnig to Warmiwañusca

After another energy-filled breakfast, we’ll set off on a relatively gentle uphill trek to our first stop of the day: the archaeological site of Phuyupatamarca, "The City Above the Clouds," located at around 3,680 m. This enchanting Inca ruin features terraced slopes and five small stone baths that contain constant fresh running water during the wet season. From here, we have incredible views of snow-capped peaks in the distance, including Salkantay and Veronica. 

Heading on, we walk up and down a series of Inca steps &nda...

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  • Meals Included: All Included
  • Camps: Wiñay Wayna Camp
Panoramic view of the majestic Wiñaywayna ruins
Starting early the trek to Machu Picchu by the Inca trail
2A beautiful view of the Salkantay mountain with our porter's team.
Taking a look at the ruins on the route of the Inca Trail
Panoramic view of the majestic Wiñaywayna ruins
Starting early the trek to Machu Picchu by the Inca trail

Today we want to get moving as soon as possible, so we’ll wake at 4:30 a.m., have breakfast and then set off along the last section of the trail. We’ll walk for about 1.5 hours until we reach Intipunku (the “Sun Gate”), arriving before the first rays of the sun reach Machu Picchu. From the Sun Gate, at around 7 a.m., we can watch as the sun comes over the mountains, lighting up the surrounding landscape, slowly revealing Machu Picchu and our first sighting of our final destination.  

We will then wal...

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  • Meals Included: Breakfast
  • Accommodations: Hotel Los Portales - Standard double Room with private bathroom
Passengers taking a tour at the Machu Picchu ruins
Wayna Picchu ruins
An early way to Machu Picchu
A majestic panoramic view of the sanctuary of Machu Picchu
Passengers taking a tour at the Machu Picchu ruins
Wayna Picchu ruins

After breakfast enjoy your last day at leisure before your transfer to the airport for your return flight home, via Lima. 

END OF THE SERVICES 

  • Meals Included: Breakfast

WHAT'S INCLUDED

  • Accommodation: 3* Cusco Hotel Los Portales (3 nights), Ayapata Camp (1night), Chaquicocha Camp (1 night), Wiñay Wayna Camp (1night) 
  • Meals: 6 breakfasts, 3 lunch, 3 dinners 
  • Transport: Private or share 
  • Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Inca Trail and Machupicchu  
  • Arrival and departure transfer  
  • Briefing to the tour one day before the trek at 19h00. 
  • An assistant guide for groups of more than 9 people 
  • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities  
  • Professional guide who speaks English 
  • A chef trained for cooking on trekking routes and an assistant cook 
  • Complete set of kitchen equipment and utensils 
  • Dining room equipment which includes tables, chairs, and a dining tent 
  • Water (you need to bring water for the first morning then we will provide you with drinking - previously boiled - water) 
  • Inca trail and Machupicchu entrance fee 
  • Train ticket from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo 
  • Train ticket from Ollantaytambo to Km 82 starting point for the Inca Trail 
  • First aid kit 
  • Round trip bus ticket from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu and back on the second day 
  • 24/7 support and emergency line available throughout the itinerary 

WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED

  • Airfare to and from destination 
  • Minimum medical and emergency evacuation insurance 
  • Trip cancellation insurance or any other travel insurance 
  • Evacuation: in the event of a serious medical injury, we will coordinate with your travel insurance company to arrange evacuation 
  • Visas 
  • Any activity not described in What's Included 
  • Deals on your own 
  • Gratuities 
  • Optional excursions 
  • Personal equipment such as trekking equipment 
  • Camping equipment such as sleeping bag or walking stick 
  • Personal porter who is responsible for carrying your duffel bag. (You will not have access to your duffel bag until your evening campsite) 
  • Damages caused by the client to the bus or to the camping equipment 
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You can check our safety protocols in the following link: https://www.valenciatravelcusco.com/notification/coronavirus-disease-covid-19-travel-alert

We do not include travel or health insurance and we strongly recommend a comprehensive travel insurance for any unexpected circumstances. This is not obligatory, however. An full travel insurance policy that covers cancellations and delays as well as medical insurance.

We suggest that you speak with your doctor to ensure that you are up-to-date with the recommended vaccinations when traveling to the destination. In any case, a negative Coronavirus Molecular Test (PCR) is needed to enter the country.

We suggest that you speak with your doctor to ensure what medications you will need to bring to the destination. Pharmacies and drugstores are common in all cities, however, it is not certain that you will be able to find a specific drug that you can find in your country of origin.

As in any city in the world, there can be pickpockets in crowded places. We suggest being vigilant at all times, but if you are in a group you will always be safer.

We do not include the cost of any domestic or international flight in any of our programs. These services must be booked independently by each guest.

Yes, hotels will charge the cost of a double room as standard, so a single supplement will be charged if you are traveling alone.

VA Expeditions is supported by Valencia Travel, a company with more than 12 years of foundation with a solid financial position. We have insurance from the insurance company La Positiva, that supports us and protects our guests from any eventuality at the destination, covering our guests for more than 5 million US dollars.

Each trip is customizable, but there may be additional restrictions and expenses in each case. We suggest contacting your sales representative for more information.

Yes, in addition to multi-day programs, we offer half-day experiences and excursions without overnight, which you can purchase as additional services. In case you wish to purchase one of these services, you can ask your guide, the transfer representative or your sales representative to provide you with the support you need.

Yes, you can add additional or optional services to your regular tour. We appreciate contacting your sales representative for any changes you wish to make.

Yes, you can travel with children and we have many activities to do as a family, however, depending on your itinerary, some experiences can be a bit demanding for young children. As a recommendation, we suggest that you ask your sales consultant if the tour you wish to book is suitable for children.

We work with a maximum group size of 12 passengers for sustainability reasons and a more personaized experience.

We suggest making your reservations at least one month before your trip in order to reserve the best hotels, transportation and services for your travel dates, however, in last minute cases, we can reserve up to 15 days in advance.

We suggest consulting with your embassy to review any documents, tests or special visa you need for your trip.

The official currency in Peru is the peruvian sol (PEN). In large cities there is a good chance that you will find ATMs or ATMs, however, we suggest that you do not rely entirely on this solution, as it may not be enabled to work with your bank.

Yes, we cater for all special dietary requirements. Please let us know at the time of booking if you have any allergies or special dietary needs.

As a sustainable travel company, we are in constant search of how we can improve the sustainability of our operations, that is why we carry out the following activities to generate a fair and sustainable development in our areas of operation: https://valenciatravelcusco.com/pages/sustainability

Tips are not included in the cost of the tour. You should plan to tip 10% in restaurants and for your guided services, however, tipping is never required.

Cultural norms vary within each Latin American country, even within each city within the country, however, we recommend the following measures to have a pleasant visit in each destination: Latin American culture in general tends to be closer and more informal than in others cultures, so there is usually always a friendly approach in all conversations, and going directly to the point could be considered offensive to some people. Personal space can be much shorter as well, but without being interpreted as sexual in nature. 

The schedules are also usually more relaxed and informal, however, this is not the case of VA EXPEDITIONS / VALENCIA TRAVEL, since we will always respect the hours indicated in your itinerary. This may be different for other appointments that you can book on your own at other locations.

This depends on each itinerary, and will be indicated in the detail of the day. However, our itineraries always usually include free times to offer more flexibility to our guests. 

For any emergency, we appreciate contacting the following number: +51 979 706 464

At VA Expeditions we believe that every action we take should generate a positive impact on the communities and the environment of our entire production chain, which is why we carry out various activities focused on this objective. Please ask your travel specialist for more information on our sustainable programs.

All our guests have 24/7 support for any type of emergency or eventuality. For emergencies you can contact the following number: +51 979 706 464. For general inquiries, you can write to us at the following email: info@valenciatravelcusco.com 

This depends on each itinerary, but generally is a ratio of one guide for every nine guests.

This depends on the type of the type of Travel insurance that the passenger has. We recommend that you have a comprehensive travel insurance policy for better care and hospital facilities.

The tours are carried out by an expert team that has determined the optimal times of visits to make the most of our guests' time, without rushing. All our programs are customizable, so if at any time at the destination you want to adjust the pace of the trip, you can ask your guide to reach a consensus with the whole group in case you need to make adjustments to the pace of the trip.

Each trip is customizable, but there may be additional restrictions and expenses in each case. We suggest contacting your sales representative for more information.

Yes, you can safely store any luggage at your  hotel.

For city tours, there are public bathrooms available, in remote destinations bathroom facilities are more sparse.

In the mountains and remote places there is no Internet connection. Hotels and public places usually have WIFI available.

In cities and tourist centers you will have good telephone reception. In remote areas, there may be no cell phone reception.

It depends on each itinerary. We suggest contacting your account representative to give you specific information regarding your  program.

We suggest that you bring a refillable water bottle or purchase bottled water if necessary. Depending on your destination, at various points on your trip there will be places where you can fill your water bottle.

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