The Inca trail is one of the unforgettable experiences you can have in the Andes: the different landscapes, microclimates, beautiful views at snow capped mountains and into green valleys in the atmosphere of old Inca times. You visit various archaeological sites and have the option for an overnight stay in Aguas Calientes

ITINERARY

DAY 1: ARRIVAL IN CUSCO

Transfer from Cusco airport or point of arrival to hotel of choice. Accommodate on double or triple bedroom with a private bathroom. Rest and adapt to altitude.

Meals included: None

DAY 2: FREE DAY IN CUSCO

Meals included: Breakfast at hotel

DAY 3: INCA TRAIL / KM 82 - HUAYLLABAMBA

Pick-up from your hotel, transport to KM 82, start walking about 5-6 hours. We first see the Inca terraces of Patallaqta, and then end up in Huayllabamba for the first camp.

Meals Included: Lunch and dinner

DAY 4: INCA TRAIL / HUAYLLABAMBA - PACAYMAYU

The hardest part of the trail starts this morning when we walk from 3000m to the Warmiwañusca pass at 4200m. Then descend to the camp in Pacaymayu. Total walking time 6-7 hours.

Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

DAY 5: INCA TRAIL / PACAYMAYU - WINAY WAYNA

Start of a beautiful day with visits of the archaeological sites of Runkurakay, Sayacmarca, Conchamarca and Puyupatamarca before entering the complex of Wiñaywayna. If lucky, we have beautiful panoramic views of snow-capped mountains in the area. Campsite near the ruins.

Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

DAY 6: INCA TRAIL / WINAYWAYNA - MACHU PICCHU

An early start to the Sungate, to try to see the sun entering Machu Picchu. Guided visit of the most important parts of the ruins. If you like you can climb the Wayna Picchu Mountain. Return to Cusco in the afternoon, optional overnight stay in Aguas Calientes.

Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

DAY 7 TRANSFER TO CUSCO AIRPORT OR POINT OF DEPARTURE.

Meals Included: Breakfast at your hotel

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INCLUDED:

• 3 nights at hotel in Cusco
• Meals where indicated
• Transportation to the listed visitor sites
• Transportation from and back to the airports
• Local Certified bilingual guides
  

INCLUDED IN THE TREK:

• Pickup from the hotel
• Guide in English and Spanish
• Cook
• Tents double and triple
• Cooking tent and equipment (clients carry their backpacks and mattresses. Personal porter at extra cost)
• Meals from lunch first day until breakfast last day
• Porters to carry the food and equipments
• Inca Trail and Machu Picchu entrance fees
• Return train ticket Aguas Calientes-Cusco in Backpacker’s Class
  

NOT INCLUDED IN THE TREK:

• Porter to carry your personal equipment
• Sleeping Bag