7 Day – Clasic Inca Trail to Machupicchu
Machu Picchu the ruins to avoid the crowds and see the sun illuminating
INCLUDED:
- Flight from Lima to Cusco and to Lima.
- Professional, English-speaking local guides and camp staff
- Meals as indicated
- Plentiful, nutritious meals and snacks while on the trek (vegetarian option available)
- All hotel and camping accommodations (double & single shared basis)
- All transfers in private van
- Entrance fees for Inca Trail, Machu Picchu and all scheduled tours and archaeological sites
- Porters to carry camping equipment and any excess gear
- Tents – two or three person
- Air mattresses
- Kitchen, dining and latrine tent
- Hot water in the morning for washing
- Drinking water throughout the trek
- 1Bus tickets between Machu Picchu and MachuPicchu Town
- Train ticket back to Ollantaytambo – Vista Dome train
- First aid and oxygen bottle
LIMA – CUSCO
In the morning you will be taken to the airport for your flight to Cusco, center of the Inca Empire. Magical Tours Peru Washi guide will pick you up at the airport, stopping for a quick tour of the colonial Plaza de Armas before taking you to your hotel in the Sacred Valley. (B,L)
SACRED VALLEY – HUAYLLABAMBA / Camp
You wake up early this morning for the bus ride to (Km 82), where your Inca Trail trek begins. After meeting our porters you cross the Urubamba River by bridge. Continuing along the winding path between the sloping banks of the river, you have a stunning view of the Vilcanota mountain range and Mt. Veronica (18,745 feet). The route travels through the narrow Cusichaca valley, with slopes that show the clear imprint of an ancient culture and its agriculture practices. Later, you’ll arrive at the small indigenous community of Huayllabamba (9,694 ft.), to camp for the night. (B,L,D)
Hiking Details: 7.46 miles; approximately 5 hours hiking Altitude max/min: from 8,761 ft. to 9,694 ft. (camping at 9,694 ft.)HUAYLLABAMBA – PACAYMAYO / Camp
Along the trail, through the narrow hanging valley, you begin to see a cloud forest where the Quenua tree grows, a rarity of the Andes. From here, your Inca Trail trek ascends steeply to large pampas and continues to Dead Woman’s Pass, the highest pass on the Inca Trail at 13,829 ft. After a short break, you’ll begin the descent to where you will camp overnight at Pacaymayo (10,991 ft.). (B,L,D)
Hiking Details: 6.83 miles; approximately 7-8 hours hiking Altitude max/min: from 9,694 ft. to 13,829 ft. (camping at 10,991 ft.)PACAYMAYO – PHUYUPATAMARCA/Camp
Today’s Magical tours take you through most of the archaeological ruins seen along the Inca Trail. The first is Runkuracay. At this small resting place, you’ll visit the ruins before reaching a second pass and then gradually climbing towards the second highest pass on the trek (12,973 ft.). Here you’ll have a spectacular view of the Cordillera of Vilcanota. After a break, you’ll descend towards the Inca village of Sayacmarca (11,850 ft.). Along the way, you observe a marvel of Inca engineering, and then come upon the beautiful ruins of Phuyupatamarca (11,975 ft.) where you’ll camp for the night. (B,L,D)
Hiking Details: 6.83 miles; approximately 7 hours hiking Altitude max/min: from 10,991 ft. to 12,973 ft. (camping at 11,975 ft.)PHUYUPATAMARCA – MACHU PICCHU
Today’s Magical trekking begins by passing the Phuyupatamarca ruins and then follows the flagstone trail that winds sharply down into the cloud forest leading to the ruins of Wiñay Wayna (8,855 feet). Wiñay Wayna is located along the same watercourse as Phuyupatamarca and contains well-restored Inca ruins. After two more hours of trekking the Inca Trail, you pass through a cloud forest and then arrive at your long-awaited destination, Machu Picchu (7,970 feet), entering through Intipunku, the Sun Gate. After great photos we will take the bus to your hotel in Machu Picchu Town.
MACHU PICCHU
We will take the bus to Machu Picchu the ruins to avoid the crowds and see the sun illuminating the walls of this sacred and magical place. Exploring the mountain citadel of Machu Picchu (7,875 ft.) for about 4 hours. Late Lunch Included near the Ruins. Spend the remain of the day climbing to the gate of the SUN or to the Inca Gate, returning in the late afternoon to the hotel at the town of Machu Picchu and a delicious dinner of regional cuisine included at the Indio Feliz restaurant. (B, L, D)
MACHU PICCHU – CHINCHEROS MARKET – CUSCO
Start the day with the unforgettable experience a Machu Picchu sunrise, the best time for photographing the ruins. Continue your explorations, climbing to the sacred peak of Huayna Picchu or walking through cloud forest vegetation to reach the Temple of the Moon. Return to the train station for a ride back to Ollantaytambo where you will meet your driver who will take you to the Chincheros artisan market. Here, local artisans explain their craft of textile work, describing their traditional ways of shearing, processing, dyeing, and weaving from alpaca wool. After some last minute shopping, return to Cusco where you are transferred to your hotel (B, L)
INCA TRAIL TREK DETAILS
The Machu Picchu and Inca Trail Tours consist of five to six hours of hiking per day. Plenty of time is allowed for you to set your own pace. You are expected to carry only a small daypack with your camera, spare film, water bottle, and rain gear. Porters carry additional clothing, personal effects, and the camping equipment. All trekkers are provided with a North Face tent and air mattress sleeping pad. Free from the weight of a large pack, you have more time for photography, observation, and exciting discovery on this Inca Trail Peru tour.
You will awake early in the morning to a fresh cup of tea brought to your tent, along with a bowl of hot water for washing. Expert trail cooks, with years of experience, will prepare your meals using fresh vegetables, beef, and chicken. Vegetarian offerings are also available.
Trekking begins around 8am and most of the day’s distances are covered before lunchtime. We aim to arrive at the campsite by mid – afternoon, giving you plenty of time to unpack for the night and to enjoy your surroundings. You have ample time to walk at your own pace and take in the fascinating surroundings. This Inca Trail Hike is a trekker’s dream.
- Comfortable walking shoes and shoes you can hike in.
- Waterproof Jacket and pants
- Wind proof jacket, mostly clothes for mild weather 60-70 degrees F. Warm jacket, hat and gloves for high altitude evenings.
- Good camera and extra battery and memory card
- Good flash light
- 220/ 110V ( plug) adaptor
- Insect repellent (you can buy it there if needed)
- Sun block, sunglasses, hat
- Some school supplies to share with the children while visiting communities. (Pencils, Pens, notebooks etc.)
- International airfares.
- Most Dinners.
- Extra beverages.
- Tips. (bellmen, waiters, guides, cooks, drivers)
