About the trip
Camping (3 nts). with All Meals Inca Trail guided hike with cooks and porters (4 days). Guided tour of Machu Picchu. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.Camping (3 nts). with Breakfast
Highlights
- Pass rambling rivers and small villages, Take in scenic mountain views, Hike through the cloud forest, Visit ancient ruins, See Machu Picchu at sunrise, Porters and guides hired from local communities.
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Machu Picchu
- Inca Trail guided hike with cooks and porters (4 days). Guided tour of Machu Picchu. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
Machu Picchu
- Inca Trail guided hike with cooks and porters (4 days). Guided tour of Machu Picchu. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
Day-wise Itinerary
ExpandDay 1: Cusco/inca Trail
- Trek through beautiful scenery, with a variety of flora that changes with the seasons, passing several smaller ruin sites like Llactapata.
- A crew of local porters, cooks, and guides will take care of all the details for the duration of the hike. Porters carry the majority of the gear so you’ll only need to carry a small daypack with water, rain gear, snacks, a camera, etc.
Day 2: Inca Trail
Start early to climb the long steep path to Warmiwañusca, better known as Dead Woman’s Pass. This is the highest point of the trek at 4,198m (13,769 ft). Most hikers reach camp by early afternoon, with ample time to rest and relax.
Day 3: Inca Trail
- Cross two more passes and ruins on today's trek. The first pass is Runquraqay at 3,950m (13,113 ft) where, on a clear day, hikers can catch a glimpse of the snow-capped Cordillera Vilcabamba. Hike through the cloud forest on a gentle climb to the second pass of the day, walking through original Incan constructions. The highest point of the pass is 3,700m (12,136 ft). On a clear day, enjoy the spectacular views of the Urubamba Valley.
- At 3,650m (11,972 ft), reach the ruins of Phuyupatamarca, the "town above the clouds." Camp here or go another 1.5 hrs to the Wiñay Wayna ruins ("forever young") located at 2,650m (8,694 ft).
Day 4: Machu Picchu/cusco
The final day of the hike starts pre-dawn to reach the Sun Gate before sunrise. Catch the first views of the breathtaking ruins of Machu Picchu on a clear day. Hike down for a guided tour of the site before returning to Cusco in the evening where the tour ends upon arrival.
