This great package starts with a private guided archaeological tour of the
Inca Capital of Cusco and rafting trip into the Sacred Valley of the Inca.
Here we set the tone for the spectacular Inca trail hike into the Andean
mountains where your guide, porters & cook will manage the trip while you
enjoy the beauty of the fauna and the seldom viewed archaeological ruins of
the Inca. The hike is not complete until you arrive into Machu Picchu where
your guide will explain the history and myths that surround this
archaeological wonder. To top the experience of a lifetime off, you will
overnight at or near Machu Picchu.
Day 1 - arrive Lima
Depart from your home city arrive into Lima where you will be met and transferred to your hotel in Miraflores for your overnight.
Day 2 - Lima - Cuzco - Cuzco City & Archaeological tour of Sacsayhauman
Our staff will transfer you to the airport for your short flight to Cuzco where you will be met
and escorted to your hotel. Relax the remainder of the morning with a cup of the local tea to
help acclimate to the 11,400 ft. altitude of Cuzco. In the afternoon our guide will meet you at
your hotel and take you to the historical and archaeological sites inside the City of Cuzco and
to the most important archaeological ruins of Kenko, Tambo Machay, Pucapucara and Sacsayhauman.
Return to your hotel in the early evening. (BB)
Day 3 - Cuzco - Choice of RAFTING or PISAC MARKET / Ollantaytambo
Morning departure for a day of rafting on the Urubamba River through the Sacred Valley of the
Inca. OR you may choose to take the tour bus route to the Pisac market for shopping and later
to the Ollantaytambo Fortress. Afternoon remain in the Sacred Valley. Overnight at the hotel. (BB/L)
Day 4 - Cuzco - Inca Trail
You will be met at your hotel in Cuzco and transfer by bus to the town of Chilca and the starting
point of your trek. All the camping gear is carried by our staff giving you the time to enjoy the
beautiful scenic views of the Andean mountains. After a short hike you will be registered into the
National Park at Llactapata. You will then continue your hike along the Cusichaca river and on into
the Amazon basin of your first camp site near Huayllabamba. (B/L/D)
Day 5 - Inca Trail
The preparation for the day will begin after breakfast for the most difficult and steepest part of
your trek. Today you will climb through part of the mountain forest and then up to the point of
Llullupampa. After your climb to the Warmihuanunca Pass (13,490 ft.) You will get your first
glimpse of the snow-capped Vilcabamba range. After a brief time to absorb the incredible
surroundings you will descend into the orchid zone where a waterfall can viewed nearby.
The second night of camp will be set near the Inca outpost of Pacasmayo, where the ruins can be
observed. (B/L/D)
Day 6 - Inca Trail
The day starts by climbing to the 13,000 ft pass and the ruins of Runcuracay. As you descend into
the rainforest you will notice a change in the vegetation. The hike then leads into the ruins of
Sayajmarca and into an Inca tunnel opening at the ruins of Phuyupatamarca, where your camp will be set.
Here you will have time to explore the area and prepare for the final day of your hike. (B/L/D)
Day 7 - Inca Trail - Machu Picchu
The final day of your journey takes you on a rapid decent through the cloud forest and to the
ruins of Winay Wayna. As your anticipation of reaching the celestial site grows greater and greater
with every step, your tired body is rejuvenated knowing that only a few more steps and turns on
the Inca highway will etch a significant memorable day in our life. The trail continues onward
leading you to Inti Punku,"The Gate of The Sun." Here you will get your first magnificent view of
the forgotten city of Machu Picchu. You will have time to admire the incredible view before making
decent into the huge coliseum like stadium of the Inca. Here our staff will explain the history
and the myths of this archaeological site. Afterwards, you will be transferred by bus to the base of Machu Picchu and
the town of Aguas Calientes for the remainder of the day on your own. Ovenight at the hotel. (B)
( Note: Overnight at Sanctuary Lodge incl. BB/L/D, the Pueblo Hotel incl. BB & D )
Day 8 - Machu Picchu - Cuzco
Today you will have the full day to explore Machu Picchu and its surroundings on your own.
We suggest to take a picnic basket on a short hike to Wayna Picchu where you can get a final birds
eye view of the great site. In the afternoon you will depart by Visadome train with many memories
that pictures will never tell. After your return to Cuzco you will be transferred to your hotel.
( BB ) Note: 2nd day re-entry into Machu Picchu not incl.
Day 9 - Cuzco - Lima
Our staff will meet and transfer you to the Cuzco airport for your flight to Lima where you will transfer
on your own to your departing flight out of Peru. (BB)
| Class |
Rating |
View Hotels in Class |
| Tourist |
 |
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$1799 |
$1539 |
$1459 |
| First |
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$1939 |
$1579 |
$1499 |
| First |
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$2069 |
$1649 |
$1569 |
| First |
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$2429 |
$1919 |
N/A |
| First |
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$3139 |
$2299 |
$1999 |
| First |
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$3479 |
$2439 |
$2159 |
| Executive |
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$4299 |
$2809 |
N/A |
INCA TRAIL MAP & PHOTO ROUTE.
NOTE : All Inca Trail treks are opperated in SILVER CLASS/FIRST CLASS service.
NOTE : All hotels include either Continental or Buffet breakfast.
Not included : International air, visas, departure taxes, additional meals / incidentals.
Note room type: BV = Best View; CR = Colonial; DR = Deluxe; JS = Junior Suite.
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