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Day1-Morning you will be met by your guide and transfer to the Ollantaytambo train station for the train departing at ( 9:45 a.m.) After your arrival to K.104 you will depart the train and your journey on the Inca Trail will begin. After a short hike the first point of interest is the archaeological site of Chachabamba, which ascends through the ruins of Choquesuysuy that will later lead to Winay Wayna. After a couple hours of hiking a picnic style lunch will be prepared as you can enjoy the tranquil surroundings of the Andean mountains. Later continue a short distance on a rapid descent that takes you through the cloud forest where a variety of flowers and tropical vegetation, mosses & tree ferns as well as a small waterfall escort you to the magical ruins of Winay Wayna. Here there are several baths and newly uncovered terraces. After a time to appreciate the Incas skill we will continue further on the trail towards to the base town of Aguas Calientes and the hotel of choice. ( box L ) ( 3 star hostel incl. ** UPGRADES available at add on costs )
Day 2-Early morning departure by foot to the top of the Machu Picchu site for the rising sun. On your arrival into Machu Picchu several large rock structures or temples are along the path to which the guide will point out as you make your way into the "coliseum" like site. As you arrive your guide will explain the history and the myths that surround this archaeological wonder. Several ideas or possibilities have been noted of this massive archaeological complex of acropolis proportion. Wether this site was a pre Incan, a previous leaders sanctuary for his retirement, maybe a location for the virgins to be separated from the kingdom and used as wives for the Inca rulers or even sacrificial for the gods. It seems that the world will never know. Time will permit as well to hike to the top of Huayna Picchu, visit the Inti Punku Pass (Gate of the Sun ) or explore and take more photographs of the area. In the late afternoon you will bid farewell to the lost city of Machu Picchu and proceed to the Aguas Calientes train station where you will board the ( 3:00 p.m. ) Vistadome train for your return to Cuzco. After your arrival into the Cuzco train station ( 6:45 -7:00 p.m. ) our staff will meet and transfer you to the hotel of choice. ( CB )
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INCA TRAIL ~ SILVER CLASS 2 days & 1 night ( $28.00 Permit not incl. ) |
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QUAD |
| Includes : Guide, lunch & gear, round trip train to / from Machu Picchu | $ 329.00 | $ 299.00 | $ 279.00 |
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Day 1-Our staff will meet and transfer you in the morning by private bus ( 8:30 a.m. ) and guide into the Sacred Valley of the Inca. After reaching Pisac you will continue to the incredible archaeological site that sits high above the Indian Market town. Here some of the Incas finest structures are viewed even that compared to Machu Picchu. There is a Intihuantana group of temple structures, Reloj Solar or "Hitching Post of the Sun." You can also view the a "military area"known as Q’Allaqasa and Kanchiracay where the land workers were housed. The view of the surrounding valley is so incredible that on clear day it seems you can see to the edge of the earth. After a time here you will proceed to the Pisac Market for the annual show where many of the local Indians sell & barter their hand made textiles, home grown fruits & vegetables. After a hour & half of mingling with the locals you will proceed to a local restaurant for lunch. Afterwards continue to Calca, in the same Valley, where we begin to ascend into the northern area of the highlands chain before the Jungle region. Here you will we'll see different small towns and a variety of nature levels. The highest point will be of approx.12000 feet. ( The highest point ) In the late afternoon you will arrive to Lares about one hour down from the high pass. Here you will have camp set close the hot springs or thermal pools for the night. ( L/D ) ( camp )
Day 2-After breakfast, our expedition takes us on a short hike in the surrounding area near by waterfalls and a cave where we have recently discovered several "pictroglyphs" of llamas painted high atop a wall. The location is remote and as well was undocumented until our TAMBO crew happened upon it last year. We have kept it a secret until the final research was completed by a local museum crew. The paintings consist of two ( 2 sets ) of llamas standing side by side. ( one of 5 the other of 6. ) The origins are either Inca or pre - Inca and their findings lean to the older. There was only one other previously documented finding similar to this in the area according to the local museum staff. Afterwards we can return to the base camp to relax in the thermal hot springs and have our lunch. After lunch the afternoon will be dedicated to view the plentiful orchids and other plant life that is somewhat unique to this remote area. The fauna and scenery that exists in this area is breathtaking. You can as well spend time fishing for local species of trout camp site will be near the thermal pools. Overnight in Laras. ( B/L/D ) ( camp )
Day 3-Morning a last dip in the hot springs and enjoy the variety of beautiful orchid surroundings. Afterwards proceed into the valley and continue to Ollantaytambo the oldest continuously habituated town of the Inca. Here there are several structures of importance to the Inca. At the top of the sixteen massive terraces are the ever impressive ruins of Ollantaytambo Fortress where it is known the Inca fought some of their strongest battles. The huge precisely carved stones were transported somehow by hundreds of men down one mountain range to the Ollantaytambo location and fitted perfectly to support a strategic fortress that has bared the test of time. There is as well the "silos" or grain mills that are directly adjacent to the fortress and were to have maintained thousands of pounds of grain for the Inca and its people. Remain in Ollantaytambo and transfer to the hotel.
Or return to Cuzco or transfer to the Sacred Valley. ( B/L ) ( Hotel NOT included )
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LARAS TRIP ~ SILVER CLASS 3 days & 2 nights ( base camp ) |
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| Includes : Guide, cook, meals & gear, transfers from Cuzco or Sacred Valley | $ 559.00 | $ 519.00 | $ 469.00 |
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Day 1-A mid morning departure by private bus to the starting point at k. 82. in Chilca. After a short hike you will enter into the National Park at Llactapata where you will be registered and the porters will be adjusted for the proper weights of all the equipment. At one time this was used as utilitarian center of large settlement of farming terraces which probably supplied the other Inca trail sites.( All the camping gear is carried by our staff giving you the time to enjoy the beautiful scenic views. Today you will get your first taste of the environment with all the diversity of plants as you hike along the Cusichaca river then on to Huayllabamba which leads into the Amazon basin. All the camping gear is carried by our staff giving you the time to enjoy the beautiful scenic views like the snow capped peak of Mt Veronica that tops out at 19,200 ft. As you make your way through the most intricate pre-Columbian highway system of the Americas (some say the world) you will continue to the village of Huayllabamba, as a steeper climb takes you through part of a mountain forest & up to the point of Llulluchapampa at ( 12,500 ft.) Here you will get your first glimpse of the Vilcabamba range as you settle in for the day and the camp site will be set by the porters at Llulluchapampa. ( Camp ) ( L/D )
Day 2-After a early breakfast the most difficult part climb of this Inca Trail is the ( 13,776 ft. ) Warmihuanunca Pass, this point is the highest part of the trip and from here the rest of the trip will be a down hill hike. After a brief moment to catch your breath and take some fabulous photos with your heads in the clouds you will descend into a area known as the orchid zone and continue towards the Inca outpost of Pacasmayo. After time is spent for a healthy lunch you will continue climbing a series of Inca steps and proceed towards the and the ruins of Runcuracay. ( 12,172 ft. ) Today’s camp will be set adjacent to a plateau and a small lake where clouds slumber by and time stands still. ( Camp) (B/L/D)
Day 3-The day starts by climbing of the Inca steps to and passing the ruins of Runcuracay and the 12,172 ft. pass. As we descend into the rainforest you will notice a change in the vegetation. Here a variety of colorful plant life is abundant as well as temperatures are several degrees warmer from the higher pass. Our hike then leads us to the archaeological site of Sayajmarca and through an Inca tunnel opening at Phuyupatamarca ruins, ( 12,000 ft. ) where our camp will be set. (Camp) ( B/L/D )
Day 4-After a crisp fresh awakening to the breeze flowing through the mountains we enjoy the prepared breakfast and give respect to the mother earth for the gifts she bares. A rapid descent takes you through the cloud forest where a variety of flowers and tropical vegetation, mosses & tree ferns escort you to the magical ruins of Winay Wayna. Here there are several baths and newly uncovered terraces. In the anticipation of continuing on the trail your hearts may begin to pound from the excitement that awaits your every step and breath as you approach the fabled citadel. Just as you are to make your final turn and approach the trails entry a sigh of relief to know the reward is only a few steps further as you enter into Inti Punku Pass or "The Gate of The Sun." Here you will get your first magnificent view of the forgotten city of Machu Picchu. As you proceed downward into Machu Picchu large rock structures or temples are along the path to which the guide will point out as you make your way into "coliseum" like site. As you arrive your guide will explain the history and the myths that surround this archaeological wonder. Several ideas or possibilities have been noted of this massive archaeological complex of acropolis proportion. Weather this site was a pre Incan, a previous leaders sanctuary for his retirement, maybe a location for the virgins to be separated from the kingdom and used as wives for the Inca rulers or even sacrificial for the gods. It seems that the world will never know. After your tour transfer by bus to the base of Machu Picchu and the town of Aguas Calientes and the Hatuchay Tower where lunch will be served.( 1:30 - 2:00 p.m.) Remainder of the day on your own. In the late afternoon you will bid farewell to the lost city of Machu Picchu and proceed to the Aguas Calientes train station where you will board the ( 3:00 p.m. ) auto wagon train for your return to Cuzco. After your arrival into the Cuzco train station ( 6:45 -7:00 p.m. ) our staff will meet and transfer you to the Hotel. ( B ) ( OPTION to STAY overnight at local hotel available NOT INCLUDED )
Day 2-After a early breakfast the most difficult part climb of this Inca Trail is the ( 13,776 ft. ) Warmihuanunca Pass, this point is the highest part of the trip and from here the rest of the trip will be a down hill hike. After a brief moment to catch your breath and take some fabulous photos with your heads in the clouds you will descend into a area known as the orchid zone and continue towards the Inca outpost of Pacasmayo. After time is spent for a healthy lunch you will continue climbing a series of Inca steps and proceed towards the and the ruins of Runcuracay. ( 12,172 ft. ) Today’s camp will be set adjacent to a plateau and a small lake where clouds slumber by and time stands still. ( Camp) (B/L/D)
Day 3-The day starts by climbing of the Inca steps to and passing the ruins of Runcuracay and the 12,172 ft. pass. As we descend into the rainforest you will notice a change in the vegetation. Here a variety of colorful plant life is abundant as well as temperatures are several degrees warmer from the higher pass. Our hike then leads us to the archaeological site of Sayajmarca and through an Inca tunnel opening at Phuyupatamarca ruins, ( 12,000 ft. ) where our camp will be set. (Camp) ( B/L/D )
Day 4-After a crisp fresh awakening to the breeze flowing through the mountains we enjoy the prepared breakfast and give respect to the mother earth for the gifts she bares. A rapid descent takes you through the cloud forest where a variety of flowers and tropical vegetation, mosses & tree ferns escort you to the magical ruins of Winay Wayna. Here there are several baths and newly uncovered terraces. In the anticipation of continuing on the trail your hearts may begin to pound from the excitement that awaits your every step and breath as you approach the fabled citadel. Just as you are to make your final turn and approach the trails entry a sigh of relief to know the reward is only a few steps further as you enter into Inti Punku Pass or "The Gate of The Sun." Here you will get your first magnificent view of the forgotten city of Machu Picchu. As you proceed downward into Machu Picchu large rock structures or temples are along the path to which the guide will point out as you make your way into "coliseum" like site. As you arrive your guide will explain the history and the myths that surround this archaeological wonder. Several ideas or possibilities have been noted of this massive archaeological complex of acropolis proportion. Weather this site was a pre Incan, a previous leaders sanctuary for his retirement, maybe a location for the virgins to be separated from the kingdom and used as wives for the Inca rulers or even sacrificial for the gods. It seems that the world will never know. After your tour transfer by bus to the base of Machu Picchu and the town of Aguas Calientes and the Hatuchay Tower where lunch will be served.( 1:30 - 2:00 p.m.) Remainder of the day on your own. In the late afternoon you will bid farewell to the lost city of Machu Picchu and proceed to the Aguas Calientes train station where you will board the ( 3:00 p.m. ) auto wagon train for your return to Cuzco. After your arrival into the Cuzco train station ( 6:45 -7:00 p.m. ) our staff will meet and transfer you to the Hotel. ( B ) ( OPTION to STAY overnight at local hotel available NOT INCLUDED )
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INCA TRAIL ~ SILVER CLASS 4 days & 3 nights ( $60.00 Permit not incl. ) |
DOUBLE |
TRIPLE |
QUAD |
| Includes : Guide, porters, cook, meals & all gear Vistadom train to Cuzco | $ 589.00 | $ 569.00 | $ 549.00 |
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Day 1-Morning you will depart by private car and guide from Cuzco on the Abancay road to the Town of Cachora. On the way you will pass the towns of Izcuchaca and Limatambo. Afterwards continue over the Kunyac Bridge and proceed to where you will visit the ruins of Tarawas & Sawite. After clearing the Cachora Pass continue to San Pedro de Cachora where camp will be set in Waqcha Pampas. ( L/D )
Day 2-After a healthy breakfast you will proceed to La Colmena with pack mules to the Pucaira pampas, down to the Apurimac river canyon. Here you will view the Chanchaillu which has a complex of water fountains. Here you will ascend to Wayna Qalli, where the first views of the archaeological site of Chokequirao and impressive Vilcabamba range can be appreciated. Here you will proceed to descend toward Cuca Masana and the beginning of the Amazon basin where a variety of fauna / flora abundantly emerges. After the extended hike the camp will be set near the Rosalina beach.
Camp at Rosalina beach. ( B/L/D )
Day 3-After our breakfast we will set out to be what is the most difficult day of the trek.Starting from our camp we will proceed toward the mountains on the Cusqueno side, toward Maranpata where many varieties of colorful orchids, species of birds and other creatures are known to exist on the basin of the fertile Amazon. As we make our way to the "newly located" site of the Choquekirau ruins, the surroundings become more apparent that we are near our final post for the day above the Apurimac river or as known as the Gold Cradle. Proceed to Raqaypata where you will camp on the banks of the Chunchullmayu river ( B/L/D )
Day 4-After a early sun rise and hearty breakfast the trek takes you approx 1 hour hike to the archaeological compound of Choqueqirao. Here you will be able to walk into the acropolis of eight sectors including the altar of the sun, Andean terraces, barns, Qolqas and plazas. After some time is spent to appreciate this latest Inca wonder you will have additional free time and later proceed for the trek back down to Rosalina beach were the camp again will be spent. ( B/L/D )
Day 5-After breakfast the gear will be packed and the we will depart the area hiking back to Cachora. Along the way a excellent view of the Apurimac river as well as the site of Wayna Qalli is a viewable appreciation toward the canyon. Here the private bus will be waiting here for the transfer into the Urubamba Valley then to Ollantaytambo the oldest continuously habituated town of the Inca. Here there are several structures of importance to the Inca. At the top of the sixteen massive terraces are the ever impressive ruins of Ollantaytambo Fortress where it is known the Inca fought some of their fiercest & strongest battles. The huge precisely carved stones were transported somehow by hundreds of men down one mountain range to the Ollantaytambo location and fitted perfectly to support a strategic fortress that has bared the test of time. Also found here are "silos" or grain mills that are directly adjacent to the fortress and were to have maintained thousands of pounds of grain for the Inca and its people. Some of which was most likely produced by the surrounding agricultural terracing where a variety of crops were grown. Return to Cuzco or transfer to the Sacred Valley. ( B/L ) ( Hotel NOT included )
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