Machu Picchu
DESCRIPTION:
Walk in the footsteps of the Inca on one of the world's oldest pilgrimages on our classic Inca Trail tour. This 4-day hike is 26 miles along Inca Trail and is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. You'll hike up to 13,800 feet in altitude passing Inca ruins and spectacular Andean vistas along the way. To acclimatize for the trek, we will spend a few days in the Sacred Valley exploring Inca ruins.
PRICE INCLUDES:
The package provides a private bus from Cusco to the start of the trail, Inca Trail & Machu Picchu entrance fees 2018: 345 Peruvian Soles (S/.292 + S/.53 sales tax) which is about US$108. Prices for 2019 yet to be announced. New Inca Trail "conservation" tax S/.20 per person, English speaking professional guide (two guides for groups over 8 persons),4 Person dome igloo tents - 2 persons per tent with plenty of space for your backpacks, Double thickness foam sleeping mattress & mattress cover (weighs just under 1kg, we provide but you have to carry),Cooking equipment, dining table, chairs, all plates, cups, cutlery, Experienced cook. Meals also include (4 breakfasts, 4 hot lunches, 4 hot dinners) - food includes pancakes, omelettes, soups, fresh fruit, avocado, pasta, chicken, fish, meat, rice, all rich in carbohydrates and suitable for trekking, hot drinks including coca leaf tea which is excellent for the altitude. Teatime everyday (tea, coffee, biscuits, popcorn). Porters will be provided (to carry the tents, food, and cooking equipment) & Porters trek permits, Dining tent, Kitchen tent, & accommodation for our porters and cooks, First aid kit including emergency oxygen bottle, Bus from Machu Picchu ruins down to the village of Aguas Calientes US$12 (many companies don't include this), Tourist train from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo (Peru Rail Expedition service 84 or similar US$70). Prices for 2019 yet to be announced. Lastly the Private bus from Ollantaytambo to Cusco and The price of the trek includes all local sales taxes.
http://www.perutreks.com/inca_trail_to_machu_picchu.html
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Good to ideal period to travel, and many people choose to visit at this time.
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A chance for unpredictable weather but with fewer visitors.
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Typically not offered during this period because of weather conditions.
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Classic Inca Trail
$650
4
days
Day 1: 7.8 mi
First take a bus from Ollantaytambo to Kilometer 82 (9000 ft) where the trek will begin at about 10:00 AM. Hike the first 3 miles along the south bank of the River Urubamba to a lunch spot, near the ruins of Llactapata (8692 ft). After lunch, continue south along the river Cusichaca, climbing gently. Camp at Huayllabamba (9691 ft).
Day 2: 5.1 mi
This is the most difficult day. Begin hiking about 7:00 AM and hike about 5 1/2 hours to our lunch spot. The trail follows the River Llullucha, climbing steeply nearly 4000 ft through forests and plains to the highest point on the trek, Warmiwañusca pass (Dead Women's pass), at (13,776 ft). Lunch is provided shortly after the pass. Then another 1½ hours of easy walking to our camp at Pacaymayo (11,833 ft), near to Runkuraqay, where we'll cook dinner.
Day 3: 4.5 mi
On the third day, the trail climbs gently up two passes. Depart ~ 7:00 AM and hike about an hour to the rounded ruins of Runkuracay (12,470 ft). Continue up the second pass and back down to the ruins of Sayacmarca (11,742 ft). These ruins offer spectacular views in nearly every direction. From here, climb gently up the third and final pass through lush cloud forests to the ruins of Phuyupatamarca ("Cloud-Level Town"). Camp at Phuyupatamarca (11,930 ft) or continue downhill to the ruins of Winay Wayna.
Day 4: 6.9 mi
This day is mostly downhill along with steep, stone steps. Have an early breakfast and hike the remaining 6.9 miles (approx 5-7 hours) to Machu Picchu. Arrive at Inti Punku, the Gate of the Sun, entrance to Machu Picchu at (7875 ft) in the afternoon for a guided tour. Hikers camping at Winay Wayna on Day 3 will reach the ruins in the early morning instead. Then a short bus trip to Aguas Calientes for a hot shower in our hotel. All travelers will have the opportunity to return to Machu Picchu before dawn on the following day to watch the sunrise and spending the full morning exploring the glorious ruins of Machu Picchu!
Important Details:
PASSPORT DETAILS REQUIRED
Full passport details are required at the time of booking in order to purchase Entrance fees to certain sites. Additionally, on certain trips, it's needed to book bus, train or flight tickets. Delays to provide this information may result in booking fees or changes to your itinerary.
INCA TRAIL PERMITS
Inca Trail permits are sold on request basis only. Once a deposit is paid and passport details provided, Intrepid will endeavor to secure a permit for you.
If Inca Trail permits are unavailable by the time you book, you can opt to hike the Inca Quarry Trail instead https://www.intrepidtravel.com/machu-picchu-peru/quarry-trail
The Inca Trail closes in February to allow cleaning and restoration works. If the trek portion of your trip starts in February you will be automatically booked to hike the Inca Quarry Trail.
Should you choose not to hike at all, please let us know in writing at the time of booking so alternative arrangements can be made. Without this prior warning, local fees may apply.