The famous Inka trail to machu picchu is a particular trek in the worl, the trail sets out from at Kilometer 82 of the Cusco-Quillabamba railway, and takes three to four days of tough hiking. The route runs through an impressive range of altitudes, where climates and eco-systems range from the high Andean plain down to the cloud forests. The trail climbs up through two highland passes (the higher of the two, Warmiwañuska, lies at 4,200 masl) before reaching Machu Picchu through the Inti Punku or Gateway of the Sun. One of the attractions of the trail is that it winds past carved granite Inca settlements (Wiñay Wayna, Phuyupatamarca), and is surrounded by breath-taking natural scenery. The forests abound in hundreds of species of orchids, brightly-colored birds and dream-like landscapes, the ideal complement to this indispensable hikers' route.

DETAILED ITINERARY

1th Day.-

Excursion: MAJESTIC INCA TRAIL 4DAYS / 3 NICHTS
Our excursion starts at 7:00 a.m., when we are going to pick you up from your hotel, then we will travel in the bus for around 3 hours until we reach km 82, the point where we will start the hike that will be 5 hours to the camping site that is in Huayllabamba.(3, 100 m,a,s.l/ 10,170 ft). On the way we will visit the archaeological sites of Patallaqta and Wayracpunco, landscapes with mountains and a unique flora and fauna of the place, rivers and Inca tombs along the way. (B, L, D, snacks).

2th Day-

We will get up at 6:00 a.m., we will have breakfast and then we will start to walk around 7 hours until we get to the camp site. The beginning will be uphill, for many people the most challenging part of the Inca trail, until we get to th highest point, well-known as Warmi wañusca (dead woman’s pass) (4200 m.a.s.l/ 13,770 ft), where we will take a slight rest and from where will have views of beautiful snow-covered mountain and typical flora of the way. The camping will be in Pacaymayu . (B, L, D, snacks).

3th Day.-

we will get up at 6:00 a.m., we will have breakfast and then we will start our hike that will take about 10 hours with visits to the archaeological sites of Runcurakay, Sayacmarca, Phuyupatamarca and Wiñaywayna, in each place we will have a guided tour and free time to take photos and to rest. The lunch we will have en route, soon we will continue our hike, where we will pass the cloud forest, observing a wealth of plants, birds and other animals. If you are lucky you can see the national bird of Peru “cock of the rock” In Wiñaywayna. We will spend the third night, where also we will have a goodbye supper with the porters and the cook.(B,L,D, Snacks).

4th Day.-

This last day we will get up at 4:00 a.m., we will have breakfast and soon we will start our walk of 2 hours until to get to Intipunku (place of the sun gate). From this place we will observe the rising of the sun with a fantastic view of the mountains that surround the sacred citadel of Machupicchu. Then we will descend to Machupicchu for 50 minutes arriving there at 7:30 a.m. Tour with the guide will be approximately 2 hours, then we will have free time for 4 hours until 2:30 p.m. Then we will continue the walk down for 50 minutes to the town of Aguas Calientes. If your take the bus this will be 20 minutes. We will take the train to Cusco at 4:00 p.m., arriving at Cusco at 8:00 p.m. Upon your arrival at the train station, we will pick you up and take you to your hotel

What is included:

• Collection from your hotel in the morning and transfer in private bus to km.82 (starting point of the trail).
• Entrance tickets The Inca Trail and Machu Picchu
• Professional Guide English speaking, 2 guides for groups over 9 people
• Cook In charge of meal preparation
• General porters (to carry tents, food and cooking equipment)
• All meals 3 Breakfasts / 3Lunches / 3 Dinners
• Train ticket (Backpacker service) from Aguas Calientes to Cusco
• Gear:
• Double occupancy tents
• Rolling mattres
• Dinner tent
• Kitchen tent
• Tables & seats
• Table set
• First aid kit including emergency oxygen bottle

What is not included:

• Lunch and dinner on the last day: after the guided tour at Machu Picchu, you can enjoy free time to further visit the ruins and choose to have lunch either in Machu Picchu or in Aguas Calientes at your own expense. Arrival in Cusco is estimated around 9.00pm, dinner being at your own expense too.
• Visit to the hot springs in Aguas Calientes: a relaxing way to end-up the 4-day trek while you’re awaiting the return train to Cusco, only 10 minutes from the village center, entrance fee is S/. 5.00 Towels can be hired in Aguas Calientes.
• Sleeping Bag.
• Bus ticket from Machu Picchu ruins down to the village of Aguas Calientes

What you need toi bring and carry:

• A backpack with a change of clothes for the whole period of the trek
• Rain jacket or poncho (plastic ponchos can be purchased in Cusco
• Strong footwear, ideally trekking or sport shoes
• Warm clothes, including jacket, fleece and sweaters
• Sleeping bag
• Mattress: will be provided by the agency but is to be carried by you
• Flashlight and batteries
• Camera, films and batteries (batteries consume more quickly under cold conditions)
• Hat or cap to protect you from the sun, rain or cold
• Sun block
• Insect repellent Toilet paper
• Snacks: biscuits, energy bars, chocolate, etc.
• Water bottle and sterilizing tablets (ie. Micropur)
• Small towel
• Swimsuit (if you intend to go to the hot springs)
• Cash in soles and/or US$
• Original passport
• Optional: walking sticks or poles (rubber covers required)