4 Day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu Tour
Place your feet in the same steps taken by the ancient Inca about 600 years ago. This legendary trail is known around the world for being carved into the Andes by a great people whose influence and history are timeless. Start around Ollantaytambo and complete the journey at Machu Picchu as the grand finale of a soul searching adventure.
ItineraryDay 1: Cusco – Km 82 - Wayllabamba – YuncachimpaStop At: KM 82, QJM8+VFC, Chillca 08680, Peru
We will leave Cusco (3350m/10,990 ft) at 530am by a tourist bus heading for the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Before we reach our starting point of the hike, km 82, we will take a short break in Ollantaytambo for having the option to get breakfast. The official beginning of the Inka Trail is called km 82. Here we will meet the rest of the group and take care of the registration facilities. After crossing the Rio Urubamba (2200m), we will start the legendary Inca Trail. The first day the trail is an easy walk and a good warm up for the following days. In Miskay, we’ll have lunch on a small river bank while getting some information about the archeological complex of Llactapata. Afterwards, we will continue our hike to Wayllabamba (3100m/10,170 ft) and ascend to Yuncachimpa (3300m/10,826 ft). We will pitch our camp site for the night here. From the site, we have a great view of the mysterious Nevado de Veronica.
Duration: 1 day
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 2: Yuncachimpa – Llulluchapampa – Warmihuanusca pass – Pacaymayu – Runkurakay pass – ChaquicochaStop At: Campamento de Ayapata, PGRQ+HFW, Aguas Calientes 08680, Peru
The second day is the ‘Free-Hike-Day’ which means that everybody should walk at his or her own pace. We will all meet up either at our breaks or gather at the stairs. Early in the morning, we will find that the trail first leads through the Valley of Llulluchapampa (3850m/12,631 ft). The first 3km are steps – enjoy the humid woodlands and the sounds of flowing water or waterfalls. From Llulluchapampa, we will follow the trail for 2 -3 hrs. until you reach the highest point of this section of the hike called Warmihuanusca Pass (Dead Woman’s Pass) (4200m/11,378 ft). This climb is known as the most difficult part of the Inca Trail. After a short break at the summit, we continue our hike down with the long and steep descent to the river Pacaymayo (Sunrise River) towards the Runkurakay pass (3050m/10,007 ft) until you reach our camping site called Chaquicocha at (3650m/11,975 ft). Here you can relax your body from the tough day while enjoying an amazing view over the mountains.
Duration: 1 day
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 3: Chaquicocha – Phuyupatamarca – WinayhuaynaStop At: Winay Wayna, Machu Picchu Peru
The third day is the most beautiful one. You can notice a change in the eco-system while walking to the tropical forest of Winay Wayna. We will pass two small lakes at the top of the second pass (3950m). It’s a gentle climb through the clouds, beautiful forest, and a small Inca tunnel before the third pass (3700m). From here, we get a spectacular view over the Rio Urubamba Valley. The nearest settlement is named Phuyupatamarca (“Town above the clouds”) at 11,811 ft. This well preserved site boasts a long chain of Inca baths that impressively displays the practicality of their ancient engineering. We pass another Inca Tunnel before visiting the ruins of Winay Wayna (“Forever young”) at 8,694 ft. The Inca stairs change into a zigzag trail until you reach the red-roofed white building. We will camp here as our last site since this location has hot water and bottled drinks.
Duration: 1 day
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 4: Winayhuayna – Machu Picchu – CuscoStop At: Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu, 08680, Peru
After our early breakfast at 430am, we will head equipped with flashlights to the Inti Punku (Sun Gate) to get the first glimpse of Machu Picchu and watch the sunrise over Machu Picchu and Wayna Picchu. The last triumphal decent will take you almost one hour before we visit the citadel of Machu Picchu (2400m/7,874 ft) around 8am. You can enjoy its spiritual charm during a guided tour, which is about 2 hours, that helps you to understand an ancient use of the different buildings. After this tour, you will have enough time to explore the archeological sites on you own – explore the Inca Bridge, the many ruins, or climb Wayna Picchu for amazing photos. When you’re ready, a nice bus will take you back down to Aguas Calientes. Relax your muscles from all the exploring in the hot springs there. In the afternoon, we will leave Aguas Calientes for Cusco.
Duration: 1 day
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Near public transportation"
"Infants must sit on laps"
"Infant seats available"
"Not recommended for travelers with back problems"
"Not recommended for pregnant travelers"
"No heart problems or other serious medical conditions"
"Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability"
Horário de Início:
05:30 AM
Duração: 4 Days
Ponto de partida: Traveler pickup is offered
We pickup from all hotels in Cusco City Peru as well as the airport Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport. Let us know of your arrival time and we will be there happily awaiting you.
Cancelamentos e reembolsos:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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