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The Classic 4 day / 3 night Inca Trail allows you to enjoy trekking this magical route and gives you the chance to get a nice view of Machupicchu in Intipunku, it will be a prelude to visiting this unique archaeological site.
During the trek you will see magnificent snow-capped peaks and visit spectacular Inca ruins. You are guaranteed an unforgettable experience on this unmatched 25 mile-long trek through a variety of landscapes that are home to both natural and archaeological wonders.
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We will pick you up from your hotel in the early morning for the journey in private bus to Piscacucho, a community located at Km 82 of the Cusco-Machupicchu railroad. After crossing the Urubamba River, we will begin our trek.
Along the way, we will be met with fine views of snow-capped Mount Veronica (5850 m/ 19193 ft.). After hiking along the banks of the Vilcanota River, we will arrive at the beautiful Inca ruins of Llactapata, from where we will continue to the community of Huayllabamba and our first campsite.
Meals: Lunch, dinner
Be prepared to cross the highest point on the Inca Trail today! After a good breakfast, we will begin the day by hiking up to Warmihuañusca (4205 m/ 13795 ft), the Quechua name for “Dead Woman’s Pass”. Along the way, the landscape will change to the sparse vegetation of the high plains, or “puna”.
It is possible to spot alpacas and llamas on this section of the trail. Arriving at the pass, we will have time to enjoy the fine views our efforts are rewarded by, before descending to our second campsite at Pacaymayo in time our evening meal.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Pacaymayo / Wiñay Wayna We begin the day by hiking up to the second pass (12,959 ft. / 3,950m). Arriving at the ruins of Runkuraqay, our guide will explain the significance of the site.
After our visit we will descend as far as Sayacmarca before continuing to the third pass at Phuyupatamarca (3640 m/ 11942 ft.), where the best-preserved archaeological site on the Inca Trail is located. Afterwards we will descend to the ruins of Wiñay Wayna, where we will make our final camp.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
The much-anticipated day has finally come. We will leave Wiñay Wayna very early, and after two hours we will arrive at the Sun Gate, or Intipunku, from where there is a wonderful view of Machupicchu.
After descending to the lost city of the Incas, there will be plenty of time to enjoy our guided tour, after which you will have free time to take pictures. Leaving the ruins, we will go to the village of Aguas Calientes in the afternoon for the return trip to Cusco.
Meals: Breakfast
Important detail : To be in good health and shape to be part of this adventure (Try to train by walking each day for at least two weeks before departure).
Important detail : To be in good health and shape to be part of this adventure (Try to train by walking each day for at least two weeks before departure).
You will need to carry your daypack with all the items needed during that specific day the rest of your luggage will be transported by porters / van.
Camping gear:
We supply all the camping equipment for the group to enjoy the great outdoors safely and comfortably.
* Many travelers choose to bring their own sleeping bag; however, we offer sleeping bags for hire (at an additional cost)
Our sleeping tents:
EUREKA Timberline Outfitter 4
Weatherproof and spacious.
Sleeps: 4 (we use for every two clients)
Floor Size: 8′ 7″ x 7′ 1″ / 2.65 m. x 2.16 m.
Our mess tents and toilet tents features
Dualis sleeping pad features
Sleeping bags (on request)
Sleeping bags: Regular features
Our full time logistics staff continuously maintain and/or replace all our equipment.
To ensure proper use of our equipment, all gear is handled by our field crew during the treks.
Our full time logistics staff continuously maintain and/or replace all our equipment.
To ensure proper use of our equipment, all gear is handled by our field crew during the treks.
Water is treated with purification tablets and also boiled.
All foodstuffs are purchased immediately before departure to guarantee freshness and correctly packaged and handled by our trained staff to ensure food safety.
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