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CLASSIC INCA TRAIL TO MACHUPICCHU 4D/3N
Visitors come from all parts of the world to Peru, not only to see Machu Picchu but to walk
the Inca Trail , the most famous hike in South America. They come to see the ruins and the
scenery which makes this trail so famous. The total distance of the Inca trail is approximately
43 kilometres, departing from the place known as Kilometre 88. To begin the trip, one crosses
the narrow bridge at Kusicancha, and afterwards heads towards the left hand side of a forest
of Eucalyptus trees. Camping on this night is either in Wayllabamba or Llullucha. The second
day is more difficult, as you have to climb to 4200 metres at the Pass of Warmiwañusqa (Dead
Woman’s pass). The third day is the longest, but also the most interesting for many people as
you can visit impressive ruins like Runkuracay and Sayaqmarca. Camping is either in
Phuyupatamarca or Wiñayhuayna. On the final day many groups leave early to see the sun rise
over Machu Picchu from the Inti Punku (sun gate). The remainder of the day is spent exploring
this fabulous ancient city.
This day begins early as passengers are collected from their hotels between 6.30am and 7am.
We travel for about 3 hours in the bus with a one hour stop in Urubamba to buy provisions,
continuing onto Kilometre 88, which is past the village of Ollantaytambo. Here the passengers
must register at the check point in order to begin their hike. From there, there are just 42
kilometres of mountains, Andean valleys, rivers and tropical forests that separate you from
Machu Picchu. The first section, heading to the campsite of Miskay, where we can lunch,
takes just one hour and is mostly flat with light climbs. After lunch, we cross a canyon. Once
out of the canyon, we can see the ruins of the small city of Llactapata. The trail descends to
enter the valley of the Kusichaca river, and from there the trail has a light climb to the
campsite of Wayllabamba, where we arrive after 2 or 3 hours after the lunch break. The
campsite is at 3,000 metres and one can feel the cold at night. After dinner, and before going
to bed, it’s great to observe the stars. On nights without stars, it is possible to see the Milky
Way.
The Porters wake up the passengers at 6am so that they can pack their things and have
breakfast. The second day is considered by many the most difficult because one must climb
1200 metres to the highest point on the Inca Trail the Warmiwañusca Pass (or Dead Woman’s
Pass) at 4200 metres. This climb will take about four or five hours. When you arrive at the
pass, you may feel like a rest. It can get quite cold at such an altitude so it is necessary to
have lots of warm clothes. If you have contracted a porter to carry your things, don’t forget
to have a thick jacket and long pants on hand for the pass. Once we have conquered the pass,
we continue with a descent to the campsite. The descent takes about two hours, however,
some groups like to stop and prepare lunch in the middle of the descent, in order to rest a
little. Other groups like to have lunch in the campsite for the night - at Pacaymayo. In this
form, you can rest for the whole afternoon. There are cold showers available at this
campsite. Advice: It is possible to contract the services of porters to carry your backpacks for
the whole journey. Alternatively, you might like to contract them to carry them to the Pass or
to the campsite of Pacaymayo. This is recommended if you don’t feel prepared for the
altitude and the long hike, it is more important to enjoy the walk than suffer under your
backpack. You can coordinate this with your guide and pay your porter directly.
This day begins earlier than normal, at 5.30am, as the groups begin their walk towards Machu
Picchu. It is important to carry a torch because it is dark at this time and the path is narrow.
We arrive after an hour and a half of hiking at Inti Punku – or the sun gate, where it is it
possible to see for the first time the majestic Inca city of Machu Picchu. From here it is only a
half hour more to arrive at the ruins where you will have plenty of time to explore. It is
recommended, if you have the energy, to climb the peak of Huayna Picchu from where you
can have a spectacular view of the lost city.Our
pick up all participants from different hotels, then transfer by bus to 82Km.
(start of the trail).
Entrance Fee, Inca Trail and Machupicchu city.
Large tents, each for 2 persons occupancy.
Mattresses, one per person.
Kitchen tent.
Dining tent.
Tables and chairs.
Toilet tent (This is used in case the campsite does not have toilets).
English speaking professional tour guide (over 8 members, 2 guides).
Expert cook.
Porters (only to carry tents, food supplies and kitchen equipment)
Train Ticket (Backpacker train from Aguas Calientes village to Cusco).
Full meals during the trek.
Daily snack bag.
Daily afternoon tea service.
Daily wake up call tea, and warm water for washing.
Daily morning boiled and cold water to refill water bottles.
Emergency oxygen bottle and first aid kit.
Water
Mosquito Repellent
Sun block and sunglasses
Trekking boots
Warm but light Clothes
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