This Trek allows us to explore this legendary path with a little more time, staying in unique camps, exploring ancient Inca sites, as well as visiting some hidden treasures of this spectacular place to enjoy. We have daily departures with at least 2 people
The Inca Trail is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Peru. Every year, thousands of people from all over the world visit, this hike takes you to the lost city of the Incas Machu Picchu.
Inca Trail to Machu Picchu follows the same route as the classic 4-day Inca Trail, but it will also allow you to spend more time at each Inca site. We recommend this route for families, couples or children. By choosing this route you will have more time visiting. each tourist destination.
Pick up from your hotel in Cusco at 5:00 am and transfer to Kilometer 82. On the way we will stop in Ollantaytambo for breakfast and last-minute shopping. Then we go to the starting point, prepare the Inca Trail and begin the walk to the checkpoint where you must present the original passport. After the checkpoint, you will begin a 4-hour walk along the Urubamba River, visiting local villages and magnificent archaeological sites such as Llactapata, an important Inca administrative, political and economic site at the foot of a mountain.
Lunch will take place in the town of Tarayoc, where our chef will prepare buffet meals for you using fresh local products. The second part is a two-hour walk along the left bank of the Kusichaca River to Wayllabamba, where we will camp near the locals. As soon as you arrive, the tents will be ready. Your team will provide you with warm water to wash, prepare your bed, enjoy tea time and dinner and go to sleep in our comfortable tents.
Wake up early in your tent with a cup of coffee or cola tea, eat a nutritious breakfast, and prepare for the most challenging day of the Inca Trail: the climb of the 4,215 m (13,829 ft) high Mount Warmiwañusca. The day begins with a 4-hour hike to our lunch spot in Llulluchapampa at 3,800 m (12,467 ft). Along the way you will experience different microclimates, such as cloud forests with dense vegetation, flowers and hummingbirds along the ancient Inca Trail, paved with stones more than 500 years ago.
After a well-deserved lunch, begin the final two-hour climb to the top of Warmiwañusca Mountain (Dead Women’s Pass), the highest point of the Inca Trail. As we enjoy the view and regroup, your guide will explain the significance of these highlights and perform a ritual to thank the local gods for safe passage. The final part of the day is a two-hour descent to the Pacaymayo Alto campsite at 3,650 m (11,975 ft).
After breakfast, start climbing the second mountain called Runkuraqay at 4,000 m (13,123 ft); On the way you will visit an archaeological site of the same name, you will enjoy wonderful views of mountains, waterfalls, lakes and a breathtaking view of the Urubamba Mountain Range. Once you reach the summit, you will have time to rest and explore the surroundings. Then, begin descending into the cloud forest, where the third mountaintop camp, Phuyupatamarca, is located at 3,680 m (12,073 ft). Along the way, visit Sayacmarca and Conchamarca and enjoy the lush vegetation that covers the Inca Trail. Once at the camp, prepare to watch the most spectacular sunset over the Vilcabamba mountain range. The best night for stargazing!
Getting up early on this day is the highlight of the trip. Due to the camp’s location, you will experience the most spectacular sunrise on the Inca Trail tours; After breakfast with views of the mountains, take a guided tour to Phuyupatamarca, a magnificent archaeological site near the camp. Then, descend the stone steps to the Intipata (solar place), where you can enjoy magnificent views of the Urubamba River and the mountains. After resting, continue to the Wiñaywayna archaeological site at 2,659 m (8,694 ft), the largest and most beautiful site after Machu Picchu. Your guide explores the impressive terraces, temples, and urban areas, enjoying views of the Urubamba River while learning about Inca history. At the same time, the team prepares a final special lunch.
They sing a farewell song (tip optional); After saying goodbye to your team, you begin the final part of the Inca Trail. First, it’s a one-hour walk to Puerta del Sol, where you’ll get the first and most impressive view of the great city of Machu. Picchu. After enjoying the view and solitude of this place, the descent towards the citadel begins for another hour. We arrived late in the afternoon, which gave us a unique opportunity to see Machu Picchu with fewer people. We only visited the upper part, took the bus to Aguas Calientes, had dinner at a local restaurant and stayed in a 3-star hotel (Susanna INN or similar).
Enjoy an early breakfast at your hotel and take the first bus to Machu Picchu. Upon arrival at the checkpoint you must present your original passport; You will explore the best places in Machu Picchu. The tour lasts approximately 3 hours. You have time to explore the citadel on your own and climb Huayna Picchu Mountain or Machu Picchu Mountain (unlike Machu Picchu Citadel and tickets must be booked well in advance). After exploring the fortress, take the bus to Aguas Calientes, have lunch ( NOT INCLUDED IN THE TOUR) and take the Vistadome panoramic train back to Ollantaytambo and then a private van back to Cusco. The tour ends at your hotel around 7:30 p.m.
When you take the 5-day Inca Trail tour with Peru Local Expeditions, you will carry your belongings in two bags. To make sure you have everything you need for your trip, we’ve put together this comprehensive packing list to help you prepare for the hike.
In your backpack:
A backpack is essential for every hiker, but it is especially important on the Inca Trail. The Inca Trail is a difficult hike with steep sections and many steps. A good backpack will help you carry essentials, like water, snacks, and diapers. In this backpack you can carry all the items you need during the day.
In the canvas bag:
Peru Local Expeditions will provide you with a travel bag to store all the hiking equipment you will bring for the 4-day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. It is important to mention that you can gain a maximum of 7 kilos.
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