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Inca Trail Special Service

Cusco

Duration

5 Days/ 4 Nights

Difficulty

Hard

About this tour

Embark on a journey of tranquility and breathtaking beauty with our carefully curated 5-Day Inca Trail trek, ensuring an experience that transcends the ordinary. Choosing campsites rarely frequented by others, you’ll revel in the serenity of nature, savoring majestic mountain views and witnessing sunsets and sunrises in undisturbed peace.

Trekking the Inca Trail is a bucket-list adventure, and the 5-day version offers an unparalleled opportunity to relish every moment to the fullest. It’s an experience that transcends the ordinary, inviting you to immerse yourself in the soul-stirring beauty of the Andean landscape.

Tailored for families and groups of friends seeking a more intimate connection, the 5-day option provides the luxury of time, allowing you to avoid the crowds and set your own pace. Revel in the joy of shared moments, creating memories that will be cherished for a lifetime.

Moreover, the 5-day trek is a recommended choice for those aged 60 and above, providing a steady pace that caters to the desire to savor each step of the trail. This extended journey ensures a comfortable and enjoyable experience, allowing older adventurers to fully appreciate the wonders of the Inca Trail.

In essence, our 5-Day Inca Trail is an invitation to embrace the trail at your own rhythm, to forge lasting connections, and to relish the extraordinary beauty that unfolds along the way. Join us on this remarkable expedition, where every day is an opportunity to celebrate the magnificence of the Inca Trail.

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Tour Itinerary

Day 1: Cusco – Km82 – Llactapata

Embark on a Magical Journey with Machu Picchu Trek

Our adventure with Machu Picchu Trek commences early, with a 6:30 am pickup from your hotel. As the journey unfolds, our bus traverses the scenic landscapes of the Sacred Valley, offering captivating views of the snow-capped Veronica peak (5900m / 19000ft). A brief stop near Ollantaytambo allows for breakfast purchases and restroom breaks.

Starting at Kilometer 82, the relaxed initiation of the Inca Trail offers a gentle walk along the Urubamba River. The route leads to a lesser-explored gem, the Inca fortress Vilca Raccay, and eventually to the extensive Inca site of Llactapata (Patallacta), our camping destination. Camping further up the trail ensures a tranquil experience, away from the bustling crowds.

Accommodation:Tents (shared), foam mattresses, blankets
Distance: 6kms/3.7 miles
Difficulty: Easy

Day 2: Llactapata – Llulluchapampa

Traverse at Your Pace with Machu Picchu Trek

In contrast to the challenging Dead Woman’s Pass, today unfolds at a leisurely pace, aiming for the Llulluchapampa campsite just before the pass. We venture off the beaten track to explore the lesser-visited Inca fort of Paucarcancha. Passing through diverse biozones, including the low sierra, cloud forest, and high puna, there are opportunities to spot various flora and fauna, including the elusive White Tailed Deer.

Accommodation:Tents (shared), foam mattresses, blankets
Distance: 11kms/6.8 miles
Difficulty:Moderate

Day 3: Llulluchapampa – Phuyupatamarca

Savor Stunning Vistas with Machu Picchu Trek

This extensive day involves traversing two high passes, offering unparalleled views and visits to Inca sites like Runcuraccay and Sayacmarca. With breathtaking scenery of snow-capped peaks and cloud forests, today stands out as the most visually stunning. The campsite at Phuyupatamarca (3680m / 12073ft) offers a serene setting, with distant views of Machu Picchu mountain.

Accommodation: Camping facilities (shared), foam mattresses, blankets
Distance:15kms/9.3 miles
Difficulty: Moderate/Challenge

Day 4: Phuyupatamarca – Puente Ruinas

Immerse in Inca Culture with Machu Picchu Trek

Immerse yourself in Inca history as we visit major sites (Phuyupatamarca, Intipata, and Wiñay Wayna) before reaching Machu Picchu. The area teems with wildlife, and the tranquil final stretch of the Inca Trail sets the stage for a perfect arrival at Machu Picchu via the Sun Gate (Inti Punku). Capture the iconic photos and descend to Puente Ruinas for our last night camping together.

Accommodation: Tents (shared), foam mattresses, blankets
Distance: 10kms/6.2 miles
Difficulty: Moderate

Please Note: Optionally, choose a hotel stay for this night at an extra cost, including a 3-star hotel with a private bathroom in Aguas Calientes town.

Day 5: Machu Picchu!

Unveil the Wonders with Machu Picchu Trek

Embark on an early morning journey to Aguas Calientes town, followed by the first bus to Machu Picchu as it opens. A 2-hour guided tour acquaints you with the Inca wonders, and post-tour, explore the citadel at your pace. If permits allow, consider climbing Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu mountain. In the afternoon, board the train back to Ollantaytambo, followed by a bus journey back to Cusco. Machu Picchu awaits your discovery!

What’s Included and What’s Not Included in This Tour?

Inclusions:

Embark on the Inca Trail with Machu Picchu Trek, and enjoy a comprehensive package that covers all your needs.

– Professional English-Speaking Tour Guide
– Assistant Tour Guide for groups of 9 or more
– Chef to prepare delicious meals
– Porters for carrying cooking and camping equipment
– Personal Porter to carry 7kg of your personal items
– Hotel pick-up for added convenience
– Bus transportation to Km82 to start the trek
– Return transportation by train and bus to Cusco
– Water provided (excluding the first 4 hours of the trek, where you should bring your own)
– 4 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches, 4 Afternoon Snacks, and 4 Dinners (special dietary requests accommodated, inform us in advance)
– Dining tent equipped with tables and chairs
– 4-man tent for every 2 trekkers
– Sleeping mattress (carried unless you hire a personal porter)
– Oxygen bottle for safety
– First aid kit for any medical needs
– Entrance fees to the Inca Trail and Machu Picchu
– Return bus from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes

Important Notice: ZERO PLASTIC BOTTLES

As of December 1st, new government regulations on the Inca Trail prohibit the use of plastic water bottles. To ensure compliance, consider bringing aluminum 0.700ml bottles. Llama Path offers these bottles for sale at the office, or they can be purchased from various shops around the main square. It’s advised to bring aluminum water bottles or camel bags from home to avoid any inconvenience.

Not Included:

Ensure a comfortable trek by noting the exclusions:

– Sleeping Bag (Available for rent)
– Breakfast on Day 1, and lunch and dinner on Day 5
– Entrance to Huayna Picchu Mountain (Additional USD 75)
– Tips for the staff
– Travel Insurance (Strongly recommended)

What to Bring:

Prepare for your adventure with the following items:

– Original Passport
– Student card (if applicable for a discount)
– Walking boots for a comfortable trek
– Waterproof jacket or rain poncho
– Warm jacket for cooler nights
– Hat and gloves
– T-shirts for varying weather conditions
– Comfortable trousers for trekking
– Sun hat for sun protection
– Sun cream (factor 35 or higher)
– Insect repellent
– Toiletries and hand sanitizer
– Personal medication
– Camera and film for capturing memories
– Torch with spare batteries

Additional Info about Inca Trail Special Service

  • Starting Altitude – 2720m / 8920ft.
  • Highest Altitude – 4217m / 13,780ft.
  • Walking Distance – 45km / 26 miles
  • Longest Day – Day 3, approximately 16km / 9.9 miles
  • Coldest Night – Days 2 and 3 around 0º celsius
  • Overall Difficulty – Moderate to Difficult (depends on your level of fitness).
    Acclimatization is RecommendedVERY IMPORTANT: 

    Foreign and Peruvian passengers with no residence in Peru are exonerated of the payment of The General Sale Taxes; to get it, they must present the original passport and the Andean Migration Card (TAM) at each hotel considered in the program. It accepts the passports or identity card to foreign passengers with no residence coming from Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela, Bolivia, and Chile. The entry date to the country in both cases can´t pass 60 days. The order of excursions and service schedules may change. The schedules indicated in this itinerary are for reference only; the operations staff of the visited city will provide the definitive schedules. The passenger pays extra expenses at the travel destination.

    CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICY: 

    SERVICES:

    Cancellations between 30 days previous to the travel date apply 100% penalty. No refund will be considered. Cancellations from 31 days to 90 days previous to the travel date apply 50% penalty of payment. Cancellations from 91 days previous to the travel date apply 35% penalty by administrative expenses. Once the package sale is closed, any change or modification is subjected to 35% penalty for administrative expenses + ticket rate difference according to availability for the new travel date. Some services can be interrupted or may be canceled due to weather conditions or other reasons out of provider control and responsibility. No refund would be considered for this type of interruption or cancellation.

    TRANSPORTATION: 

    Refunds, change of traveler’s name for transportation such as airlines, trains, buses, cruises, etc., are subject of each provider’s policy.

    NOTE: Some providers have more strict policy in case of groups.Inca Trail Programs applies 100% penalty since reservation and payment are done.

Tour Price

$1,325.00

per person

If you have questions about the Tour, please call us to customize your adventure and learn more making your trip a once-in-a-life experience.
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Inca Trail Special Service Tour Information

Tour Location

Peru

Languages Support

Spanish & English