Inka Trail

DAY 1 Km82 - Llactapata - Huayllabamba
Early in the morning we leave the city of Cusco by bus and travel to Piscacucho at Kilometer 82 of of the Cusco-Quillabamba railway. There we check in with local park authorities to confirm registration of your reserved trail permits, and cross a footbridge to the trail head.

Following relatively level terrain parallel to the Urubamba River, we enjoy stunning views of the snow-capped Mount Veronica (18,766ft/5,720m). We continue through lush farmland and woodlands to the settlement of Miskay (Alt. 9184ft / 2800m) where we will stop for lunch. Then we make our first ascent to an outlook with a commanding overview of Llactapata (Alt. 9020ft / 2750m), before descending down into the ruins to explore its large farming terraces. We conclude our first day's hike with a relatively easy three-hour walk, entering an eco-climate that supports a wide variety of plant, flower, and bird species, to reach Huayllabamba (Alt. 10,170ft / 3100m) where we will camp for the night.
Total hiking time: 6 hours. (L/D)

DAY 2 Huayllabamba / Llulluchapampa / Dead Woman's Pass/ Pacaymayu
After an early breakfast, we head up steeply through the cloud forest and onto the puna grasslands of Llulluchapampa (Alt. 12,631ft / 3850). We then continue upward to the highest and most challenging pass of the trek, Warmihuañusca, which aptly translates to "Dead Woman" (Alt. 13,780ft / 4200m). With a spectacular view of Nevado Verónica on the horizon, we take a short break before embarking on a sharp descent down a treacherous path to the deep Pacaymayu river valley (Alt. 11,483ft / 3500m), where we will camp for the night.
Total hiking time: 7 hours. (B/L/D)

DAY 3 Pacaymayu / Chaquicocha / Wiñayhuayna
After breakfast, we make our way to the second pass (Alt. 12,795ft / 3900m), stopping at the circular Inca ruins of Runcuracay. Then it is a steep climb up an Inca staircase, and as the trail crests, there is a spectacular view of Mount Pumasillo (20,486ft/6246m). The terrain quickly becomes greener as we enter tropical cloud forest. We following the ancient Inca steps along one of the most stunning sections of our trek, descending upon the Inca complex of Sayacmarca. After wandering the site, we head to the incredibly complex and unique Inca ruins of Phuyupatamarca (Alt. 11,975ft/ 3650m), where we enjoy an astonishing panoramic view of both the Vilcanota and Vilcabamba mountain ranges.

Then it's a dizzying descent down a stairway of white granite to the most spectacular and important ruins before reaching Machu Picchu: Intipata and Wiñayhuayna (Alt. 8694ft / 2650m), where we explore before making camp for the last time.
Hiking time: 7 hours (B/L/D)

DAY 4 Wiñayhuayna / Machu Picchu / Cusco
After breakfast at around 5:00 am, we head with our flashlights down the last section of the trail (Alt. 9120ft / 2780m) to the Intipunku (the Sun Gate), where we get our first breathtaking view of Machu Picchu (Alt. 7874ft / 2400m) in the early morning sun. We will have an official tour of this amazing archaeological wonder, then take the bus down to Aguas Calientes and the train to Ollantaytambo and board a bus back to Cusco.
Hiking time: 3 hours (B)

(B) Breakfast, (L) Lunch, (D) Dinner

Included: Transportation from hotel to Km 82 Camping equipment (Two-person igloo tent and sleeping mats) Cook, cooking equipment, dining tent, tables and chairs Meals during the excursion (3 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners and 3 Snacks / optional vegetarian) Tea time everyday (tea, coffee, wantan, popcorn, cracker) First-aid kit, oxygen bottle & safety rope Certified guide (English-speaking) Entrance fees to the Inca Trail and the Sanctuary of Machu Picchu Tourist bus from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes Tourist train from Aguas Calientes to Cusco or to Ollantaytambo and then bus to Cusco.

Not Included: First breakfast at the beginning of the trail and last lunch in Aguas Calientes Airfare Services meals or tips not described in the itinerary Conditions: All participants will have to carry their own back packs A participant must declare if he/she has any sickness or medical disorder and must bring his/her own medicines No refunds can be provided if a participant decides to cancel during the trip (See Booking Policy)

What you should bring: Back pack Sleeping bag Complete change of clothing Rain jacket or poncho (plastic ponchos can be purchased in Cusco for a few dollars) Rugged, comfortable hiking boots or other strong footwear Jacket or sweater (something warm) Broad brimmed hat or cap to protect you from the sun Water bottle and purifying tablets Flashlight with extra batteries Strong sun block Insect repellent Toiletries, towel and toilet paper Variety of small snacks, dried fruit, chocolate,crackers, etc. Camera (wrapped in plastic bag), plenty of film and spare batteries You must bring your original passport on the trail. (In order to enter the Inca Trail, your passport details are checked by local government representatives against the details on the trek permit.)

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