Inca Trail to Machu Picchu

Itinerary

• Day 1

  We pick you up from your hotel in Cusco and take you to the starting point of the Inca Trail by bus. From here, it’s seven hours of hiking to reach the first campsite, located in Huayllabamba. Total distance hiked: 11 kilometers.

  Day 2

  We start hiking after a nutritious breakfast. Today, the mountain pass of Warmi Wañusca, which sits at a - quite literally - breath-taking 4,200-meters above sea level, is the highest point along our route. We also visit the round ruins of Runkurakay and those of Sayacmarca, accessed up steep stairs and camp the night at Pacaymayo. Total distance hiked: nine kilometers.

  Day 3

  After breakfast, we head off towards Runkurakay to cross a second high Andean pass, this time situated at 3,800m above sea level. We will then descend to Sayacmarca, an important archeological site where we will have a filling lunch to prepare us for the hike to Wiñay Wayna. We spend our third and final night on the trail camping here. Total distance hiked: 16 kilometers.

  Day 4

  After breakfast, we will walk to the Sun Gate (Inti Punku), which is the ancient entrance to the city of Machu Picchu. From this point, we can see the ruins in all their glory! Once inside the citadel, we will take a guided tour to learn more about the fascinating history of the Inca Empire. After spending time in the ruins, we descend to the village of Aguas Calientes by bus and then return to Cusco by train. Total distance hiked: six kilometers..

Please note that the times provided in the above itinerary are approximate and subject to change. Last-minute adjustments may occur due to weather conditions, political unrest, or other unforeseen factors. We cannot be held responsible for any changes or delays.

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