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Home4-Day Trek To Machu Picchu From Cusco Via Inca Quarry Trail
Description
Explore one of the 7 Wonders of the World, the Machu Picchu, on this exciting trekking tour via the Inca quarry trail. Start from Cusco, see the Perolniyoc Waterfall and take in the views of beautiful mountain peaks from Puccaqasa. Next, reach Inti Punku to admire the Veronica Mountain before heading to Machu Picchu on a train. Finally, walk through remote Inca ruins and see Intihuatana, the Tower, and the Inca Cemetery before.
Highlights
- Marvel at the beautiful Perolniyoq Waterfall
- Visit the Archaeological Center of Rayanpata
- Take in the views of Veronica Mountain at Puerta del Sol
- Explore the Inca Citadel and Intihuatana at Macchu Picchu
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Day 1: Cusco - Socma - Rayan - Puccaqasa expand_more
- Start at 5:00 am by getting picked up from your hotel and then moving to the community of Socma, where we will wait for a delicious breakfast, and then continue our journey towards the Perolniyoc Waterfall.
- After about 40 more minutes, we can reach the archaeological center of Rayanpata, where we will have a short rest.
- Continuing the journey, we will go to Rayan, where a delicious lunch awaits us at 3700 meters above sea level.
- After a rest, we will leave for Puccaqasa, which is located at 4400 meters above sea level (14,436 ft). At the top, we will have a spectacular 360° view of the entire valley surrounded by mountains and snow-capped peaks.
- In about 30 minutes, we will continue to our camp to have dinner and enjoy a sunset and a night full of stars.
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Day 2: Puccaqasa - Quychicassa - Inti Punku - Verónica View Hotel. expand_more
- After breakfast, we will walk towards the top of the Quychicassa pass located at 4450 masl (14599 ft).
- Continuing the trek, we will descend towards the Inti Punku (Puerta del Sol), which shows us an impressive view of the Valley. From here we will be able to appreciate Veronica Mountain.
- Then, we will continue down a steep descent until we reach Verónica View, where lunch awaits us and we can enjoy the Hotel facilities.
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Day 3: Hotel Verónica View - Ollantaytambo - Aguas Calientes expand_more
- On day 3, we will have a relaxing morning to enjoy the hotel stay, and at noon we will have a delicious lunch.
- After a relaxing day, we are moving to the train station to travel to Machu Picchu Pueblo.
- In Machu Picchu we will transfer to the hotel, then we will have dinner with a beautiful view.
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Day 4: Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu – Cusco expand_more
- After breakfast, we will board the bus that will take us to the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu, in a 40 minute journey along a Zigzaguante road.
- At the control gate, together with our guide, we will enter the archaeological park where we begin our journey ascending to the highest part of Machu Picchu “La Casa del Guardian”. From here we can enjoy a beautiful view of the entire citadel.
- Next, we will visit the agricultural, urban and religious part of Machu Picchu and the most important points such as the 3 windows, Intihuatana, the Tower, and the Inca Cemetery.
- After our 3-hour tour of the Inca citadel, we will return to Machu Picchu Pueblo on the bus. Here we will have time to do some free activities.
- Before the train’s departure 30 minutes, we will appear at the station to travel back to Ollantaytambo, where our mobility awaits you to transfer you to the hotel in Cusco.
What's Included
- Private transportation from the hotel to Socma
- Licensed guide fluent in English, Spanish and Quechua
- 4 person tents for every 2 hikers
- Food 4 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners
- Cook and kitchen equipment for the walk
- Horses and mules, to carry all the camping equipment
- Baggage of 7 kg per passenger
- Emergency horses
- First aid kit with oxygen
- Matras for the camp
- Night and luxury dinner at the Veronica View Hotel
- Access to the pool and sauna at Veronica View
- Round trip and panoramic train ticket from Ollantaytambo – Machu Picchu
- Bus tickets from Machu Picchu Pueblo to Machu Picchu Round Trip
- Entrance ticket to the Archaeological Complex of Machu Picchu
- Hotel in Aguas Calientes with private bathroom, with Buffet Breakfast
- Guided tour in Machu Picchu
What's Excluded
- Lunch and dinner on the last day
- Sleeping bag (minus 10 ºC): $20 per person
- Inflatable mattress: $20 per person
- Walking sticks: $15 per pair
- Personal tent: $30
- Huayna Picchu Mountain Entrance: $25.00
- Machu Picchu Mountain Entrance: $25.00
- Spa and beverage services at the Verónica View Hotel
- Tips for the guide, cook, riders and other members
What to bring
- Original passport (the same one that was used to book the trip)
- Medium backpack of 30 or 40 liters
- Refillable water bottle or canteen
- Comfortable hiking boots
- Flashlight
- Sunglasses
- Shorts
- Warm clothing
- Sunscreen
- Insect repellent
- Raincoat or waterproof poncho
- Waterproof gloves
- Leisure footwear for camping
- Quick-dry towel
- Portable battery charger
- Personal hygiene items
Meeting Point
Plaza de Armas, Cusco, Perú
Cancellation Policy
For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 50% of the tour price.Price Details
| Adult | |
| 2 To 3 | USD 620 Per Person |
| 4 To 5 | USD 589 Per Person |
| 6 To 10 | USD 549 Per Person |
| Student | |
| 1 To 1 | USD 0 Per Person |
| Child | |
| 1 To 1 | USD 0 Per Person |
This is a private tour | |
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USD 620 / person