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Peru · Trekking
The journey
Embark on the Inca Trail through stunning mountain scenery, cloud forest, and sub-tropical vegetation rich with numerous species of flowers, including over 250 species of orchids, as well as a great variety of birds, hummingbirds, and the majestic Andean condor. Explore the Inca town of Llactapata, trek through the beautiful Paqhaymayo Valley, and reach the extraordinary Incan temple remains of Machu Picchu on this 4-day adventure from Cusco.
Surely one of the greatest things to do on this trek is to arrive at Machu Picchu as early as possible before the other tourists come in by train for the day tour.
From the itinerary
At a glance
Day by day
Begin with an early bus drive to Pisqhaqk'uchu, at kilometer 82 of the railroad from Cusco to Machu Picchu, the starting point of the trek.
Visit the Inca town of Llactapata and other small traditional communities along the way.
Hike about 15 km, which should take around 8 hours including stops.
Today, continue walking up towards Dead Woman Pass at 4,200 meters, the highest point of the trek.
The trail then descends into the beautiful Paqhaymayo Valley.
Lunch will be served here, and after a rest, ascend to the second pass at 4,000 meters, walking on the original Inca paved steps.
At the top, enjoy a splendid view of the Vilcanota mountain range before finally descending to Chaq'iqhocha camp at 3,600 meters.
The hike will last for about 8 hours and covers 15 km as well.
Leave the campsite through the lovely cloud forest, watching the flowers and the great variety of birds and hummingbirds. There are splendid views of the snow-capped mountains belonging to the Pumasillu mountain range.
Today, the hike will last for about 5 hours, covering 10 km until Wiñayhuayna.
Leave the campsite very early and finish with a moderate 2-hour walk, escorted by your Peruvian guide. The whole day can then be dedicated to exploring these extraordinary Incan temple remains.
Surely one of the greatest things to do on this trek is to arrive at Machu Picchu as early as possible before the other tourists come in by train for the day tour.
Later in the afternoon, take the train back to Cusco, arriving there in the evening, followed by a transfer to your hotel.
Where this trip takes you
Llactapata, Dead Woman Pass, cloud forest, Machu Picchu
The route
The fine print
All scheduled transportation
All transfers
Camping equipment
Meals: 3B, 3L, 3D
All entrance fees
Professional English-speaking licensed guide; 2 guides for groups of over 8 people
Porter for camping equipment
First aid kit and oxygen bottle
Sleeping bag, which you can hire in our office for US$10
Extra porter for carrying personal items
Breakfast on the first morning
Lunch in Aguas Calientes on the final day
Logistics
Your 4 days finish where they began, in Cusco.
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