Inca Trail 4 Days
Descripción:
The 4-Day Inca Trail is a once-in-a-lifetime experience for adventurous souls. This famous trail is considered one of the top 10 hikes in the world and is unique to South America. It offers stunning natural and cultural landscapes, making it a truly unforgettable journey. The Inca Trail, built with stone, spans 43 kilometers and begins at Chilca (km 82), offering a varied level of difficulty throughout its route. This classic trail will take you through the Andes and lead you to one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. It is an essential choice for adventurers. On our route, we will reach the highest point at an altitude of 4,216 meters (Warmiwañusca).
Day 1: Cusco - Km 82 - Huayllabamba
At 5:00 am, we will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you in our transport to Km 82 (2712 meters / 8,891 feet), the starting point of our hike and where we will meet our expedition team. We will pass through the control point to present our ORIGINAL identification and entrance tickets. On this day, we will observe archaeological complexes such as Patallaqta and Willka raqay, as well as dry forests. We will end our day in the community of Huayllabamba, our first campsite (3,100 meters / 10,170 feet). This first day is considered a training day.
- Cusco: 3,350 meters / 11,988 feet.
- Altitude at Km 82: 2712 meters / 8,891 feet.
- Campsite Altitude: 3,100 meters / 10,170 feet.
- Distance: 13 km / 8 miles.
- Difficulty: Moderate.
- Meals: Lunch – Dinner.
Day 2: Huayllabamba - Warmiwañuska - Pacaymayu
Today is the most challenging day of the 4-Day Inca Trail because we will pass through the highest point of the hike. After breakfast, we will begin the uphill ascent towards Warmiwañuska Pass (4,250 meters / 13,828 feet), where we will witness the imposing peaks of the Vilcanota mountain range. We will then descend along a beautiful stone trail to our second campsite at Pacaymayu (3,600 meters / 11,811 feet). After lunch, take a well-deserved rest. In the evening, we will enjoy dinner and spend the night at the campsite.
- Highest point: 4,250 meters / 13,828 feet.
- Campsite Altitude: 3,600 meters / 11,811 feet.
- Distance: 11 km / 6.8 miles.
- Difficulty: Challenging.
- Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner.
Day 3: Pacaymayu - Wiñaywayna
This is the longest but most beautiful day of the Inca Trail. We will witness the different ecological levels of the Andes, passing through fascinating cloud forests and humid environments. The day will be filled with breathtaking nature, deep valleys, steep mountains, and archaeological sites. We will visit Runkurakay (3,760 meters / 12,335 feet) and continue to the second pass at (3,900 meters / 12,795 feet), where we will take a brief rest. We will then descend and visit the archaeological site of Sayacmarca (3,625 meters / 11,893 feet). Continuing our journey, we will reach Phuyupatamarka (3,600 meters / 11,811 feet), where we will rest and take photographs. At the end of this day filled with passes, we will follow a path that leads to our final campsite, Wiñaywayna (2,750 meters / 8,860 feet).
- Highest point: 3,900 meters / 12,795 feet.
- Campsite Altitude: 2,750 meters / 8,860 feet.
- Distance: 15 km / 9.3 miles.
- Duration: 9 hours.
- Difficulty: Moderate.
- Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner.
Day 4: Wiñaywayna - Machu Picchu - Cusco
This is the most anticipated day of our 4-day Inca Trail adventure as we will visit one of the wonders of the world, Machu Picchu. Early in the morning, we will have breakfast and pass through the control at Wiñaywayna, where our entrance ticket will be checked. We will then walk towards the “Puerta del Sol,” also known as “Inti Punku” (2,720 meters / 8,924 feet), to have our first glimpse of Machu Picchu, the lost city of the Incas. We will leave our backpacks stored at the Machu Picchu control and have free time to rest. Later, we will re-enter Machu Picchu for a guided tour of approximately 3 hours and fully enjoy this marvel. Finally, we will take the bus down to the town of “Aguas Calientes” and board the train to Ollantaytambo, followed by a bus ride back to Cusco.
- Highest point: 2,720 meters / 8,924 feet (Inti Punku).
- Machu Picchu Altitude: 2,450 meters / 8,038 feet.
- Distance: 5 km / 3.1 miles.
- Duration: 2 hours.
- Difficulty: Easy.
- Meals: Breakfast.
included
- Transportation to km 82 (starting point of the hike)
- Professional bilingual guide (2 guides for a group of 9 people)
- Entrance ticket to the 4-day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu
- Camping equipment (tents, sleeping mats)
- Cooking equipment (tables, chairs, dining tent)
- Private professional chef
- Group of porters
- Meals (3 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners)
- Bus ticket from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes
- Train ticket from Machu Picchu to Ollantaytambo
- Transportation from Ollantaytambo to Cusco
- First aid kit and oxygen
not included
- First breakfast and last lunch
- Sleeping bag
- Extra porter (to be consulted before departure)
- Entrance to Huayna Picchu mountain (reservation required in advance)
- Trekking poles
- Gratuities
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ExcellentBased on 12 reviewsVerifiedpilar L2024-06-06Experiencia inolvidable "Tuve la suerte de contar con el increíble guía turístico Herber durante mi viaje a Perú. Su profundo conocimiento histórico y cultural, combinado con su amabilidad y entusiasmo, hizo que cada tour fuera una experiencia inolvidable. Recomiendo a Herber a cualquiera que quiera descubrir los secretos mejor guardados de la ciudad. ¡Gracias, Herber, por hacer de mi viaje una aventura inolvidable!"VerifiedSergio b2024-05-16Great with him An exceptional guide and an excellent person, the trip under his guidance multiplied interest and fun. I would without a doubt recommend working with him. Fantastic treatment and information. Out of 10 everything.Verifiedpatricia g2024-05-15Cusco travel, don't hesitate. Peru is a country that you love in every aspect, salkantay, mountain colors, Cusco, Amazon... But what makes all this really incredible is the human team of Cusco travel, cooks, muleteers, drivers, headed by the guide HERVER, excellent professional and better person, I would choose you a thousand times more.VerifiedJosé Carlos G2024-05-15Learning and adventure You have it all in Peru and with Herber it becomes super enjoyable and interesting. A guide of 10. A true connector with Pachamama. Thank you Shaman.VerifiedAna M2024-05-15Mountain, culture and gastronomy Without a doubt highly recommended. Very good professional... highly qualified in Inca history... and in terms of mountains ⛰️🏔️ culture and gastronomy... The tours were organized in detail and their kitchen equipment was a 10. I have fallen in love with this country thanks to him. I will be back.VerifiedJuan Diego S2024-05-13Great supplier and person We have made a full pack with Cuzco travel for 14 days. Including culture, Trekking, MachuPicchu and jungle in Puerto Maldonado Really, in my case we will continue working together and we will make everything grow in a respectful way and enjoying more travelers.VerifiedBorja G2023-10-02Pedro An unforgettable experience!!! Accompanied by our beloved guide and now friend Herber. A close and endearing person with a lot of knowledge. Where we have been protected and accompanied by him and his team like a big family, Nothing has been missing on this trip. An experience that has marked a before and after for me. I would definitely repeat it with this great team. Thank you Herber for your kindness, attention and good sense of humor.VerifiedLaura B2023-09-13Great tour with wonderful views and awesome guide Had such a good time on this tour, the views are amazing, the food is good and I found the walk up to the top very manageable, even with the altitude. What really made it a great tour though was Marco, our guide, who was so knowledgeable, kind and funny - our driver was also lovely. Would definitely recommend to anyone considering rainbow mountain!VerifiedDjango S2023-09-13Vinikunka tour full day Ee booked the tour with our hostel and for 30€ it was absolutley worth it. Our guide marco antonio was very helpfoul an had such good authentic vibes. Incredible. Recomendation.VerifiedSilvia I2022-09-15Altamente recomendado si buscas un buen guía de turismo Herber tiene todas las cualidades de un guía de excelencia: calidez en el trato, amabilidad e increíble conocimiento de cada lugar visitado.