Day 1-A mid morning you will be met by our guide and transferred by private bus to the starting point at k. 82. in Chilca. After a short hike you will enter into the National Park at Llactapata where you will be registered and the porters will be adjusted for the proper weights of all the equipment. At one time this was used as utilitarian center of large settlement of farming terraces which probably supplied the other Inca trail sites.( All the camping gear is carried by our staff giving you the time to enjoy the beautiful scenic views. Today you will get your first taste of the environment with all the diversity of plants as you hike along the Cusichaca river then on to Huayllabamba which leads into the Amazon basin. All the camping gear is carried by our staff giving you the time to enjoy the beautiful scenic views like the snow capped peak of Mt Veronica that tops out at 19,200 ft. As you make your way through the most intricate pre-Columbian highway system of the Americas (some say the world) you will continue to the village of Huayllabamba, as a steeper climb takes you through part of a mountain forest & up to the point of Llulluchapampa at ( 12,500 ft.) Here you will get your first glimpse of the Vilcabamba range as you settle in for the day and the camp site will be set by the porters at Llulluchapampa. ( Camp ) ( B/L/D )

Day 2-After a early breakfast the most difficult part climb of this Inca Trail is the ( 13,776 ft. ) Warmihuanunca Pass, this point is the highest part of the trip and from here the rest of the trip will be a down hill hike. After a brief moment to catch your breath and take some fabulous photos with your heads in the clouds you will descend into a area known as the orchid zone and continue towards the Inca outpost of Pacasmayo. After time is spent for a healthy lunch you will continue climbing a series of Inca steps and proceed towards the and the ruins of Runcuracay. ( 12,172 ft. ) Today’s camp will be set adjacent to a plateau and a small lake where clouds slumber by and time stands still. ( Camp) ( B/L/D )

Day 3-The day starts by climbing of the Inca steps to and passing the ruins of Runcuracay and the 12,172 ft. pass. As we descend into the rainforest you will notice a change in the vegetation. Here a variety of colorful plant life is abundant as well as temperatures are several degrees warmer from the higher pass. Our hike then leads us to the archaeological site of Sayajmarca and through an Inca tunnel opening at Phuyupatamarca ruins,( 12,000 ft. ) where our camp will be set. (Camp) ( B/L/D )

Day 4-After a crisp fresh awakening to the breeze flowing through the mountains we enjoy the prepared breakfast and give respect to the mother earth for the gifts she bares. A rapid descent takes you through the cloud forest where a variety of flowers and tropical vegetation, mosses & tree ferns escort you to the magical ruins of Winay Wayna. Here there are several baths and newly uncovered terraces. In the anticipation of continuing on the trail your hearts may begin to pound from the excitement that awaits your every step and breath as you approach the fabled citadel. Just as you are to make your final turn and approach the trails entry a sigh of relief to know the reward is only a few steps further as you enter into Inti Punku Pass or "The Gate of The Sun." Here you will get your first magnificent view of the forgotten city of Machu Picchu. As you proceed downward into Machu Picchu large rock structures or temples are along the path to which the guide will point out as you make your way into "coliseum" like site. As you arrive your guide will explain the history and the myths that surround this archaeological wonder. Several ideas or possibilities have been noted of this massive archaeological complex of acropolis proportion. Wether this site was pre Incan, a previous leaders sanctuary for his retirement, maybe a location for the virgins to be separated from the kingdom and used as wives for the Inca rulers or even sacrificial for the gods. It seems that the world will never know. After a time spent visiting the more important locations, you will proceed (2:00 - 2:30 p.m.) transfer by bus to Aguas Calientes to board the 3:00 p.m. auto wagon train for your return to Cuzco. After your arrival into the Cuzco and the train station. ( 6:45 - 7:00 p.m. ) our staff will meet and transfer you to the hotel. Option : overnight at Machu Picchu  OR  Aguas Calientes location ( B ) 

 

The 5 day trek extension with optional hotel OR camp site

INCA TRAIL  5 Days / 4 Nights

NOTE : See above INCA TRAIL schedual days 1 - 3 

Day 4-After a crisp fresh awakening to the breeze flowing through the mountains we enjoy the prepared breakfast and give respect to the mother earth for the gifts she bares. A rapid descent takes you through the cloud forest where a variety of flowers and tropical vegetation, mosses & tree ferns escort you to the magical ruins of Winay Wayna. Here there are several baths and newly uncovered terraces. After a short time here we will continue onward until we reach our final nights ( camp or *hotel ) at the base of Machu Picchu near the town of Aguas Calientes.  ( optional camp or *hotel ) ( B/L/D )

 

Day 5-Early morning wake we enjoy the prepared breakfast then proceed to the Mythical site of Machu Picchu. ( You can either board the tourist bus or for the hearty hiker you can proceed by foot .) Apon your arrival to watch the sunrise you will get a magnificent view of the forgotten city of Machu Picchu. As you proceed into the National Park your guide will explain the history and the myths that surround this archaeological wonder. Several ideas or possibilities have been noted of this massive archaeological complex of acropolis proportion. Your guide can as well take you to the the top of Huayna Picchu or a visit to the Inti Punku Pass ( Gate of the Sun ) Time will also be allowed for more exploration and photography of the area. Wether this site was pre Incan, a previous leaders sanctuary for his retirement, maybe a location for the virgins to be separated from the kingdom and used as wives for the Inca rulers or even sacrificial for the gods. It seems that the world will never know. After a time spent visiting the more important locations, you will proceed either to your hotel of choice or transfer by bus to Aguas Calientes to board the 3:00 p.m. auto wagon train for your return to Cuzco. After your arrival into the Cuzco and the train station our staff will meet and transfer you to the hotel. ( 6:45 - 7:00 p.m. ) ( B )

 

 

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