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Inca Trail 4d/3n
The Inca Trail is by far the most famous trek in South America and is rated by many to be in the top 5 treks in the world. In just 26 miles (45km) it manages to combine beautiful mountain scenery, lush cloud-forest, sub-tropical jungle and, of course, a stunning mix of Inca paving stones, ruins and tunnels. The final destination of this Inca trail just cannot be beaten: Machu picchu, the mysterious "Lost City of the Incas".
Our standard 4 day group service is the most popular of Inca Trail that we offer. With this service you join one of our groups, so you will find yourself trekking with a variety of like-minded people from all over the world. This service is perfect for small groups of friends couples and individuals.
There are no hidden charges in our prices. In the last few years the price of the 4-day Inca Trail has risen a lot. The are several reasons for this. For full details see “Important note”.
Discounts for Students!! US$30 discount on the normal price to students into the total amount with a valid International Student Identity Card (ISIC) and to children under the age of 16 years old (child's passport must be provided at the time of paying the trek deposit in order to qualify for the discount or scans of your ISIC card). International Youth Travel Cards (IYTC) or other forms of student identity are not acceptable. Group Size: Typical group size 08-12 persons, Maximum 15 persons
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NOTE: You will need to leave your luggage in the Cusco hotel, most the hotels in Cusco provide a secure luggage deposit. Put any valuables in their safe.
* Participants need to be in good physical health and condition to be able to enjoy the Inca Trail. The trekking will be difficult if you have not exercised regularly before your trip. To fully enjoy an Inca Trail adventure, we advise passengers to get into an exercise program for their own safety and enjoyment. If a passenger suffers from any medical condition, we advise him/her to consult a physician about joining an Inca Trail Expedition.
Important Note: We are going to buy your Inca Trail permit using the names & passport numbers that you send us. You must bring the same passports with you to Cusco and take them on the Inca Trail. If the name or number in your passport is different from the name and number on the Inca Trail permit, the government authorities will not allow you to start the trek and you will not be entitled to a refund. If you make a trek booking at the student price you must send us a copy of your "ISIC" card at the time you pay the trek deposit. If you fail to bring your ISIC card on the trek the government authorities will not allow you to start the trek and you will not be given the opportunity to pay the extra difference in price.
When to make a trek booking: The government has strictly limited the number of people permitted on the Inca Trail during 2010 (permits are issued to about 200 trekkers per day plus 300 porters per day). We recommend that you make a trek booking as early as possible. In 2008 the trek permits for some dates sold out more than 4 months in advance !! However don't make a total booking until you have all the group details (names, passport numbers, ages etc) and you are sure about your trek departure date since these details cannot be changed after we have bought your trek permit. We recommend to see Inca Trail Availability.
IMPORTANT: Possible changes to Inca Trail trek price 2010: The above Inca Trail prices are based on the following third party costs which are outside of our control:
1. Inca Trail entrance fee for the tour starting on 82km (Cusco - Machu Picchu) for this year 2010 is 247 Peruvian Soles, about US$83, discount of US$30 for students with "ISIC" cards and children <16yrs and 42 Soles, about US$14 for all of our porters.
2. Machu Picchu entrance fee for this year 2010 is 124 peruvian soles, about US$ 42, discount of US$20 for students with ISIC cards and children <16yrs. You can see those prices here (spanish version)
Consider that the price paid for Inca Trail and Machu Picchu entrance fee is clearly marked on the Inca trail trek permit. The government reserves the right to increase the entrance fee at any time and may only give us one or two weeks notice.
3. Included in the price of Inca Trail trek is the returning journey on the train from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo on the Backpacker Cerrojo train which currently costs US$31 per person. (details of service and price can be checked on the Peru Rail website www.perurail.com). The Peru Rail website states that they reserve the right to change the price at anytime. The price paid for the train ticket is clearly marked on the ticket.
4. It is not Included in the price of the Inca Trail trek the bus ticket from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes (4th day) which currently costs each way US$7 per person. It is not anticipated that these costs will increase during 2010, and if they do they are unlikely to increase by more than US$2 per person. The price paid for the bus ticket is clearly marked on the ticket.
5. Local sales taxes known as IGV are included in the price of Inca Trail trek. The currently rate of IGV is 19%. It is not anticipated that this rate will increase during 2010.
6. In addition to the prices mentioned above there are other costs for our services such as: transfers and connections before the tour, professional guides, cooks and porters, camping equipment, buses from Ollantaytambo to Cusco, and other administrative costs to make the appropriate tour accomodations for your needs.
" For these reasons, we consider our prices transparent and very competitive in Inca Trail in relation to our competitors without sacrificing quality "
Inca Trail 4d/3n Itinerary
Inca Trail day 1 (12km): Travellers are collected early from their hotel or host families (5-5:30am) and travel by bus, through the villages of Chinchero, Urubamba and Ollantaytambo, for the 3 hour scenic trip to kilometer 82 (the start of the Inca Trail). Buses normally stop at the town of Urubamba or Ollantaytambo in the Sacred Valley for about an hour to give people the opportunity to have breakfast. Hikers cross the Vilcanota River and follow the trail to the right as it climbs steeply up from the river. After passing through a small village, the ruins of the Inca hill fort of Llaqtapata come into view high above the mouth of the river Cusichaca. It is a simple descent down to the Cusichaca river.
For a further 7 km the path follows the left bank of the river up to the village of Huayllabamba (3,000m). The name in Quechua means 'grassy plain'. Most tour groups spend the first night here although there are prettier campsites a little further on.
Inca Trail day 2 (11km): After breakfast, the toughest part of Inca trail begin, walking towards the highest point in the Inca Trail where you will have an unbelievable panoramic view of the whole area and will observe different types of microclimates. It is another 1½ hours climb to the first and highest pass of the Inca trail (Abra de Warmiwañusca or 'Dead Woman's Pass) at 4,200m. During this part of the Inca trail, you will have a tremendous feeling of achievement mixed with relief on reaching the top where hikers are exposed to the Andean elements: first scorching sun and then, closer to the pass, freezing winds. Once at the top hikers can celebrate having completed the most difficult section of Inca trail.
The decent from the pass is steep although not difficult, following the trail on the left side of the valley to the valley floor and to the 2nd night's campsite at Pacamayo (3,600m). There are toilet facilities here.
Inca Trail day 3 (16km): From Pacaymayu it takes about an hour to climb up to the ruins of Runkuracay. These small circular ruins occupy a commanding position overlooking the Pacamayo valley below. Another 45 minute hike at 3,950m we will bring you to the top of the second pass: Abra de Runkuracay. The descent down the steps from the pass is steep so take care. This section of the Inca trail, up till the 3rd pass, is particularly beautiful as the path crosses high stone embankments and skirts deep precipices. After about 1 hour from the 2nd pass you'll arrive at Sayajmarca by way of a superbly designed stone staircase. The name Sayacmarca means 'Inaccessible Town' and describes the position of the ruins perfectly, protected on three sides by sheer cliffs. No one knows the exact purpose of these ruins.
The trail then climbs up to the
3rd pass (3,700m). The view from the pass offers excellent views
of several snow-capped peaks including
Salcantay (6,271m) and
Veronica (5,750m). A few minutes after the pass is
Phuyupatamarca, the most impressive Inca ruin so far. The name
means 'Town in the Clouds'. Access to the ruins is down a steep
flight of stairs passing six 'Inca Baths' probably used for the
ritual worship of water.
After about an hour of walking through cloudforest you may just be able to see the tin roof of the Trekkers Hostal at Wiñay Wayna, although it probably won't be for another 2 hours until you arrive.
The Trekkers Hostal certainly isn't considered one of Peru's best-looking hotels. It is also usually crowded and cramped, but it is the last official campsite before Machu Picchu, hence it's always full. There is, however, a restaurant where you can purchase food, drinks and even a well deserved beer, as well as hot showers ($2) and toilets. Trekkers on the Classic 4-day Inca trail will camp here.
A short trail leaves from the southern end of the hostal to the ruins of Wiñay Wayna. The name in Quechua means 'forever young' and is named after a variety of pink orchid which grows here. The ruins comprise magnificent agricultural terraces set in an impressive location. There are also many buildings of good quality stonework and a sequence of 10 baths, suggesting that the site was probably a religious center associated with the worship of water. Ritual cleansing may have taken place here for pilgrims on the final leg of the Inca trail to Machu Picchu.
Inca Trail day 4 (6km): Have a very early start to arrive in time for sunrise at Machu Picchu. After a one hour walk through the forest towards the Inti Punku or the Gate of the Sun, also known as the Entrance Gate to Machu Picchu, where you will have the most impressive panoramic view of the citadel. Upon arrival at Machu Picchu, three-hours guided tour around the citadel, visiting the main sites and monuments. After the tour you will have free time to wander around, then you will meet with the rest of the group to drive by bus down to Aguas Calientes (optional). In the afternoon, transfer by train to Ollantaytambo, upon arrival in Ollantaytambo transfer to Cusco. End of services.
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