Classic Inca Trail 4 days
- 4 Days / 3 nights
- Campsite
- Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
from $529
Go for Classic Inca Trail 4 daysDefinitely a route that today remains a busy thoroughfare for tourists to reach one of the Wonders of the world modern "Machu Picchu".
The trip ends with a visit to the Inca citadel of Machupicchu.
Be sure to reserve a place on the Inca Trail to you as soon as possible, as there are a limited number of permits issued by the Peruvian government. There are only places for 500 people a day and only about 200 of these quotes are for hikers while it's rest is for the guides, cooks and porters.
At 6:00 am We will start the tour with a transfer from your hotel toAlfamayuc. Our destination for the day will be the small village of Santa Maria (1,430 mtrs). On our way rolling hills and snow capped peaks of theMountains are waiting for us. We will have some opportunities to take some pictures. Arriving to Alfamayuc ,ridding for a number of hours by bicycleto Santa Maria, it makes all the difference. The 3 - 4 hour downhill rideis exhilarating and relaxing at the same time, and will not be soon forgotten.
We finally arrive, free time to rest (or explore) before having dinner and pastthe night in a local hostal.
We begin the day having anenergy breakfast. Start to Walkthrough the tropical forest.
for a short period along the road we take a trail through coffee and coca plantations and also pass through farms which grow tropical fruits like oranges. After climbing for a while we connect with a "tropical Incatrail" - that is, a original Inka Path. There are great views along this section and we descend by impressive Inca Stairs while admiring the canyon of the Vilcanota River. (please note, this is VERYchallenging for those with vertigo or a fear of heights!) many photos opportunities around us. We will have the chance to visit the local Coca Plantation.
At last, when we arrive to Santa Teresa, we willbe able to enjoy the naturally of the hot springs. We will relax thereuntil it is time for Dinner. Overnight in a nice local hostal in SantaTeresa.
After breakfast, we head up Lucmambamba, where will ascend up to the archaeological site of Patallacta, presents a great stretch of the royal Inca trail and from here you can see the Inca city of Machu Picchu. Then descend for 1 hour, to a beautiful waterfall, thus reaching hydropower. Lunch, then continue heading to Machu Picchu Pueblo and through Mandor Waterfall, where and spend the night in a comfortable hotel. Overnight we took the opportunity to visit the Hot Springs Village.
We have breakfast and then take the bus (8am) up to Machu Picchu.. Awalking tour (approximately 2 hours) is given by your guide and after this you can explore the mysterious city by yourselves. If you have energy you can also climb Huayna Picchu (2720m/8890ft)!!! (It takes about 45 minutes to reach thetop.) Optional evening visit to the Hot Springs "entrance fees US$4".Overnight in Machupicchu Village.
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