DAY 1: CUSCO CAPULIYOC TO CHIQUISKA
Our trekking crew lead by your private guide will pick you up from your Hotel. you will be driving for four hours during this journey we will pass by farm villages of potatoes, vegetables, avocado plantation, and fruits in Limatambo and Curahuasi valley. then Capuliyoc, where you will have lunch. After lunch, you will start your descend this wonderful Adventure Capuliyoc is a viewpoint to see the Apurimac canyon and the Apurimac river, plus you will be able to see Choquequirao from in front. Today you will hike for four hours to Chiquiska camp This terrain is a Stone path. overlooking the Apurimac canyon. Included L, D.
Note. Very important you have to bring good equipment like good hiking shoes and very good socks to avoid blisters.
Altitude: capuliyoc 2800m/ 8900fts to Chiquiska camp 2000m./6000fts, Distance: 12 km, Time: 4 to 5 hours.
DAY 2: CHIQUISKA MARANPATA TO CHOQUEQUIRAO
Today after a healthy breakfast we will start our descend to playa Rosalina’s where will cross the Apurimac river one of the biggest in the Peruvian Andes flowed into the Atlantic ocean. After we cross we start our ascent for five hours to Marampata where we stop for lunch amazing place overlooking the Apurimac canyons and surrounded áreas like Huanipaca village from in front after a break we will continue our hike up and down to Choquequirao basecamp, today’s hike is more ascent challenging in the lush green Bambu vegetation if you are lucky we can see the Andean spectacled bear.
Altitude: from 1600 to 3000mtrs. Distance: 16 km. Time: 8 to 9 hours.
DAY 3: EXPLORE CHOQUEQUIRAO AFTERNOON HIKE TO PINCHIUNUYOC
This Morning you will explore the hiding city of the Incas civilization CHOQUEQUIRAO. our guide will explain and explore with you the most important place a ceremonial, Residencial, and farming area where you can observe the llama in their figures in the farming terraces After exploring, and taking enough free time for you. you will have lunch. In the afternoon we continue hiking up for 30 minutes then we descend for two hours in a stone path in thick, lush vegetation, until Pinchiunuyoc, where we camp for the night this is a hot spot, but we can refresh and wash in this beautiful water stream.
Altitude: choquequirao 3000m/9500fts. Pinchiunuyoc 2100m./ 6600fts, Distance: 8 km, Time: 3 hours.
DAY 4: PINCHIUNUYOC TO MAIZAL
Today after breakfast we will descend approximately for two hours to Rio Blanco, the morning hike will be in a stone path thick lush vegetation, rich in flora and fauna after crossing the Rio Blanco river, here you can dip in very refreshing glacier water especially in a sunny day, then you will start to ascend for four hours through some beautiful native Banbu forest to Maizal camp for lunch. Maizal is a quiet place there are just two families who live over the years surrounded by beautiful mountains a place to see the sunrise and the sunset.
Altitude: 2100m./6600fts. / to Maizal 3000m/ 9500fts, Distance: 14 km, Time: 6 to 7 hrs.
DAY 5: MAIZAL TO YANAMA COMMUNITY
Today after breakfast. we will start our ascent the morning hike will be in a lush green forest and other native trees from the area as well this section is Muddy and wet highly recommendable to use gaiters in this part of the trail then we arrive at San Juan pass 4100mts This is one best viewpoint to enjoy the Vilcabamba mountain range as a Pumasillo glacier if we are very lucky we can see a Condor. After your free time and having lunch you will start ascending to Yanama local community for two hours where we will camp for the night.
Altitude: 3000m/9500fts. to Yanama 35000mts/ 11000fts, Distance: 15 km, Time: 7 to 8 hours.
DAY 6: YANAMA TO TOTORA
Today is the most beautiful and challenging day you will be trekking overlooking the Vilcabamba mountain range until Yanama pass 4600m/ 14600fts the highest point on the trek. where you will have a spectacular view of Salkantay and Humantay snowed capped mountains after your free time we will continue our hike with a switchback trail downhill into the Totora valley until the small village of Totora where we stay for a night.
Altitude. 3500mts/11000fts. Totora 3400mts/10800fts, Distance: 22 km, Time: 8 to 10hrs.
DAY 7: TOTORA TO LUCMABAMBA
Today is another beautiful day of the hike because you will see the change of the ecosystem from the high Andean mountains to a green lush cloud forest where we will end in a tropical area. After breakfast we will continue our descend following the Totora valley for two hours to Colpapampa is a small village where the Salkantay classic trekkers camp for their second night. we will continue up and down, through a very lush cloud forest, full of begonias orchids, and a huge variety of butterflies, and birdlife. also, you will pass by avocado and granadilla farms (family of passion fruit) Until Granadillayoc where the last part we will take transportation to our camp Lucmabamba. 2000mts. today will camp in this farm village where the main industry is coffee growing, will explore a tropical forest for a little while. if you are a coffee lover this will be the place to taste one of the best organic coffee in Peru. This afternoon you have a chance to visit the relaxing Hot springs Cocalmayo this is an extra activity with additional cost.
Altitude: 3400mts/10800fts. Lucmabamba 2000mts/6300fts, Distance: 20 km, Time: 8 to 9 hrs.
DAY 8: LUCMABAMBA TO AGUAS CALIENTES
We will wake you up early in the morning to have breakfast. Today we will continue the ascent for three hours to Qelloqasa 2700m/8,586ft. from where we have a spectacular view of the lost city of the Incas, the legendary Machupicchu, from a different angle. From this point, you will descend to Llaptapata archeological site where you can see both Machu Picchu and Wayna Picchu mountains enjoying a good rest and explanation we will continue our descend to towards to Aobamba river if you are very lucky we will be able to see the cock of the rocks ( the national bird of Peru) crossing lush green forest and more avocado and coffee plantations bring us to the hydroelectric plant of Machupicchu, where we will have our lunch and we will have a thankful meeting and say good-by with our trekking crew, then we will take the train for 45 minutes to Aguas Calientes town where our guide will take you to the hotel you will stay for the night. Trekking distance: 18km, Time: 7 to 8 hours, Highest point: 2700m/8,586ft.
Altitude: 2000 to 2000 meters about sea level.
DAY 9: TOUR OF MACHUPICCHU AFTERNOON BACK TO CUSCO CITY
After Breakfast, your guide will pick you from your hotel for a short bus journey to the entrance of Machu Picchu, today you will explore this magical Inca city of the Inca civilization and enjoy learning about it was built and discovered. for 3 hours. You will then have free time to wander around and if you got a Ticket for Wayna Picchu you can climb. Note. There are just 400 visitors allowed per day. You have to book in advance the entrance with us to ensure your permit In the afternoon we meet in the town of Aguas Calientes. From here we take the train back to Ollantaytambo or Poroy depending on the space and private transportation back to your Hotel Cusco.
BRIEFING
The night before your trek, we will go to your hotel at a coordinated Time with you for your briefing. We will provide you a duffel bag that will stay with your porters while you hike, this duffel bag should not exceed 7kg or 14 pounds does need to include your sleeping bag and air mattress.
PERMITS
As soon we receive your details and deposit, we will purchase your permits depending on availability, these permits are for a specific date and in your name. They cannot be changed once are confirmed. Only your passport number is allowed to be updated. The permit includes an entrance to Machu Picchu.
PROFESSIONAL LICENSE TOUR GUIDE
All our guides who are part of “Machu Picchu Trails Peru” have a degree in tourism that they studied at the National University of Cusco. They are passionate about sharing our Peruvian History, culture, gastronomy, and others, they are fluent in English speaking and many of them speak our local language (Quechua) they will make sure your safety and lifelong memories.
PORTERS
We include a personal porter who is responsible for carrying your duffel bag, you will not have access to your duffel bag until your campsite, there is no extra fee for this.
TRANSPORTATION
You will have transportation include in this trek, from Cusco hotel or sacred valley to Km. 82 starting point and return to your hotel from the train station could be from Ollanta or Poroy.
We include expedition train from Aguas Calientes, you may want to upgrade to the Vistadome train service has extra 75$ per person.
We include the bust ticket from Machu Picchu citadel to Aguas Calientes town.
EQUIPMENT
We provide you a very nice four-season EUREKA TENTS. That is shared for two people you will also have a dining and cooking tents.
FOOD
We provide you an experienced chef who is an expert in cooking in the mountains respecting the food restriction of our clients. Let us know in advance or in your briefing before your departure. The first-day breakfast and the last-day lunch are not included. Other than that, we provide you breakfast, lunch, and diner as well as snacks for the hike.
We provide you an experienced chef who is an expert in cooking in the mountains respecting the food restriction of our clients. Let us know in advance or in your briefing before your departure. The first-day breakfast and the last-day lunch are not included. Other than that, we provide you breakfast, lunch, and diner as well as snacks for the hike.
WATER
Very important and is required to bring your own water bottle for the trek, we will provide you from the first lunch filtered, boiled cool down water to refill your water bottle at every campsite or Lunch spots.
FIRST AID
Every tour guide who is part of “Machu Picchu Trails Peru” received training in first aid from the high mountain specialists we do every February, your tour guide will have a first aid kit for basic medical situations. Also, in all our treks we provide oxygen for emergency situations in the worse cases, our staff will get you off the trail and we will assist you to get to the clinic if is needed.
TAXES AND FEES
All taxes and permits fees associated with this trek are included in the listed price.
RENTALS
Every trekker needs a sleeping bag when are camping. Inflatable air mattresses and walking sticks with rubber tips, if you don’t want to bring any of these items, they are all available for rent.
SLEEPING BAG $20
INFLATABLE AIR MATTRESS $15
PAIS OF WALKING STICKS $ 15.
TRAVEL INSURANCE
This is strongly recommended for traveling anywhere. Especially for those of you who live at sea level. Cusco region is located over 3000m. 10,000 ft. Highly recommended to arrive one day early of your tour starts to adjust to the altitude. As well it is suggested to have protection for missed tours.
WUAYANA PICCHU
Beautiful mountains stand behind the citadel of Machu Picchu is an extra 45-minute hike until to the top when you book your Inca Trail permit to make sure to added $75 to book your Huayna Picchu ticket. Nota. Not enjoyable for the people who are afraid of heights or vertigo.
WHAT WE RECOMEND TO BRING
* Backpack with a change of clothes for the whole period of the trek.
* Strong footwear, waterproof trekking boots recommended.
* Sandals or jogging shoes for a higher comfort while at camp.
* Warm clothes, including jacket, fleeces. Thermal clothing is also recommended, especially for sleeping.
* Cámara and batteries (batteries consume more quickly under cold conditions)
* Sun block or sun cream.
* Hydrating cream for face and body.
* Insect repellent – minimum recommended 20% deet – no malaria risk has been reported
* Toilet paper and tissues
* Snacks: biscuits, energy bars, chocolate, dried fruits, etc. Please note that we do provide a snack and our meal service is very complete and well supplied. This recommendation applies for all clients being used to a specific snack, as it may happen that it’s not included in our selection.
* Water container and water for the first morning. Important notice: plastic water bottles are no longer allowed into the Inca trail. Plastic water containers or comelback or metal ones are recommended.
* Optionally water sterilizing tablets in case you pick up water from streams or rivers along the route otherwise, we provide filtered boiled water, which is safe to drink and has not reported any health problem so far.
* Small towel
* Swimsuit (if you a extra day in Aguas Calientes town you can go to the hot springs)
* Cash in soles or in Dollars.
* Original Passport, travel insurance, any important health document you may have to follow any restrictions.
* Original international student identity card (in case you have applied for a student discount)
* Optional, walking sticks or hiking poles (rubber covers required in order not to damage inca trail) if not we have here for rent.
OPTIONAL SERVICES TO BE HIRED
An extra hotel night in Aguas Calientes can be booked for you at an additional cost depending on the Hotel you choose. Please note that if you wish to visit Machu Picchu again the following day, the additional cost of the entrance fee is not included.
Massage sessions: us$50 per 1-hour session our massage therapists have the highest recognition in Cusco.
RECOMENDED PACKING LIST FOR TREKS
Passport
Valid student card in case if you booked as a student
immigration stamp
25lts or 30 lts daypack
Water battle or comeback at list with 2 lts of storage.
Footwear waterproof hiking boots.
4 or 5 hiking t-shirts, three hiking pants considering one nice outfit for Machu Picchu, 5 sets of undergarments, 4 pers of socks, one fleece and down jacket for cold nights, set for rain gears jacket and pants, sun hat, wool hat, headlamp, warm waterproof gloves, shoes for camp, quickdry small towel.
Battery charger. There is no place to plug in while trekking.
Sunscreen, face moisturizer, insect repellent, hand sanitizer, wet wipes, toothbrush and paste, toilet paper, personal medication, band aids, moleskin, and others.
Camara, pone, music player.
