We recommend two days predeparture to aclimate. We have the city tour of Cusco Inca arqueological sites. Also the sacred valley of the Incas full day tour
The Inca road system was the most extensive and highly advanced transportation system in pre-Columbian South America. The network was based on two north-south roads, with numerous branches. The best known portion of the road system is the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu.
Main routesThe eastern route ran high in the puna and mountain valleys from Quito, Ecuador to Cusco, Peru (The capital of the Inca Empire) to Mendoza, Argentina. The western route followed the coastal plain except in coastal deserts where it hugged the foothills. More than twenty routes ran over the western mountains, while others traversed the eastern cordillera in the mountains and lowlands. Some of these roads reach heights of over 5,000 metres (16,000 ft) above sea level. The trails connected the regions of the Inca empire from the northern provincial capital in Quito, Ecuador past the modern city of Santiago, Chile in the south. The Inca road system linked together about 40,000 kilometres (25,000 mi) of roadway and provided access to over 3,000,000 square kilometres (1,200,000 sq mi) of territory.
Situated between 500 to 800 meters (1,600 to 2,600 ft) above sea level, this monumental road, which could reach 20 metres (66 ft) in width, connected populated areas, administrative centers, agricultural and mining zones as well as ceremonial centers and sacred spaces. These roads provided easy, reliable and quick routes for the Empire's civilian and military communications, personnel movement, and logistical support. The prime users were imperial soldiers, porters and llama caravans, along with the nobility and individuals on official duty. Permission was required before others could walk along the roads, and tolls were charged at some bridges. Although the Inca roads varied greatly in scale, construction and appearance, for the most part they varied between about 1 to 4 meters (3.3 to 13 ft) in width.
Much of the system was the result of the Incas claiming exclusive right over numerous traditional routes, some of which had been built centuries earlier. Many new sections were built or upgraded substantially: through Chile's Atacama desert, and along the western margin of Lake Titicaca, serve as two examples. The Qhapaq Ñan (English: Great Inca Road, or Main Andean Road, and meaning "the beautiful road") constituted the principal north-south highway of the Inca Empire traveling 6,000 kilometres (3,700 mi) along the spine of the Andes.
The Qhapaq Ñan unified this immense and heterogeneous empire through a well-organized political system of power. It allowed the Inca to control his Empire and to send troops as needed from the capital, Cusco.
The most important Inca road was the Camino Real, as it is known in Spanish, with a length of 5,200 kilometres (3,200 mi)). It began in Quito, Ecuador, passed through Cusco, and ended in what is now Tucumán, Argentina. The Camino Real traversed the mountain ranges of the Andes, with peak altitudes of more than 5,000 m (16,000 ft). El Camino de la Costa, the coastal trail, with a length of 4,000 kilometres (2,500 mi), ran parallel to the sea and was linked with the Camino Real by many smaller routes.
Itinerary
This is a truly unique sojourn through the heart of the Cordillera of the Andes. Visit two ancient and remote cities from the Incas times. Explore the different ecosystems and experience the biodiversity of this the greatest mountain chain in the world.
Day one: Trekking, Cachora, Capulichayoc, Chikiska
We depart from Cusco early in the morning, we drive 
north east of into the department of Apurimac (great speaker of God) for about 4 hours. A pause is in order to photograph the awesome views of the mountains. After which we go on to the town of Cachora (2900mts) where we will make our preliminary preparations. After 2,30minutes hike we arrive to have lunch in the little town of Capulichayoc(2915mts) where we will see this native tree called Capuli (Prunus capuli).In this point we enjoy another view of the Canyon and of some Inca remains of Choquequirao from far way. From there we hike for about four hours down covering 
18 kilometers to Chiquisca (1800mts) where we will camp. We will see one ecosystem called the Andean semidry forest with chances to see some of our scrub bush vegetation with bushes like the Chilca (bacharis peruviana) and some Molle (Schinus molle) 
and Tara (Caesalpina spinosa) tress used for medicinal purposes in the area. Also there will be the chance to see some hummingbirds and if we are lucky the Andean Condor(Vulture gryphus) and some eagles like Black chested Buzzard Eagles(Geranoaetus melanoleucus) and Falcons flying from above the canyon of the Apurimac river. Today we cover 18.4 kilometers (B, L, D)
Day two: Chiquiska, Santa Rosa, Marampata
Today we’re off to a early start to climb up and out part of the gorge of the Apurimac River. After a short hike we arrive to Rosalina beach where we can enjoy an early bath in the river. After we begin hiking all the way up to one of the villages called Santa Rosa (2115mts) where 
we have a break. We then continue upward trough the Andean dry forest. Where we will see several species of bromeliads and species of cactus called The tree cactus(Neoraimondia sp) and the Tuna cactus(Opuntia sp) and also the Condon columnar Cactus(Pilosocereus tweedyanus) this tree called from the acacia called Willka(Acacia macrocantha) ;As well some hummingbird and finches. 
One we reach the little village of Maranpata (2910mts) we will have lunch. Then in the afternoon after two hours hike through the cloud forest with some species of birch family like the Aliso(alnus jorullensis) and our national flower called Kantu(Cantua buxifolia) we will arrive to Choquequirao for sunset and a short exploration. In this ecosystem we will see some species of hummimbird and tanagers as well some wrens in this ecosystem called the cloud forest. We will arrive to our camp at Choquequirao (Cradle of gold) at 3033). After two hours and the covering the distance of 12 kilometers, (B, L, D)
Day three: Choquequirao, Rio Blanco, Maizal
We begin getting ready early morning 
for sunrise. After breakfast we take a wonderful hike into the city of Choquequirao ”Cradle of Gold”, lying at an altitude of 3055mts ft) and finely poised several thousand feet above the inner gorge. The views to the south, east and west span great distances and areas. It is a commanding position from where it would have been an easy task to sight and intercept the Spanish mule trains circulating between Cusco and 
Huamanga. This is the day when we have the 
time for both a thorough tour and short explorations. After a light lunch -with an incredible view of the ancient Inca terraces- we begin descending following the Rio Blanco River through different valleys to the village of Maizal near there we camp. We will hike for about 10 kilometers and 6 hours(B, L, D)
Day four: Maizal, Victoria Silver Mines, Yanama
Today’s early start is framed with the view of the glacier called Korihuayrachina (aprox 19000 ft.) which was of great importance in the irrigation and supply of water for the area which flowed through Inca aqueducts. After breakfast we are ready and we begin our hike through the Victoria (silver mines exploited in colonial times).
After lunch we arrive at the village of Yanama. We will set our campup nearby, with views of the Pumasillo. Glacier (altitude: 19915 ft.) looming close. Good opportunities to sight hummingbirds and the Aplomado falcon). Theenvironment is grassland area with a prevalence of Graminae such as Andean Ichu (Stipa sp) andthe Andean bush called Chilca (bacharis latifolia and b lanceolata).we will hike today for 8kilometrs and 7 hours (B, L, D).
Day five: Yanama, Abra Apachota, Totora.
After breakfast we enjoy the beginning of the day with a beautiful view of the Vilcabamba mountain range. We start our hike thought the various inter-Andean valleys, with the objective of reaching our first high mountain pass: Yanama pass at an altitude of 15550 ft. Following the pictures and celebrations of a worthy achievement, we 
descend a 
ways to the lunch spot. Following the ensuing and well-earned good rest, we hike down to the village of Totora staring at the incredible view of the Salcantay snowpeak, at 6271mts ft. of altitude, the undisputed monarch of that Cordillera.
Time to relax at camp, change for a bath in the river. 
Good chances to see representative species of Andeanbirds of the Fringillidae (sparrows and finches) such as the Rufus collared sparrow (Zonotrichia capensis) and the Plumbeous sierra finch (Phygilus unicolor). And great chance of constellation and star gazing.Today we will hike for 18kilometres and 9 hours (B, L, D).
Day six: Totora, Collpapampa, Santa Rosa,Rriver
A beautiful Salkantay peak morning heralds a lovely day. We continue throughout the different Valleys where we will 
occasionally encounter some of the scrub bush vegetation in the Andean semi dry forest with the good change to see bird life and typical forest; after that we stop for lunch near the river
Spectacular walk in the afternoon with the incredible view of the site where two rivers meet eachother and form the Santa Teresa River (one of the little tributaries of the Amazon).also wewillstop near the hot springs for a bath. As previously there are great chances to see flora and fauna such as Bromeliads and other Bromelaceae (Puya densiflora) and the Collared warbling finch (poopiza hispaniolensis) we camp in the vicinity of the Santa Teresa River.Today we will hike for 6 hours and 8 kilometres. (L, B, D).
Day seven: Colcapamapa, Lucmabamba
After a good breakfast in the open with the beginnings 
of the Cloud forest beckoning, we begin our hike to the musical soundsof subtropical birds, typical of this ecosystem. After spotting some orchids among the flora and fauna, we will stop for lunch this will be followed by a long walk along the Santa 
Teresa River, at 2200mts ft..There will also be another of our notorious good breaks nearthe river for a great bath. After this refreshing experience we will continue walking for the rest of the afternoon until our next camp with soundsof the forest.Today we hike for 7 hours and cover about 14 kilometers (B, L, D).
Day eight: Lucmabamba, Patallacta, Hidroeléctrica, Aguas Calientes.
We begin today’s hike on an original Royal Inca Road, probably used to connect the cities of Vilcabamba (second capital of the Incas
of Vilcabamba after 1500 a.C) with the city of Machu Picchu. After following a regular path climbing up the mountain through the cloud forest, we will find some native Maguey plants (Furcraea andina) used by the Incas to make rope and cables for their famous suspension bridges.
When we reach the summit of this ridge, we shall come upon at least 3 different Inca Roads which in time have become trails. We will choose one of them that will lead us to the city of Patacllacta where we will explore and have a view of Machu Picchu from 6 kilometers away. 
After a light lunch we go down to the valley of Aobamba (chances to see the White collar swift(Streptoprocne zonaris). Soon its very hot and timefor a swim in the nearby river. After a refreshing bath we continue for 10 minutes more to the train stop on the Urubamba River where and board the train tothe town of Aguas Calientes (district of Machu Picchu) where we will lodge overnight. Strongly recommended is a good time at the local hot springs.Today we will hike about 10 kilometres and 5 hours (B, L, D).
Day nine:
This day we begin as usual with the sunrise, taking 
the bus up to Machu Picchu. After 20 minutes of bus ride we arrive at the AncientCity of Machu Picchu. After the necessary preparations we embark on a tour for two hours. Time passes quickly and the moment for lunch and a good rest is soon upon us.
Afterwards we have the choice for a good hike to climb the mountains of Machupicchu or Hayna Picchu (about 3 hours of hiking, round trip.)
Last view of Machu Picchu before taking the trainback to Cusco, where we will have our farewell dinner. (B, L, D).
Also we recommend combining this trip with the 5 or 4 day jungle trip plus a river rafting trip on the Apurimac and Urubamba (Vilcanota) Rivers.
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Meals.
Lodge.
Hotels.
Equipment and gear.
Transportation.
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Horses handlers.
Train.
Tours.
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Guides.
First aid.
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