SHORT INCA TRAIL: To MACHU PICCHU 2 Days1 Night
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We recommend the city tour of Cusco Inca archaeological sites. Also the sacred valley of the Incas full day tour
The Inca road system was the most advanced and intricate transportation system in pre-Colombian South America. The network covered a territory of over 5,000,000 square kilometers with approximately 60,000 kilometers of primary and secondary trails. The most essential roadway was theCamino Real (Royal Road), which spanned 5,000 kilometers and traversed the Andes mountain ranges of Peru. Along this important trail, the Incas built countless religious retreats and military stations, in addition to multiple reststops and administrative areas. Only people on duty, or with the permission of the government, were able to travelover this critical route.
The most important Inca roads began at the sacred plaza of Aucaypata in Cusco (the capital of the Inca Empire). From here, the road network connected the four sides of theTawantinsuyu Empire.
Join us for the different Inca Trails and alternative Inca trails. Choose your program and options.
The best way to see Machu Picchu, because you ride the train through the Urubamba gorge with incredible views of the Andes and in the beginning of the cloud forest. Also you hike part of this original Inca trail. Also great opportunities to see some flora and fauna.
- ITINERARY
- TRIP ITINERARY:
DAY ONE: CHACHABAMBA, MACHUPICCHU
We start day one with a morning train to kilometer 104 of the rail line, passing by snowcapped mountains, diverse ecosystems, and ancient ruins along the way. The train will depart from Cusco in the early morning and arrive at a trailhead in Chachabamba(2,100 meters) by mid -morning. Here, we’ll start our hike towards the archaeological site of Wiñay Wayna (2,710 meters), which will take approximately 2 ½ hours total. Once in Wiñay Wayna(named after the local orchest), we will stop for a picnic lunch and a brief tour. After lunch, we’ll begin our descent into the city of Machu Picchu (2,450meters). Enjoy the beautiful scenery and unparalleled view of the Urubamba mountain range as we pass through the mystical cloud forest. It’s in this subtropical forest that you will see endless species of plants, including the forever young orchest (Epidendrum secundum), the Bamboo orchest(Sobralia dicotoma), and much more. The diversity doesn’t end here. Take inall the sights and sounds of the Inca wren (Thryothorus eisenmanni), sparkling violet ear (Colibri coruscans), and maybe even the famed Andean Condor. To better appreciate all this area has to offer, we’ll stop at the Sun gate (Intipunku) entrance before our final descent. Here, we’ll snap some photos of the beautiful granite mountains known as the Bartolite of Vilcabamba (volcanic formation), along with the city of Machu Picchu below. As we make our way down, we’ll break at several more lookout points for additional photo opportunities. By the time we arrive at Machu Picchu, we will have hiked for approximately 8 miles and 5 hours, so be prepared for a much needed rest!From here, we’ll take a bus into Aguas Calientes (about 25 minutes away), where we’ll settle in at a hotel for a good shower, hot meal, and maybe an evening dip in the hot springs. (L, D).
DAY TWO: MACHU PICCHU
Today, we’re up at the crack of dawn to see the sunrise from Machu Picchu (weather permitting). After a quick breakfast, we’ll catch the bus for a 25-minute ride to the actual city of Machu Picchu. We’ll start with a two-hour tour of the city, after which you’ll be free to relax or hike one of the mountains in the area, Machu Picchu or Huayna Picchu (about 2 to 3 hours).If you decide to hike, you will gain a whole new perspective on the Citadel and its rich biodiversity;definitely an experience you won’t forget! Afterwards, we’ll have lunch in town and visit the local market. Then, in the afternoon we’ll complete our trip with a train ride back to Cusco.
Note: You can design your own package and choose your hotel, or we can reserve that for you.
- Included
- Included:
- Meals,snacks
- Trek and arqueological sides along the trail
- Hotels(optional 3 stars)
- Radio communication
- Transportation in and out
- Bus up and down to Machu picchu
- Train round trip
- Tours,optional hike in Machu picchu and Huayna picchu mountain)
- Ticket entrance to the trail and site.
- Guides (historical, natural)
- First aid, bottle of oxygen
- Prices
- Prices:
- 2 pax $500 for each person
- 3 to 5 pax $450 for each person
- 6 to 8 pax $400 for each person
- 9 to 16 pax $350 for each person
- What to bring
- What to bring
This is a list designed to advise you what equipment is appropriate to bring according to the weather conditions predominating at the time of your trip:- Flashlights (at least one headlamp among them).
- Sun Block; Insect Repellent.
- Towels (Small; cotton and hygienic).
- Rain Gear (Pants and Jacket) though not necessary during the months of July and August.
- A couple of pairs of socks, perhaps even an extra pair.
- One pair of trousers for the evening plus two more pairs for trail use (zipp-offs).
- Sandals for River use (Teva types).
- Low ankle height hiking shoes or regular hiking boots (check the season).
- Reading material.
- Binoculars (always useful regardless of season and activity).
- Bathing Suit.
- Water Bottle (I liter capacity).
- Good Sun glasses, perhaps two sets.
- A bandana for neck protection.
- A couple of sets of underwear (perhaps an extra pair).
- Camera and plenty of film.
- Passport (plus a couple of Xerox copies).
- At least one short sleeve shirt and one or two long sleeve shirts (dark colors, depending on the place and destiny chosen).
- A good waterproof jacket and anorak.
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