This 4 day, 3 night trip takes hikers on the traditional Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, passing through different ecosystems ranging from Andean plains to cloud forest. Hikers will cross two high passes, the highest at 4,200 meters, while visiting ancient Inca settlements. The itinerary includes days of hiking to camps, passing sites like Llactapata and Warmiwañuska pass, before arriving at the Inti Punku gate and views of Machu Picchu on the final day. The trip is led by professional guides and porters and includes tents, meals, and transportation from Cusco.

1. TRADITIONAL INCA TRAIL TO MACHU PICCHU (4D / 3N)
The Inca Trail to Machupicchu is rated among the ten best trekking trails in the
world because of the exquisite beauty of it s natural surroundings. These includes
different ecological areas from
the high Andean plains, to the
cloud forest an impressive
variety of altitudes, climates
and ecosystems .You will
cross two high altitude
passes(The highest is known
as Warmi wañuska or Death
Women pass at 4200m).
Following this ancient Inka
Trail to Machupicchu you will
be walking past mysterious
archaeological sites, half
covered by jungle overgrowth,
that looks like you are
discovering them for the first
time, you will visit these ancient settlements built in granite rock by the inkas all
through the Inca Trail to MachuPicchu and finally going through the Intu PunKu
(Gates of the Sun) where a magnificent view of the lost city of the Incas
Machupicchu will be printed in your mind for ever.
Trip Itinerary
DAY1: CHILLCA / LLACTAPATA .-We start our trek escorted by native "quechua¨
porters going through semi-arid terrain along the Urubamba River valley, with
magnificent views of the snow capped mountain, Veronica (20,200’). An easy
introductory day of no more than a 4 hours walk. Arriving at camp with in view of
Llactapata, an ancient Inca citadel that protected the entry to two valleys, one of
them leading to the inka trail to MachuPicchu. You will enjoy this less visited camp
away from the crowds. (L+D).
DAY2: LLACTAPATA / LLULLUCHA .-After a healthy breakfast, we walk past the
Inca Hamlet of Huayabamba, where most of the other trekkers camp. In the
afternoon you will be going through a unique Andean cloud forest, afterwards
arriving at our camp, at Llulluchapampa 3,600 meters altitude (B+L+D).
DAY3: LLULLUCHA / PHUYUPATAMARCA. - Today, the first part of the trek
takes us to the Warmiwañuska Pass at 4,200 meters. Walking on a remarkably
preserved Inca trail, we pass ancient archaeological sites half covered by dense
jungle overgrowth. A most rewarding day, with dream like landscapes of the Inca
Trail to Machupichu, orchids, ferns multi colored birds and humming birds provide
the ideal backstage. We make our camp at Phuyupatamarca (¨City Above the
Clouds¨), a set of ancient ritual baths, where ancient travelers on the Inca trail to
MachuPicchu will stop to bathe and purify themselves before arriving to the sacred
Sanctuary .You can do the same and transport yourself to the past. In the camp
you will enjoy spectacular views of snow- covered Andean ranges, such as the
Salcantay 6,200 meters and Veronica 6100 meters. (B+L+D).
DAY4: PHUYUPATAMARCA / MACHUPICCHU.- After about three and a half-
hours walking, you will arrive to the Inti punku, (Gates of the Sun), where a

2. magnificent view will be printed in you mind; the Sanctuary of Machupicchu, the
¨Lost City of the Incas¨. Late afternoon train back to Cusco. (B+L).
INCLUDES:
- Private transport to the head.
- 3 Nights in water proof igloo tents and mattress.
- Dining tent with tables and stools.
- Kitchen tent and toilet tent
- Professional, bilingual guide, cook and
porters
- Transfer from the train station to your
hotel in Cusco.
EXCLUDED:
-First say breakfast.
-last day lunch
-Sleeping bag
-Personal equipment and clothing.
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