Classic Inca Trail 4D/3N to Machupicchu

Very Important:
Even though the regulations for Expeditions to the Inka trail, point that the bookings must be done 5 days before the date of start, it's recommendable to do it beforehand, the average in high season points that 90 days befote the Start there is not space, due that only 500 people can enter per day, in order to protect both, the Inka trail and the santuary of Machupicchu.
• Distance: 45km /Duration: 4 days /When to go:from April to November/Altitude: 2,380 masl to 4,200 masl /Difficulty: Moderate to Strenuous/Remark: 2 Days acclimatization required

Day 1: Cusco – Km 82-Wayllabamba. Pick up from your hotel 05.45am to board the bus. Ensure you have your original passport and ISIC student card (if applicable). The journey to trailhead at km 82 takes approximately 3 hours. We will enjoy breakfast along the way. Walking times are always approximate depending on weather conditions, group ability and many other factors, but you will walk about 2-3 hours before lunch. After lunch, we walk on just past the village of Wayllabamba to our first camp (3000 mtrs).

This first day has us walking through the valley. It starts at 2380 mtrs with a small climb to a platform overlooking the Incan site Llactapata and rewards you with superb views of Mount Veronica.(Approx 14km walking - 6 hours )

Day 2: Wayllabamba – Dead Woman`s Pass - Pacaymayo. This day is the most difficult day as you walk from about 3000 mtrs to 4200 mtrs the highest pass of this trek (Dead Woman`s Pass). You can walk at your own pace, stop to get your breath whenever you like. You will find your energy returns once you continue down to the valley of Pacaymayo. Campsite at 3600 mtrs. You can hire a porter from the village of Wayllabamba to carry your pack to the top of the pass for approximately 70 soles. You must organize and pay this money directly to the person who carries your items. Please check your belongings upon receiving them at the end of this service.

This is the coldest night. +2/+4 degrees Celsius (December); -3/-5 degrees Celsius (June) Approx 14km walking - 8 hours

Day 3: Pacaymayo – Phuyupatamarca - Wiñaywayna. is exceptionally beautiful because of the ruins and incredible paved trail (and more importantly for your lungs, there is a lot more down than up!!!). There are about 2000 stairs descending from Phuyupatamarca to Wiñaywayna, so take care with your knees). If you have had knee or ankle injuries an extra porter is recommended so that you are not carrying extra weight and overstressing your joints. Guided tours of all the ruins. Camping is usually at Wiñaywayna (2700 mtrs).Take extra care of your personal belongings in this campsite as all the tours camp near here.

As usual always keep your daypack with valuables with you. The only hot shower on the Inca Trail is on this third night at Wiñaywayna. There is a hostal near the campsite with an 8min hot shower for 5 soles, and a bar and restaurant where you can purchase bottled water. Approx 16km walking - 6 hours

Day 4: Wiñaywayna – Machupicchu – Cusco. Get up extremely early to arrive at Intipunku, "The Gate of the Sun," and view the first sun illuminating majestic Machupicchu. It is still a 20 min walk down from here to the famous view from the terraces at the end of the trail. Take your photos now before the 10:30 crowds arrive. Your tour of Machupicchu should finish between 10:30 and 11:00am and you have free time to climb Huayna Picchu (it will take at least 90 minutes).

A maximum of 400 hikers can climb this mountain per day, so start immediately after your tour! Or just collapse under a tree and quietly reflect in amazement at the mystery, the architectural achievement and beauty of Machupicchu.In the Afternoon return to Cusco on train.

This hike includes:
• Briefing night before of Inca Trail by your guide.
• Private Transport to km 82.
• Entrance fee to the Inca Trail national park.
• Entrance fee for Machupicchu archaeological sanctuary.
• English speaking guides; ( 2 Guides X 16 people and 1 guide x 8 people )
• Porters to carry the equipment, tents, food, cooking gear, dining tents
• Accommodation, food & transport, permits and entrance fees for our porters and cooks.
• Meals (Vegetarian food and specialised diets by request.)
• Wake up coca tea each morning.
• Boiled purified water after breakfast  to refill your water bottles.
• Oxygen assistance and first aid kit. 
• 2 people per tent clean, waterproof new tents)
• Sleeping mattress.
• Dining + kitchen tent, camping tables and stools
• 2 /30 hrs Machupicchu guided visit and interpretation.
• Bus from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes “Machupicchu town”. is included.
• Tourist train return to Ollantaytambo “0llanta” then SOUTH ADVENTURE `will provide you a private transport to Cusco.

It does not Included:
• Sleeping Bag ( for rent a down sleeping bag is US$ 20 for whole trip /10 degrees Celsius )
• Personal porter ( 9 Kilos US$ 50 / 18 Kilos US$ 100)
• Trekking poles. With metal tips are not allowed on the trail.
• Hot shower on 3rd camp (5 soles), Hot Springs in Aguas Calientes”
• Tips for the trekking crew; guides, cooks,and porters
• Single tent US$20 for whole trip.

We recommend you to Bring:
• Original passport and original ISIC student card if applicable :
• Backpack & Daypack ( If you hire an extra porter , we will provide a duffel bag )
• Hiking boots
• Trekking poles and Warm clothes :
• Thermals : Gloves / scarf : wool socks.
• T-shirts and trekking pants .
• Flash light : head torch ,Camera and extra batteries
• Sunscreen / hat and sunglasses /Personal medical kit / insect repellent :
• Rain Gear: poncho/ a good rain jacket /Toiletries / toilet paper / small towel
• 2 litre water bottle/Extra money for drinks & tips, souvenirs etc
• Bathing clothes for the hot springs. Optional

Expected Weather in Cusco and on the Inca trail.
In Cusco dry season starts in April to October, the days are usually sunny and hot but temperatures drop abruptly after 5-6 pm until 7-8 am. Weather is very changeable from November to March and heavy rains are expected being the wettest month December to March although is not as cold as it is in the dry season.

Temperatures during the day: If you are walking in the sun it is very hot and feels like 26 degrees Celsius, but when you walk through the forest or in the shadow of a mountain it can feel like 14 degrees almost immediately. On the second night, due to the higher elevation, the temperature is cold, ranging from 0 to -5 degrees Celsius! The third night at 2700 m, “high jungle,” is warmer.

Extra additional information: Single tent supplement US$ 20/ Sleeping bag down US$20  Treking poles US$10 / Back Pack 60 Lt.US$20 / Extra personal porter 9 Kilos US$50 / 18 Kilos US$100 for whole trip.

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