ITINERARY:
Briefing the night before the
departure
DAY 1: CUSCO – MOLLEPATA
– MARKOKASA
At 9:00 am we drive to Mollepata to begin the journey. By our
private bus, we pass the towns of the Anta Plains (Izcuchaca, Zurite,
and Ancahuasi) and then enter the Limatambo valley, in which we can
appreciate the ruins Tarawasi. In Mollepata we begin the hike, and camp
in Markokasa.
DAY 2: MARKOKASA – CHOQUEKICLLA – SORAYPAMPA
From Choquekiclla we can see
Salkantay Humantay Mountains, at whose feet we camp at about 4000 masl.
DAY 3: SORAYPAMPA – PAMPA JAPONESA – CANAL INCA
Today we pass close under Salkantay, then descend to the Inca Canal from
where we can see lovely geography below us.
DAY 4: CANAL INCA - TRES PIEDRAS – LLULLUCHAPAMPA
We begin the hike towards
Paucarcancha, down the Cusichaca valley to Llulluchapampa, also known as
Inkaracay
DAY 5: FIFTH DAY: LLULLUCHAPAMPA – PAKAYMAYU – SAYACMARKA
We begin the ascent to the high
pass on the Inca trail, called Warmiwañuscca, 4200 m, then drop into
Pakaymayu, and camp in Sayacmarka.
DAY 6: SAYACMARKA – PHUYUPATAMARCA – WIÑAYHUAYNA
We drop into the high jungle and see some lovely new trees and animals,
along with the stunning series of palaces that make up the Inca Trail
DAY 7: WIÑAYHUAYNA – MACHU PICCHU – CUSCO
We reach Machu Picchu, one of the
world’s greatest archaeological treasures, our guide we’ll take us for a
guided tour of the site, in the afternoon we’ll take the train back to
Cusco.
INCLUDED
-Professional English/Spanish Speaking guide.
-Transportation to the begin of the trail
-Entrance Ticket to Inca Trail and Machupicchu
-Transfers Round-trip
-Double Occupancies tents
-Camping equipment: Bathroom tent, kitchen tent, dinning tent, stools,
tables and comfortable mattress.
-Cook
-Porters for our customers (Max. 10 Kilograms for person)
-Horses and Mules for the Salkantay trekking part
-Coffee brakes , in the afternoons
-All meals during the Trek (Not included the first breakfast, & the last
lunch)
-First Aid kit
-Oxygen
-Train back to Cusco ( Vistadome).
Note: We will use the Bathroom and Shower tents only for the Salkantay
part, for the Inca Trail part won't be possible because of the INC
regulations.
RECOMENDATIONS
-Personal Sleeping Bag
-Back Pack and Day pack
-Hiking shoes
-Rain coat / poncho
-Water bottle, flash light, hat, sun block, sunglasses
-Light clothes and warm clothes
-Insect repellent
-Chocolates, candies or other snacks
-Photo Camera + Films , Binoculars
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STUDENT DISCOUNT:
Note: To apply to this discount It is necessary to send us your scan
copy ISIC (International Student Identity Card) with your other
information.
Without this copy we will not be able to make the discount.
This is the ONLY Student card to apply
the discount
When booking a trek: The government has strictly
limited the number of people permitted on the Inca Trail during 2009
(permits are issued to about 200 trekkers per day plus 300 porters). We
recommend that you make a trek booking as early as possible. In 2008 the
trek permits for some dates sold out more than 4 months in advance!!
However don't make a booking until you have all the group details
(names, passport numbers, ages etc) and you are sure about your trek
departure date since "these details cannot be changed after we have
bought your trek permit"
* Participants need to be in good physical health and condition it is
good for travelers who are in condition to hike up to ten hours, with
breaks in a single day to enjoy the Inka Trail. The trekking will be
difficult if you have not exercised regularly before your trip. To fully
enjoy an Inka Trail adventure, we advise passengers to get into an
exercise program for their own safety and enjoyment. If a passenger
suffers from any medical condition, we advise him/her to consult a
physician about joining an Inka Trail Expedition take only the necessary
items for the 4/3 days trek, You can leave the rest of your luggage at
your hotel in Cusco (most of hotels and hostals has an storage rooms to
keep it until your return)
PARK REGULATIONS
Park authorities may occasionally designate different campsites than
those indicate The Inca Trail is part of the Machu Picchu Sanctuary, a
protected area of 32,592 hectares. Every visitor must obey park
regulations prohibiting littering, cutting or damaging trees, removing
or damaging stones of ruins and the Trail, removing plants, killing
animals, lighting open fires or camping in the archeological sites (Only
authorized campsites can be used).
TRAIN SERVICES:
The Vistadome connect your senses through a sophisticated and
sensory travel experience; is the ideal train for those who want to be
in contact with the environment and appreciate the wonderful journey to
Machu Picchu.
Surrounded entirely by glass and wagons with large panoramic windows
offering incomparable scenic views and innumerous opportunities to
capture amazing pictures, Vistadome travelers feel connected and part of
the impressive landscape of Peru.
The Vistadome also has air conditioning and heating, leather seats that
adjust the body to provide comfort and relaxation during the entire trip
and has a different service, which allows the visitor to be immersed and
feel the Andean culture through its landscapes, music, dance and even
food carefully prepared with local ingredients
The Expedition is a travel experience with all the quality and benefits
at a lower cost. Is a service designed for the traveler’s comfort, with
four passenger seats located in front of each other, so you can share
your experience, and for the faithful backpack that is always with you
we offer racks placed above the seats. Also, this train has panoramic
windows, air conditioning and heating, and Andean music that creates a
cheerful atmosphere.
If you will take any trek with us. we ask you to fill the customer chart
regarding the commentaries or otherwise you can inform to the Operations
Department.
This is a very important requirement and necessary to do after take the
tour to avoid problems regarding the quality of the service and help you
to resolve it before you leave to your country otherwise our agency is
assuming that all your services was ok therefore we are not going to
accept any claims.
EMERGENCY NUMBERS
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Lima: 998181709 (+51 Calling from abroad)
Fax Number +51 1 2421273
Cusco: 998182455 (+51 Calling from abroad)
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