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This
itinerary is rated moderate and should only be
undertaken by people who are fairly fit and take
regular exercise. The trek starts at 2100m.a.s.l and
climbs to 2700m.a.s.l (Wiñay Wayna) before
descending to 2400m (Machu Picchu).
Since the trek start at a lower altitude than the
Classic 4 day Inca Trail trek, you do not need to
worry about acclimatization as much, although many
people still find themselves short of breath when
arriving at Wiñay Wayna, so this trek should
certainly not be considered an easy option.
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.
DAY 1 CUSCO/MACHU PICCHU
Early transfer to the station in order to aboard the
train that will lead you to the KM104, located in
the railroad Cusco-Machu Picchu. Km104 will be our
departure point for the adventure. At this point we
will leave the train and start walking to the city
of Machu Picchu, across the Urubamba River through a
bridge that offers a spectacular view of the
mountains. During the trip we will make our first
visit to one of the Inca sites known as Chachabamba,
a beautiful palace with nice walls carved in stone.
Then our guide will explain part of the story of the
Incas. We will start walking again and start
climbing through a mountain totally covered by
vegetation, for about 8 Km (4 hours), until we
arrive to Wiñaywayna, located at a height of 2700
meters above sea level. After Machu Picchu,
Wiñaywayna is one of the most beautiful buildings
made by the Incas, at the cloudy forest. Wiñaywana
shows a perfect example of the agriculture during
Incas time, showing a great number of terraces,
where the Incas used to grow different plants and
vegetables, including coca leaves. The name of
Wiñaywayna comes from a beautiful orchid which grows
in that region and means “forever young”. After
exploring this marvelous site we will take our box
lunch near to this zone. Later the same day we will
continue our walk towards a cloudy forest until the
Intipunku or “Sun Gate”. At this point the
adventurers shall have access to the most amazing
view of the city of Machu Picchu. This is a very
special site, where we will rest for some minutes
and take a lot of pictures of Machu Picchu. After we
will descend towards Machu Picchu (the guided visit
will be next day) and we will arrive to the town of
Aguas Calientes where we will spend the night in the
select lodging.
At night the passengers will explore and get to know
the little town and will be able to try the thermal
baths located in the superior part of the city near
the Main Square. Aguas Calientes has a great variety
of restaurants. (Box Lunch)
Maximum altitude: 2700 M
Minimum altitude: 2400 M
Distance: 8 km
Approximate walking time: 6 to 7 hours.
TRAIN SERVICE:
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.
DAY 2 MACHU PICCHU/CUSCO
After breakfast, we will go to the bus station
of Aguas Calientes in order to take the tourist bus
that will take us to the Sacred City of Machu
Picchu. This short trip takes only 20 minutes and
goes through a rural road, very difficult and with a
big number of curves through a mountain with jungle
characteristics and amazing views. Finally we will
arrive to the Sanctuary of Macchu Picchu where our
guide will offer us a walk through the most
important points of this beautiful Inca city,
visiting the most important parts. Later the same
day each passenger will be able to explore the city
on his own. You can have lunch just outside the
ruins or take a bus to the town of Aguas Calientes
where there are plenty of restaurants to suit all
budgets. In the afternoon return to Cusco City.
Reception at the train station and transfer to your
accommodation (B).
Maximum altitude: 2400 M
Minimum Altitude: 2000 M
Distance: 9 km
Approximate walking time: 2 to 3 hours.
*INCA TRAIL INFORMATION
SERVICE INCLUDED:
- Train ticket round trip,
- Lodging in Aguas Calientes,
- transfer on arrival and departure,
- Bilingual guide,
- Entrance fee to Machu Picchu Sanctuary.
- First aid kit, bus tickets.
NOT INCLUDED:
- Tips for guides, porters or chefs
- Alcoholic drinks.
- Fee entrances to the hot springs.
- Lunch 2nd day.
- Water supply
- Extra porter for personal items
YOU SHOULD BRING:
- Original Passport
- Backpack
- ISIC student card (if applicable)
- Backpack
- Trekking shoes
- Water bottle
- Warm clothes (jacket, fleece and sweaters)
- Flashlight and batteries
- Hat or cap to protect you from the sun, rain or
cold
- Sun block and insect repellent
- Towel and toilet paper
- Snacks: biscuits, energy bars, chocolate, etc.
- Cash (no ATM machines in Aguas Calientes)
- Swimsuit (if you plan on visiting the hot springs
at Aguas Calientes after the trek)
NOTE: You will need to leave your extra
luggage in the Cusco hotel, all the lodgings in
Cusco provide a secure luggage deposit. Put any
valuables in their safe box.
IMPORTANT NOTE
We will buy your Inca Trail trek permit using the
names & passport numbers that yo will send us with
your trek booking application. You must bring these
same passports with you to Cusco and take them on
the Inca Trail. If the name or number in your
passport are different from the name and number on
the trek permit, the government authorities will not
allow you to start the trek and you will not be
entitled to a refund.
If you plan to renew your passport between making
the trek booking and actually starting the trek YOU
WILL MUST bring both passports (New and Old).
If you make the trek booking at the student price
you must send us a scan copy of your ISIC card at
the time you pay the trek deposit.
If you fail to bring your ISIC card on the trek the
government authorities will not allow you to start
the trek. You will not be given the opportunity to
pay the extra difference in price!
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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).
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Important Note: We will buy your Inca Trail trek
permit using the names & passport numbers that you
send us with your trek booking application. You must
bring these same passports with you to Cusco and
take them on the Inca Trail. If the name or number
in your passport is different from the name and
number on the trek permit, the government
authorities will not allow you to start the trek and
you will not be entitled to a refund. If you plan to
renew your passport between making the trek booking
and actually starting the trek YOU WILL MUST bring
both passports (New and Old).
If you make a trek booking at the student price you
must send us a copy of your ISIC card at the time
you pay the trek deposit. If you fail to bring your
ISIC card on the trek the government authorities
will not allow you to start the trek. You will not
be given the opportunity to pay the extra difference
in price!!!
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