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This trip allows a taste
of the Inca Trail with out days of hiking and camping. We begin the hike
from the train stop at Kilometer 104 and follow the trail for six hours to
the spectacular view of Machu Picchu from Inti Punku, The gate of the Sun.
From here we descend into the world famous “Lost City”. After a restful
night in a hotel, We return to Machu Picchu at dawn to see the ruins in
perfect morning light. In the afternoon, We return to Cusco by train.
DAY 01 CUSCO/MACHU PICCHU
We take the train from Cusco or Ollantaytambo, following the Urubamba river
to Km.104 of the railroad, where we alight and cross a footbridge to begin
our hike at the Inca site of Chachabamba. After a brief visit to this lovely
ruin with its water channels and fountains, we start the four-hour ascent
that will take us past spectacular overlooks above the great valley, then
below a lovely waterfall near the delightful site of Wiñay Wayna (Forever
Young). We ascend through this largest and most exquisite of the Inca Trail
sites, passing its chain of ritual baths and elegantly curved terracing, and
then joining the main Inca trail. We follow it across a steep mountainside
and up narrow stairways through lush, humid cloud-forest of giant ferns and
broad-leaf vegetation. Suddenly we cross the stone threshold of Intipunku
(Sun Gate) and encounter an unforgettable sweep of natural beauty and human
artistry –a backdrop of twisting gorge and forested peaks framing the
magical city of Machu Picchu.
We walk the last
half-hour or so down the royal flagstone walkway, past outlying shrines and
buildings and through the heart of Machu Picchu, taking a bus to the small
town of Aguas Calientes where we overnight in a local hotel.
( Walking distance approximately 13 Km)
DAY 02 MACHU PICCHU/CUSCO
We enjoy an early
morning visit to the fabled ruins, spending the day in both guided and
individual exploration. After we visit the most fascinating features of this
astounding and mysterious Inca settlement, some will want to take the
optional hike to an amazing overview of the site, while other may prefer to
investigate Machu Picchu’s multitude of hidden nooks and corners.
After a full-on
experience of this glorious monument to the Inca achievement, we return to
Aguas Calientes and board the return train to Cusco.SERVICE INCLUDED: Train
ticket round trip, hotel night in Aguas Calientes, transfer on arrival and
departure, bilingual guide, Meals during the tour, entrance fee to Machu
Picchu Sanctuary. First aid kit, bus tickets.
NOT INCLUDED:
Lunch second day
gratuities to the local guides
hiking boots
day pack
DO NOT INCLUDE:
-Water supply
-Extra porter for personal items
YOU SHOULD BRING:
-Small Back pack, trekking shoes
-Water bottle, flash light, hat, sun glasses, sun cream.
-Personal clothing for trek
-Insect repellent
-Pills to purify the water
NOTE You will need to leave your
luggage in the Cusco hotel, all the hotels in Cusco provide a secure luggage
deposit. Put any valuables in their safe.
* Participants need to be in good
physical health and condition to be able 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.
IMPORTANT NOTE
We suggest to book one month in
advance at least. Please note that there is a limit of visitors per day so
we also suggest to book your trip as soon as possible. Also note that all
the below information are mandatory.
Name and Surname (as in your
passport)
Age
Date of Birth
Passport Number
Citizenship
*Hotel in Cusco (address - phone
number)
* You can send this information to us as soon as you get it but with enough time to avoid any problem with your
pick up service.
KIDS under 12 years old or students up to 25 years old
Discount $15.-usd per person.
We requires a reservations of minimun 2 months working days in advance to
confirm the trip.
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. The group is form by 16 persons
If you will take the two excursion
Inca Trail or the Salcantay trek we ask you to fill the custumer regarding
the commentaries or otherwise you can inform to the Operations Deparment
and our staff at Orquidea Real Hostal about those activities.
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