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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 ) . ( Box Lunch )
DAY 02 MACHU PICCHU/CUSCO
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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.
( B , L )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
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. |