The Inca Trail Private
• Trekking to Machu Picchu with porters and all meals • Incredible scenery • Ancient ruins • Aguas Calientes Market
PRICE FROM | DURATION | |
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AUD
$3,405
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Days
4
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Nights
3
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PRICE FROM | DURATION | |
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AUD
$3,405
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Days
4
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Nights
3
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Introduction
During this four-day trek you immerse yourself in the Andean world, visiting different archaeological sites while also enjoying nature and a variety of ecosystems.
You’ll enjoy stunning mountain and cloud forest scenery, and explore ruins dating back to Inca times. On the final day of the trek you pass through the famous Sun Gate entrance to the citadel of Machu Picchu – your first glimpse of the ruins from high above will be a memory that will remain with you always.
Itinerary
Day 1 : Cuzco > Patallaqta
This morning, you will be collected at your Cuzco hotel and transferred by vehicle to the trailhead located at kilometre 82 (2680 m). You will begin your trek following the course of the Urubamba River, an alternative route to the traditional path that avoids the crowds and explores less visited Inca archaeological sites such as Salapunku (2620 m). Your trek today ends at Patallaqta (2600 m), a fascinating archaeological site and your overnight camp where you can relax with greater privacy. Your journey today of five to six hours will cover 9 km.
Day 2 : Patallaqta > Llulluchapampa
You will start today behind the other groups of hikers, allowing you to enjoy the nature you will encounter at your own pace. As you pass through the lush Andean forests, take time to enjoy the peacefulness of your surroundings. After lunch, you will continue to your overnight camp in Llulluchapampa (3760 m). Upon arrival, spend some time with your porters and learn about their mountain life experiences. At dusk, with a magnificent view of Huayanay mountain, you will take part in an Andean ceremony of gratitude to Mother Earth and ask the Apus (mountain spirits) to protect you during the arduous ascent tomorrow. Your journey today of five to six hours will cover 9 km.
Day 3 : Llulluchapampa > Phuyupatamarca
Today will be your most challenging and memorable day! It begins with the ascent to the route’s highest point, the Warmiwañusca Pass (4215 m), with its spectacular view of the Vilcabamba and Vilcanota mountain ranges. You will then descend for a short period before your second ascent, the Runcuraccay Pass (3900 m). From here, the elevation decreases, the landscape transforms, and turns green as you enter the jungle.
The extraordinary archaeological complex of Sayaqmarca (3600 m) marks the beginning of one of the best-preserved sections of the trail that demonstrates the constructive quality of the Incas, with numerous tunnels and spiral stairways. Your trek today ends at Phuyupatamarca (3640 m), an archaeological site and your overnight camp where you can again relax with greater privacy – this camp is one of our favourites since it offers an unbelievably stunning view of the nearby mountains and the river and the clouds below. Your journey today of eight to nine hours will cover 10.5 km.
Day 4 : Phuyupatamarca > Machu Picchu > Cuzco
On this last day of your journey, you will trek five to six hours, cover 9 km, and pass by the impressive archaeological sites of Intipata (2840 m) and Wiñaywayna (2665 m) both with agricultural terraces so imposing and masterfully built that they will leave you amazed. The last section of the trail before reaching Machu Picchu is pure magic – the valley opens at your feet on one side with Inca buildings on the other and ups and downs between tunnels formed by trees. Finally, you will arrive at Intipunku the Sun Gate (2745 m) and glimpse your first look at the citadel of Machu Picchu ‘The Lost City of the Incas’.
After the obligatory photographs you will enter the sanctuary (2450 m). Enjoy a guided tour of this incredible site to learn about its history, discovery and the fascinating civilisation that called it home. Lunch today is outside the citadel. Later, descend by bus to the town of Aguas Calientes to board the scenic train ride to Ollantaytambo and then onwards by bus to Cuzco.
If you wish, you may add on a night in Aguas Calientes and spend more time exploring the citadel (additional cost).
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Pricing
Pricing (per person), AUD
TYPE |
TWIN from |
SINGLE from |
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2024 | |||
1 – 31 Jan, 1 Mar – 31 Dec |
AU$3,405 |
AU$5,705 |
Departs
Daily, January, and March to December |
Included
- Tailor-made journey
- 3-nights’ accommodation in a tent
- 3 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners
- English-speaking certified hiking guide
- Support staff including porters and cooks
- Camping equipment including duffle bag, sleeping bag, and mat
- Transfer from your Cuzco hotel to the Inca Trail trailhead
- Inca Trail permit and Machu Picchu entrance ticket
- Transfer from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes
- Train ticket from Aguas Calientes to Ollyantambo (Vistadome or The 360)
- Transfer from Ollyantambo train station to your Cuzco hotel
Not Included
- Daypack, trekking poles, and headlamps
- Gratuities
Important Notes
- Please enquire for pricing for a luxury version of this private trek with deluxe camping equipment
- We recommend a minimum 2-night stay in Cuzco prior to your trek to acclimatise to the altitude
- As permit numbers are limited per day, we recommend booking at least 9 months in advance
- The maximum group size for this private trip is 16 guests
- Luggage is restricted to 4 kg (6 kg on the luxury version) in the provided duffle bag
Please refer to World Journeys terms & conditions
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