SHORT INCA TRAIL TO MACHU PICCHU 2 days

Introduction

This trip is a terrific option for those who want to experience the beauty and wonder of arriving to Machu Picchu on the Inca Trail, but have less time or physical ability to do a more extended trek. On our first day we take a lovely hike to the archaeological complex of Winay Wayna, then follow the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. After spending the night in Aguas Calientes, we have the entire second day to explore Machu Picchu.

Itinerary

Wiñayhuayna Day 1: Cusco / Km104 / Chachabamba / Wiñaywayna / Machupicchu:

First, transfer from the hotel to the train station to take the early train, and then it's leaving in the system of zigzag until the pass of Tika Tika, and after the way is downhill until Km 104, passing from the Sacred Valley. And then we get off in the start point of this trek, after we cross the suspension bridge to get to Chachabamba Inca's site and after brief visit begins a three hours walking up until the archeological site, which is Wiñaywayna, this site is well known as the spiritual place of the hike. After that we keep walking until Intipunku (sun gate). From there we can see the classic view of Machupicchu. In addition, half an hour walking down we will get to the most important place of the world, which is Machupicchu In addition then we are going to take the bus to get to Aguas Calientes village, to spend the night in hotel.

Day 2: Aguas Calientes Villages / Machupicchu / Cusco

Machu Picchu After an early breakfast, we are going to take the bus up to Machupicchu, where we will be there earlier than the other groups. Then we will have a tour for two and an half hours with the Tour Guide. After that, you will have free time to explore by yourself. Once more, we have to go to Aguas Calientes Village to take the afternoon train to come back to Cusco. Finally, we have transfer from the train station to the hotel.

Included:

• Collection from your hotel in the morning and transfer to train station
• Train tickets - Cusco to start of trek and Aguas Calientes to Cusco after the trek (Backpackers service)
• Inca Trail & Machupicchu entrance fees,
• Professional English speaking guide
• Meals (1 box lunch, 1 dinner and 1 breakfast),
• Overnight accommodation in basic hostal at Aguas Calientes on the first night
• Tourist bus from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes (day 1) and Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu (day 2)
• Tourist bus from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes (day 2) extra US$6.
• Transfer from train station in Cusco to your hotel
• First aid kit

Not included:

• Breakfast on the first morning.
• Lunch in restaurant in Aguas Calientes on day 2.
• Entrance to the thermal springs in Aguas Calientes US$ 3.

What you need to bring/carry:

• Daypack,
• Rain jacket or poncho (plastic ponchos can be purchased in Cusco for a few dollars)
• Strong, comfortable footwear
• Sweater and jacket (something warm)
• Flashlight and batteries
• Hat or cap to protect you from the sun
• Sun block (sun protection cream)
• Insect repellent
• Toiletries, towel and toilet paper
• Selection of small snacks, chocolate, dried fruit, biscuits etc,
• Camera, plenty of film and spare batteries
• Swimsuit (if you plan on visiting the hot springs at Aguas Calientes after the trek)
• You must bring your original passport on the trail.

Nota: We strongly recommend that you make your trek booking as soon as possible. So far we have been able to obtain trek permits for ALL of our clients and have not had to cancel any trek bookings. The availability of trek permits can be checked on the web page CLICK HERE

Options:

(1)To help carry your personal items such as clothes, sleeping bag etc personal porters can be hired. They have an extra cost of $100 for all 4 days and will carry up to a maximum of 18kg (usually 1 porter between 2 persons is more than sufficient).This extra porter will help you carry: duffle bag or sack (we will provide you with this), sleeping bag, mattress (we will provide you with this), clothing, sweater, jacket, wooly hat, scarf, gloves (something warm for at night), flashlight and batteries, toiletries. Your personal porter, however, will not walk at your side so you will still need to bring a day pack for essential items. You will meet up with your porter at lunch time and at the campsite late in the afternoon.

However, even with a personal porter, you will still need to bring a day pack for essential items: small day pack, water bottle and sterilizing tablets, warm sweater, broad-brim or peaked cap, sun protection cream, insect repellent, toilet paper, selection of small snacks for the day etc, camera, lightweight plastic poncho just in case of rain (can be bought in Cusco for US$1) Important note: You must decide if you want to hire the services of a personal porter in advance when making your trek reservation since we need to purchase the porter's trekking permit. You cannot decide to hire an additional porter at a later date or once you arrive in Cusco. .

(2) An extra night in Aguas Calientes can be arranged to do this you need to let us know at least 1 month prior to your trek date so we can buy your train ticket for the right day . Hotels costs and costs associated with returning to Machu Picchu the following day are additional to trek costs. It is best to make your hotel reservation directly you can make your hotel booking directly, you can find information and contact details at .

(3) Vegetarian Meals. We can provide vegetarian meals or cater for special diets with no extra cost. Just let us know at least 4 days prior to trek departure.

(4) Sleeping bag hire. If you haven't got a sleeping bag or you don't want the hassle of bringing one all the way to Peru with you, then we have standard sleeping bags in our office for rent. The price is US$15 per person for the 4 day trek.

How to make a reservation:

To make a reservation please follow this steps:

Step 1.- Click in Book now and fill in the form that ‘s show to you with all the information required.

Step 2.- We will require a non-refundable trek deposit of US$150 per person confirming your trek booking. The deposit is to be paid by the following ways By westen union : you can o it in any office of western union in your city Payment On-Line: If you decide to use this system you will have to pay 8% of the total payment that you have made , this is a tax for the transaction.

Step 3.- Send an e-mail to info@cuscomaravilla.com with the code of the payment that you made.

Step 4.- You will get a confirmation e-mail from us with the conformity of your reservation.

Recomendations:

1.- Time of arrival in Cusco after returning from the trek. Unless you plan to stay an extra night in Aguas Calientes, you will return to your hotel in Cusco for approximately 8:30pm on the 7th day of the trek.

2.- We suggest you that your arrive to Cusco at least 2 days prior to trek departure becuase you have to pay the trek balance before 8:pm 2 days before you start the trek. Arriving 2 days prior to the trek also ensures that you are better acclimatized to the high altitudeso you can enjoy the tour withow any trouble. However 3 days is recommended, during this days you can also visit another places that are in the City.

3.- We need to know the name of your hotel and the telephone of it please check this in the reservation form. This allows us to locate you if there are any problems with your arrival. You will also be asked to confirm your hotel in Cusco when you come to the office to pay the trek balance.

4.-If you want to make a reservation between 7 to 3 days before the trek please cont us to info@cuscomaravilla.com in order to verify the availability of spaces.

 

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