Inka trail trek private service 4d/3n

Our amazing Inka trail trek private service 4d  /3n like no other, this is a wonderfully affordable Peruvian Adventure, incorporating the only real private Inca Trail to Machu Picchu available today. The Inca Trail is Peru’s best known hike, combining a stunning mix of Inca ruins, mountain scenery, lush cloud-forest and rich subtropical jungle. Over 250 species of orchid have been counted in the Machu Picchu Historic Sanctuary, as well as numerous birds such as hummingbirds, the majestic Andean Condor. The star of the Sanctuary is the spectacled bear – a shy, herbivorous animal that is extremely rare and close to extinction.Essentially the Inca Trail is a mountainous jungle hike leading to the sacred Inca city of Machu Picchu. The 45km trek is usually covered in 4 days, arriving at Machu Picchu at daybreak on the final day before returning to Cusco by train in the afternoon.

Day 1: Cusco – Wayllabamba Ayapata

After an early morning breakfast, you will be transferred to km 82 by bus where you will meet with your Quechua porters and prepare for the Inca Trail . After some relaxing, breathing and stretching techniques, you will be ready to embark on the four day trek that awaits you. You will cross over the turbulent Vilcanota river, with magnificent views of Nevado Veronica (5,900m/19,000ft) and continue along the trek admiring the Llactapata archaeological site, stopping at the Wayllabamba river for lunch. All meals are in very large dining tents with outstanding three course meals freshly prepared by your chef. After lunch, we will visit the archeological sites of Patallacta, Qente and the valley of Cusichaca along with the magical Polylepsis forest before continuing the hike. To help us focus on the true nature of our trek, our destination and our very location, our personal porters will be playing the Quena, or ancient Andean flute. We also encourage you to talk with our porters to learn a little about their ancient customs and ways or life. Our hiking today will last approximately 7 hours. Upon arriving at our campsite, Dinner before listening to the intriguing stories and legends from our Quechua porters. Overnight camping on the trail. (L / D)

Day 2: Ayapata – Paqaymayu- Chakiqocha

early start today as this is the most demanding day of the entire trek and we shall gain considerable altitude. We will see outstanding views to the east of the Huayanay peaks and to the west of the rugged Vilcabamba Range. After breakfast, we shall begin the climb up through the first pass at 4200m / 13,750ft at Warmiwanusqa. Passing 3 ecological zones: the Yunga, Quechua and Puna, we shall ascend 1000 metres in 5 hours. Our porter’s enticing music will help us to marvel at the views rather than focus on the difficult ascent. Lunch will be taken before the final two sections of ascent. Upon reaching the summit of Dead Woman’s Pass, we shall celebrate our achievement by paying homage to the Apus, or mountain gods, before descending into camp. before a welcoming dinner near Pacaymayu. You will then hike for another hour and a half downhill through Inca steps, until you arrive at your lunch spot. After lunch, you will have another four hours, including breaks, you will reach your campsite at Chaquicocha, You will get to visit two Inca sites, Runku Raccay and Sayacmarka. The day will be finished with dinner at the campsite. (B / L / D)An

Day 3: Chakiqocha Phuyupatamarca- Wiñay-Wayna

After breakfast, we shall begin the ascent of the third pass, this is easier than the previous day’s ascent. The third pass of the Inca Trail in this section is a long white granite roadway, with some ascents and descents, traversing a thickly forested mountainside. We will finally descend to the magnificent archeological site of Phuyupatamarka (“Cloud Level Town”) will then begin the descent to Wiñay-Wayna, an outstanding Inca complex built into the mountainside. We’ll visit the ruins before our last Tea Time . After relaxing, we shall enjoy a dinner carefully prepared by our chef. We shall also meet with our porters for the very last time and exchange thanks and talk about the ancient paths upon which we have trekked for the last few days. Overnight camping on the trail. (B / L / D)

Day 4: Wiñay-Wayna – Machu Picchu – Cusco

Early morning wake up at 4:30AM for breakfast and to begin the final trek to Intipunku, and the first site of the archaeological complex of Machu Picchu. We will descend rapidly from cloud forest into high jungle habitat. Orchids and hummingbirds are commonly seen along this spectacular section of the trail high above the river. We will arrive at Intipunku “Sun Gate” to watch the sunrise over Machu Picchu from an elevated vantage point. We will then continue down to the royal road and at last arrive at the “Lost City of the Incas”. We then immediately begin our tour of Machu Picchu. Built by the Inca Pachacutec, and comprising stone blocks fitted with masterful precision, Machu Picchu harmoniously blends into the mountain landscape. There are many theories as to the origins behind Machu Picchu but three of the most popular ideas include a temple to the sun, a fortress against the jungle inhabitants and a sanctuary for the Incas. This fabulous city holds houses, temples, warehouses and a large central square, all connected by narrow roads and steps, surrounded by terraces cut into the mountain side which were used for agriculture. We shall visit the Main Plaza, the Royal Quarters, the Temple of Three Windows, the Circular Tower and the Sacred Sun Dial and Burial Grounds. After the guided tour, you can enjoy an afternoon of self-exploration and discovery, and have the option to climb Huayna Picchu. Then return to Cusco. (B)

Daily departures with quality service….

Our groups are designed to be comfortable and we ensure you have the best Inca Trail experience! Our new camping equipment, efficient chefs, amazing food and professional bilingual guides will make this Inca pilgrimage the crowning experience of your South American trip!

In this Inca Trail service very well treated porters (ninja porters, red army, commando, as our tourists often describe them ) carry cooking and camping equipment while tourists (unless a extra porter is hired) carry personal belongings, including sleeping bag, sleeping mattress and clothes.

Please Note: Dificulty level depends very much on your fitness and aclimatization.

What’s included?
Professional, bilingual Tour Guide
Briefing prior your trip
Assistant Guide (for groups of 9 or more people)
Collection from hotel
Return transportation;
bus to kilometre 82
First class (Vistadome Tran service) .
Collection from train station (on day 4)
Water (only for first 4 hours of trek, then we will provide you with drinking -previously boiled- water).
Entrance fee to Inca Trail and Machu Picchu
3 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 afternoon snacks, 3 dinners and various snacks to be eaten throughout the day + gatorade powder
Dining tent with tables and chairs.
Lunch on day 4th
Cook
2-man tent
Sleeping mattress
Porters (they carry cooking and camping equipment)
Extra porter carrying personal items up to 7 kilos
Bus trip from Machu Picchu down to Aguas Calientes
Oxygen bottle
First Aid kit
Vegetarian food on request at no extra cost!

What is not included?
Gratuities
Travel insurance
Sleeping bag
Hot springs entrance

What we recommend that you bring:
Original passport (and International Student card* if applicable)
Travel Insurance
Sleeping bag (not included but can be hired from us)
Walking boots
Waterproof jacket/rain poncho
Warm jacket
Hat and gloves
T-shirts
Comfortable trousers
Sun hat
Sun protection cream (factor 35 recommended)
Insect repellent
Water (only to last until lunch time on day 1)
Toiletries
Personal medication
Camera and films
Torch with spare batteries (headlamps are useful)

*To qualify as a student, it is necessary to have a valid ISIC card

Optional items to bring:
Shorts
Walking stick (with rubber tip)
Plasters and bandages
Sandals
Extra money
Bathing suit (for hot springs in Aguas Calientes)

Prices:Explanation of Gold services: 2024

1.-  travelle      $1800.00
2.- travellers  $1050.00
4.- travellers  $1000.00
6+ travellers  $950.00.

DISCOUNTS
18 to 25 years old: $30 USD Information required on student card: name of university, student name, photo of student, expiration date etc. A copy of the card is required at booking for government approval for discount.
Under 18 years old: $30 USD Please send us a copy of your passport at the time of booking.
Under 11 years old: $40 USD Please send us a copy of your passport at the time of booking.
Group of 5 or more: $30 USD – All you need is to book the trek together at the same time.
EXTRAS
Sleeping Bag –$20 USD per person per trek (It will be clean and warm)
Air Mattress –$20 USD per person per trek (Therm-a-rest mattresses)
Walking Poles -$20 USD per pair per trek (Professional poles that can be extended)
Personal tent- $35 USD – (Tent is for single trekkers only)
Vistadome Train Upgrade –$75 USD per person (Return Only)
Huayna Picchu Mountain –$75 USD per person (Please request when you book your Trek)
Machu Picchu Mountain – $75 USD per person (Please request when you book your Trek)
Single supplement-$35 USD per night (for solo travellers with single room)
**Huayna Picchu and Machu Picchu Mountain are optional treks within Machu Picchu Citadel which do not include a guide. The climb is usually done on your own after your tour of Machu Picchu Citadel. If you would like the extra hike to be guided, please request in advance. There is an extra cost for this extra guided tour.
ADDED VALUES FOR FREE
TRANSFER – from the Airport to Hotel (Cusco Only)
DUFFEL BAG AND LINER BAGS – included in the trekking price!
BOILED WATER is included along the Inca Trail
OXYGEN TANK will be available along the trek
EMERGENCY HORSE is included in the price which can be ridden if you get tired or sick
PLASTIC RAIN poncho made by Inca Land Adventures is included.

TIPS FOR OUR PORTERS
IMPORTANT: Some of the reasons that our price may be higher than that of other agencies are the following:

We ALWAYS book the maximum number of porters possible (according to Inca Trail regulations) so that our porters are not overloaded.

Also, We are the only travel operator in Peru that supplies porters with proper tents, sleeping pads and adequate food for this type of activity.
We always we take care our hosremans and horses during our alternative treks so tiping it will be the seim as for the porters

Beware of this when booking they might be cheaper because of this!

2 people (minimum group size) should have a maximum of 7 porters and 16 people (max group size) should have 22 porters.
** Tips for porters, cooks or guides are optional and are NOT included in our price. However our advice is that you tip our staff based on their performance, service and knowledge. Our guidelines for tipping our staff is the following:
Each porter gets 100 Soles, each assistant cook 150 Soles, the Main Chef gets 300 Soles.make sure to tip more if your trip it is more than 5 days or if it is luxury treks
Assistant Tour guides can be tipped collectively by the members of the group, we suggest a 5% of the total cost of the tour.
Main guides are tipped on a one on one basis and based on their performance. Tour guides are professional people who spend a lot of time training in different other fields such archaelogy, history and WFA. We suggest people to consider tipping our guide a 10% to 15% of the value of your tour.
Train included in all tours is the Expedition train (to Ollanta). Train times will only be confirmed once full amount of tour is paid. The earliest train you could take is the 2:55 PM and the 9:20 PM being the last train (high season June to September). We will organize the transport back to Cusco (by taxi or by bus).

ZERO PLASTIC BOTTLES ON THE INCA TRAIL AND MACHU PICCHU 

Due to New goverment regulations for the Inca Trail it will be 100% PROHIBITED to TAKE PLASTIC WATER  BOTTLES. We believe that in the first days  the new enforced regulations may NOT be 100% controlled however as the days go it will be more and more strict therefore WE KINDLY suggest you getting your aluminum plastic bottles to avoid any dissapointment at the check points along the Inca Trail and in the Machu Picchu citadel.