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CLASSIC INCA TRAIL
TYPE: GUIDED | DATES: All year around but February (closed for maintenance) Guaranteed departure with min. 2 ppl privately run. There is also a shared option, please contact us to request more information. 7 days / 6 nights Activity Level: Demanding* |
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Located in the Andes Mountain Range, the Inca trail runs through cloud forests, uplands, tunnels and a great number of Inca ruins ending at the Sun Gate, the entrance to one of the World's seven wonders, Machu Picchu. Don't miss the chance to hike on this enigmatic trail while enjoying spectacular views.
*Designed for experienced active travelers in excellent physical condition. Itineraries may include full-day hikes (sometimes at high altitude) or full-day climbing excursions. Trails often include steep ascents/descents on mountainous terrain, with some exposed sections.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Stroll around Cusco, the capital of the Inca empire
- Trek through the ancient path of Incas
- Visit the ancient Inca ruins of Machu Picchu
- Drive through the beautiful Sacred Valley of the Incas
- Ride a train through the scenic mountainous valley of Ollantaytambo
- Taste one of the world's top cuisines, Peruvian food
ITINERARY
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Cusco, Arrival Day
Day 1 Upon arrival, take a transfer to your hotel in San Blas District (a 20 min cab ride). The rest of the day will be free for you to explore the beautiful city of Cusco and its surroundings. |
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Ollantaytambo, Sacred Valley tour
Day 2 Begin a tour of the spectacular Sacred Valley of the Incas. Along the way, tour the Inka market of Pisac, walk through the enigmatic ruins of Pisac and enjoy spectacular views of this beautiful green valley. Stop at a restaurant for a delicious buffet lunch. End the day touring the fascinating ruins of Ollantaytambo. Transfer to your hotel to spend the night |
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Inca Trail - Huayllabamba
Day 3 You'll be picked up in your hotel to be transferred to KM 82 to start a 15km hike on the ancient path of the Incas. Along the hike, enjoy amazing views of lush green mountains and the giant snow-capped, Mount Veronica (5,682 m.a.s.l). Camp tonight will be at Huayllabamba. |
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Inca Trail / Huayllabamba - Pacaymayo
Day 4 After breakfast, continue your hike up to the highest pass on the trail, Dead Woman pass (Warmiwañusca at 4,200 m.a.s.l). Upon arrival, enjoy fantastic views of the valley. Along with your guide, learn about the native plants you will encounter on the trail. After lunch, walk down to Pacaymayo Valley where the tents will be set up to spend the night. |
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Inca Trail / Pacaymayo - Wiñayhuayna
Day 5 After breakfast, carry on with your hike up to the second pass, Runku Rakay at 3,800 m.a.s.l. After the pass, descend down to a ancient Inca Temple, Sayacmarca. Enjoy splendid views of the snow-capped mountains around. After lunch, continue towards Wiñayhuayna where you'll spend the night. |
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Wiñayhuayna - Machu Picchu
Day 6 Finally, the most exciting day has arrived. Begin with a very early start to hike up to the entrance of the ancient Incas' citadel, the Sun Gate. Upon arrival, enjoy remarkable views of Machu Picchu and if nature allows, you'll have the chance to be a witness of the terrific Sunrise. After spending some time at the sun gate, make your way down to the complex where you'll enjoy a very informative tour through this lovely Inca complex. After the tour, enjoy some free time before heading down to Aguas Calientes town to take a train back to Ollantaytambo. From here, take a transfer back to Cusco. |
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Cusco - Departure Day
Day 7 Concluding your Classic Inca Trail trip. We hope you'll join us again to explore another part of South America! |
Our itineraries are guidelines to follow day-by-day. However, some changes may occur prior to departure or during the tour due to weather conditions, seasonal changes that can alter timetables, flight schedules and transport routes. These changes can happen with little notice so please be prepared for alterations along the route. Bear in mind on occasion, the timing of included activities in each location may also differ from the timetable written on your itinerary.
We always work hard to make sure you have the best holiday experience. Nevertheless, things can and do go wrong occasionally due to the nature of travel. Please take it as part of the travel experience. Should any issue occur while on tour, please discuss with your local guide first. If the issues go beyond his/her control, feel free to reach out to us. We're here to help.
For any emergency, contact us at our WhatsApp number, available 24/7 (+54.911.4434.6643), or send us an email at pepeconciergeservice@gmail.com.
We always work hard to make sure you have the best holiday experience. Nevertheless, things can and do go wrong occasionally due to the nature of travel. Please take it as part of the travel experience. Should any issue occur while on tour, please discuss with your local guide first. If the issues go beyond his/her control, feel free to reach out to us. We're here to help.
For any emergency, contact us at our WhatsApp number, available 24/7 (+54.911.4434.6643), or send us an email at pepeconciergeservice@gmail.com.
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Inquire about this trip.
Our friendly advisors are ready to work with you to understand your preferences and build them into an itinerary that matches your taste, schedule and budget. Get started today! |
ACCOMMODATIONS
| Day | Itinerary | Hotel | Room Type |
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| 1 | Cusco | Casa San Blas Hotel | |
| 2 | Ollantaytambo | B&B Picaflor Tambo Hotel | |
| 3 | Inca Trail | Camping/Tent | |
| 4 | Inca Trail | Camping/Tent | |
| 5 | Inca Trail | Camping/Tent | |
| 6 | Cusco | Casa San Blas Hotel | |
| 7 | Depart Cusco | ||
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Activities
Guided Tours
All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Guided Tours
- Sacred Valley (privately run)
- Ollantaytambo and Machu Picchu Ruins (privately run)
- Inca Trail Trek (3 nights / 4 days) privately run))
- 3 nights, twin/double room (hotel)
- 3 nights camping (private tent)
All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
- Private transport
- 6 Breakfast
- 4 lunches
- 3 dinners
- Tent, sleeping bag, thin foam mattress
- Trekking bilingual guide and cooks while on the trail
- Local bilingual guide (Sacred Valley tour)
WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED
- Flights before and after the tour.
- If internal flights are needed, please request a quote.
- Meals but those described above.
- Travel Insurance (required)
It is mandatory for travelers to purchase travel insurance before joining a tour with us.
Please read our Booking Conditions.
TRAVELER TIPS
VISAS
Please visit the relevant consular website of the countries you'll be visiting for more detailed and up-to-date visa information. If you need a visa, please obtain your visa in advance.
HEALTH AND CERTIFICATIONS
Peru does not require any vaccination certificates from travelers to enter the country. However, travelers should stay up-to-date on their vaccines including measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, diphtheria-tetanus-pertussis vaccine, varicella (chickenpox) vaccine, hepatitis A, B, typhoid, rabies and yellow fever vaccine. If your itinerary includes the departments/states of Amazonas, Loreto, San Martin, Ucayali, Junin and Madre de Dios, it's recommended to vaccinate against Hepatitis B and yellow fever.
Is the Zika virus a risk in Peru?
Zika virus (or Zika) has been reported in Peru. Travelers, especially pregnant women, children under 5 years old, people with a pre-existing medical condition and the elderly over 60 years old should take special precautions. We suggest checking with your doctor first before taking a trip to Peru. Along with Zika, travelers must also protect themselves against dengue and chikungunya, both which are also transmitted by mosquitos.
Recommendations from the Peruvian Ministry of Health:
COVID-19 (Coronavirus)
The Covid-19 has had a major impact in all South American countries, with more cases being found every day. We at Pepe Concierge Service have taken all necessary precautions to protect our customers integrity and health, and helped everyone to find their way back to their home countries. Our heart and good thoughts are with everyone who have been affected by this virus. We are deeply thankful to all those who are out there working to contain this fatal virus. We'll stay alert and on top to any changes on this subject to keep our customers updated.
For more information, visit our blog.
SAFETY
Pickpocketing is common in certain areas/cities. If you do find time to explore on your own, below are some key precautions to take:
TRANSPORTATION
Transportation in Peru is not that well organized. However, public transportation is available to reach tourist areas such as Miraflores, Lima Centre, Barranco etc. To use public transportation, please ask the hotel staff for detailed information.
Another way to move around is through radio taxis. In Peru, the taxi system is not regulated. Taxis do not use meters which means you must negotiate the taxi fare first before getting into a taxi. Otherwise, risk paying the foreigner price. To get an idea of cost, calculate your transit time. If a taxi ride takes 20 min, the cost of the ride will be roughly 15 to 20 soles. From Miraflores to Lima Centre, it usually takes around 15 min which should cost around 10 to 15 soles. From/to the International Airport, you should arrange a taxi with your hotel prior to arrival/departure for a fixed fare of USD $20. You can also take a cab on the street but keep in mind, most of these taxis do not have a permit to enter into the airport so you will be dropped off outside the airport.
RESPONSIBLE TRAVEL
We strongly promote responsible travel. You can minimize the impact on local cultures, the environment and turn the negative aspects of tourism into positive aspects. We believe you can make a difference.
read more
Please visit the relevant consular website of the countries you'll be visiting for more detailed and up-to-date visa information. If you need a visa, please obtain your visa in advance.
HEALTH AND CERTIFICATIONS
Peru does not require any vaccination certificates from travelers to enter the country. However, travelers should stay up-to-date on their vaccines including measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, diphtheria-tetanus-pertussis vaccine, varicella (chickenpox) vaccine, hepatitis A, B, typhoid, rabies and yellow fever vaccine. If your itinerary includes the departments/states of Amazonas, Loreto, San Martin, Ucayali, Junin and Madre de Dios, it's recommended to vaccinate against Hepatitis B and yellow fever.
Is the Zika virus a risk in Peru?
Zika virus (or Zika) has been reported in Peru. Travelers, especially pregnant women, children under 5 years old, people with a pre-existing medical condition and the elderly over 60 years old should take special precautions. We suggest checking with your doctor first before taking a trip to Peru. Along with Zika, travelers must also protect themselves against dengue and chikungunya, both which are also transmitted by mosquitos.
Recommendations from the Peruvian Ministry of Health:
- Apply mosquito repellent every 4 hours (25% deet-based) on bare skin and thin clothing
- Wear thin long sleeve t-shirts/shirts and trousers
- Spray mosquito repellent on tables, bed skirts, etc.
COVID-19 (Coronavirus)
The Covid-19 has had a major impact in all South American countries, with more cases being found every day. We at Pepe Concierge Service have taken all necessary precautions to protect our customers integrity and health, and helped everyone to find their way back to their home countries. Our heart and good thoughts are with everyone who have been affected by this virus. We are deeply thankful to all those who are out there working to contain this fatal virus. We'll stay alert and on top to any changes on this subject to keep our customers updated.
For more information, visit our blog.
SAFETY
Pickpocketing is common in certain areas/cities. If you do find time to explore on your own, below are some key precautions to take:
- Request a taxi service through the hotel staff. You can also call EASY TAXI and UBER, both of which operate in a few cities: Lima, Arequipa, Piura, Chiclayo and Cusco.
- Wear your backpack/bag to the front when walking through bigger crowds.
- Do not carry your wallet in the back pocket of your trousers.
- Avoid wearing fancy jewelry.
- Leave original documents, credit cards in the hotel safe box, taking the bare minimum of cash with you. It’s always a good idea to hide cash in different parts of your clothes.
- A neck/waist money belt can be very handy to keep cash hidden.
- In restaurant/cafes, do not hang your bag/backpack on the arm of the chairs or leave it sitting on the floor.
- Always take note of the serial numbers of your larger bills (ie: 20, 50, 100 and 200 Soles) before paying taxi drivers and small shops. There were a few cases where travelers were told their bills were fake. By taking note of the serial numbers before use, you stand a better chance of getting your money back.
- At night, always walk on well lit streets.
- Withdraw cash only during the day and from ATMs located inside banks or guarded ATMs.
- Cover ATMs keyboard with one hand when typing your pin number.
- Do not get into a car by someone’s invitation, even if it's a police car.
TRANSPORTATION
Transportation in Peru is not that well organized. However, public transportation is available to reach tourist areas such as Miraflores, Lima Centre, Barranco etc. To use public transportation, please ask the hotel staff for detailed information.
Another way to move around is through radio taxis. In Peru, the taxi system is not regulated. Taxis do not use meters which means you must negotiate the taxi fare first before getting into a taxi. Otherwise, risk paying the foreigner price. To get an idea of cost, calculate your transit time. If a taxi ride takes 20 min, the cost of the ride will be roughly 15 to 20 soles. From Miraflores to Lima Centre, it usually takes around 15 min which should cost around 10 to 15 soles. From/to the International Airport, you should arrange a taxi with your hotel prior to arrival/departure for a fixed fare of USD $20. You can also take a cab on the street but keep in mind, most of these taxis do not have a permit to enter into the airport so you will be dropped off outside the airport.
RESPONSIBLE TRAVEL
We strongly promote responsible travel. You can minimize the impact on local cultures, the environment and turn the negative aspects of tourism into positive aspects. We believe you can make a difference.
read more
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Inquire about this trip.
Our friendly advisors are ready to work with you to understand your preferences and build them into an itinerary that matches your taste, schedule and budget. Get started today! |
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