This is a journey for those who are keen to learn; if you like the ancient customs and traditions of Cusco, this program was made for you.  This program was created for those who like to feel the real traditions of Incas, appreciate their work in the croplands, their terraces, enclosures, bridge basement, etc. and how the Incas descendants are still growing millenarian product like potatoes, ollucos, ocas, tarwis, etc.  In addition to all this we will enjoy the scenery of the surrounding mountains such us Veronica, Pitusiray, Sawasiray, and Chicon. This trip goes to Huchuyq’osqo (small Cusco) which it is situated on the high part of Urubamba Valley; this archeological site was the great palace of Inca Viraqocha, father of Inca Pachacuteq (the most important king in the Inca Empire). The journey finishes in Machupiqchu, the mystic and enigmatic citadel that has made it onto the list of the seven new wonders of the world.

• Activities: Archaeological sight-seeing, experience the culture, learn about the ecological aspects of Peru, and Hiking.
• Distance: 25 km. (15.53 miles).
• Average hiking time: 7 hours per day.
• Duration: 03 days / 02 nights.
• Maximum height: 4350 m /14272 ft. above sea level.
• Departures: contact us
• Number: Minimum 2 passengers
• Months of Operation: All year
• Service Type:
  Private: This service is exclusively for groups of friends, couples, families, coworkers, etc. And the itinerary is planned according to your requirements, and on the dates that choose
  Shared: Usually this is a large group where the tourists are all different nationalities and the itinerary is fixed
  
• Degree of difficulty: Medium.

OVERALL INFORMATION

DAY 01 : Cusco - Tambomachay - Huchuyq’osqo.

At 6:30am we’ll pick you up from the hotel, and take you in our private transportation to the ruins of Tambomachay 3700 m / 12,139 ft. There we start our hike uphill to reach the peak of near 4200 m / 13,780 ft. we´ll then hike down into valley and through a small community at the bottom. As we descend; along the trail you will see a beautiful green valley stretching away. The path we see on the right slope leads to P’isaq, as small village near the Sacred Velley. Passing through the village and across a bridge the trail takes us up over the second pass at around 4300 m. /14,108 ft. into high open country. En route we will see Lake Qoricocha (Golden Lake). We continue along this clear trail and then arrive at the highest point of the trek, 4350 m /14272 ft and then afterwards we´ll descend towards the Pucamarca community 4010 m /13,153 ft. and continue until the summit of the Gulch, where we will be able to observe part of the Sacred Valley of the Incas, we later arrive in León Punku, a mysterious formations on Rocks and then finally we will head to the Archaeological complex of Huchuyq’osqo 3600 m. /11,811 ft. to have dinner and we will camp out in an impressive nighttime atmosphere.

Meals: L, D
Total distance:  17 Km (10. 56 miles)
Estimated walking time:   7-6 hours
Maximum altitude point: 4350 m /14272
Campsite altitude: 3600 m. /11,811 ft.

Itinerary

Day 02 : Huchuyq’osqo - Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes

After a wholesome breakfast, we will have a Guided tour around the complex of Huchuyq'osqo 3600 m. /11,811 ft. with enough time to explore it in all its dimensions.  After this visitation, we will continue with our trek.  It will take around two hours to arrive at the highest top of our journey (4200 m /13,780 ft.). After admiring the surrounding mountains and landscape, we will go downhill which will take around two hours until we arrive at the Tauca community, where we will have lunch.  Then we’ll catch our private transportation onwards toward Ollantaytambo 2800 m / 9,186 ft. to catch the train to Aguas Calientes, a small town close to Machu Picchu, where we will have our dinner and stay overnight in a nice and comfortable hotel.

Meals: B, L, D
Total distance:  8 Km / 4.97 miles.
Estimated walking time:   6 - 7 hours
Maximum altitude: 4200 m / 13,780 ft.
Hotel altitude: 2,000 m / 9,843 ft.

Itinerary

Day 03 : Aguas calientes - Machupiqchu - Cusco

With another early rise, we go to the bus station to take the bus to Machu Picchu. This bus takes 25 minutes by uneven track, where we will do tour of the Inca citadel, your tour guide will guide you around for about two and a half hours, to show you the most important sectors of this beautiful and enigmatic Inca citadel and then you will have some free time to wander, explore and take photos. Or alternatively you could decide to climb the mountain of Huayna Picchu (tickets required), where you can see spectacular panoramic views of Machu Picchu, the valleys and mountains that surround it, or visit the Temple of the Moon or the great Inca Bridge. In the afternoon, we will meet in the town of Aguas Calientes, where if you want, you can visit and relax in its hot springs. From here we take the train back to Cusco, and we drop you off at your hotel / hostel. Travel time 4 hours. End of our services.

Meals: B
Total distance: 4 km / 2.49 miles.
Estimated walking time:  2 hours.
Maximum altitude point: 2,700 m / 8,858 ft.
Machu Picchu altitude: 2,400 m / 7,872 ft.

Itinerary

• Your original passport, student card ISIC (if applicable)
• A Sleeping bag, a backpack for hiking, 2 pairs pants, 2 pairs of shorts, 4-poles (long and short), several pairs of socks, Sandals, towels, toilet paper, gloves, thermal jacket, a hat for cold days, sunglasses and sunscreen for when the sun comes out.
• A liter bottle of water.
• A Flashlight with spare batteries, matches, knives.
• Hiking boots (preferably waterproof with ankle protection).
• Insect repellent, cream to hydrate the face and/or body.
• A Raincoat (poncho for rain).
• Energy foods (dried fruits, candies, chocolates, cookies, etc.).
• Soap and other toiletries and clothes to change.
• Swimsuit (recommended for the hot springs).
• You should bring appropriate clothing for both hot and cold days of the tour.
• Also, depending on your interest, you could bring a camera or camcorder, binoculars, compass; all such equipment should be lightweight.
• Basic medical supplies.
• Extra money in soles and dollars.
• Optional: walking sticks.

WE SUGGEST YOU TO BRING

• An orientation to clarify all the details of the tour, 1 or 2 days before departure.
• Private transportation from your hotel to Tambomachay.
• Entrance ticket to the Huchuyq’osqo Trail and Machu Picchu.
• Guided Tour for the Huchuyq’osqo Trail and Machu Picchu Sanctuary.
• Professional Guide: Bi-lingual, speaks both English and Spanish, 2 guides from more than 9 passengers.
• A Cook responsible for meals. (02 breakfasts, 02 lunches, 02 dinners) - Please notify us if you are a vegetarian.
• Horsemen and mules will be in charge to carry the camping equipment and food.
• Boiled water for each meal, and for the places where there are no shops to buy water.
• Bio-degradable personal hand soaps.
• Bio-degradable dishwashing detergents used by our kitchen staff.
• Camping equipment: Tents 04 people capacity for 02 persons, sleeping pad, dining tent with table and chairs, kitchen tent, toilet tent, cutlery.
• Toilet tent with bio-degradable toilet facilities.
• Mules will carry 5 kg maximum from your personal stuff.
• Private transportation from Tauca to Tambomachay.
• Train ticket from the Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchu town (2nd  day)
• One night accommodation in Machu Picchu town.
• Round trip bus ticket Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Aguas Calientes – 3th day.
• Train back from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo and bus service from Ollantaytambo to Cusco.
• Portable Radio (Walkie Talkies); Basic first aid and oxygen bottle.
• 24 hours assistance.

OUR SERVICE INCLUDED

• Sleeping bag US$ 10.00 complete tour.
• Thermal-rest mattresses or inflatable sleeping pad for US$ 10.00.
• Discount of US$ 20.00 with International Student Card (ISIC Card).
• You can rent an extra horse if you are tired or you can`t walk any more for. US$ 20.00 per Day.
• Bag pack for, US$ 5.00 whole tour.
• When you reserve and then specify the type and category of hotel (2 **, 3 ***, etc.). Prices range from US$ 25 to US$ 750. This will modify the published tour price.
• If you want to return to the ruins the next day, you have to pay admission again. (Only the first entry to Machu Picchu will be included in the tour).
• All our programs are with the Expedition train service (for a comfortable price), but if you want another type of service, like the Vistadome train service (first class service) or Hiram Bingham (exclusive luxury Orient Express service), each train service is a different price, which obviously modify the published tour price. We can customize your travel, all you need to do is contact us.

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