Peru Travel Ideas

Itinerary:

Day 1. Inca Trail
CUSCO – HUAYLLABAMBA

From Cusco we drive into the Sacred valley of the Incas. At the end of the road (km 82) we meet the support team of porters for lunch then begin the Inca trail.

The first section is ideal for acclimatization purposes as we hike along the sacred Urubamba river. We pass through the ruins at Llactapata (2, 288 m) before reaching Huayllabamba our first camp site. We believe in trekking in style, whilst walking all you need to carry is your day pack. Our support team of traditional porters carries all camping equipment and performs all camp chores; all food is prepared by the cook. LD

Day 2. Inca Trail
HUAYLLABAMBA – PACAYMAYO

Possibly the hardest day of the trek, we rise early and head to the highest point of the trail - the impressive Warmiwanusca (Dead woman's pass 4200 m).We depart from Huallyabamba, the last inhabited place on the trail. The path continues on up past humming birds and stunted cloud forest.

We then descend into a valley and set up camp at Pacaymayo. BLD

Day 3. Inca Trail
PACAYMAYO – WIÑYA WANYA

From Pacasmayo valley we now climb again passing the Inca ruins Rucuracay.

Our second pass (3998 m) gives us spectacular views of the Vilcabamba range. Walking on incredibly well-preserved Inca pathway we pass Sayacmarca ruins with plenty of time for an in depth tour and explanation. We continue along the ridge, passing through tunnels and fantastic views and a slight ascent brings us to Phuyupatamarca (3650 m) down into the Cloud forest on a seemingly endless Inca Stairway to Winya Wanya (2, 600 m), another impressive ruin full of orchids and swallows and our last camp site. BLD

Day 4. Inca Trail
WIÑAYWAYNA – MACHU PICCHU - CUSCO

And so to Inti Punku, the gateway of the Sun, for our first glimpse of Machu Picchu. After treasuring the moment with a guided tour and time to explore on your own we pass through the ruins and catch a bus down to the train station near the town of Aguas Calientes (2, 000 m). We catch the afternoon train back to Poroy and a bus from here back to Cusco. B

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NOTES:
Pre and post accommodation in Cusco IS NOT INCLUDED in the trip price.

Regulations state that any Inca Trail booking must be made a minimum of 90 days prior to departure date. As such all Inca Trail permits must be confirmed with Goway 90 days, before the departure date.

We recommend however that you confirm your date as soon as possible as Inca Trail permits can be booked out 2 months in advance.

It is now required to book in advance if you wish to climb Huayna Picchu (the famous peak at Machu Picchu). Please enquire at the time of booking. Fees apply.

Separate deposit conditions apply for any Inca Trail.

See our Inca Trail manual for more details.

• Peru international departure tax $30 USD
• Peru domestic departure tax $8 USD
• Local currency is Soles
• Time Zone: GMT/UTC -5
• Dialing Code: 51
• Electricity: 220V, 60Hz
• Weights & measures: Metric

DEPARTURES:

PRIVATE SERVICES
Departs daily on confirmation of Inca Trail permit(s)

GUARANTEED DEPARTURES - SIB SERVICES
Departs Sunday - Wednesday - Friday
Based on 2 people and on confirmation of Inca Trail permit(s)

PRICE INCLUDES:

• Transport to and from Inca trail
• All camping and cooking equipment including Thermarests, spacious two person tents, dining, cook and toilet tent,
• An emergency first-aid kit and oxygen
• Professional English and Spanish speaking guides trained in first-aid and C.P.R.
• All porters
• Guided tour in Machu Picchu
• Entrance to the Inca Trail and Machu Picchu ruins
• Bus transfers to and from the ruins
• Train / bus from Machu Picchu to Cusco
• All meals as listed B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner

NOT INCLUDED

• Domestic airfare to and from Cusco (+/- $400USD per person return)
• Visa fees (if required)
• Passport & Visa Costs
• Vaccination Costs
• Personal Spending Money
• Meals where not listed
• Drinks
• International Flights
• Travel Insurance
• Airport departure taxes
• Border taxes or fees

Package Departures

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8 - Our Antarctic adventure begins. Flight from Punta Arenas to King George Island (South Shetland Islands).
The flight takes a little under 2 hours. Upon arrival we will be able to tour around the area where the "Presidente Eduardo Frei M." Chilean Base and "Bellinghausen" Russian Base are located. We will gather at the beach on Fildes Bay for embarkation, by Zodiac boats, to M/V "Ocean Nova". BLD

9 - Our Antarctic adventure begins. Flight from Punta Arenas to King George Island (South Shetland Islands).
The flight takes a little under 2 hours. Upon arrival we will be able to tour around the area where the "Presidente Eduardo Frei M." Chilean Base and "Bellinghausen" Russian Base are located. We will gather at the beach on Fildes Bay for embarkation, by Zodiac boats, to M/V "Ocean Nova". BLD

10 - Our Antarctic adventure begins. Flight from Punta Arenas to King George Island (South Shetland Islands).
The flight takes a little under 2 hours. Upon arrival we will be able to tour around the area where the "Presidente Eduardo Frei M." Chilean Base and "Bellinghausen" Russian Base are located. We will gather at the beach on Fildes Bay for embarkation, by Zodiac boats, to M/V "Ocean Nova". BLD