Inca Trail 4 Days
the best tour with local company
Inca Trail 4 Days
the best tour with local company
4 days 3 night Short Hike
Inca Trail 4 Days Overview
Trip Details:
- Duration: 4 days.
- Includes: Camping, food, porters, transportation, guide, entrance fees and more.
- Payment: easy with any credit or debit card.
- Confirmation: immediate.
- Safety: complies with all sanitary protocols.
- Entrance fee: Machu Picchu Solo.
- Group: from 4 to 16 people maximum.
Itinerary Inca Trail 4 Days
Day 1: Cusco -Wayllabamba
We start our trip early in the morning after picking up all our passengers we will head towards Ollantaytambo, where we will have a prudent time of 30 minutes to buy some last minute things and those who wish can have breakfast, then we will continue to Km. 82 Piscacucho (2,700 masl.), place where is located the first control before entering the historic sanctuary of Machupicchu, then we will begin our journey of the hike throughout the Andes, after about 2 hours of adventure we will arrive at Llaqtapata (2,750 masl.) archaeological site of Inca construction of the Inca ruins of Machupicchu. After our visit to this interesting place we will have lunch prepared by our experienced cook and the whole team which will surely leave you amazed with the culinary art of the Peruvian Andean fusion food, after lunch we will continue with our hike to our 1st camp in Wayllabamba (3,000 masl./9,900ft after 2 hours of hiking through the cusichaca valley and the variety of vegetation, also the company of the wayllabamba river that its waters come directly from the snowy salkantay located at 6250masl/20,625ft all this makes our afternoon hike unforgettable and pleasant after arriving at our camp we will go to our mountain tents to rest and wait a little for dinner. after dinner you can enjoy the breathtaking view of the vialactea where we can observe some constellations of the southern hemisphere in which you can identify the southern cross and the cosmic clouds of the celestial river where you can visualize the llama, the snake, the fox, the condor and the shepherd.
Day 2: Wayllabamba - Warmiwañusca - Pacaymayo
In the morning we will have the awakening with coca tea or coffee , then organize ourselves and be ready for breakfast we will have a time of 20 minutes approximately to be able to organize ourselves also to use the hygienic services in case they needed it before the departure, When you are ready we will start our hike with a light ascent to the second control located in this sector of the community of wayllabamba where the weight of our porters is also controlled according to the regulations they can only carry 25kilos/50libras after this technical stop we continue climbing uphill for an average of 1 hour approximately until ayapata located 3300msnm/10, 890 feet arriving at this point we will be able to rest for 20 minutes also take advantage of the moment to take some photos of course eat our sanck then we are gonna continuo by original steps of the Inca trail designed by the ancient Peruvians for 6 km to the pass of Warmiwañusca (4,200 masl. ) highest point of the Inca Trail, which is a stretch with stairs that makes it heavier and harder for the legs, it is recommended to do it without haste at the pace of each one without worrying that the group will leave us. Once gathered all the members of the group we will continue, but this time descending also by stone steps; in this section we will be able to appreciate a variety of flora and we will have views that make unique this Inca Trail, then we will arrive to our 2nd camp in Pacaymayo (3,700 masl.), we will have dinner where we will spend the night in this unique place surrounded by a high Andean landscape and the sound of the river of the area.
Day 3: Pacaymayo - Puya Patamarka - Wiñayhuayna
After breakfast we will continue our hike, this stretch is 15 km. full of vegetation and a lot of Inca archaeological sites of different functions. The first archaeological site we will visit will be Runkurakay (3,970 masl. ) which is another Inca archaeological complex in the form of towers that has a strategic site of surveillance of this valley, then continue to Chaquicocha where we will have lunch, then continue to Phuyupatamarka (which means place or town above the clouds), on the route we will pass through a tunnel carved into rock and continue towards Wiñaywayna, another wonderful complex where we will spend the night, the tour is 6 hours full of beautiful scenery, vegetation in Wiñaywayna.
Day 4: Wiñay Huayna - Machu Picchu - Cusco
Early in the morning after breakfast we will continue the trek to Machu Picchu, we will pass through the last control and continue to the Inti Punku (Sun Gate) and then to Machu Picchu, we will have a majestic panoramic view of the Inca City of Machu Picchu, Then you will have your guided visit to the place full of history, together with the guide you will visit the most important and outstanding sites of the sectors of the ancient Inca City (Agricultural and Religious Sector), then you will have free time to take more pictures, and explore the archaeological site on your own; Then we return to the town of Aguas Calientes where you can have lunch on your own and finally go to the train station to return to the town of Ollantaytambo and from there by tourist bus to the city of Cusco.
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Prices in Private Service
| Number of persons | Price per person |
Prices in Group Service
Included
- Pick up from Hotel/Hostel.
- Bus Km. 82 (Piscacucho, where the Inca Trail begins).
- Entrance to Machu Picchu National Sanctuary.
- Camping equipment: 4-person sleeping tent for every 2 people, inflatable mats (Termarest).
- Eating tent, kitchen, tables, chairs, plates.
- Cook.
- Professional guide specialized in the Inca Trail.
- Meals: 03 breakfasts, 03 lunches, 03 dinners and 03 box lunches.
- Porters (carry camping equipment, kitchen and food, not passengers’ luggage).
- Entrance to Machu Picchu.
- Expedition Tourist Train from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo.
- Return bus Ollantaytambo to Cusco.
- First aid kit.
- Oxygen Balloon.
- Vegetarian food option at no additional cost.
No Included
- Sleeping bag for the entire trek. (you can rent it with us at US $ 10.00 per person for 3 days).
- Entrance fee to Huayna Picchu (US$).
- Breakfast on the 1st day. (you must do it in your Hotel or/and lodging in Cusco).
- Lunch and dinner on the 4th day. (optional in Aguas Calientes)
- Extra porter to carry the passenger’s things.
- Entrance fees to the thermal baths of Aguas Calientes (10 Nuevos Soles).
- Extra services such as tips for: Guide, cook and porter is optional.
- Tips.
Recommendations
IMPORTANT:
Each day a maximum of 500 people are allowed to access the Inca Trail for 4 days at the control at km 82. This number includes all support staff, such as authorized porters, cooks and tour guides and is generally strictly controlled. When the Inca Trail reaches the limit of 500 visitors, the Trail closes for the day and no further reservations can be made. Reservations are not made on the Trail and if possible all permits must be purchased in advance, one year in advance if possible.
SOME THINGS TO KNOW
This 4-day trek to Machu Picchu is not recommended for travelers with back problems.
You will have a guide during your hike along the Inca Trail and on the Machu Picchu tour.
Daily departures with a group of 2 or more.
No departures in February due to maintenance of the Inca Trail.
No wheelchair access.
DON’T FORGET THE IMPORTANT: Original passport, accident insurance, personal medication.
This trek will have a maximum of 8 travelers.
What To Bring
- Take hiking poles, sunscreen, sunglasses
- Sun block, sunglasses, warm clothes for the cold, rain poncho.
- Hiking shoes
- Personal first aid kit
- First aid kit including emergency oxygen bottle.
- Vegetarian / special dietary options available
Travel Guide
Inca Trail availability:
IMPORTANT:
Each day a maximum of 125 people are allowed to access the Short Trail 2 days through the control at km 104 (per pandemic). This number includes all support staff, such as authorized porters, cooks (in some special itineraries) and tour guides, and generally, the control is strict. When the Inca Trail reaches the limit of 125 travelers, the reservation system is closed for that day and no reservations can be made; no entrance to the trail can be purchased, so all permits to enter the trail must be purchased in advance, one year in advance, if possible.
SOME THINGS TO KNOW
This hike is not recommended for travelers with back problems.
You will have a tour guide for the short Inca trail tour and the Machu Picchu tour.
Daily departures from 2 members or more.
No departures in February due to trail maintenance.
There is no wheelchair access.
DO NOT FORGET THE IMPORTANT: Original passport, accident insurance, personal medication.
This short Inca Trail tour will have a maximum of 8 travelers.
PHYSICAL DEMAND:
This hike is considered of moderate to difficult demand, so it is advisable to be in good physical condition.
LODGING OPTIONS
During the Inca Trail trek to Machu Picchu, single travelers will be paired with another traveler of the same sex to share a room and travelers in pairs will have a room to themselves.
PRE-DEPARTURE BRIEFING
There is a mandatory pre-departure briefing at 18:00 hours in our Cusco office the day before departure on the 2 day short Inca Trail where you will meet your guide and he will give you detailed information about the trek. Information about the list of what to bring, rental equipment and answer general questions.
The Inca Trail is closed every year in February for maintenance; therefore it is not available this month. The spaces indicated on this page are for the departure date of the 2 or 4 day trek (day 1). It does not matter if the other days are sold out or out of season. You can start your trek on any date marked in green.
Availability is controlled by the Peruvian Ministry of Culture. Only they can administer and authorize access to the Inca Trail. Access to the 4-day Inca Trail is limited to 500 people per day, including staff. For this reason, the number of spaces available on this page corresponds to spaces for hikers, i.e. 40% of the total (approximately 60% is for trekking staff). The 2-day Inca Trail is limited to 250 people per day and 100% of the spaces are reserved for hikers.
Reservations are for the current season (until December 31, 2020). For the next season 2021 we invite you to book your trek in advance.
For practical reasons, it is not possible to make reservations less than 480 hours before the departure of the hike or with less than 50 spaces available.
If you wish, you can subscribe to receive by email the availability or be informed once the new Inca Trail Machu Picchu 2021 season starts.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Inca Trail 4 Days:
What happens if you renew your passport or Document?
If you renew or change the number or names on your passport or documents after you have booked the tour/trek, you must send us a photo of the new passport or document; we will make the change with the authorities before you arrive in Cusco; the extra cost to make the change is $20 which will cover expenses for the change of Inca Trail Entrance, Machu Picchu Entrance and train tickets.
If you do not wish to pay the $20 for the corresponding changes you must bring your new and old passport or document to show to the authorities (Inca Trail, Entrance to Machu Picchu, train tickets). If you don’t have the 2 passports you will have to buy on your own a new Inca Trail, Machu Picchu entrance and train tickets, the costs could be over $100.
Are all bus tickets between Aguas Calientes and Machu Picchu included?
No, the first two bus trips (from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes on the afternoon of the first day; from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu on the morning of the second day) are included, but a bus ticket for your final descent from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes on the second day is not included. This ticket costs approximately $12.00. It is also possible to walk to the city, which takes about an hour.
Can you pick us up if we are staying in Urubamba or Ollantaytambo?
Yes, however Ollantaytambo is the best place to stay other than Cusco. If you stay in Ollantaytambo, you will be able to sleep a little longer because we will pick you up approximately 1.5 hours after the normal pick up time in Cusco. However, please note that the pre-trip briefing can only be done in Cusco. You can request it to be done in advance.
What type of hostel is reserved for this tour?
In Cusco: we will book at MamaSimona, Hatun Quilla and Ecopacker hostels. These hostels offer comfortable beds, hot water for bathing, Wi-Fi and breakfast.
In Aguas Calientes: we will book at Tambo Inn or Tambo B&B. These hostels offer comfortable beds, hot water for the bathroom, Wi-Fi and breakfast.
NOTE: We guarantee the hostel reservation mentioned above only if you make your reservation in advance. Otherwise, we may have to offer alternative accommodation.
Can I change the hostel for a hotel in Cusco and Aguas Calientes?
Yes, each traveler has their own expectations of accommodations. That is why we offer you the option to book your own independent hostel. (According to Availability)
Book it yourself or, request that we book it for you.$
If you wish to book your own independent hostel we will offer you a discount of $10 per person on the price of the trip. You can use this money to pay for an alternative hostel.
Refund
If we do not succeed or fail in making your reservation for the Inca Trail your deposit payment will be refunded 100%.
Health and Safety
All our participants must inform us if they have or have had any illness that may affect their personal or group progress during the trek. You should also bring your own medications. We recommend that you visit your doctor before making your reservation if you have any health problems.
Where to store your things?
You can leave or store the things you will not be taking on the Inca Trail at the hotel or hostel where you are staying. Most of these establishments have storage rooms where they will keep your things. If you do not trust the place where you are staying we will gladly store your belongings in our office.
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