Tour Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrival In Cusco.
After your arrival transfer from the airport you have time to relax in your hotel and acclimatise to the altitude of 3200m. This evening you are free to explore the maze of markets, wander the cobbled stone streets or sample some of the famous Cusco nightlife. No Meals.
Day 2: Cusco City tour.
After breakfast you depart on a city tour of this famous city. Visiting the ruins of Sacksaywayman (an ancient Inca fortress/temple), the ruins of Koricancha, Kenji. We also visit the awe – inspiring Cathedral and the famous rock of the 12 angles and have time to truly appreciate the blend of Colonial and Inca influence on the city. Rest of the day free.
Includes: (B).
Day 3: Sacred Valley.
Today we explore the “Sacred Valley of the Incas”. This fertile river valley was home to many important sites for the Inca, both strategic and religious. Our first stop is the village of Pisac for its famous Tuesday markets. After the market we stop for a traditional Peruvian lunch. We then continue our journey along the river to the giant Inca fortress of Ollaytantambo, which was the scene of the most famous battles between the Incas and the Invading Spanish Conquistadors (with the Inca’s being victorious) After the days touring why not relax with a famous Pisco sour before having an early night to Prepare for the Inca Trail. Includes: (B), (L).
Day 4 – 7: Inca Trail.
We drive to Km 82 to commence the trail. The path to Machu Picchu involves some high altitude trekking and an average fitness level or above is recommended. We use modern equipment and local, specialist guides. Porters carry all that is required on tour leaving you to carry your own personal belongings. Extra porters can be hired locally to carry your rucksack at an additional cost. The tour involves a spectacular climb culminating in the ascent to “Dead woman’s pass” at 4200m above sea level. On the final day on the tour we wake early to take an eerie walk through the cloud forest to arrive at the “Gateway to the Sun” or entrance to Machu Picchu to watch the sunrise over the citadel. The site is UNESCO world heritage listed and is regarded as the most important archaeological site in the Americas. You have the day to roam the site after a guided tour, before returning to Cusco on train arriving early evening. All meals included on trail.
Day 8: Cusco.
Tour ends after breakfast. Transfer to the Airport.
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Price Includes:
- All activities and transportation as mentioned in the itinerary, with the exception of the local Cusco area ticket which is payable locally for $US10 and will cover entrances into the ruins for the City Tour.
- Please note that whilst on the Inca trail, all accomodation is tented.
- All meals are provided and cooked by our support crew whilst on the trek.
- Porters will carry all that is needed on the trek, leaving you to carry your own personal belongings. Extra porters can be hired locally for a cost of US$15 - 20.
- Where we use hotel accomodation, daily breakfast is provided.
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South America
Peru
Archeology/History
Hiking & Trekking
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