| INCA TRAIL TO MACHU PICCHU |
Hiking the Inca Trail
to the ruins of Machu Picchu
11 Day Tour with Discovery Trek from $1589
to the ruins of Machu Picchu
11 Day Tour with Discovery Trek from $1589
*Adventure Introduction note*
For the truly adventurous, the quest to Machu Pichu
is an exhilarating experience filled with dazzling
natural views of the mighty Andes Mountains. You will
never forget camping at remote Inca tambos (way
stations) & walking on the exact same trail as Inca
messengers did centuries ago. The extreme high
altitudes of the hike (Cuzco at 11,300 ft. & one pass
at over 13,500 ft.) make preparation for this
demanding trip imperative, which is why we include 3
nights in Cuzco for acclimation prior to the trek. This
additional time in Cuzco is enough for most travelers &
usually considered a minimum orientation training or prep
to do this expedition. There are important factors to
consider if you are contemplating to take the Inca Trail
trip, such as age, health, & overall stamina or fitness.
You should also prepare at least 1 month in advance
with a regimen of rigorous hiking for 5 miles 3 times a
week (not kidding). However, none of these factors
fasten acclimatization. Only time matters. As a general
rule, you need at least 1 day for each 1,000 feet over
10,000 feet altitude. Without this plan, the result in
even experienced travelers is usually nausea or altitude
sickness, which can cause mild to severe flu-like
symptoms & can completely ruin your trip. After the
necessary precautions, everyone who visits this magical
place are just thrilled to have completed the final steps
of the mighty trek to enter the Royal Gate at the very
top of Machu Picchu to marvel in astonishment at the
grandeur of the sacred site below.
DAY 1: ARRIVE LIMA- Start your journey into the Land of
the Incas.
DAY 2: WHILE IN LIMA- First familiarize yourself with
the city of Lima on this half-day tour of most of the colonial
highlights. Following will be a visit to the Archaeological
Museum for a chronological presentation of the many
civilizations that flourished in many parts of Peru. Displays
shown include important historical collections from the
"Chavin", "Mochica", "Chima", & " Nazca" cultures.
DAY 3: LIMA TO CUZCO- Take an early morning flight to
the colonial city of Cuzco & transfer to your choice of hotel in
the downtown area. The remainder of your day is usually
recommended to rest & adjust to an altitude over 11,000
feet above sea level. Take it easy today.
DAY 4: CUZCO TOUR- On this afternoon you will take a
motorcoach tour of colonial Cuzco with stops including the
Temple of the Sun, Cathedral, & rest briefly in the Plaza de
Armas. You will visit Korikancha which is known as the Inca
Sun Temple & witness how the church was built on top of the
intact temple. Next, you will ascend the hills surrounding
Cuzco to visit the Inca ruins of K'kenko, Pucapucara, Tambo
Machay & the great stone fortress named Sacsayhuaman.
DAY 5: WHILE IN CUZCO- This is another allowed full day
to acclimate your incredible Inca Trail Trek.
DAY 6: CUZCO TO HUAYLLABAMBA, YOUR TREK
BEGINS- Early morning pick-up at your selected Cuzco hotel
to transfer by bus to the base of your trail at Chillca which
lies on the Vilcanota River. Hike alongside the Vilcanota River
beneath the captivating snow-capped Nevado Veronica
through cactus gardens & fields of corn to the gargantuan
Inca ruins of Llactapata. Continue up a side valley to finally
camp in the hamlet of Huayllabamba. (12km., 7 hour hike)
DAY 7: HUAYLLABAMBA TO PAQAYMAYO- On this day
will be the most challenging of the hike. Climb through steep
fields & thick forest to emerge above the tree line to
Warmiwanusqa Pass (13,776 feet above sea level). Take in
magnificent views of the snowy peaks of the Huaynay Range
7 Inca ruins to then descend to camp in the valley. (11kms., 8
hours of hiking)
DAY 8: PAQAYMAYO TO WYNAYWAYNA- You will cross
a second pass (12,661 feet) & follow a fine Inca road down
to the exquisite ridge-top ruins of Sayaqmarka. Further on
you will pass through a tunnel among luxuriant cloud forest
vegetation. Overlooking the Vilcanota River far below lies
your camp located within ruins. (15kms., 8 hours of hiking)
DAY 9: ARRIVE MACHU PICCHU- On this day it will be
the easiest hike with only 6 kilometers & 2 hours of hiking
before finally reaching the ancient world famous ruins of
Machu Picchu. The Royal Road descends quite steeply through
an orchid-laden cloud forest. The final stretch of your trail
approaches Machu Picchu from the back side of the mountain
itself. You will enter Machu Picchu in the early afternoon
from the original gate at the top of the ruins just as the
ancient Incas did centuries ago! You will have the day to tour
the lost city of the Incas with your guide. Your overnight stay
is at the standard or first class hotels is located in the
quaint village of Aguas Calientes which lies at the base of the
ruins. (Dinner & lunch the following day are included).
DAY 10: FROM MACHU PICCHU BACK TO CUZCO- You
will have almost another full day to explore & hike within &
around Machu Picchu before you your afternoon train
departure bound for Cuzco. Finally transfer to your selected
hotel in Cuzco. (Bus transfers from Aguas Calientes to Machu
Picchu & admission to Machu Picchu are NOT included this day.
DAY 11: CUZCO TO LIMA- Transfer to the airport for
your return flight back to Lima. Meeting service & transfer
back to your already pre-selected hotel in Lima.
TO BOOK YOUR TRIP PLEASE CALL (650) 343-3765
OR EMAIL US AT: info@panoramatravelagency.com
For the truly adventurous, the quest to Machu Pichu
is an exhilarating experience filled with dazzling
natural views of the mighty Andes Mountains. You will
never forget camping at remote Inca tambos (way
stations) & walking on the exact same trail as Inca
messengers did centuries ago. The extreme high
altitudes of the hike (Cuzco at 11,300 ft. & one pass
at over 13,500 ft.) make preparation for this
demanding trip imperative, which is why we include 3
nights in Cuzco for acclimation prior to the trek. This
additional time in Cuzco is enough for most travelers &
usually considered a minimum orientation training or prep
to do this expedition. There are important factors to
consider if you are contemplating to take the Inca Trail
trip, such as age, health, & overall stamina or fitness.
You should also prepare at least 1 month in advance
with a regimen of rigorous hiking for 5 miles 3 times a
week (not kidding). However, none of these factors
fasten acclimatization. Only time matters. As a general
rule, you need at least 1 day for each 1,000 feet over
10,000 feet altitude. Without this plan, the result in
even experienced travelers is usually nausea or altitude
sickness, which can cause mild to severe flu-like
symptoms & can completely ruin your trip. After the
necessary precautions, everyone who visits this magical
place are just thrilled to have completed the final steps
of the mighty trek to enter the Royal Gate at the very
top of Machu Picchu to marvel in astonishment at the
grandeur of the sacred site below.
DAY 1: ARRIVE LIMA- Start your journey into the Land of
the Incas.
DAY 2: WHILE IN LIMA- First familiarize yourself with
the city of Lima on this half-day tour of most of the colonial
highlights. Following will be a visit to the Archaeological
Museum for a chronological presentation of the many
civilizations that flourished in many parts of Peru. Displays
shown include important historical collections from the
"Chavin", "Mochica", "Chima", & " Nazca" cultures.
DAY 3: LIMA TO CUZCO- Take an early morning flight to
the colonial city of Cuzco & transfer to your choice of hotel in
the downtown area. The remainder of your day is usually
recommended to rest & adjust to an altitude over 11,000
feet above sea level. Take it easy today.
DAY 4: CUZCO TOUR- On this afternoon you will take a
motorcoach tour of colonial Cuzco with stops including the
Temple of the Sun, Cathedral, & rest briefly in the Plaza de
Armas. You will visit Korikancha which is known as the Inca
Sun Temple & witness how the church was built on top of the
intact temple. Next, you will ascend the hills surrounding
Cuzco to visit the Inca ruins of K'kenko, Pucapucara, Tambo
Machay & the great stone fortress named Sacsayhuaman.
DAY 5: WHILE IN CUZCO- This is another allowed full day
to acclimate your incredible Inca Trail Trek.
DAY 6: CUZCO TO HUAYLLABAMBA, YOUR TREK
BEGINS- Early morning pick-up at your selected Cuzco hotel
to transfer by bus to the base of your trail at Chillca which
lies on the Vilcanota River. Hike alongside the Vilcanota River
beneath the captivating snow-capped Nevado Veronica
through cactus gardens & fields of corn to the gargantuan
Inca ruins of Llactapata. Continue up a side valley to finally
camp in the hamlet of Huayllabamba. (12km., 7 hour hike)
DAY 7: HUAYLLABAMBA TO PAQAYMAYO- On this day
will be the most challenging of the hike. Climb through steep
fields & thick forest to emerge above the tree line to
Warmiwanusqa Pass (13,776 feet above sea level). Take in
magnificent views of the snowy peaks of the Huaynay Range
7 Inca ruins to then descend to camp in the valley. (11kms., 8
hours of hiking)
DAY 8: PAQAYMAYO TO WYNAYWAYNA- You will cross
a second pass (12,661 feet) & follow a fine Inca road down
to the exquisite ridge-top ruins of Sayaqmarka. Further on
you will pass through a tunnel among luxuriant cloud forest
vegetation. Overlooking the Vilcanota River far below lies
your camp located within ruins. (15kms., 8 hours of hiking)
DAY 9: ARRIVE MACHU PICCHU- On this day it will be
the easiest hike with only 6 kilometers & 2 hours of hiking
before finally reaching the ancient world famous ruins of
Machu Picchu. The Royal Road descends quite steeply through
an orchid-laden cloud forest. The final stretch of your trail
approaches Machu Picchu from the back side of the mountain
itself. You will enter Machu Picchu in the early afternoon
from the original gate at the top of the ruins just as the
ancient Incas did centuries ago! You will have the day to tour
the lost city of the Incas with your guide. Your overnight stay
is at the standard or first class hotels is located in the
quaint village of Aguas Calientes which lies at the base of the
ruins. (Dinner & lunch the following day are included).
DAY 10: FROM MACHU PICCHU BACK TO CUZCO- You
will have almost another full day to explore & hike within &
around Machu Picchu before you your afternoon train
departure bound for Cuzco. Finally transfer to your selected
hotel in Cuzco. (Bus transfers from Aguas Calientes to Machu
Picchu & admission to Machu Picchu are NOT included this day.
DAY 11: CUZCO TO LIMA- Transfer to the airport for
your return flight back to Lima. Meeting service & transfer
back to your already pre-selected hotel in Lima.
TO BOOK YOUR TRIP PLEASE CALL (650) 343-3765
OR EMAIL US AT: info@panoramatravelagency.com
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