INCA TRAIL HIKE TO MACHU PICCHU 10 DAYS LUXURY TOUR
- Overview
- Daily Summary
- Handpicked Hotels
- Sample Itinerary
- Pricing
- Recommended Packing List
Overview
The Classic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu is Peru’s most iconic trek leading to the Sacred Inca City of Machu Picchu. The classical 43-km (26.8-mile) trek follows a cobblestone path that departs from the fertile grounds near the Sacred Valley of the Incas, at 2,800 masl (9,128 ft), and ascends to the infamous Dead Woman’s Pass at 4,200 masl (13,776 ft), above the vegetation line. It then follows to other valleys and mountain passes, threading past fascinating archaeological sites built in unbelievable locations with impeccable techniques, slowly winding down into a lush cloud forest rich in Andean flora and fauna. The combination of the gorgeous mountain scenery, the mysterious ruins and the very special energy of the area makes this trek an experience of a lifetime.
Our local operator experienced staff of trekking guides enrich the days with their knowledge and sharing, covering diverse topics such as Inca history, archaeology, architecture, social structure, economy, politics, astronomy, and fascinating traditions and beliefs. Lodging is within designated and authorized campsites along the route, and Machu Picchu is reached at sunrise on the fourth day.
Our local operator experienced staff of trekking guides enrich the days with their knowledge and sharing, covering diverse topics such as Inca history, archaeology, architecture, social structure, economy, politics, astronomy, and fascinating traditions and beliefs. Lodging is within designated and authorized campsites along the route, and Machu Picchu is reached at sunrise on the fourth day.
Daily Summary
D-01: LIMA
Arrival in Lima
D- 02: LIMA - CUSCO - SACRED VALLEY
Flight to Cusco.
Pisac archaeological site and market tour
D-03: SACRED VALLEY
Chinchero, Maras, and Moray tour
Lunch at Hacienda Huayoccari
D-04: SACRED VALLEY - INCA TRAIL
Inca Trail to Machu Picchu (Day 01)
D-05: INCA TRAILInca Trail to Machu Picchu (Day 02)
D-06: INCA TRAILInca Trail to Machu Picchu (Day 03)
D-07: INCA TRAIL - MACHU PICCHUInca Trail to Machu Picchu (Day 04)
Machu Picchu tour
D-08 MACHU PICCHU - CUSCO Machu Picchu second day tour with optional hikes Vistadome train to Cusco D-09 CUSCO Cusco city tour Nearby ruins tour D-10 CUSCO - LIMA Flight to Lima Lima highlights tour Departure
D-08 MACHU PICCHU - CUSCO Machu Picchu second day tour with optional hikes Vistadome train to Cusco D-09 CUSCO Cusco city tour Nearby ruins tour D-10 CUSCO - LIMA Flight to Lima Lima highlights tour Departure
Handpicked Hotels
LIMA
Belmond Miraflores Park
Hotel B
Wyndham Lima Airport Hotel
CUSCO
Belmond Nazarenas
Inkaterra La Casona
Casa Andina Premium Hotel
SACRED VALLEY
Inkaterra Urubamba
Sol y Luna
Casa Andina Premium Hotel
MACHU PICCHU
Belmond Sanctuary Lodge
Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo
Sumaq Machu Picchu
Pricing
- This is a sample journey and can be tailored to your interests and travel style.
- Price is US$9,600 per person
- All private services
- Based on double occupancy
- Hotel Selection: Wyndham Lima Airport Hotel, Casa Andina Premum Cusco, Casa Andina Permium Sacred Valley, Luxury Camping Services, Sumaq Machu Picchu
- What is included:
- All specified services in the journey description
- All transfers
- All entrance fees
- English-speaking private guides
- 24-hour support from our locally based team
- 6 nights in a hand-picked selection of Peru’s finest hotels
- What is not included:
- Airfare (quoted separately)
- Meals (unless otherwise specified)
- Airport taxes
- Travel Insurance
- Tips
Recommended Packing List
- A backpack with a change of clothes for the whole period of the trek
- Rain gear (jacket and pants if available) or rain poncho (plastic ponchos can be purchased in Cusco)
- Strong footwear, waterproof trekking boots recommended
- Sandals or jogging shoes for a higher comfort while at camp
- Warm clothes, including jacket and fleeces. Thermal clothing is recommended, especially for sleeping
- Flashlight/headlamp and batteries
- Camera and batteries (batteries consume more quickly under cold conditions)
- Hat or cap to protect you from the sun, rain and cold
- Sun block
- After-sun cream or hydrating cream for face and body
- Insect repellent – minimum 20% DEET – no malaria risk has been reported
- Toilet paper and tissues
- Snacks: biscuits, energy bars, chocolate, dried fruits, muesli, etc. Please note that we do provide a daily morning snack and our meal service is very complete and well supplied. This recommendation applies for all clients being used to a specific snack, as it may happen that it is not included in our selection
- Water container and water for the first morning. Important notice: plastic water bottles are no longer allowed on the Inca Trail
- Optionally: water-sterilizing tablets in case you pick up water from streams or rivers along the route. Otherwise, we provide filtered boiled water, which is safe to drink and has never reported any health issues.
- Small towel
- Swimsuit (if you wish to go to the hot springs in Aguas Calientes)
- Cash in soles and/or US$
- Original passport
- Optional: walking sticks or poles (rubber covers required in order not to damage the Inca Trail)
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- Expert travel advice
- Fully customizable itineraries
- All private services
- Safe and ethical travel
- 24 hour in-trip assistance
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