Select Inca Trail, Designed for Self-Guided Peru Travelers
Duration: 5 days
4-12 Travelers: $1525 per person
2-3 Travelers: $1775 per person
Take an unforgettable trek along the Inca Trail. This five-day Peru hiking trip takes you through the Andean highlands and cloud forests among ancient ruins to the mysterious citadel of Machu Picchu. Designed for tourists who will be traveling on their own Peru tour but still wish to experience the famous Inca Trail in comfort, this Machu Picchu hiking trip provides an opportunity to thoroughly enjoy the highlights of the Incan region.
Private Departures are a good option for some travelers. Please contact us for details.
Itinerary details for Select Inca Trail Hike
-
Day 1 SACRED VALLEY - PAUCARCANCHA Camp
Life on the Inca Trail click here
Morning pick up from your Cusco Hotel and travel by private bus to (Km82), where the trek begins. After meeting our porters you'll cross the Urubamba River by bridge. Continuing on our way along the winding path, between the sloping banks of the Urubamba River, we experience a stunning view of the Vilcanota mountain ranges and Mount Veronica (18,745 ft.). Our route takes us through the narrow Cusichaca valley, with slopes that show the clear imprint of an ancient culture and its agriculture practices. Later, we pass the small indigenous community of Huayllabamba (9,025 ft.), to camp in the archaeological zone of Paucarcancha. (B,L,D)
-
Day 2 PAUCARCANCHA - LLULLUCHAPAMPA Camp
Life on the Inca Trail click here
Along the narrow valley trail, you come to a cloud forest containing the Queñua tree, a rare Andean species. Next this unique Peru ecotour takes you on a steep ascent to the large pampas below the first pass you will reach tomorrow. Tonight's camp is at Llulluchapampa (12,300 ft), where you awake to a stunning view of Mt. Huayanay. (B,L,D)
-
Day 3 LLULLUCHAPAMPA - PHUYUPATAMARCA Camp
Life on the Inca Trail click here
Physically, this is the toughest day of the Machu Picchu hike, as the trail ascends steeply toward Warmiwaqusca pass (13,680 ft). From here, the trail descends to the Pacaymayo River and then gradually climbs past the ruins of Runkuraqay. The next pass takes you from Runkuraqay to the ruins of Sayacmarca (12,628 ft). As our Peru travel continues, marvel at Inca engineering, before arriving at the beautiful ruins of Phuyupatamarca (12,000 ft), the camp for the night. (B,L,D)
-
Day 4 PHUYUPATAMARCA - MACHU PICCHU
View Machu Picchu accommodations picture gallery
Today, begin by the passing the Phuyupatamarca ruins and follow the trail of flagstones that descends into the cloud forest and to the ruins of Wiñay Wayna (8,855 ft). Situated along the same watercourse as Phuyupatamarca, Wiñay Wayna contains well-restored Inca ruins. After a two-hour walk through a cloud forest, you arrive at Intipunku, the Sun Gate entrance of Machu Picchu (7,800 ft). After a brief tour, go to nearby Aguas Calientes for the night. (B,L)
-
Day 5 MACHU PICCHU - CUSCO
The final day of our Peru tour is devoted to exploring magnificent Machu Picchu with plenty of time to explore the ruins on your own, including a climb to the sacred peak of Huayna Picchu or a walk through the lush cloud forest to the Temple of the Moon. The afternoon train returns you to Cusco, where Southern Explorations' services end. (B)
-
Key:
(B)reakfast (L)unch (D)inner
ARTICLES & INFORMATION ABOUT PERU
TOURS AND TRAVEL
CONTACT A BOOKING AGENT
CALL
1.877.784.5400
TOLL FREE
OUTSIDE
THE U.S.A. CALL
1.206.784.8111
DAILY DEPARTURES
2 person minimum / 12 maximum
June
Contact Us!
July
Contact Us!
August
Contact Us!
September;
Contact Us!
October
Daily
November
Daily
December
Daily
Private Departures can be arranged. Please contact us regarding private departure costs.
INCLUSIONS / EXCLUSIONS
-
Included in tour cost
-
- Professional, english-speaking local guides and camp staff
-
- Meals as indicated
-
- Plentiful, nutritious meals and snacks while on the trek (Vegetarian option available)
-
- All hotel and camping accommodations (twin shared basis)
-
- Entrance fees for Inca Trail, Machu Picchu and all scheduled tours and archaeological sites
-
- Porters to carry camping equipment and any excess gear
-
- North Face tents - three person
-
- Air mattresses
-
- Kitchen, dining and latrine tent
-
- Hot water in the morning for washing
-
- Drinking water through out the trek
-
- 2 tickets between Aguas Calientes and Machu Picchu
-
- Train Ticket back to Cusco - Vista Dome train
-
- Southern Explorations pre departure services
-
- First Aid and Oxygen Bottle
-
- Satellite Phone Communication
-
Excluded in tour cost
-
- International round - trip airfare to and from Peru
-
- Airfare $295 (Lima/Cusco/Lima)
-
- Airport taxes international (around $30) and local (around $5)
-
- Tips and gratuities
-
- Travel insurance
-
- Sleeping bags, hiking boots, and other personal gear
-
- Continental breakfasts are included at all hotels. All other meals are not included unless specified in the itinerary.
PHYSICAL RATING
-
Strenuous
PERU ACCOMMODATION
-
Select Inca Trail Accommodation:
-
1 nights hotels
3 nights camping
(North face 3 person tents for 2)
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT
-
Additional $325
-
- Single Supplement is the additional cost of a single traveler not sharing a room in double occupancy. We will match you with another same gender traveler unless you request single accommodations.
Prices based on 3% cash discount
)
Duration: 5 days)
Physically, this is the toughest day of the Machu Picchu hike, as the trail ascends steeply toward Warmiwaqusca pass (13,680 ft). From here, the trail descends to the Pacaymayo River and then gradually climbs past the ruins of Runkuraqay. The next pass takes you from Runkuraqay to the ruins of Sayacmarca (12,628 ft). As our Peru travel continues, marvel at Inca engineering, before arriving at the beautiful ruins of Phuyupatamarca (12,000 ft), the camp for the night. (B,L,D)
)
The final day of our Peru tour is devoted to exploring magnificent Machu Picchu with plenty of time to explore the ruins on your own, including a climb to the sacred peak of Huayna Picchu or a walk through the lush cloud forest to the Temple of the Moon. The afternoon train returns you to Cusco, where Southern Explorations' services end. (B)
