Ultimate Inca Trail(Twin Room,Start Cusco, End Cusco)

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Machu Picchu is one of the world's seven wonders for a reason. The first time you spot this lost Incan citadel, shrouded in mountain mist, snaking up through lush green hills (and dotted with a few llamas), you'll feel a thrill that has no comparison. And you'd have earned it. As a four-night adventure, it's fair to say this trip is no walk in the park, but a...

Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • Take a walking tour of Cusco
    • Visit San Blas Koricancha and San Pedro Market
    • Qualified trail guides
    • Porters
    • Inca Trail Permit
    • All camping equipment - except sleeping bag

What's this trip about?

    Machu Picchu is one of the world's seven wonders for a reason. The first time you spot this lost Incan citadel, shrouded in mountain mist, snaking up through lush green hills (and dotted with a few llamas), you'll feel a thrill that has no comparison. And you'd have earned it. As a four-night adventure, it's fair to say this trip is no walk in the park, but as you trek through the lush cloud forests, taking in the jaw-dropping Peruvian Andes and finally reaching the mystical Sun Gate, you'll realise this is the most rewarding trek in the world.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportRound trip airfare and all internal transport included
Start CityCusco
End CityCusco

Travel Themes

  • Local Immersion & Homestays

Destinations

  • South America
  • Peru

Attractions

  • Cusco
  • Inca Trail

Activities

  • Homestays & Cultural Immersion

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Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive Cusco

Welcome to Cusco! You'll meet your fellow Inca Trail adventurers today, before spending the afternoon on a city walking tour to get yourselves orientated. Then it's time by to explore Cusco your way. With artisan shops, colonial architecture, delicious local cuisine and adrenaline filled activities all at your fingertips, you'll be spoilt for choice.

Day 2: Cusco to Inca Trail Trek

Grab your backpacks and get ready to commence your epic 3-night camping expedition along the ancient trail of the Incas. Passing through thickened forests and past cascading waterfalls, your eyes will be opened wide every step of the way. We'll spend our first night a...

Day 3: Inca Trail Trek

We'll pass more glorious ruins on today's trek, with opportunities to spot the snow-capped Cordillera Vilcabamba. A less taxing climb will take us through the misty cloud forest before we enjoy jaw-dropping views of the Urubamba valley. Awaiting us is the town of Phuyupatamarca, nestled atop the clouds like a heavenly apparition.

Day 4: Inca Trail Trek

This is it! The enchanting site that awaits us will make it all worthwhile. We'll head through the Sun Gate this morning and breathe Machu Pichhu in, taking in the Wayana Picchu 'Little peak' – the iconic peak you’ll have seen in every picture ever – marvelling at the...

Day 5: Inca Trail Trek to Cusco via Sacred Valley

Upon arriving back into Cusco this afternoon, it's time to say adios to your travel buddies. Haven't seen enough? Why not jump on our Bolivian Magic trip?

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Price From $1,218
Price per day$244
Last Updated: 0/18/2022

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