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About this activity

The Classic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu is the most famous and popular hike to Machu Picchu and even one of the most famous and favourite treks in the world. You will see the pristine landscapes of Peru and experience an Andean journey to the archaeological site of Machu Picchu. You will hike hrough high mountain passes, highland meadows and tropical cloud forests. This 4 day hike to Machu Picchu ends up by entering Machu Picchu through the Sun Gate ("Inti Punku" in Quechua native language). Be one of the many adventurers from around the world, who has successfully done this moderate to difficult Machu Picchu 4 day hike. See itinerary for details.

Included

Pre-trek briefing (Our guide will visit your hotel a day before the trek for your briefing)
Transfer by private vehicle to the initial point of the Inca Trail at Km 82;
Accommodation: camping (3 nights)
Meals: 3x breakfast, 3x lunch, 3x dinner, 3x afternoon´s hot beverages (If you are a vegetarian, please advise us in advance. A vegetarian meal option is for NO extra cost!
Experienced bilingual Tour Guide
A professional Cook;
Porters to carry food, camping and cooking equipment;
Camping equipment: Personal double tents (4 person tent which allows for greater comfort, and also storage of backpacks)
Sleeping roll mattress;
A sleeping bag (for up to -5°C)
A blanket per person
A pillow
Water every day (excluding the first 4 hours of the trek when you need to bring your own)
Tables and chairs, cooking tent with cooking equipment, dining and toilet tents and bottled gas;
DayPack (In case you need for your personal belongings)
Tourist train (Expedition Class) from Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu) to Ollantaytambo;
Tourist bus from Ollantaytambo to Cusco;
First aid kit including emergency oxygen bottle.

Not included

Breakfast on the first day and last lunch in Aguas Calientes
Shuttle bus from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes (USD $12 one way, USD$24 - round trip)
Travel insurance
Entrance fee to Huayna Picchu (USD $80)
Extra Porter to help you carrying up to 15 kg of your personal belonging (USD $130 - the Extra Porter can be shared between 2 people)
Gratuities
Other extras not mentioned
Local flights

Additional

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Minimum age is 12 years
If you are a vegetarian, please advise at time of booking
Note: If you suffer from altitude sickness, please bring any necessary medicine and/or consult with your doctor before the day of your tour
Note: In early 2001, the Peruvian government proposed to reduce number of trekkers on the trail to 500 per day. An extra 200 people are allowed during July and August. It is highly recommended that you make your reservation weeks or months in advance to guarantee you will get a spot

Features

Tourism

95% Cultural

55% Original

40% Sport

25%

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Classic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu: 4-Day Trek