We will begin your adventure by picking you up from your hotel at 4:00 AM. Our first stop will be in Ollantaytambo, then we will head to Km 82 to check in at the Inca Trail and meet our staff members. We will start with a gentle 3 hour hike to Tarayoc where we will have lunch, rest and then continue for another 3 hours until we reach Huayllabamba. On the way, we will have the opportunity to see Patallacta, an archaeological site. In Huayllabamba, we will have a well prepared dinner and spend the night in tents at our campsite.

Starting time (trekking): 09:30 AM
Hiking distance: 11 km/ 6.21 miles
Hiking time: 06 hours
Physical level: Moderate
Minimum altitude: 2720m/8920ft
Maximum Elevation: 3100m/10170ft
Meals: Lunch and dinner (plus afternoon snack and afternoon tea)
Lodging: Camping
Adventure: Absolutely satisfactory

Physical Level

1, Easy

We will start the second day of our adventure by waking you up with a cup of coca tea to help acclimatize to the altitude. Next, a hearty breakfast prepared by our professional chef, and with this energy, we will start hiking for about 5 hours to reach the top of the mountain called Warmihuañusca or El Paso de la Mujer Muerta. From there, we will enjoy the incredible panoramic view of the Andes! After a well-deserved rest, we will continue downhill for about 2 hours until we reach our next campsite, Pacaymayo, where we will have lunch and spend the rest of the afternoon resting and relaxing before sleeping again in our tents.

Start time (hike): 06:45am
Hiking Distance: 12km/7.4miles
Hiking time: 08 hours
Physical level: Demanding
Minimum Altitude: 3100m/10170ft
Maximum Elevation: 4215m/13,828ft
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner (plus afternoon snack and afternoon tea)
Lodging: Camping
Adventure: Absolutely

Physical Level

1, Easy

We will start the fourth day by waking you up at 05:30 am with a cup of coca tea, followed by a nutritious breakfast. At 06:45 am, we will begin the trek to the Runkuracay pass, the second highest point of the Inca Trail at 3950m. During this stretch, we will enjoy breathtaking views of the Vilcanota mountain range and the Waqaywillka glacier, the sacred mountain of the Incas. This day will be different from the previous ones, as we will visit and explore fascinating Inca sites along the way, such as Runkuracay, Sayacmarka, Phuyupatamarka, Intipata and Wiñayhuayna. Our expert guide will provide you with a rich historical overview of each temple highlight. On the way, we will discover various types of plants, flowers and birds in the cloud forest before arriving at our lunch spot. After lunch, we will head downhill to our campsite at Wiñayhuayna.

Before arriving at the campsite, we will take 10 minutes to explore the most beautiful Inca site on the Inca Trail, Wiñayhuayna. This place is breathtaking with impressive buildings and terraces. Then we will end the day with a delicious dinner followed by a small ceremony to express our gratitude to our tremendous Porters and Chefs (Meals B, L & D).

Start time (hike): 06:45 am
Distance: 16km/ 9.9miles
Hiking time: 10 hours
Physical level: Demanding
Minimum altitude: 2650m/8.694ft
Maximum Elevation: 3950m/12.959ft
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Lodging: Camping
Adventure: Absolutely

Physical Level

1, Easy

Today, we will reach the climax of our trek, the long awaited finale – Machu Picchu! To fully experience this mystical site, we will rise early in the morning, hike for 2 hours from Wiñay Wayna to the Sun Gate or “Inti Punku”, and witness the sunrise over this ancient citadel. From this viewpoint, we will have a breathtaking view of the entire grandiose site. After the hike, we will enter the hidden Royal Citadel of the Incas, where we will take a two-hour guided tour of the ruins. Our expert guide will take us through temples, terraces, palaces, priestly houses, the sundial, the industrial sector and the cultivated fields. The engineering genius of the Incas will leave us in awe. Without modern tools, steel or iron, they managed to create this sustainable and beautiful community on the side of a mountain, with canals for water supply. After the excursion, you can choose to climb Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu mountain, or hike to the Inca Bridge. You can also walk to the Sun Gate, which is the main entrance from the Inca Trail. You can enjoy this magnificent city for as long as you wish before taking the bus to the town of Aguas Calientes. If time permits, you can have lunch, visit the hot springs and explore the town and its handicraft market. At 4:22 pm (subject to availability), we will take the train to Ollantaytambo, where a private bus will pick up our group and drop you off at your hotel in Cusco around 8:00 pm. Although your feet and body may need rest, we guarantee that your heart will keep flying for weeks and years to come.

Physical Level

1, Easy