Itinerary Packages Machu Picchu Short Inca Trail – Rainbow Mountain 6D / 5N
Day 1: ARRIVAL DAY
Free Day – Optional Activity city walking tour
No included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Day 2: SACRED VALLEY
We will pick you up at your hotel at 8am, then we head towards the Sacred Valley of the Incas, taking the direct route to Pisac.we stop at the look out of Taray to have a classic view of the Urubamba valley with corn fields dressing the mountains like a carpet. Onward, we drive to the archaeological site of Pisac, where you can see the largest Inca cemetery with more than 2000 tombs. There we can admire the incredible farming terraces constructed into the mountain, explore the Inca tunnel and the religious area of this important citadel. Here we will spend more than 2 hours, exploring the Inca city.
Then we head back to the colorful market of Pisac, spend some time visiting it and then drive to Urumbamba for lunch, we go to Ollantaytambo the next Inka site on the sacred valley. We explore the archeological site for 1.5 hours and admire the water fountains, the Sun Temple, the impressive store houses.
WHAT IS INCLUDED
- Private transportation to the sacred valley
- English speaking professional guide experienced in mountains and traditional tours
- Lunch as indicated in the itinerary (optional vegetarian food with prior request)
- First-aid kit including emergency oxygen tank
- Private guided tour and entrances to the archeological site
- Entrance Ticket
DAY 3 SHORT INKA TRAIL TO MACHU PICCHU (KM104)
The Classic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu is known as one of the world’s ten best hikes, in our short inka trail to Machu Picchu we will have a beautiful experience. The Inca Trail is unparalleled for its ecological diversity and wealth of archaeological treasures.
ITINERARY
We pick you up from your hotel at 5:30am, and drive you to the train station nearby. You will have an hour and 20 minute ride by expedition train from Ollantaytambo to 104 kms (2,100m/6,927ft) where you will begin your trek and cruise past the first checkpoint with ease. Afterwards we initiate a moderate climb for three hours to the chiseled remnants and remote archaeological site of Wiñayhuayna. (2,650m/8747ft). As we view out with an open mind and heart, we embrace the spectacular plunging views of the Urubamba Canyon, and the ethnic wonder of ancient Inca sites, we make our connection into the traditional four day Inca Trail. After being at one with this beautiful sight, we continue onward towards the Sun Gate (2,730mts/9,007ft). Following the ancient remote footpath, we grasp onto our first spectacular view of Machu Picchu in all its brilliance and majestic monumentality. As we move closer to the Citadel of Machu Picchu, you will feel the reasoning of her energetic vibration. Then we take our bus to Aguas Calientes, where we spend the night in our hotel.
DAY 4 : AGUAS CALIENTES – MACHU PICCHU – CUSCO
Bursting with excitement on your final surreal day, we take the first bus at 5:30am to Machu Picchu archeological site. Your guide will expertly direct you through the energetic ruins and its diverse main streets. Then on your own, you can wander around the town squares of the world’s spiritual center of esoteric wisdom, as well as climb the intricately carved stairways made of stone. Or you can stay still and find the peace within as you sit in the pure delight of the moment.
WHAT IS INCLUDED
- Entrances to the INKA TRAIL KM 104
- Professional guide.
- Expedition train from Ollantaytambo to the start of the Inca Trail and Train and bus from Aguas Calientes to Cusco
- One night hotel accommodation with private room, bathroom and breakfast included.
- 1 box lunch.
- 1 Dinner
- Bus tickets from Aguas Calientes – Machu picchu – Aguas Calientes.
- Personal assistance.
WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED
- Hotel – optional upgrades to 4* or 5*
- Huayna Picchu Tickets: US$85 per person
- Machu Picchu Mountain: US$85 per person
- Tips for your guide
Day 5: RAIMBOW MOUNTAIN – Cusco – Cusipata – Rainbow Mt – Cusipata – Cusco
We will pick you up from your hotel at 4 am, then we begin with our amazing Rainbow Mountain hike. We set out on our drive for 3 hours through the South Valley; via Cusipata ending up the begging of the hike.
After a total hike of 2.30 hours, we finally reach our destination the Rainbow Mountain (5,020m /16,466ft). After being awed by their beauty, you will have time to explore the area. You can take pictures or just soak up the environment. We will spend approximately 30 minutes at the top. At this point, we hike back down the way we came. The hike takes 1.30 hour, then drive for 1 hour for lunch where we enjoy our lunch.
WHAT IS INCLUDED
- Transportation to the rainbow Mountain hike
- English speaking professional guide experienced in mountains and traditional tours
- Lunch as indicated in the itinerary (optional vegetarian food with prior request)
- First-aid kit including emergency oxygen tank
- Guided tour
- Entrance Ticket
WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED
- Horse to ride for the Rainbow mountain hike
Day 6: DEPARTURE DAY
Transfer hotel / airport
