Hidden beneath the dense foliage of the high jungle, the citadel of Machu Picchu was once forgotten by its creators, for centuries escaping conquistadors and treasure hunters. When Hiram Bingham discovered and published “The Lost City of the Incas” in 1911, the world sat up and took note of this important architectural jewel. A real, ancient trail connected Cusco, the capital of the empire, with Machu Picchu. On this single path, we will follow in the footsteps of the Incan culture, visiting some of their ceremonial centers that continue to be clouded by history and mystery.

Our guides, descendants of the Incas, will help us pack for this fascinating adventure. Crowning this trek will be two passages in the mountains over 4,000 meters high. Our hike on the cobbled trails through a variety of flora and fauna begins in the Andes, and we will descend to Intipunko or the “Puerta del Sol” in the “Ceja de Selva,” where we will first observe the impressive citadel of Machu Picchu.

Day 01: Cusco - Inca Trail.- Arrangement of lodging and transportation to kilometer 82, Pisacucho (2,600 m.), starting point for the expedition toward Huayllabamba (3,250 m.). Camping in Patallacta. Lunch, snacks and dinner.

Day 02: Patallacta - Llulluchapampa.- Breakfast. Hike until reaching Dry Lake. Ascent to 4,050 m. to visit the archaeological remains of Runkurakay. Camping in Dry Lake. Lunch, snacks and dinner.

Day 03: Llulluchapampa - Wiñaywayna.- Breakfast. We will begin the hike visiting Phuyupatamarca. Camping in Wiñaywayna. Lunch, snacks and dinner.

Day 04: Wiñaywayna - Machu Picchu.- Breakfast. Early departure in to ascend to Machu Picchu and admire the sunrise from the citadel. Free time to enjoy the ruins and the beautiful watercolor of nature. Return in bus to Aguas Calientes. Overnight stay.

Day 05: Machu Picchu – Cusco.- Breakfast. Free morning for rest or for enjoying the citadel. Afternoon return by train to Cusco. Reception and transportation to lodging.


OUR SERVICES INCLUDE:
Stay in double tent.
Breakfasts, lunches, snacks and dinners specific to the program.
Transportation aforementioned in the program.
This program also includes the ticket for the Inca Trail and the first ticket for the sanctuary of Machu Picchu, two-person tents, thermal comforters, tent bathroom, kitchen and cafeteria, household items, first-aid equipment and guides. Return to Cusco in local train.


IMPORTANT:
Departures of regular tours are offered ONLY on Monday, Wednesday and Friday.


NOTE:
Sleeping bag not included.
Passengers should have their Medical Assistance Cards on hand in the event of an emergency throughout the trip (consult us if you do not have one).
Programmed trips are subject to time availability with regard to the flight itineraries and/or other unforeseen circumstances.


NECESSARY PERSONAL EQUIPMENT FOR TREKKING EXCURSIONS:
Warm clothing, sleeping bag, sleeping pad, backpack, hiking boots, insect repellent, visor or baseball cap, sunscreen, camera, binoculars, personal medicines, flashlight with batteries, pair of spare glasses, essential personal items, etc.

IMPORTANT INDICATIONS ABOUT OUR CIRCUITS:
RATES IN AMERICAN DOLLARS PER PASSENGER
PROGRAMS MINIMUM 02 PASSENGERS


CIRCUITS INCLUDE:
LODGING WITH BREAKFAST
REGULAR SERVICES WITH SPANISH AND ENGLISH GUIDE ACCORDING TO THE ITINERARY


DO NOT INCLUDE:
NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL AIR TICKETS
AIRPORT TAXES (TUAAS US$ 5.84 NATIONAL FLIGHT, US$ 31.00 INTERNATIONAL FLIGHT)
EXTRAS (TIPS, ALCOHOLIC DRINKS, PHONE CALLS, ETC.)
INSURANCE SECURE (IT COULD BE TAKEN UPON REQUEST)


NOTE:
RATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PREVIOUS WARNING
RATES ARE VALID UNTIL DEC 15 2009