The Inca Trail (Inca Trail)

7 Days Cusco Return
The Inca Trail (Inca Trail)
The Inca Trail (Inca Trail)
The Inca Trail (Inca Trail)

Overview

Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on G Adventures 7 Day The Inca Trail (Inca Trail). We'll admit it, no one does the Inca Trail quite like us, we combine the cultural highlights of the Sacred Valley with the challenge of one of the world's best-known hikes. The four-day Inca Trail trek passes through a stunning combination of the region's ruins, mountainscapes, and cloud forests. Once you catch your first glimpse of Machu Picchu in the early morning light, you'll know it was all worthwhile. Best of all, since we run our own treks, we can ensure the fair treatment of our porters and the quality read more of food and equipment so you can relax and enjoy the beauty of the region.
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Trip Length
Trip Length

7 Days

Trip Starts
Trip Starts

Cusco

Trip Ends
Trip Ends

Cusco

Countries Visited
Countries Visited:
Operator
Operator
G Adventures
Trip Style
Trip Style

Active

Budget
Budget

Affordable

Age Range
Age Range

6-99 Years

Max. Group Size
Max. Group Size

16

Pace
Pace

Challenging

Guide Style
Guide Style

Fully Guided

Tour Code
Tour Code

SPIT

Itinerary

Arrive early and spend some time exploring the city. Meet the group at the welcome meeting, check for the start time on the welcome note at the hotel. Stay: Hotel Prisma

Enjoy a full-day guided tour of the Sacred Valley. Stop at the G Adventures-supported women's weaving co-op before visiting a local pottery making community. Break for lunch at the G Adventures-supported Parwa Community Restaurant in Huchuy Qosco. After lunch, opt to head out on a hike to the Ollantaytambo storehouses and look out over the ruins. Or, wander around the cobblestone streets and visit a local Chicheria (corn beer bar). Stay: Lilium Valle Hotel (B/L)

Trek through beautiful scenery, with a variety of flora that changes with the seasons, passing several smaller ruin sites like Llactapata. Stay: Campsite Wayllabamba (B/L/D)

Start early to climb the long steep path to Warmiwañusca, better known as Dead Woman’s Pass. This is the highest point of the trek at 4,198m (13,769 ft). Most hikers reach camp by early afternoon, with ample time to rest and relax. Stay: Pacaymayo Campsite (B/L/D)

Cross two more passes and ruins on today's trek. The first pass is Runquraqay at 3,950m (13,113 ft) where, on a clear day, hikers can catch a glimpse of the snow-capped Cordillera Vilcabamba. Hike through the cloud forest on a gentle climb to the second pass of the day, walking through original Incan constructions. The highest point of the pass is 3,700m (12,136 ft). On a clear day, enjoy the spectacular views of the Urubamba Valley. At 3,650m (11,972 ft), reach the ruins of Phuyupatamarca, the "town above the clouds." Camp here or go another 1.5 hrs to the Wiñay Wayna ruins ("forever young") located at 2,650m (8,694 ft). Stay: Wiñaywanyna Campsite (B/L/D)

The final day of the hike starts pre-dawn to reach the Sun Gate before sunrise. Catch the first views of the breathtaking ruins of Machu Picchu on a clear day. Hike down for a guided tour of the ruins, before your train back towards Cusco. Stay: Hotel Prisma (B)

Depart at any time. (B)

Trip Inclusions

  • Explore ruins in the Sacred Valley.
  • Learn about traditional ways of life and visit local markets.
  • Conquer the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu.

  • Your G for Good Moment: Ccaccaccollo Community and Women's Weaving Co-op visit, Ccaccaccollo
  • Your G for Good Moment: Parwa Community Restaurant the Sacred Valley, Lamay
  • Your G for Good Moment: Handmade Biodegradable Soap Products
  • Sacred Valley guided tour
  • Pottery-making demonstration
  • Inca Trail guided hike with cooks and porters (4 days)
  • Guided tour of Machu Picchu
  • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

  • Hotels (3 Nights), camping (3 Nights)
  • Please note that hot water shortages and power outages can be fairly common in Peru (even in upgraded hotels and private homes). We appreciate your patience and understanding that these occurrences are outside of our control.

  • G Adventures Representative in Cusco, specialist Inca Trail CEO (Chief Experience Officer) on hike

  • 6 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners

  • Train, private van, hiking

  • Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
  • Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included

Operator

G Adventures
G Adventures came from a desire to deliver authentic and responsible small group travel adventures that were equally life-changing for travellers and the communities they visit. And we’re been doing just that for almost 30 years. Our award-winning trips span seven continents and over 100 countries, giving you meaningful more experiences with people, cultures, landscapes and wildlife, as well as offering you the freedom and flexibility to explore on your own.

On all of our tours, you get to know locals every step of the way, from the places you visit and stay to where you eat and drink. You’ll also get to experience our ‘G for Good’ social impact initiatives on-trip, including our industry-leading ‘Ripple Score’. This score measures, as a percentage, the amount of money that stays in the local community through on-trip services like accommodation, restaurants and transport.
Trip Style: Active
Trip Style: Active

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