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4 Days / 3 Nights

Availability : 2021 - 2022

Cusco / Sacred Valley

Machu Picchu

Min Age : 8

Machu Picchu 4 Day Hike, At Quarry trail, you will discover and enjoy an isolated trail plastered of legitimate Inca archaeological complexes, a wide variety of Andean flora and fauna, challenging Mountain passes, and perfect memories

Explore ceremonial centers as Choquekilla or Golden Moon, visit typical communities as Socma, natural wonders like Perolniyoc waterfall or the mighty Buena Negra Pass, and picture the impressive methods which the Incas used to move huge rocks from the Cachicata quarry to Ollantaytambo town.

Tour Details

Vacation Style:Trekking, Cultural, Adventure

Holiday type:Luxury

Group size:Private

Activity level:Moderate

Physical ratings
The physical rating gives you an idea of how much physical exertion is required on a particular trip.

Easy = these trips are a relaxing break. You don’t have to worry about doing anything physically demanding unless you want to.

Soft = Some easy physical activities included in your trip. No physical preparation is required to make the most of the journey.

Moderate = This trip will raise your heart rate. Moderate physical activities are included and a good level of fitness is required.

Challenging = Be prepared for some serious physical activity. The fitter you are, the more you’ll enjoy it, as most activities will be challenging.

Difficult = Our highest physical rating. Get ready for a heart-pumping adventure with plenty of challenges and some extreme conditions. You’ll be required to be seriously fit for this trip as difficult activities are included.

Departure & Return Location

Hotel located in Cusco city (Ask for hotels located outside Cusco city)

Departure Time

05:00 AM. Aproximate time, this will be reschedule during the treking orientation.

Price Includes

A private, hand-crafted and fully personalized Luxury trek from start to finish.
Professional english-speaking tour guide
Specialized massage therapists for every camping night (1 for every 4 customers)
02 nights of ultra-luxury camping.
1 night at the hotel of your choice in Aguas Calientes
01 Yoga session very early in the morning of third day. (Only at Luxury Grade)
All entrance fees and permits required.
All meals cooked on the spot by our well-trained chef with fresh ingredients (B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner).
All overland private transportation for customers.
Separated private transportation for our staff members and camping equipment.
Private Chef, chef assistant and waiter
Fully trained porters hailing from local communities to carry the main luggage (all the equipment and cooking stock)
Private extra porter for your personal stuff
Duffle bags for your belongings
Bedroom tent: Eureka Copper Canyon (maximum of triple use)
Air mattress and camping cot.
Bed duvets, sleeping bags, cotton sheets, blankets, pillows, cotton and silk robes.
Dining tent and chairs: Eureka Copper Canyon, Kingcamp KC 2808 chairs.
Porcelain or ceramic crockery, glassware and unique stone or wood plates.
Hot Shower Tent: Light Speed including cotton towels for body, face and hands.
Portable chemical toilet: Cleanwaste toilet system and toiletries.
First aid kit and oxygen bottle.
All the required Peruvian taxes (IGV)

Price Excludes

Walking sticks (if you request them in advance, we can provide you a pair of standard walking sticks per customer)
Extra transportation required along the trek due to unforeseen circumstances.
Cusco Hotel accommodations.
Meals not mentioned.
Personal expenses.
Personal travel Insurance (highly recommended)
Gratuities.

Suggestions & Restrictions

On day 3, if you are interested, you can complement your trek with a visit of Ollantaytambo archaeological complex for an additional cost; please feel free to consult with your travel specialist.
Also on day 3, please note that the last bus up to the citadel departs at 16:00 pm, for this reason we will book a hotel in Aguas Calientes. If you prefer Belmond Sanctuary Lodge there will be additional costs for modifying the itinerary.
Please consider that our prices from 2 people onward are based on double and triple accommodation, if you would like to have a single tent then the supplement will be of $ 249.00 per person.
Train stations and train schedules are subject to availability, also due to rainy season Poroy train station is closed from January to April of each year.
The walking sticks are not included, but if you prefer we can arrange to provide you a pair of basic poles (Standard Brand) without any charges; you just need to ask in advance to your travel specialist.
If you would like to climb to Huayna Picchu Mountain, please take in mind that is an unguided hike, require an additional cost and involve starting the hike at 03:00 am on the 4th day. If you are interested, please consult with your travel specialist as we need to check availability far in advance.

What to Expect

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Real Pictures of our Machu Picchu 4 day hike

Itinerary

Day 1CUSCO – PEROLNIYOC WATERFALL - RAYANNIYOC (L, D)

Prepare and get strong for this intense start

Start with an early breakfast at your Cusco hotel (or box breakfast), and our expert guide will transfer you to our trekking starting point, the Socma community (3190 m. / 10465.9 ft.) to learn about remote communities of Cusco.

The trek starts uphill for 1.5 hours toward Perolniyoc Waterfall (3500 m. / 11482.9 ft.) Take wonderful photos and also have a short rest. Continue for another hour until reaching the archaeological site of Raqaypata (3600 m. / 11811.0 ft.). The luxury campsite is 15 minutes away, Rayanniyoc (3680 m. / 12073.5 ft.) to enjoy lunch. Enjoy your free time, join us in a yoga session.

Following this rewarding experience, return to our campsite and relish with a hot shower and a session of relaxing massages. Visit our dining tent for an organic gourmet dinner and rest with the magical silence of nature in your private luxury heated bedroom tent.

● Trek starting time: 09:30 am
● Arrival to campsite: 13:30 pm
● Minimum altitude: Pachar Town (2890 masl / 9481.6 ft.)
● Maximum altitude: Rayanniyoc campsite (3680 mas l/ 12073.5 ft).
● Distance covered: 4 km. / 2.5 m. (3 hours walking approx.)
● Difficulty: Easy.
● Meals included: Snacks, lunch, tea time and dinner.

Day 2RAYANNIYOC – SUN GATE - CHOQUETACARPO (B, L, D)

Sunrises, Andean agricultural techniques, images, extraordinary views

Being the first sunrise in our campsite, rise early for breakfast. Continue the walk for 4 hours to reach the top of the first pass and learn about the advanced agriculture techniques. Once we reach Puccaqasa Pass (4400 m. / 14435.7 ft) appreciate the view of the whole valley and astonishing views of the snowy Mountain range. Have lunch in our exclusive place in the Andes..

Later, continue for 2 hours more until Buena Negra Pass (4500 m. /14763.8 ft.). Be rewarded with terrific views of the Sacred Valley, small lakes and imposing peaks of Veronica or Waqay Willka. Time to cheer as it is the highest point of the trek!

Begin the 2.5 hours descent towards Inti Punku or Sun Gate (3900 m. / 12795.3 ft) with spectacular views of the lush flora and picturesque valley ahead. Reach our last luxury campsite,Choquetacarpo (3770 m. / 12368.8 ft.) Enjoy a well-deserved hot shower and soothing massages. Then, it is time for our delicate gourmet dinner and then indulge on your cozy bedroom tent for a soundly sleep.

● Wake-up time: 05:30 am
● Trek starting time: 07:00 am
● Arrival to campsite: 17:30 pm
● Minimum altitude: Rayanniyoc campsite (3680 masl / 12073.5 ft.)
● Maximum altitude: Buena Negra Pass (4500 masl/14763.8 ft.)
● Distance covered: 14 km. / 8.7 mi. (9.5 hours walking approx.)
● Difficulty: Challenging.
● Meals included: Breakfast, snacks, lunch, tea time and dinner.

Day 3CHOQUETACARPO – AGUAS CALIENTES (B, L, D)

Just a little more effort, descents, discover fortresses and continue towards the most anticipated

After breakfast, prepare for our last portion of the hike. In a 1 hour hike, have a unique view of the Sacred Valley and Ollantaytambo. Once we reach Cachicata quarry (3570 m. / 11712.6 ft.) a time travel starts as your guide explains the past of this haunting piece of Inca architecture.

Following this enlightening visit, continue descending for 3.5 hours and reach Ollantaytambo town (2792 m. / 9160.1 ft.) Say goodbye and thank the trekking crew for all of the outstanding quality service. Have a delectable lunch at a cozy restaurant. Board our Vistadome train and arrive at Aguas Calientes Town (2070 m. / 6791.3 ft) by 17:02 pm. Be escorted to the hotel of your selection.

Coordinate with your guide the pick-up time for the following day, delight with a well-deserved dinner (included with your accommodation) and have a restful sleep in a luxurious room.

● Wake-up time: 05:30 am
● Trek starting time: 07:00 am
● Arrival to Aguas Calientes: 17:02 pm
● Minimum altitude: Aguas Calientes Town (2070 masl / 6791.3 ft.)
● Maximum altitude: Cachicata quarry (3570 masl / 11712.6 ft.)
● Distance covered: 8.6 kms/5.3 mls (4.5 hours walking approx.)
● Difficulty: Moderate.
● Meals included: Breakfast, snacks, lunch and dinner (only included with your hotel accomodation on luxury and premium categories).

Day 4AGUAS CALIENTES- MACHU PICCHU – CUSCO (B, L)

And the day has come to enjoy and discover the magnificent and mystery of the Most incredible citadel in the Americas

Early in the morning, our guide will pick you up from your hotel to catch the bus to the citadel for a 30 mins ride and, if weather allows it, see the sunrise over this Lost City of the Incas.

Welcome to Machu Picchu (2430 m. / 7972.4 ft.), the true evidence of the Incas dexterity in engineering and architecture. It shows a magnificent citadel hidden on the mountains and the vast valleys. The well-informed guide will teach you about the magnificent theories and beauty of Machu Picchu.

To end your time at Machu Picchu, enjoy a delightful lunch at the Belmond Sanctuary Lodge Hotel. Later, take the bus departing back to Aguas Calientes and board your train. Upon arrival, our representative will collect you in our private vehicle and take you to your hotel in Cusco.

● Pick up time: 07:00 am
● Tour starting time: 08:00 am
● Arrival to Cusco: 21:56 pm
● Minimum altitude: Aguas Calientes Town (2070 masl / 6791.3 ft.)
● Maximum altitude: Machu Picchu citadel (2430 masl/ 7972.4 ft.)
● Difficulty: Easy.
● Meals included: Breakfast and lunch.

Let's make your holiday exceptional

Our Grades of Exclusivity

We offer 4 different grades of exclusivity in every Camping experience, each one includes the following features:

Categories:	LUXURY	PREMIUM	SELECT	COMFORT
Type of Camping	Luxury	Luxury	Luxury	Standard
Kind of Meal	Gourmet	Gourmet	Standard	Standard
Train Class	Hiram Bingham	Vistadome	Vistadome	Expedition
Camping Cot and air bed	60 cm. high	60 cm. high	10 cm. high	Cot not Included
3O Minutes Massages	Included	Included	Not Included	Not Included
1 Yoga Session	Included	Not Included	Not Included	Not Included
Private Service	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Luggage Allowance	10 KL	7KL	5kl	5kl
Lunch at Sanctuary Lodge Hotel	A la Carte	Buffet	Buffet	Not Included
Hotel Category (If Included)	5 Stars	4 Stars	3 Stars Sup.	3 Stars

Luxury Quarry Inca Trail – 4 Days