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Inca Trail Slow Version

Name: Inca Trail Slow Version
Brand: Bookatrekking
Price: 893.00 EUR
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.4 (1611 reviews)

Duration: 5 days

Trails: T2 trails

Distance: 0 - 10 km per day

Ascent per day: 500 - 1000 m ascent per day

Inca Trail

Peru

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+ One extra day, ideal for families and beginners
+ Machu Picchu tickets & guided tour
+ Arrive in Machu Picchu twice, once hiking to the Sun Gate
+ Return by expedition train (upgrade possible)
- Last day lunch not included

This extended version follows the 4-day Inca Trail route, but at a more leisurely pace, allowing greater exploration and appreciation of each ruin along the way. An excellent alternative for beginners, seniors, families with younger trekkers or anyone concerned about fitness and speed.

Explore many archaeological sites from the Inca civilisation that ruled the Sacred Valley for over 3 centuries. Visit Intipata (Terraces of the Sun) and Sayacmarca ruins, and cross Dead Woman's Pass. After a gratitude and tip ceremony for the porters and cooks, hike through the jungle to the Sun Gate. Enjoy the sunset over the ruins of Machu Picchu without the crowds. On the last day, get up early to see the sunrise over Machu Picchu - a unique moment! Then enjoy a 2 hour private guided tour of the citadel. After lunch you take the train from Aguas Calientes back to Ollantaytambo and a private bus to Cusco.

Vegetarian, vegan and gluten free meals can be arranged, just let us know when you book. Upgrades, rentals and optional treks available. Machu Picchu Montaña or Huayna Picchu treks must be requested before permits are sold out.

Itinerary

Day

Cusco – Ollantaytambo – KM 82 – Hatunchaca

Duration: 04:30 h

Distance: 12 km

Highest Point: 3300 m

We leave Cusco for your Machu Picchu Inca Trail tour by private transport at 5:00 am and head towards KM 82, the starting point of the Inca Trail. After this beautiful drive, your chef will prepare breakfast before you start your trek. We begin our trek along the left bank of the Urubamba River, following the trail through flat terrain to the community of Miskay (2800m). The first two hours of the trek are relatively easy as we make our way to our first Inca site and checkpoint, Patallacta. This is where the approach to Machu Picchu begins.

After arriving at Patallacta, we descend into the canyon to have lunch and enjoy the views of Patallacta. From Patallacta, we will continue at a leisurely pace, enjoying the scenery and stories from your guide. It's about a 2-hour hike to our campsite in the village of Hatunchaka (3,300m).

Hatunchaca

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Day

Hatunchaca – Dead Woman’s Pass – Pacaymayo

Duration: 08:00 h

Distance: 10 km

Highest Point: 4215 m

We wake up early to begin our ascent to Dead Woman's Pass. The views of the snow-capped mountains and the cloud forest are fantastic. This first stretch is the most challenging part of the trek. It consists of a steep ascent that stretches for nine kilometers, which will bring us to the first mountain pass on the Inca Trail, Abra Warmihuañusca (Dead Woman’s Pass). We will stop at Llulluchapampa to relax and to buy any last essentials. We may be able to see deer and falcons in this area. We will have the chance to spot domesticated llamas and alpacas, who graze on ichu (one of the few plants that grow at that altitude).

After the two-hour walk up to the pass, we can enjoy the beautiful views and a refreshing cup of coca tea. After we have made it to the pass, it’s downhill the rest of the day. After about two hours, we’ll stop for lunch and have a free afternoon in the Pacaymayo Valley.

Pacaymayo

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Pacaymayo – Runcu Raccay Pass - Sayacmaraca Ruins – Phuyupatamarca

Duration: 09:00 h

Distance: 13 km

Highest Point: 4000 m

After breakfast, we will continue our hike up the opposite side of the valley as we make our way towards the second pass on the trek. Along the way, we will see fantastic views of waterfalls, flora, and fauna. Halfway up, we will stop and visit the Inca site of Runcu Raccay (an Inca watchtower) and catch our breath before we continue our climb to the pass (4,000 meters). From the pass, we will once again begin our descent back into the cloud forest. After about an hour, we arrive at Sayacmarca, one of the most beautiful ruins on the Inca Trail, where we’ll have a one-hour guided tour. From Sayacmarca, we will continue to our lunch spot at Chaquicocha (dry lake). Here you will see some of the fantastic flora and fauna the Inca Trail has to offer.

From Chaquicocha onwards, we will walk along "Inca flat" (gradual inclines), as we make our way towards our final campsite, Phuyupatamarca (3,680 meters). This area of the Inca Trail has stunning views of the Vilcabamba mountain range, as well as abundant flora and fauna. After another two-hour walk, we’ll arrive at our campsite, where we’ll get our first view of Machu Picchu mountain and the Urubamba river. We’ll settle into our campsite and have the chance to explore the Inca site. As the sun goes down, we can enjoy the beautiful sunset over the snow-capped peaks.

Phuyupatamarca

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Phuyupatamarca – Wiñay Wayna – Sun Gate – Machu Picchu – Aguas Calientes

Duration: 05:30 h

Distance: 11 km

Highest Point: 3680 m

Today, we will have the chance to enjoy one of the most spectacular sunrises on the Inca Trail, weather permitting. After breakfast, you’ll have a guided tour of Phuyupatamarca. We will then start our way down the long descending stone steps to Wiñay Wayna (2,650m/8,692ft), where we will have lunch. As we near the bottom of the staircase, we will visit the site of Intipata (Terraces of the Sun). This site has beautiful views of the Sacred Valley and was an important agricultural site for Machu Picchu.

After Intipata, we will continue to Wiñay Wayna, the archaeological site that is the largest on the Inca Trail besides Machu Picchu. It consists of an impressive complex made up of an agricultural center with numerous terraces, a religious sector, and an urban sector. This site offers spectacular views over the already narrower Urubamba River valley. After our visit, we will have our last lunch with the porters. Following lunch, it is a tradition on the Inca Trail to have a thanking ceremony for all the hard work the porters and cooks have provided. If you wish, you may leave a tip for them at this time.

After we’ve said goodbye to our team, we will carry on to the Sun Gate (Inti Punku), where we will get our first views of Machu Picchu. It takes about an hour of hiking along a trail of flat stones in the highland jungle to reach the Sun Gate. From there, it is about another hour down to the site itself. Upon arrival, we’ll have a chance to enjoy the sunset and see views of Machu Picchu without crowds, before taking the bus to your hotel in Aguas Calientes.

Aguas Calientes

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Day

Machu Picchu – Aguas Calientes – Ollantaytambo – Cusco

Duration: 02:30 h

On the most important day of your trek, wake up very early to prepare for the highlight of your trek. After breakfast at the hotel, you will take the first buses up to Machu Picchu, arriving with the first to light up the sky.

You will explore the citadel and visit the main sites, palaces and temples. You will then have free time to explore on your own or climb either Huayna Picchu or the Machu Picchu mountain (request tickets before they are sold out). After Machu Picchu you must take the bus down to Aguas Calientes, the train back to Ollantaytambo and private transport back to Cusco. You will be dropped off at your hotel at around 7.30 pm.

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Included

Guides

A well-trained English-speaking guide is included in the price. The guides all grew up in the Cusco region and are committed to sharing their history and culture with visitors. The guides are friendly and professional and will make sure you don't miss anything.
Camping during the trek

During the trek, you will be staying on campsites. Your camp will be set up for you.
Satellite phones

Guides are equipped with satellite phones and can organise anything on the fly.
Taxes and fees

All tourist taxes and permit fees applicable are included in the listed price.
First aid

Your guide has received training in first aid from a physician. Mandatory training sessions are conducted every year. Your tour guide will always have a first-aid kit for basic medical problems (traveler’s diarrhea, cuts, scrapes, etc.) and oxygen. You will be escorted off the trail as quickly and comfortably as possible, if needed, and taken to a clinic for treatment.
Food and water

Food and water are included and will be provided as per the itinerary. Water is boiled, filtered, and then cooled before distributing. You must bring your water bottles and or camelback. We recommend carrying about 3L worth per day. You will be able to restock your water supplies at each meal.
Getting to and from

Getting to and from the start/end point of this trekking is included, as per the itinerary.
Duffel

You will receive your duffel bag that will stay with your porters while you hike. This bag should not exceed 7kg/14 lbs and does need to include your sleeping bag and air mattress.
Porters

A personal porter will carry most of your belongings using a duffel bag. There is no additional fee for this. You will have access to your duffel bag in the mornings and evenings.
Trekking Briefing

The night before your trek, you will come to the local office for a briefing. The entire itinerary will be explained and the final logistics for the Inca Trail Trek will be taken care of.
Permits

Permits for both your Inca Trail Trek trek and for the entry to Machu Picchu are included and will be taken care of.

Excluded

Accommodation in Cusco including breakfast

Before and after the trek you have to take care of your own accommodation.
Rentals

Every trekker needs a sleeping bag when camping. Inflatable air mattresses and walking sticks (with rubber tips) are optional but encouraged. If you don’t want to bring any of the above, they are all available for rent: Sleeping Bag: USD 25, Inflatable Air Mattress: USD 20, Trekking Poles (Pair): USD 20.
Huayna Picchu

Huayna Picchu is the mountain that stands next to Machu Picchu. It is a 45-minute hike to the top. Going back down is quite steep if you are scared of heights. You would do this after your tour of Machu Picchu. The cost is USD 75. Arrangements need to be made at least one month in advance due to popularity. Please understand that the weather is out of our control.
Travel Insurance Including Repatriation

Your international travel insurance is your own responsibility. It is important that your travel insurance also covers adventures at a high altitude. Discuss your itinerary with the insurance company before you travel to Peru.
Tipping

Tips for guides, cook and porters are not included. You decide what you want to tip, but be generous.

FAQ

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Inca Trail Slow Version

Itinerary

Cusco – Ollantaytambo – KM 82 – Hatunchaca

Hatunchaca

Hatunchaca – Dead Woman’s Pass – Pacaymayo

Pacaymayo

Pacaymayo – Runcu Raccay Pass - Sayacmaraca Ruins – Phuyupatamarca

Phuyupatamarca

Phuyupatamarca – Wiñay Wayna – Sun Gate – Machu Picchu – Aguas Calientes

Aguas Calientes

Machu Picchu – Aguas Calientes – Ollantaytambo – Cusco

Included

Guides

Camping during the trek

Satellite phones

Taxes and fees

First aid

Food and water

Getting to and from

Duffel

Porters

Trekking Briefing

Permits

Excluded

Accommodation in Cusco including breakfast

Rentals

Huayna Picchu

Travel Insurance Including Repatriation

Tipping

FAQ

When is the Best Season to do the Inca Trail Trek?

Is the Inca Trail Something For Me? - Difficulty

How Do I Get a Permit for the Inca Trail?

What if the dates I want are not available?

If I book now, can I immediately arrange the rest of my trip?

How do I know if this trek is right for me?

How to Book

Booking

Availability

Cancellation policy

Reviews

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