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Cusco and the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu

from $ 1149 USD | 9 Days

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Visit Machu Picchu, Cusco, Sacred Valley, Inca Trail and Lima

Hike the ancient paths of the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu

Sleep out under the stars high in the Andes Mountains Inca Trail

Hike through cloud forests and over high mountain passes Inca Trail

Explore a wealth of Inca ruins with expert local guides Cusco

Take a walking tour around Cusco's colonial center

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Tour Highlights

Hike the ancient paths of the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu
Sleep out under the stars high in the Andes Mountains
Hike through cloud forests and over high mountain passes
Soak away your aches and pains in a natural hot-spring
Explore a wealth of Inca ruins with expert local guides
Take a walking tour around Cusco's colonial center

This Peru adventure tour combines a visit to Cusco with the classic Inca Trail hike to Machu Picchu. You’ll begin your adventure in Cusco, a city steeped in history with many fascinating colonial and Inca sites to explore. After a few days in Cusco you’ll travel to the Sacred Valley where you’ll embark on the classic Inca Trail hike to Machu Picchu. The Inca Trail is the most famous adventure travel experience in Peru, and with breathtaking scenery, its incredible history and the awe-inspiring Machu Picchu to explore, it’s not difficult to see why. The Cusco and the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu tour gives you a full four days out in the Andes, hiking over high mountain passes, through beautiful cloud forests and sleeping out under the stars. Explore Peru’s Inca heartland on the Cusco and the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu tour from CAT Travel - experts in Peru adventure travel and tours.

9 Day itinerary
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Day 1: Touch-down in Peru

Lima to Cusco

Upon arrival in Peru you'll be welcomed at Lima airport and assisted with your onward flight to Cusco. Once in Cusco you will be met and transferred to your hotel where you will have some time to relax and settle in. Our Premium Service includes an afternoon excursion to visit a curandero (traditional folk healer) for a coca leaf reading accompanied by a guide and translator. Show more

Day 2: Exploring the Inca Capital

Cusco City Tour

Your first morning in Peru can be spent at your leisure, enjoying breakfast before exploring Cusco or relaxing at your hotel. In the afternoon you will be met for your guided tour of Cusco and its archaeological sites. Your Cusco tour will begin with a visit to the impressive colonial cathedral, followed by a private guided walking tour of the Korikancha (Temple of the Sun). Show more

Day 3: The Sacred Valley of the Inca

Cusco to the Sacred Valley

Today your Peru tour guide will meet you at your hotel in Cusco for your visit to the verdant Urubamba Valley, otherwise known as the Sacred Valley of the Inca. You will make your first stop at the local market in the village of Pisac (T/Th/Su), before enjoying lunch at Posada Yucay (Traveler Service), or the Huayocari Hacienda (Premium Service). The Huayocari Hacienda is located in a private residence with an impressive collection of Inca and colonial Peruvian art and artifacts. Show more

Day 4: Hitting the Inca Trail

Inca Trail Hike Day One

After an early breakfast we will pick you up from your hotel for your journey to Piskacuchu (2700m/8856ft), a community located on the Cusco - Machu Picchu railroad where you will enter the Inca Trail to begin your hike. Upon arrival you'll start your hike by crossing the Urubamba River and continuing along its shores northwest through the Sacred Valley. Following the trail over some fairly flat terrain you will arrive in Miskay (2800m/9184ft) before acceding towards the impressive Inca city of Llactapata (2650m/8692ft). Show more

Day 5: Cloud forests and Andean peaks

Inca Trail Hike Day Two

Following an early rise and a campfire breakfast you will set out to tackle the most difficult section of the Inca Trail. The first part of the hike consists of a steep 9km ascent, during which the landscape changes from sierra to puna (a dry and arid habitat with little vegetation). As you approach the first mountain pass, the Abra Warmihuausca (4200m/13776ft), it is quite common to come across llamas and alpacas grazing on ichu, one of the few plants that grow in this high-altitude landscape. Show more

Day 6: Inca ruins and the Black Lagoon

Inca Trail Hike Day Three

After an early breakfast you will set out on the longest and most impressive day on the Inca Trail hike, coming across many archaeological sites and passing through spectacular cloud forests. From Pacaymayo you will climb to the Abra Runkurakay pass (3970m/13022ft) with spectacular views of the surrounding Andes, before descending towards Yanacocha (the Black Lagoon), entering the cloud forest and continuing on to Sayacmarca (3624m/11887ft) - one of the most complete and well-preserved archaeological complexes along the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. After spending some time exploring, you'll continue your trek to Winaywayna (2650m/8692ft), an impressive Inca complex made up of an agricultural center with terraces and religious and urban sectors, close to which your campsite is located. Show more

Day 7: Arrival at the Inca Citadel of Machu Picchu

Inca Trail Hike Day Four

On the last day of the Inca Trail you'll wake early to hike up to Intipunku (the Sun Gate). The hour's hike takes you along ancient Inca Trail paths of flat stone carved into the cliff face. You'll experience breathtaking views over Machu Picchu and the surrounding mountains. Show more

Day 8: Morning at Machu Picchu

Machu Picchu to Cusco

Today you can return to Machu Picchu and spend the morning exploring the ruins of the Inca citadel. Some may wish to take the optional hike to the summit of Wayna Picchu for amazing views of the site, while others may want to investigate Machu Picchu's multitude of hidden nooks and corners. After soaking up the unique atmosphere of this incredible monument to the Inca Empire you'll enjoy lunch at Cafe Inkaterra (Traveler Service) or at Machu Picchu Sanctuary Lodge (Premium Service) before catching the train back to Cusco. Show more

Day 9: Leaving Peru

Cusco to Lima and away

After a relaxed breakfast at your Cusco hotel and a morning spent at your leisure you will be transferred to the airport for your afternoon flight to Lima. Upon arrival you'll be met and assisted with connecting to your international flight home. (Meals - B)

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Included

- 05 nights at selected hotels
- 03 nights camping on the Inca Trail
- All necessary camping equipment (except sleeping bag)
- Group Inca Trail departures available daily April Dec
- All necessary camping equipment (except sleeping bag)
- Train Machu Picchu/Cusco:
***Traveler Service - Expedition Train
***Premium Service - Vistadome Train
- Traveler Service includes tours in smallest groups available
- Premium Service includes private guides and transportation
- All intermediate transfers and entrance fees
- All domestic ground transportation
- Total customer satisfaction
- Excellent dining selections upon request
- Expert advice from our Peru travel specialists

Not included

- Domestic flights (quoted separately)
*** Lima / Cusco / Lima
- International flights
- Airport taxes
- Meals in areas not stated
- 2nd entrance to Machu Picchu

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Day highlights

Day 1 Lima to Cusco

Flight to Cusco
Transfer to hotel and relax
Optional coca leaf reading

Day 2 Cusco City Tour

Half day walking tour of Cusco
Visit ancient Inca ruins
See colonial city highlights

Day 3 Cusco to the Sacred Valley

Full day in the Sacred Valley
Visit an Andean craft market
Tour archeological ruins

Day 4 Inca Trail Hike Day One

Transfer to the start of the Inca Trail
Hike through stunning countryside
Overnight at Wayllabamba camp

Day 5 Inca Trail Hike Day Two

Cross the highest mountain pass
Descend into the cloud forest
Overnight at Pacamayo camp

Day 6 Inca Trail Hike Day Three

Visit the ruins of Sayacmarca
Hike to the Winaywayna ruins
Overnight at Hiker's Lodge camp

Day 7 Inca Trail Hike Day Four

Approach Machu Picchu at sunrise
Expert guided tour of Machu Picchu
Overnight at your nearby hotel

Day 8 Machu Picchu to Cusco

Free morning in the Sacred Valley
Option to return to Machu Picchu
Scenic train journey back to Cusco

Day 9 Cusco to Lima and away

Free morning in Cusco
Transfer to airport and departure

Testimonials

“Just got back from Patagonia and wanted to say a massive thank you. Everything worked perfectly and it was great! “

Mathew Howe

United Kingdom

“Thanks so much for a well organized tour, which we enjoyed thoroughly. Well done to the whole team”

Hilde Jager, de

South Africa

	Comfort Hotels	Superior Hotels	Luxury Hotels
Premium SERVICE	$2599/per person	$2849/per person	$3599/per person
Traveler SERVICE	$1149/per person	$1449/per person	$2149/per person
Cusco	Inca Trail 4D/3N - Peru Planet- group - backpacker	Inca Trail 4D/3N - Peru Planet- group - backpacker	Inca Trail 4D/3N - Peru Planet- group - backpacker
Cusco	4D/3N Classic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu - Apumayo - private	4D/3N Classic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu - Apumayo - private	4D/3N Classic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu - Apumayo - private
Cusco	Hotel Arqueologo Exclusive Selection	Costa del Sol Picoaga Hotel	Inkaterra La Casona
Machu Picchu	Inti Inn Machu Picchu Hotel	Hatuchay Tower	Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel
Sacred Valley	La Casona de Yucay Hotel	Casa Andina Private Collection - Sacred Valley	Sol y Luna

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