The Ancient Inca Trail
Prepare yourself for an extraordinary adventure in the heart of the magnificent landscapes of the Peruvian Andes! With Cusco Adventure, set off to conquer the most spectacular sites in the region, between physical challenges and breathtaking panoramas. Start your journey by climbing the Mountain of 7 Colors (Vinicunca), a natural masterpiece where the hues of the rainbow unfold at an altitude of over 5,000 meters. Continue the adventure with the legendary Inca Trail, an ancient trail that will take you through cloud forests, hidden ruins and dizzying panoramas to the unforgettable Machu Picchu. Experience the intense emotion of arriving at Inti Punku, the Sun Gate, and seeing the sacred city light up at sunrise. Between physical challenges and natural wonders, experience an intense immersion in the heart of the Andes, perfect for souls in search of thrills and unforgettable landscapes.
Itinerary
Day 1: Vinicunca
Day trip to the 7-color mountain. Early departure to reach the parking lot and then walk for about 2 hours to the viewpoint. Return to Cusco around 5 p.m. Breakfast and lunch included.
Day 2: Km 82 → Ayapata
Distance: 14 km Elevation gain: +850 m Duration: 6-7 hours of walking. Bus transfer to the start: kilometer 82, official entrance to the Inca Trail. Walk through the Urubamba Valley with a first gradual climb. Passage through the archaeological site of Llactapata before reaching the Ayapata camp.
Jour 3 : Ayapata → Warmihuañusca → Pacaymayo
Distance: 16 km Elevation gain: +1,200 m / - 600 m Duration: 8-9 hours of walking A demanding day with the ascent of the Warmihuañusca pass (4,215 m), nicknamed the "dead woman's pass", the highest point of the trek. Descent towards the Pacaymayo valley to set up camp.
Day 4 : Hidden River → Runcuracay → Cloud Market
Distance: 15 km Elevation gain: +1,000 m / - 1,000 m Duration: 8-9 hours of walking Passing through several Inca sites, including Runcuracay and Sayacmarca. Climb to the second pass (3,950 m), then gradually descend through a cloud forest to the Phuyupatamarca camp, nicknamed "the city above the clouds".
Jour 5 : Cloud Market → Growth → Machu Picchu
Distance: 10 km Elevation gain: -1,200 m Duration: 5-6 hours of walking Descend by stairs to the site of Wiñayhuayna, the last major ruin before Machu Picchu. Arrival at the Sun Gate (Inti Punku) offering a first spectacular view of the Inca city. Visit Machu Picchu, then descend by bus to Aguas Calientes for a night at the Picchu hotel. Lunch break, then walk along the railway to Aguas Calientes (2,040 m). Last night before the final climb to Machu Picchu! Night at the hotel.
Day 6: Machu Picchu
The long-awaited visit to Machu Picchu! Then walk to Machu Picchu mountain or Wayna Picchu mountain (your choice). To finish return at the end of the day to Cusco. Night in Cusco
Region:
Cusco
Duration :
6 day(s)
Considerations:
- Machu Picchu and the Inca Trail are subject to availability. Prices are based on a minimum of two people.
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