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Embark on a Thrilling 4-Day Inca Trail Trek to Machu Picchu with Savitar Tours
Unveil the Secrets of Ancient Pathways and Cultural Wonders
Introduction: Embark on a transformative journey that spans centuries of history and unveils the mystique of the Inca civilization. Savitar Tours invites you to join our exhilarating 4-day Inca Trail Trek, a trekking adventure that leads you through breathtaking Andean landscapes, ancient ruins, and culminates in the awe-inspiring beauty of Machu Picchu.
Highlights:
🏞️ Day 1: Trail Beginnings and Andean Landscapes. Your journey commences with a scenic drive to the trailhead, setting the stage for an unforgettable expedition. Traverse picturesque valleys, captivating cloud forests, and immerse yourself in the lush beauty of the Andean highlands. Begin your ascent with anticipation as you venture into the heart of the ancient Inca pathways.⛰️ Day 2: Conquer Abra Warmiwañusca (Dead Woman's Pass) . Challenge your limits as you conquer the high point of the trek, the renowned Dead Woman's Pass. Standing amidst rugged peaks, you'll witness panoramic vistas that capture the essence of the Andes. Feel the exhilaration of accomplishment as you stand at this lofty vantage point.
🏛️ Day 3: Explore Ancient Ruins and Cultural Insights. Traverse an authentic stone pathway, encountering remarkable archaeological sites such as Runkurakay and Sayacmarca. Delve into the history of the Inca civilization and marvel at the ingenuity behind these ancient structures. Engage with local communities and gain insights into their traditions, preserving their cultural heritage.
🌄 Day 4: Arrival at Majestic Machu Picchu. The pinnacle of your adventure arrives as you ascend to Inti Punku, the Sun Gate. Witness the sunrise over the iconic Machu Picchu, a moment that will forever stay etched in your memory. Explore the intricate architecture of this UNESCO World Heritage Site, soaking in its spiritual ambiance.
Why Choose Our Inca Trail Trek:
👣 Small Group Experience: Travel in intimate groups led by experienced guides, allowing for personalized attention and meaningful interactions.
🌍 Cultural Immersion: Engage with local communities along the trail, gaining insights into their traditional way of life and preserving their cultural heritage.
♻️ Responsible Tourism: We are committed to sustainable and responsible tourism, ensuring the preservation of the environment and the well-being of local communities.
📸 Unforgettable Memories: Each step of the trek is an opportunity to create lasting memories, connect with nature, and explore the history of the Inca civilization.
Book Your Adventure: Unlock the secrets of the Andes and immerse yourself in the wonders of Machu Picchu with Savitar Tours. This 4-day Inca Trail Trek is a journey of discovery, adventure, and cultural enrichment.
itinerarY, prices & Inclusions
Day 1: Arrive Lima
Welcome to Lima. Upon arrival you will be assisted at the Lima airport and then transferred to your hotel. You will have free time to rest. Accommodation at selected hotel in Lima.
Meals included: None.
Day 2: Lima
Lima City Tour: Historical Center and Santo Domingo Convent (Half-day tour)
You will visit the modern and colonial parts of Lima, known as The City of Kings, starting at the districts of Miraflores and San Isidro, passing by a pre-Inca sacred place, before heading to the Historic Center. There, you will explore some of the most historically important streets of the city, leading to the Plaza de Armas, where you will have some time to take pictures of the amazing colonial architecture that surrounds it. Then you will visit the impressive Convent of Santo Domingo, an astonishing building with colonial style. After exploring the Historical Center, you will head towards modern Miraflores to make a stop at the Parque del Amor, from where you can take beautiful photographs of the Lima bay area.
Accommodation at selected hotel in Lima.
Meals included: Breakfast.
Day 3: Lima - Cuzco
Welcome to Cuzco. Upon arrival you will be assisted at the Cuzco airport and then transferred to your hotel.
HALF DAY CITY TOUR, VISIT TO SAN PEDRO MARKET AND RUINS (SHARED BASIS).
1pm: Cusco City Tour: San Blas neighborhood, Korikancha Temple, Cathedral, Sacsayhuamán, Kenko. You will explore the city of Cusco, also known as the Imperial City and declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. You will walk its streets where time seems to have stopped, where every corner tells a story. You will visit the Koricancha Temple, an ancient Inca palace and center of worship to the Sun God, on which the Dominican order built a church, which remains standing to this day. You will continue ascending to the Sacsayhuaman Fortress, an impressive example of Inca military architecture. Afterwards, you will visit other places of importance within the Inca culture, such as the archaeological site of Q'enko. Finally, you will arrive at the Plaza de Armas (main square), where you will visit the Cathedral, the most important Catholic temple in the city.
Accommodation at selected hotel in Cusco.
Meals included: Breakfast.
Day 4: Cuzco - Sacred Valley - Cuzco
Essence of the Sacred Valley (Full-day tour). You will tour the Sacred Valley of the Incas, discovering its fascinating culture, surrounded by majestic mountains. You will visit a small and picturesque Andean town, where you will explore an important Inca archaeological site and learn about the local history. Afterwards, you will pause at a local restaurant for a delicious lunch. Then, you will continue to Ollantaytambo, one of the most representative architectural complexes of the Inca Empire and site of one of the Spanish Conquistadors' rare strategic defeats. Famous for its terraced fields, Ollantaytambo was a very effective fortress, that also served as a temple.
Accommodation at selected hotel in the Cusco.
Meals included: Breakfast and Lunch.
Day 5: Cuzco - Inca Trail (04 Days – 03 Nights Inca trail) - HUAYLLABAMBA
Departures: Wednesdays, Thursday, and Sunday.
Early morning bus drive to the head of our trail at Km 82 from where we continue along the Urubamba River to the first archaeological site "Llaqtapata". Here we enjoy lunch in a beautiful setting. After a rest we continue into the side valley starting to gain altitude until we get to the last village Huayllabamba where we camp for today.
Accommodation in camp
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 6: Inca trail: HUAYLLABAMBA – PACAYMAYO
After a healthy breakfast we start climbing up to the first pass "Warmiwañusca" (4200 Mt/ 14'200 Ft). The climb will take us most of the morning. From here we descend for about 2 hours into the valley to our next camp "Pacaymayo".
Accommodation in camp
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 7: Inca trail: PACAYMAYO – WIÑAYWAYNA
Today is going to be the most diverse day. We start in the morning with the ascent of the second pass "Runcuracay" (3900 Mt/ 13'800 Ft) and descend on the other side for about 2 hours to the beautiful archaeological site "Sayacmarca". After having explored this unique place we continue on the original stone path of the Incas through semi-tropical cloud forest onto the third pass "Phuyupatamarca" (3800 Mt/ 13'600 Ft). With good weather we have spectacular views of the surrounding snow peaks and the valley below. From here it is all downhill to our camp at "Wiñaywayna" (one of the most beautiful sites in the area for its construction and setting).
Accommodation in camp
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 8: Inca trail: WIÑAYWAYNA – MACHU PICCHU - CUZCO
Early after a tasty breakfast we hike another 2 hours through cloud forest to the famous sun gate "Intipunku" from where we have the first breathtaking view and best panorama of the mysterious "Machupicchu". A short walk brings us down to the site. After refreshing a little we will visit "the lost city of the Incas" in a guided tour for app. 2 hrs. After that we descend by bus to the village Aguas Calientes. After lunch we take the train back to Ollantaytambo and transfer by bus to Cuzco.
Accommodation at selected hotel in Cuzco.
Meals included: Breakfast
Day 8: Depart Cuzco
At the scheduled time, you will be transferred to the Lima airport to board your flight.
Meals included: Breakfast.
Prices based on minimum of two person traveling:
Based on Shared service in a group using different category of hotels
Category Double Single Occ
2 Star $2,069 $2,239
3 Star $2,179 $2,379
4 Star $2,209 $2,519
5 Star $2,249 $2,639
Airfare Lima - Cuzco - Lima is extra approx. $310 per person
Note: Not valid during black out dates - Inti Raymi Festival, Christmas & New Year’s Eve. Holidays. Airfare is extra.
Hotels used:
City 2 Star 3 Star 4 Star 5 Star
Lima El Tambo 2 Radisson Red La Hacienda Hotel Dazzler Miraflores
Cuzco San Francisco Plaza Los Portales Cuzco Xima Exclusive Cuzco Hilton Garden Inn Cuzco
INCLUSIONS
Welcome kit and detailed itinerary upon arrival.
Transfers: airport/hotel/airport (The first transfer at arrival is private)
2 nights accomodation in Lima, 3 nights accommodation in Cusco and 3 nights camping
Daily breakfast at the hotels
Lima City Tour with entrance to Santo Domingo Convent.
Cuzco City Tour with entrances to Korikancha Temple, Cathedral, Sacsayhuamán, Kenko
Sacred Valley Tour with entrances with lunch (doesn`t include drinks)
Inca trail trekking includes all meals. The return is on Expedition train. Extra supplement available on request for train upgrades.
EXCLUSIONS
• Personal expenses, International & internal airfare, Visa fees
• Customary gratitude to your guide and driver.
