INCA TRAIL SHORT 2 DAYS

DAY 1: CUSCO - KM104 - AGUAS CALIENTES

Our trek today takes us along the most impressive stretch of the Inca Trail. We'll visit beautiful Inca sites , see a variety of flora and fauna and get to take in the fantastic panoramas of the Andes mountains. Covering 10km of the trail our journey begins in the Sacred Valley and works it's way up along an original Inca Trail to the Inca site of Winay Wayna before continuing on to Machu Picchu via the Sun Gate (Inti Punku). As we make our way to Machu Picchu we'll pass through the lush and verdant cloud forest that covers the mountain and get to see a variety of plants, flowers and birds along the way. We may also see some larger mammals such as Viscachas (rabbit-like Chinchillas) and Spectacled Bears (if we are very lucky). After a full days trekking we'll arrive to the Sun Gate (Inti Punku) in the late afternoon and get our first views of Machu Picchu spread out on the mountain below. The light at this time of day is great for photos and with fewer tourists in the site it's a perfect time to take some pictures of the site. After we've passed through the Sun Gate we'll carry on along the trail a little way before taking a side trail that leads us to Aguas Calientes in the valley below where we'll check in to our hotel.

DAY 2: MACHU PICCHU - CUSCO

Waking up early we'll take the first bus back up to Machu Picchu to enter the site as it opens. We'll have a 2 hour guided tour of the site during which you'll learn about the Incas and visit all the most important areas of the citadel. After your tour you'll have free time to explore the site by yourself and if you have permits to climb either Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu mountain. In the afternoon you will take the train back to Ollantaytambo from where you will carry on by bus back to Cusco.

INCLUDED:

Pre-departure briefing at your Hotel or Office.
Pick up from your Hotel at 04:00 am
Private transport to Ollantaytambo Train Station (2 Hrs)
Expedition train or Inca rail to Km 104 (starting point of the hike)
Entrance fees for the trail and the Machupicchu sanctuary
Permits and fees for the 2 Day Inca Trail park
Walk with an excellent English speaking guide.
Guided visit of Chachabamba, Wiñaywayna and Choquesuysuy
Guided Tour of Machupicchu on the second Day
1 Box Lunch, 1 Dinner, 1 Breakfast. 1 snack and soda drink for the 1st Day
Acommodation at Hotel Encanto.
2 bus tickets (Machupicchu-Aguas Calientes -Machupicchu)
Expedition train-Ollanta and transport to Cusco
Free and safe Storage in Cusco in our office while you are hiking.
Walk the Sun`s gate Intipunku or to Inca Bridge after your tour.(Optional)

NOT INCLUDED:

Bus down from Machupicchu to Aguas Calientes on 2nd Day US$ 10 (or a Down hill walk for 45 minutes to Aguas Calientes)
Lunch,Dinner on the 2nd Day, Drinks, snacks or water.
Hot spring pools 10 soles. (Optional)
Entrance fee for Huayna Picchu $60.00 (Optional).

What to bring for this tour

Original passport and Student card (ISIC) green card
Insurance card is essential
Hiking water proof boots (with ankle protectors )
Waterproof jacket or rain poncho
Sleeping bag
Warm jack
Hat and gloves
T-shirts
Comfortable trousers
Rain pants
Sun hat, Bathing suit (for hot springs in santa teresa and Aguas Calientes)
Sun protection cream ( factor 35 recommended ) sun is strong
Insect Repellent 40 % deet ( for mosquitos )
Water bottle
Water purification tablets (Micropur recommended)
Toilet paper
Personal medication
Camera and films
Torch with spare batteries (flashlight)
Extra contribution suggested money for tipping porters, cook and guide. and for any emergency (300 soles)
Walking poles ( black diamont or leki brand)
Optional items to take
Short pants
Walking poles (with rubber tips) they can also be hired from us.$15 usd the all trip.
Sleeping bags $20 usd the all trip.
Plaster and bandage.