Duration:
Price:
Maximum Altitude
2,430 m.s.n.m
Difficulty
Difficult
Group Size
02 and 08 people
Type of Service
Group
Discover the best Inca Trail to Machu Picchu! Be one of the first people to walk this mysterious and recently discovered Inca trek where you will be able to walk just like the Inca did. You will walk among the clouds and witness one of the wonders of the world: the majestic Machupicchu. Be amazed by the intense and iconic peak. Contemplate the beautiful masonry art which has been passed down for generations, learn about the rich history of the “lost Inca civilization” and walk among lush flora and fauna. The mysterious trek “Inca Oculto” will take you through and immerse you in the beautiful and misty Polylepis forest. After an active day you will be able to relax in one of the best hotels of the area.
Day 1: Hiking.
After picking up guests from their hotels at 6:00 am with our private van, we will start our journey towards the Malaga mountain pass (4,314 m/14,236 ft.) where our hike will start. Abra Malaga- Panticalle.
Hiking 08 hours approximately distance (14 km – 08.6 miles)
Day 2: Stunning.
After waking up at 5:30 am we will have breakfast at 6 am and includes a very tasty local coffee. We will then go to hike to hot spring.
Hiking 10 hours approximately distance (14km – 8.5 miles).
Day 3: Llactapata.
Coffee tour in the area and a nice hike to the top from there we will enjoy one of the most spectacular views of Machupicchu. Hike Lucmabamba, Llactapata, Hidroelectrica and Aguas Calientes.
Hiking 10 hours approximately distance (20 km – 13 miles).
HIGHLIGTS:
- The best local professional tour guides.
- The best hikes, campsites and tours in the world.
- Discover the incas land along the way to Machupicchu.
- Explore the best tourist destination, Machu Picchu
- Travel with the best local agency travel. Tour operator
Incluided
✓ PERMITS AND TICKETS FOR THE INCA TRAIL.
We will secure all necessary permits once we receive your complete information and reservation deposit. Permits are subject to availability and are issued for a specific date and under your name. They cannot be changed under any circumstances. Changes in password number are only permitted for renewal reasons. In that case, you must provide both your old and new passport.
✓ PRE- DEPARTURE BRIEFING.
We offer a tourist orientation to our visitors before doing the excursion to Machupiccchu. The briefing starts at 6:00 p.m. We understand you may be nervous or have any questions about the excursion. This is the opportunity to meet with your tour guide and travel companions.
✓ EXPERIENCED TOUR GUIDES.
We have local professional tour guides who know a lot about their history and customs. They know the Inca trails very well and speak fluent English. You will feel safe your hands.
✓ TRANSPORTATION.
Transportation is included in your tour package. from pick up from your hotel Until the conclusion of your tour in Cusco.
First day: You´ll be picked up from your hotel in the morning and travel in our transportation to Abra de Malagra the starting point of the trek
Fourth day: Bus ticket up and down
Fourth day: Transport from Ollantaytambo train station to your hotel in Cusco. Train Ticket from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo.PeruRail (Expedition Service)
✓ MULETEER.
Our muleteer Team will carry all camping equipment and supplies needs for the trek. Additionally, we’ll include the personal service of a porter responsible for carrying your duffle bag and personal items
✓ CAMPING IQUIMENT.
Dining tents, tables, chairs and cooking equipment, portable toilet and sleeping tents.
✓ DUFFLE BAG. For the trek, you will receive a duffle bag to pack your personal belongings up to maximum weight 7 kg or 15.4lb this weight includes your sleeping bag
✓ MEDICAL KIT:
All our tours guides have received training in first aid and rescue and high mountains rescue. In the event that a tourist requires medical attention during the trek, our staff will be able to assist you. We have a first aid kit. In an extreme case of a medical emergency, you will be evacuated to the nearest medical center.
✓ FOOD:
We try to offer natural and organic food. we buy the whole ingredient from farm farmers; They work all their products naturally and without chemicals. We have professional chefs from Inca Trail.
Note: Our clients when booking the tour. You must notify us if they have allergies or food restrictions to ensure that the food is prepared properly.
✓ WATER:
We offer water. First it is boiled, cooled and filtered. to fill water bottles or Camelback (the chef will provide clean water after each meal)
Note: we recommended to bring two liters’ bottles or camel’s bags because plastic bottles are prohibited.
✓ SUPPORT STAFF:
All travel agencies need a support staff that includes: chef, chef assistant, horse owner and porters. We offer work for both men and women with living wages.
Our staff are the humble people of the mountains who like to share their culture and history.
No Included
× Lunch on the last day
× Travel insurance: Highly recommended for all hikers.
× Additional tickets Machupicchu mountain and Huaynapicchu mountain $ 70
× Tips for the crew, guide, cook and porters
× VISTADOME Train – $67 USD per person extra. (Return only)
× Personal tent- $30 USD – (Please request when you book your trek)
× Additional night in Aguas Calientes – from 70 USD per person (depending on availability)
Huayna Picchu Mountain: $75 USD – This needs to be booked in advance and please let us know at the time of booking (it books out very quickly).
Picchu Mountain is an optional trek within Machu Picchu Citadel which do not include a guide. The climb is usually done on your own after your tour of Machu Picchu Citadel. If you would like the extra hike to be guided, please request in advance. There is an extra cost for this extra guided tour.
RENTALS:
- Sleeping bag: $20 to rent
- Inflatable air mattress: $15 to rent
- Trekking poles (pair): $20 to rent
- Hiking Backpack: $20 to rent
MORE IMPORTANT:
Original valid passport (a copy will not be accepted).
Immigration Card (given on the plane as you enter Peru)
Valid student card (if booked as a student).
PERSONAL BELONGINGS:
- Trekking boots.
- Trekking backpack 20 or 25 liters.
- Water bottle or camel bag of 02 liters.
- Hat and sunglasses
- Rain clothes
- Sun cream, insect repellent
- Hand sanitizer
- Toilet paper
- Personal medication
- Camera, extra batteries
- chocolates, sweets, energy bars or dried fruits.
- 3 shirts (absorbent shirts are the best)
- 2 pants / hiking pants
- 3 sets of underwear.
- 4 sets of socks
- 1 warm jacket for colder nights
- Wet wipes
- Toothbrush and paste
- Facial moisturizer
- Power bank / battery charger
- 2 plastic bags to separate wet or muddy clothes.
Extra money to buy extra drinks or snacks has to be in Peruvian soles.
- We recommend our hikers to arrive in Cusco 2 or 3 days before their trek. This will allow you to acclimatize to the height so as not to have problems in the walk.
- In Cusco we have only one main airport, most flights arrive from Lima to Cusco, which is the most recommended and easiest for our tourists.
- The trip from Lima to Cusco by bus is quite long approximately 22 hours and it is not recommended that you travel directly to Cusco. If you want to do it, we recommend that you do it by sections Lima – Nazca – Arequipa – Puno and Cusco.
- In Cusco we have many hotels located throughout the city of Cusco. If you need help booking a hotel or would like some recommendations on where to stay, do not hesitate to contact us.
- Arriving in Cusco you have extra days before or after your walk. We are happy to help you organize some more important tours as there are tourists who want to spend more days in the imperial city of the Incas.
- We offer free pick up and transfer from the airport to your hotel in Cusco. We do this in order that you don’t have to worry about anything. Let us know in advance the airline company, the schedule and flight number that arrives in Cusco.
- Near the weather, Cusco is located at 3,350 m or 11,050 ft. which makes the weather very difficult to predict. In Cusco, we have two seasons; the rainy season, which runs from November to March, and the dry season, from April to October. We recommend the dry season that is from April to October. But for some tourists the stations don’t matter and they plan their tour according to the time they have and it is possible to organize some tours according to the weather.
- At near altitude sickness or soroche, Cusco is located at 3,350 m or 11,050 ft. Therefore, the air is short, dry and difficult to breathe for which it is recommended to arrive in Cusco 2 or 3 days in advance of the tour.
WE RECOMMENDED TO OUR VISITORS:
- Drink enough water.
- Mate coca.
- Deep breathing exercises.
- Soft walks.
- Diamox or acetazolamide (you can find these medications at any pharmacy in Cusco, check with your doctor to make sure you are not allergic to any medications).
DISCOUNTS:
- 18 to 25 years old: $30 USD. Information required from the student card: name of university, student name, photo of student, expiration date, etc. A copy of the card is required at booking to obtain government approval for the discount.
- Under 18 years old: $30 USD. Please send us a copy of your passport at the time of booking.
- Under 11 years old: $40 USD. Please send us a copy of your passport at the time of booking.
Itinerary
Early morning, our private transport will collect you from your Cusco hotel to start our “Secret Camino Inca” adventure to Machu Picchu. We will have breakfast in Ollantaytambo and then we will go up the high up pass called Abra Malaga (4,200 m /or 13,860 ft.) with its Polyepis forests and one of the most important peaks of the region, the Veronica (H’uacaq Huillca). After which our walk will continue with the assistance of llamas carrying our stuff, just as during Inca times. During this 6/7 hour walk we will experience a rich biodiversity whilst walking among rare birds, Andean bears, orchids and much more. You will also have the opportunity to walk
through Inca villages, where the direct descendants of the Incas live, and witness centuries-old traditions. At the end of this perfect Inca walk, a private bus will take us to our home for the night in Huyro. In the evening we will stop at 2 impressive archaeological centers, visit a local tea and coffee plantation, go on a short walk (optional) and check out a fascinating and secret waterfall. We will spend a relaxing night at the charming Cocha Pata lodge, where the chef will prepare a delicious dinner made with fresh local produce.
DETAILS:
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
- Min Altitude: 2,800 m/9,240 ft.
- Max Altitude: 4,300 m/14,190 ft.
- Distance biking: 12 km/7.5 miles.
- Base camp attitude: 1,200 m /3,960 ft.
- Climate: dry – cold –humid.
After breakfast we will explore another recently discovered Inca trail. private bus for about 40 minutes until the end of the road where we will start a pleasant walk through a tempered rainforest (jungle or “seja de selva”), rich in vegetation and forest life, original Inca paths, important mountains, and the sacred mountain called Salkantay (6,227 m /or 21,869.1 ft.), during which we will meet Andean people still living like the old days.
Continuing the walk, we will see beautiful Inca buildings such as the impressive “Inca Carcel” archaeological center, which was used to worship the Apus (sacred mountains) which surround the place. Following on our walk along the mysterious Inca trail we will find Inca terraces called “Pumachaca”, where people used to cultivate forest produce such as cotton, coffee, tropical fruits and coca leaves. Later on, we will walk along the Vilcanota river until reaching a railway and then we will relax in the thermal-medicinal hot springs of Colcamayo. Finally, our private bus will take us to our hotels in the village of Santa Teresa.
DETAILS:
- Meals: breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
- Min Altitude: 1,200 m/3,960 ft.
- Max Altitude: 2,000 m/6,600 ft.
- Distance biking: 16 km /10 miles.
- Base camp attitude: 1,500 m/4,950 ft.
- Climate: warm –humid
After a delicious breakfast made with local produce, we will ride our private bus until the village of Lucamabamba, a very warm place, where we will start our walk through a beautiful Inca trail full of flora, until reaching the will ride our archaeological and religious center “Llacta Pata”. Here there is an impressive panoramic view point where we will be able to observe the world wonder Macchu Picchu. We will then continue to hike hydroelectric, to Aguas Calientes. where we will spend the night in a hotel.
DETAILS:
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, dinner.
- Min Altitude: 2,000 m/6,600 ft.
- Max Altitude: 2,800 m /9,240ft.
- Distance Traveled: 20 km /13 miles
- Walking Time: 10 hours approximately
- Base camp attitude: 2,000 m/6,600 ft.
- Climate: warm – humid
In the morning we will go to the Consettur bus station where we will board a bus to Machupicchu (2,400m/7,920 ft.). After ticket control and the classic photo, our 2/3-hour guided visit will start, during which the guide will explain the Inca’s history and we will also take a look at another peak called Huaynapicchu (2,700 m/8,910ft) –this mountain is very popular so to Climb it you need to book in advance. After the visit our bus will take us to the village of Aguas Calientes. In the evening, a train will take us to Ollantaytambo from where will then reach Cusco by private transport, End of the tour
DETAILS:
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, dinner.
- Min Altitude: 2,000 m/6,600 ft.
- Machupicchu: 2,400 m/8,000ft.
- Distance Traveled: 10 km /6.25 miles.
- bus Time: 30 minutes approximately.
- Climate: humid
Faq's
Wear layered clothing for both warm days and cold nights. Essential items include hiking boots, a waterproof jacket, thermal wear, sun protection, and a hat. The terrain can be rugged, so durable gear is important.
This trek is recommended for travelers in good physical shape due to steep trails and high altitudes. It may not be suitable for children or those who are not used to hiking in mountainous areas.
Yes, a certified guide is included and will provide historical context, support during the trek, and ensure the group’s safety throughout the journey.
Absolutely. The trail includes remote landscapes, archaeological remains, and panoramic views perfect for photography enthusiasts.
In the Andes, sudden weather changes are common. The guide is prepared to adjust the itinerary if necessary to guarantee safety, but the tour continues with proper equipment.
Transportation to and from the trail is private, organized exclusively for participants in the trekking group.
Yes, bringing some cash in local currency is advisable for buying snacks or souvenirs from local communities you may pass through.9