Trip Itinerary

Day 1

Day 1: CUSCO – SOQMA – RAYAN

Highlight of the day: discover the beatiful waterfall and inca site .

Pick up at your Hotel in Cusco and traveling via private vehicle through the Sacred Valley (1 hr. & 40 min) reaching the picturesque village of Soqma (Alt. 3,205 m/ 10, 512 ft.), which is the trailhead to start our trekking. Here we will meet our tour leader and staff and begin our great adventure to Inca quarry to Machu picchu

We will begin with a gentle walk along the Valley (approx. 2 hr.) until you reach “Perolniyoc” waterfall, stopping to film or take photos, while you enjoying one of the most beautiful waterfalls within the Sacred Valley.

We will continue hiking for 35 min. reaching the archaeological site of “Perolniyoc”, perched atop of the mountain, after listening to our tour leader revealing the remnants of the Inca history. After lunch, we will hike down (45 min.) to camp for R & R(relax and rest) for our next day adventure.
Overnight camp in the village of Rayan (3,700 meters / 12.136 feet).

DETAILS

Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Distance: 8 km / 5 miles
Est. Walking Time: 4 to 5 hrs.
Lowest Altitude: 3,205 m / 10,512 ft.
Highest Altitude: 3,700 m / 12,136 ft.
Distance: 8 km / 5 mile
Level of difficulty: Moderate
Area: Mountainous

L,D Meals

CAMPING Accommodation

MODERATE Difficulty

8 km / 5 miles Walking Distance

3,700 m / 12,136 ft. Highest Elevation

3,205 m / 10,512 ft Campsite Elevation

Day 2

Day 2: RAYAN – INTI PUNKU – CHOQUETACARPU

Highlight of the day: BEATIFUL OF THE SACRED VALLEY OF THE INCAS .

After a very early nutritional breakfast, we will continue the hike/trek (3 hours approx.) reaching a place known as Puccaqasa (4.370 m / 14.333 ft). At the top of the pass, we can marvel at views of the Sacred Valley. This is a perfect place to take lots of pictures and videos.

Afterward, we will descend (Est. 25 minutes) to our lunch area. Next, we’ll hike (descending and ascending) for 2 hours. In the last 20 minutes of the hike, we will hike uphill to the highest level in an area called “Kuychicassa” (4,457 m/14,619 ft). We continue our descent for 3 hours to the Incan zone known as “Inti Punku” sun gate, where you’ll relish the spectacular view of “Mount Veronica” (at a height of 5,682 m) and looking downwards to the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Our camp will be located 30 minutes downhill from Inti Punku to Choquetacarpo (3,600 m/11.808 ft.).

DETAILS

Meals: Breakfast, lunch & dinner.
Hiking Distance: 13 km
Approx. Hike time: 8 to 9 hours
Lowest Altitude: 3.600 m/11.808 ft
Highest Altitude: 4,457 m/14,619 ft
Level of Difficulty: Moderate to Arduous
Area: Mountainous

B,L,D Meals

CAMPING Accommodation

CHALLENGE Difficulty

13 km Walking Distance

4,457 m/14,619 ft Highest Elevation

3.600 m/11.808 ft Campsite Elevation

Day 3

Day 3: CHOQUETACARPO – OLLANTAYTAMBO – AGUAS CALIENTES

Highlight of the day: STUNNING VIEW OF VERONICA GLACIER .

After our nourishing breakfast, we’ll trek down for about an hour to the “Quarry of Cachiqata” (at a height of 3,525 m), a place where Incan stone-cutters carved removed stones and polished them to build the Temple of the Sun in ollantaytambo( part of the sacred valley of incas ). Here, the trek leader will also explain the reason why construction was interrupted. From the “Cantera” (Quarry) we will ascend 3 hours reaching the archaeological site of Ollantaytambo (2,840 m).

Enjoy lunch in Ollantaytambo and you’ll have some time to sightsee around the city. In the afternoon, we’ll be in route to Aguas Calientes by train.

Upon arriving to Aguas Calientes, you’ll check at our designated Hotel. You can visit the popular natural hot springs (an excellent way to spend an afternoon) and finally enjoy a delicious dinner at night in one of the best restaurants in Machu Picchu

DETAILS

Meals: Breakfast, lunch & dinner.
Hiking Distance: 11 km/7 miles
Approx. Hiking time: 4 hours
Lowest Altitude: 2.840 m/9.315 ft.
Highest Altitude: 3,525 m/11,562 ft.
Level of Difficulty: Moderate

B,L,D Meals

HOTEL Accommodation

MODERATE Difficulty

11 km/7 miles Walking Distance

3,525 m/11,562 ft. Highest Elevation

2.840 m/9.315 ft. Campsite Elevation

Day 4

Day 4: AGUAS CALIENTES – MACHU PICCHU – CUSCO

Highlight of the day: ENYOY MACHU PICCHU INCA SITE .

After a scrumptious breakfast (5:30 a.m.), we will board the bus transporting us to the Majestic Lost City of the Incas, “Machu Picchu”. The trek leader will impart the history of this mystical place. We will have the opportunity to visit the “Temple of the Sun”, the “Royal Palace”, the “Main Temple”, the “Temple of the Three Windows” and the “Sun Dial”. Here, we promise an unforgettable experience. After your guided tour, you’ll have free time to do your own exploring.

If you have reserved your visit to “Huaynapicchu” (tickets limited to 400 per day – NOT INCLUDED), you’ll begin your hike at 7:00 – 10:00 a.m., please coordinate with the Tour Guide for your visit depending on Municipality’s programmed time.

There are many more activities that you can do. These activities are optional (not included with package) for example: The “Puerta del Sol” (2 hours hike up and down), where you will appreciate the Inca city from a different view point.

In the afternoon, we catch the train to reach the City of Ollantaytambo. Upon arrival to Ollantaytambo, we will have transportation waiting to drive you back to your hotel in Cusco.

DETAILS

Meals: Breakfast
Lowest Altitude: 2,040 m / 6.691 ft
Highest Altitude: 2,440 m / 8,052 ft

B Meals

CUSCO Accommodation

EASY Difficulty

JUST BY BUS Walking Distance

3400 MASL / 11154 FEETS Highest Elevation

2000 MASL / 6453 FEETS Campsite Elevation

Inclusions