The Inca Trail offers the traveller a wonderful combination of scenery including magnificent mountains, fauna and flora, subtropical vegetation and the amazing Inca ruins. Over 220 species of orchid have been found in the Machupicchu Historic Sanctuary, as well as many species of birds, animals and reptiles. In order to undertake this trail you need to have a reasonable level of fitness – age does not matter! The most important factor is acclimatising to the altitude. The maximum height above sea level along the trail is 4,200m, so we suggest that you spend at least 2 days in Cusco before attempting to walk the trail. During this time you can explore the wonderful city of Cusco, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Early morning rise. Our guide will pick you up from your hotel and we drive to the start of the trail (approx. 2 hours) taking you through the Sacred Valley to Ollantaytambo where we stop to take a break. We continue onwards to Km82 - the start of the trail. Here we enjoy the view of Veronica Snow Mountain (5,720m). We then commence walking for about 3 hours, whereafter we take lunch close to Llactapata Ruins and then continue our trek through lush farmland and woodlands to our first camp at Wayllabamba. (Lunch, Dinner)

After breakfast, we begin to walk the toughest part of the trail. After 3 hours walking we reach the highest point in the Inca Trail, Warmiwañusca, or more commonly known as Dead Woman’s Pass (4,200m), where you have a beautiful panoramic view of the area. After lunch we continue down to Pacaymayo where we set up camp and have a nutritious dinner. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Today we ascend towards the second most important pass on the trail which lies at 4,000m. We reach the Inca Ruins of Runkurakay and the Inca citadel of Sayacmarca. We continue trekking towards Puya Patamarka (Cloud-level town), another important archaeological monument, where lunch will be served. After a short break we continue walking to Wiñay Huayna (Forever Young), a beautiful Inca construction. We camp near to the ruins and have well deserved nutritious dinner. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

A very early start after breakfast in order that we can arrive in time for sunrise at Machupicchu. We walk for about an hour through the forest before arriving at the Inti Punku (the Sun Gate), where we will have our first inspiring view of Machupicchu. We admire the view before setting off for the short walk into the ruins. There will be a 2 hour fully guided tour around the ruins, visiting the main sites and monuments. After the tour you will have free time to wander around and explore by yourself. In the afternoon we take the train back to Cusco, where you will be transferred back to your hotel. (Breakfast)

If you want you can arrange for an extra night in Aguas Calientes. Please let us know whether you would like this option at the time of booking your tour.

Train times are subject to time tables & availability at Peru Rail – they are the only train company on the line!

• Hotel transfer by PRIVATE bus to start of Inca Trail

• Professional English speaking Guide (two guides for groups over 8 persons)

• Pre-Briefing at your hotel/our office

• Duffles to put your luggage into including plastic bag to keep your gear dry during rainy season

• Meals: 3 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 3 Dinners (we provide generous amounts of nutritious meals and beverages and have vegetarian options available)

• Entrance fee onto Inca Trail and into Machupicchu Sanctuary

• Bus from Machupicchu to Aguas Calientes

• Spacious tents

• Sleeping mats

• Dining tent, kitchen tent, latrine tent

• Tables and chairs for the group

• Emergency Oxygen bottle and first aid kit

• Porters to carry the group equipment (food, tents, tables, etc.)

• Tourist train ticket back to Cusco/Ollaytatambo. If Ollaytatambo there will be a transfer bus waiting for you to take you back to Cusco.

What Is Not Included

• Sleeping Bag

• Breakfast on the first day

• Lunch on the last day in Aguas Calientes

• Gratuities – In Peru it is customary to tip your Porters, Cook and Trail Guide at the end of the trek, although this is entirely at your discretion.

• Personal Insurance.

• Personal Porters to carry luggage

• Thermal baths in Aguas Calientes (10 Soles)

We are committed to ensuring that our Porters are paid the minimum wage that is stipulated by the Law! We therefore do not compromise on our Standard of Service.

We are committed to Responsible Tourism!

We are committed to offering safe, secure and fun adventures for our passengers!

We need you to send us the following in order to secure Inca Trail Permits with the Institute of National Culture (INC) :

1) Full Passport Details of ALL Travellers, i.e. Full Names / Passport No / Nationality / Date of Birth. This is a requirement of the INC and without these details no reservation can be made. If you think you will be changing your Passport prior to the trek, please notify us, as it is imperative that you are carrying the same passport details that you provide us with on the trek! If for any reason you organize a new passport after we have purchased your permits onto the Inca Trail, you must bring your old passport with you. If this is not possible, then you can carry 2 very clear copies of your old passport and your new passport. If not the control will refuse you entrance.

2) Personal Porters? At the same time of making your reservation we need to know if you will be requiring Personal Porters to carry your luggage? It is essential to know as we also require permits for our porters! We cannot add on porters after we have obtained your permits.

3) Students? If you are a Student with a valid ISIC Card, then you are entitled to GBP10 discount off of your Entrance Fee!! At the time of making your Reservation we need to submit a copy of your card so please scan it in and email us a copy. We cannot claim discount for you without this!! Note that you need to carry your ISIC Card with you on the Inca Trail, otherwise you will have to pay the full fare!

2) Inca Trail Permits are non-transferable and non-refundable.

3) There is NO cancellation list!

4) Please ensure that you supply us with the correct Passport Information for each Traveller! You need to travel with the same passport as per the information you give us, otherwise you will incur problems at the Check Points on the Inca Trail and we cannot be held liable for this.

5) If you become ill on the Trail and are unable to continue assistance will be provided to escort you back to Cusco. We carry a full Medical Aid Kit and Oxygen - any assistance required further than this is at the expense of the passenger. We are happy to assist you with documentation required for Travel Insurance purposes in the case of genuine illness. There are no refunds on original payment if illness is incurred whilst on the Trail.

6) We are not liable for inconveniences such as strikes, landslides and other natural disasters. We will, of course, do our very best to accommodate our passengers in these circumstances.

7) You are wholly responsible for your personal property and hired equipment.

8) Cancellation of a Tour within 48 hours of departure date will incur a loss of 90% of the total tour cost