3 Days
3 Destinations
12 GUESTS (MAX)
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Learn moreThe attraction of Huchuy Qosqo trek is the combination of the impressive Inca ruins, isolated rural indigenous villages, magnificent snow-capped mountains, exotic vegetation of different types and varieties. The trail goes “off the beaten track”, over high Andean passages, through the Sacred Valley of the Incas with its unforgettable panoramic views, and visits “The Green House of the Incas”, MORAY and the salt mines… which absolutely no one else does. It ends at one of the 7 wonders of the world: Machu Picchu.
The archaeological site of Huchuy Qosqo is believed to have been built during the reign of the eighth Inca ruler, Viracocha. The Inca rulers acquired large royal estates to increase their power and wealth and that of their descendants who inherited the estates. The royal estates served also as elegant rural palaces and sometimes fortresses to defend themselves from rivals for power. Thus, the name Huchuy Qosqo, “Little Cusco,” referred to a royal estate or government center modeled on the Inca capital.
Comfortable camping with private chef and portable toilet. Modern vehicles with private driver.
Some steep inclines at high altitudes, that can be regarded as strenuous. With sufficient pre-trail training, its easily achievable.
Hiking, trekking, and camping.
Small group experience; Max 12, Avg 5..
Hiking, trekking, and camping.
Small group experience; Max 12, Avg 5..
We will begin the Huchuy Qosqo to Machu Picchu trek with a pick up from your hotel at 6am and then we will head in our private transport to the village of Patabamba (3,800m/12,467ft), 1 hour away from Cusco city. Once we arrive, we will get ready by putting on sunscreen as protection is paramount and then we will begin a gentle uphill walk for the next 3 hours to reach the highest point of the trek (4,200m/13,779ft). From there, we have fantastic views of the surrounding snow-capped mountains and valleys. We descend towards the village of Pucamarca and spend some time at the Inca ruins. From there we follow the original Inca trail to the Inca city of Huchuy Qosqo. We will have time to explore the town and then we will head to our accommodation in a homestay in the village of Pucamarca. Here, our guide will introduce you to the local family who will show you their room for the night with all the amazing views of the surroundings and the Inca city. In the late afternoon, you will enjoy your tea and then have dinner with the local family. In the evening, you will have the chance to enjoy the sky full of bright stars and see the Inca constellations that our guide will show you.
After a delicious breakfast in the morning, we will have a guided tour of the Inca village of Huchuy Qosqo, in which you will discover Inca rural houses, sacred temples, agricultural terraces, warehouses, water channels. After having had time to explore everything, we head downhill to the village of Lamay for approximately 2 hours. Our private van will be waiting for us to take us to the village of Urubamba, where we will have lunch.
Then, we will head to the archaeological site of MORAY, also known as «The Greenhouses of the Incas», which is a unique and fascinating site, built by the Incas. There we will appreciate different levels of terraces that are carved into a huge bowl, part of which was excavated by the Incas. The terraces have varied microclimates, depending on how deep the bowl is located, they were previously used by the Incas to discover the optimal growing conditions for their crops. After having time to enjoy and explore the site, we continue driving towards the colonial town of Maras «the pre-Incan salt mine (Salineras)». Thousands of salt flats have been used for salt extraction since before Incan times. A hot spring at the top of the valley discharges a small stream of water heavily laden with salt, which is diverted into the salt flats and evaporated to produce a salt now used for human and animal consumption. The set of salt flats carved around the area is quite beautiful.
Then, we continue our journey to Ollantaytambo, where we will explore the impressive village of Ollantaytambo where we will see the mix of colonial and Incan architecture. In the afternoon, we will take the train to Aguas Calientes, where we will spend the night in a hotel (optional).
This day will be the most exciting of our trip as we will visit the most important archaeological site in South America. First, we will start this great day with a delicious breakfast. At 5:00 am at your hotel we will then take the first bus to the Machu Picchu Sanctuary. The first bus leaves at 5:30 am. The trip lasts 25 minutes. Our first objective is to be the first to enjoy the great sunrise at Machu Picchu (weather permitting), to feel the energies and magic that the Inca citadel holds. Next, we will take a tour of the most important areas of this sanctuary, viewpoints, temples, residences, stairways, patios, sacred temples, etc. all the archaeological sites where our expert guide will delight you with his explanations, history, meanings and theories for a period of 2 hours. After the tour, you will have free time to take pictures. Optionally, you can enjoy any of the following activities on your own (not included in the tour price)
After our guided tour we will take the bus to return to the town of Aguas Calientes, where you can enjoy lunch on your own and at 2:55, 3:20 or 4:22 pm, we will take our Expedition train back to Ollantaytambo, and then return to the city of Cusco in our private transportation which will take you to your hotel.
You can rent or make changes with us, please request it in the briefing or at the time of making your reservation.
Inside your backpack
We highly recommend having a small 30-40L trekking backpack for the day. in which you can carry the following things
Please read the information provided carefully as it will help answer all your questions about our services.
If you wish, we can pick you up from the airport to give you a warm welcome to the city of Cusco and transfer you to your hotel, so you must inform us of your flight details at least 14 days before your trip. On the day of your arrival, please look for our representative who will be holding a sign with the META Peru logo at the airport (coordinate when making your reservation).
The information talk will take place the night before the trek at 6:00 pm at our office or at your hotel.
FIRST, to book your INCA TRAIL tour to Machu Picchu, we need you to fill out our reservation form by clicking BOOK NOW on our home page as well as to the right side of the tour of your choice or click here on the INQUIRE NOW link to contact us so we can give you the best options during your stay in PERU.
Please note that we cannot purchase your Machu Picchu tickets without the following information:
Remember: that during the period of 2025 the tickets to the Inca citadel (MACHUPICCHU) are in high demand so we recommend you make the reservation in advance to guarantee an unforgettable quality experience.
***Copies of the passport of each participant are required in order to reserve the tickets for the visit to the Inca citadel (MACHUPÍCCHU)!
SECOND, we require a deposit of $250.00 USD per person, in order to purchase the entrance tickets to the archaeological park of MACHUPICCHU. You can make your deposit by clicking on the symbols VISA, PAYPAL or the payment method that is enabled when you click on BOOK NOW that is located on the right side of the chosen tour or you can also send us a message to our email to contact you, this link will be found in INQUIRE NOW.
We would appreciate it if you pay in cash at our office (we accept US dollars or Peruvian soles) during your briefing 2 or 4 days before your trip. We have many ATMs in downtown Cusco. You can also pay with VISA or PAYPAL online, but you will have to pay a 5.5% service charge, charged by VISA and PAYPAL. To pay your balance via PAYPAL, you must log in to your PAYPAL account using our email address of metaperutravel@gmail.com.
We recommend you pay in cash at our offices to avoid this charge.
At META PERU your care and experience is the most important thing.
¡Yes! You must bring your original passport and it is very important that it has the same passport number that you sent us to book your permit for the Machu Picchu Tour or package. Your passport will be checked when you enter Machu Picchu and when you board the train. In case you are renewing your passport, please send us a copy of your old passport to secure your permission and be able to change it when you get your new passport. If so, please send us a copy of your new passport as soon as possible.
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In the event that you are unable to finish the trek due to health reasons, our team will take you to the nearest town for assistance with transportation. We always carry oxygen on our treks for any respiratory issues. In extreme cases, we can arrange for a helicopter at your expense. (Travel insurance required, recommended). There are no refunds in the unlikely situation that you are unable to finish the trek.
Generally, those who need help getting off the trail are taken to Ollantaytambo and if they recover quickly they continue the journey to Aguas Calientes (cost incurred by the trekker) and visit Machu Picchu according to the original plan.
Unfortunately, the answer is No. Once the permits have been purchased, the Peruvian government does not allow any changes, so we cannot change any dates after the permit has been purchased. The permits are also non-transferable and non-refundable. If you cancel your Inca Trail to Machu Picchu 4 days, the deposit is not refundable at all.
Of course! Round-trip transfer to your hotel is included in all our packages! If you have booked your hotel in the Sacred Valley, we will drop you off there and vice versa.
If you are satisfied with the services provided, a tip is appreciated by our staff, although it is not mandatory. While it may not be a custom, it is of great importance to the people who will take care of you during the trek. It inspires excellent service and is an ingrained feature of the tourism industry in many META Peru destinations. Of course, you are free to tip as much as you like, depending on your perception of the quality and length of your trip. Remember, tipping is not mandatory and should only be given when you receive excellent service.
Yes, we are a local, sustainable and responsible tour operator that incorporates universal principles of tourism: protecting the environment and benefiting local communities by respecting their culture and religion. With this in mind, we have trained all our local staff to know, respect and understand local places and people in relation to the environment.
You can rent from us, please request it in the briefing or at the time of making your reservation.
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