2 Days
2 Destinations
12 GUESTS (MAX)
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Learn moreThe appeal of Huchuy Qosqo (little Cusco) is the combination of stunning Inca ruins, rural villages, magnificent snow-capped mountains, exotic vegetation and an extraordinary ecological variety. The trail goes off the beaten track, over the high passes of the Andes and through the Sacred Valley of the Incas with unforgettable views of incredible landscapes. Ending at one of the wonders of the world: Machu Picchu!
It is a uniquely designed adventure trekking package. You will walk along the Andes Mountains, passing through Andean communities, interacting with locals, exploring incredible isolated Inca villages. On day 2 you can visit and take a 2-hour guided tour of the magnificent citadel of Machu Picchu.
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 start the tour with your pick up from your hotel at 6am, starting to drive from your hotel, to the small town of Tauca (3,750m/12,303ft) where you will have breakfast (not included), after finishing breakfast we will start our walk on flat terrain and the landscape will be that of the typical Andean valleys, rich in corn, potatoes, barley, quinoa and other Andean tubers. As you ascend towards the pass at (4,050m/13,287ft), the landscape begins to change dramatically to the classic savannah or puna of the High Andes, with sparse vegetation, mainly «ichu» or high altitude grass. The views of the peaks of the Vilcabamba mountain range are spectacular; snow-capped peaks of Veronica, Pitusiray, Chicon and San Juan. Shortly after the pass, you will begin your descent towards the plains of Huchuy Qosqo along a path that leads to the Cauca ravine, where you can observe archaeological remains and wild crops, such as tarwi, and a large number of cacti.
You will walk downhill towards the León Punku ravine, where you will find remains of an Inca bridge and road. This canyon features geological formations surrounded by majestic rocks and boulders that direct the river towards Huchuy Qosqo (3,650 m / 11,975 ft). Upon reaching our destination, our guide will tell us the history of this archaeological center. Huchuy Qosqo (Little Cuzco) is a remarkable Inca complex. It features very fine stonework in a large Kallanka (rectangular room), some important ceremonial sectors and interesting rustic two-story houses in stone and adobe. Huchuy Qosqo is located on a plateau, surrounded by Inca agricultural terraces and offers magnificent views of the Vilcabamba mountain range. At the end of our tour of Huchuy Qosqo we will descend to the town of Lamay (2,900 m / 9,514 ft), where we will take our transport that will be waiting for us and then head to the town of Ollantaytambo, where we will continue by train to the town of Aguas Calientes. Upon arrival in the town of Aguas Calientes we will spend the night in a hotel (not included).
If you want to reserve the hotel, let us know when making your reservation.
WeThis 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
As a Direct Tour Operator, we provide you with a duffel bag at your briefing and we WILL include an additional porter, who will carry up to 7 kgs / 14 lbs, including your 2.5kg sleeping bag, mat and extra clothing.
We highly recommend having a small 30-40L trekking backpack for the day. in which you can carry the following things
Water: Please bring your own water on the first day until the first camp for lunch, then we will provide cold boiled water at each meal. Please bring your water bottle.
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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