Trek Vilcabamba Vitcos a Machupicchu 5D/4N

DAY 1: CUSCO –ABRA DE MALAGA-HUANCACALLE-PILLAUPATA (L) (D)

We will pick you up from your hotel very early in the morning to start our trip in transport through the Sacred Valley including Ollantaytambo where we will stop for some last-minute buys or breakfast if you like, and then climb the pass of Malaga Mountain (4300 meters in altitude).  Later we head back downhill to the edge of the jungle and location called Chaullay where we take the paved route to the left along the Vilcabamba River to Huanca Calle where we will have lunch and then a guided tour of the archeological circuit of Vitcos Rosaspata and Nustahispana (or White Rock).  We then start our trek on foot for about 2 hours on the Inca Trail, part of Qapac Ñan, until arrival to Pillaupata where we will spend our first night.

DAY 2: PILLAUPATA-PASO ASUTINA- RACACHACA –HATUN PAMPA (B) (L) (D)

After a hearty breakfast prepared by our professional cooks, we start hiking to the Asutina Pass located at 3915 meters.  Along the route we will see a large variety of Flora and Fauna and much geography, like the snow covered mountain of Pillau Q’asa (3860 m) until we arrive to our second campsite at Hatumpampa.

DAY 3- HATUN PAMPA PASO YANACOCHA- MUTUYPATA (B) (L) (D)

After breakfast, we continue on our trek ascending for about 2 ½ hours to Yanacocha Pass (3320 m), then on to the second pass known as Tullutakana (3340 m) where we can enjoy the beautiful passages of the Andeans, finally arriving to the third pass known as Mujan- where we will have panoramic views of the mountains and lakes.  We continue going downhill afterwards to Lacococha, and continue on for about 2 ½ hours to the campsite of Mutuypata.

DAY 4: MUTUYPATA-YANATILE-HIDROELECTRICA- AGUAS CALIENTES (B) (L)

We continue on our trek on an easier route with a warmer climate along the jungle edge.  We can observe the locals of the area and their production of coffee and cocoa, as well as different fruit trees including passion fruit.  We will have lunch in the community of Yanatile, prepared by our chefs, and then take our transport to Santa Teresa and later to Hidroelectrica where we will continue on foot to Aguas Calientes town.  We can see the Incan terraces and constructions some of which are important in conserving Machu Picchu as they are located at the folds of the mountain.  Upon arrival to Aguas Calientes, we check-in to respective hotels.  There is option to visit the hot springs on the edge of town.

DAY 5: AGUAS CALIENTES-MACHUPICCHU-CUSCO (B)

After breakfast provided in-hotel, we walk together to the bus station to catch a bus uphill to the entrance of Machu Picchu citadel (about 30 minute bus ride).  Located at 2400 meters, we will be able to see the sunrise over Machu Picchu before our guided tour of the famous citadel.  We will pass through points of interest including the Plaza Principal, Circular Tower, solar Sun Dial, living quarters, Temple of the Three Windows and cemeteries.  There will be free time to do more exploring and take more photos before catching a bus back downhill to Aguas Calientes and then a return by train and bus to Cusco city.

Note:  There is option to climb Waynapicchu Mountain if booked in advance due to limited spaces.

PROGRAM INCLUDES:

• Complete information previous to the tour
• Tourist transport to start of the trek (Cusco – Huanca Calle)
• Professional English / Spanish guide
• Assistant or second guide when there are groups over 8
• Meals according to the program
• Vegetarian (or allergy requests) food at no extra charge
• Chef & Assistant chef
• Horsemen, assistants and pack-mules (to pack food, kitchen supplies, tents, etc)
• Camping Equipment (tents, mattresses, kitchen & dining tents)
• Transport Yanatile / Santa Teresa / Hidroelectrica
• 1 night hotel in Aguas Calientes
• Entrance Ticket to Machu Picchu
• Bus Tickets Aguas Calientes / Machu Picchu / Aguas Calientes
• First Aid Kit including emergency oxygen tank
• Return Tourist Class train ticket Aguas Calientes/ Ollantaytambo or Poroy
• Final Transfer to Cusco hotel

PROGRAM DOES NOT INCLUDE:

• 1st Day Breakfast
• Last day lunch & dinner
• Sleeping bag (quality down sleeping bags can be rented)
• Extra horses (can be reserved in advance to carry up to 20 kilos)
• Entrance to Waynapicchu or Machupicchu Mountain (can be booked in advance)
• Walking Stick (we can rent if needed)
• Entrance tickets to hot springs, tips

What You Should Bring!

• Original Passport (for check-in to the points)
• Day backpack
• Plastic bag to cover backpack
• Sleeping bag (we can rent)
• Clothing for both cold and warm weather
• Warm clothing and rainproof
• Waterproof and warm jackets and/or rain poncho
• Hiking shoes or boots
• Hiking pants
• Shirts
• Mosquito repellant or insect repellent
• Walking stick (we can rent)
• Sunhat,
• Sun block,
• Disinfectant hand gel
• Towel + toilet paper
• Water bottle and sterilizing water tablets
• Personal medication
• Camera with extra batteries
• Plastic bag to cover camera
• Flashlight or head-lamp
• Small personal snacks (chocolate bars, candies, granola bars, dried fruits and nuts)
• Extra spending money in Soles (for Hot Springs, drinks, tips, etc).

FOR GROUP SERVICE  ( Minimun 5 People):

Sale $ 860.00 USD

PRIVATE SERVICE:

STUDENT DISCOUNT:

$20 off per person

Discounts:

1. Students: Those who have the ISIC card valid, in the event that you book under a student rate with this benefit, you will need to bring the original card (not a copy) to show it at the control points throughout the route.

ADDITIONAL ITEMS:

As you see in our Additional Items under Trip Overview, there are several optional upgrades you can include in this trip. Below is a quick list of prices, but check our Overview section for more details.

Upgrades

Huaynapicchu: $20 per person
Vistadome Train (One Way): $40 per person

HOTEL INCLUDED:

Marco Wasi (or similar)

This is a clean hotel and is based on sharing a room – either double, matrimonial or triple. There is a single room surcharge if you are booking alone of $30 US per person. Rooms all include private bathrooms with hot showers and wifi. We can also upgrade your hotel if you prefer something a little fancier. Please remember that the service you receive in Aguas Calientes will not be quite as good as Cusco. Below is a list of possible upgrade options, but we can work with most hotels in Aguas Calientes.

Casa Andina: $40 US pp shared ($110 for a single)
Casa del Sol: $60 US pp shared ($150 for a single)
Tierra Viva: +$60 US pp shared (+$150 for a single)
El Mapi: +$70 US pp shared (+$170 for a single)

HOW TO BOOK

It’s always a good idea to contact us directly and confirm with our team before your booking. Once you are ready, please fill in our Booking Form and pay the Deposit according your Invoice. Our office will email you back that day with your confirmation. We always send out confirmations, so if you don’t hear from us, check your spam or contact our offie and we will resend.

Rentals

• Hiking poles pare – US$25.00
• Bag Pack – US$40.00
• Sleeping Bag – US$40.00
• Extra Horse USD170.00