Huchuy Qosqo Trek to Machupicchu 3D/2N

DAY 1: CUSCO – TAMBOMACHAY – PUCAMARCA (L)(D)

In the morning, we will pick you up in our tourist transport from your hotel to head close to the archeological complex of Tambomachay located at 3700 meters above sea level.  From here, we start our hike until Huchuy Qosqo, in ascent until the first pass known as Siclla Q’asa located at approximately 4020 meters (or 13,186 feet).  After a rest we continue on the Inca Trail until a small community where we can see the beautiful green valley stretching out, with the Pisac village to the right.  We will cross a small bridge, continuing on our way to a second pass known as Q’ueullococha at 4185 m.a.s.l. (13,727 feet) where we have a panoramic view of the mountains of Verónica, Pitusiray and Chicón, later passing by a beautiful lake that holds ducks, an Andean duck species known as Huallatas, and small fish.  Continuing on our adventure, we will arrive to the highest point of this trek at 4230 meters (13,874 feet), where we can see the village of Chinchero below in the Sacred Valley.  Finally, we descend until the community of Pucamarca (4010 meters), the place where we set-up our first campsite and enjoy a delicious dinner under a starry sky.

DAY 2: PUCAMARCA – HUCHUY QOSQO – LAMAY – AGUAS CALIENTES (B)(L)

After a good breakfast, we head out of Pucamarca village, into the valley stretching out alongside conserved Incan steps that lead to the archeological complex of Huchuy Qosqo, strategically located in the Sacred Valley with its beautiful views.  This was the principal center of administration for places like Pisac, with buildings made of stone, common to Incan architecture.  Here we can also see ancient storage buildings that were an important agricultural center.  Finally, we descend until Lamay where we have our last lunch together, waiting for our transport which will take us until Ollantytambo, about an hour drive, passing through the Sacred Valley and villages of Lamay, Calca, Urubamba and those rural peoples who mostly are dedicated to agriculture.  We will take the train from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes (2000m), being introduced to respective hotels.  There are many touristic restaraunts, hot springs, and a large hand-craft market to enjoy in town.

DAY 3: AGUAS CALIENTES – MACHUPICCHU – CUSCO (B)

After breakfast provided in hotel we walk to the bus station and take about a 30 minute bus ride up to the entrance of Machu Picchu, located at 2400 meters above sea level.  Here will be opportunity to see the sunrise and take advantage of few other people present as you start your guided tour of the famous city, visiting the main plaza, Circular tower, Sacred Solar Clock, living quarters, Temple of the Three Windows and cemeteries.  Later there is free time to explore more of the ruins, take photos and then catch the bus back down to Aguas Calientes town, finally taking the return train to Cusco city with transfer to your hotel.

TOUR INCLUDES:

• Information and explanations in a briefing by your guide 1 or 2 days before the tour
• Private transport to the start of the Trek
• Entrance fee to Huchuy Qosqo
• Transport Lamay – Ollantaytambo
• Touristic Train from Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes
• Professional English / Spanish guide
• Assistant or second guide when there are groups over 8
• Chef and assistant chef
• Horse men and assistants, pack mules (to carry food, tents, and other camping equipment)
• Camping equipment (Tents, mattresses, kitchen and dining tents, etc)
• Meals as mentioned in the program + Snack
• Vegetarian meals & allergy related menu changes at no extra cost
• Entrance tickets for Inka Trail ( Huchuy Qosqo)
• Entrance tickets for Machupicchu.
• Bus tickets for Aguas Calientes / Machu Picchu / Aguas Calientes
• First Aid kit including emergency oxygen tank
• Tourist class train  Aguas Calientes/ Ollantaytambo or Poroy
• One night hotel in Aguas Calientes
• Transfer from Train stations /Hotel

TOUR DOES NOT INCLUDE:

• First breakfast and last dinner
• Sleeping bag (we can rent quality down sleeping bags)
• Entrance to Waynapicchu or Machupicchu Mountain  (book in advance if interested due to limited spaces)
• Walking Stick (we can rent if needed)
• 1st Day breakfast and Diner
• Last day lunch
• Extra horses (extras are available to carry up to 20 kilos)
• 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).

GROUP SERVICE PRICE:

Sale $ 495.00 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 Mountain: $20 per person
Vistadome Train (Round trip): $65 per person

01 extra night & day in Aguas calientes town – Machupicchu, please email us for pricing and itinerary.

HOTEL INCLUDED:

Marco Wasi (or similar)
This is a 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. 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 of 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$15.00
• Sleeping bag – US$15.00
• Bag Pack – US$15.00
• Extra horse USD70.00