INCA TRAIL PERU ITINERARY — Travel With Trekking Pals

Peru Trekking Itinerary (May 24th-June3rd 2024)

Have you always dreamt of trekking the Classic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu but never found a group of like-minded adventurers to do it with?

we got you covered!

Join us on an epic adventure to trek the classic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, Rainbow Mountain, Lake Humantay, and much more.

Day 1: Arrive in Cusco

We will pick up each traveler at the airport and transfer them to the hotel ( Encantada Casa Boutique Spa Hotel OR similar) Transfer times will be set prior to the trip.
Cusco is located at an elevation of 11,152 feet which is pretty high if you are traveling from sea level or a lower elevation. The first few days are essential to acclimatize to the change in elevation.
There will be free time to explore Cusco until the evening welcome dinner at a local restaurant (Dinner included).

Day 2: Full-day tour of Cusco

We will start our adventure in Cusco, a city in the Peruvian Andes. It was once the capital of the Inca Empire. It’s known for its archaeological remains and Spanish colonial architecture.
We will spend half of the day walking around the historic city center + half day exploring the 4 Incan ruins that surround the city (Sacsayhuaman, Tambomachay, Qenqo, & Puka Pukara) (breakfast and lunch included).

Day 3: Full-day visit to Humantay Lake

We will hike to get to one of the most beautiful lakes in Peru, Humantay Lake (breakfast and lunch included).
Return to Cusco in the early evening.

Day 4: Full-day Sacred Valley Tour

We will spend the day in Sacred Valley visiting Maras Salt Mines, Moray Inca site, and lunch in the local weaving community (Breakfast and lunch included)
Return to Cusco for dinner on your own and to spend the night.

Days 5-8: Hike the 4-Day Classic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu

Today is the start of the most exciting part of this journey “Hiking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu”. We will spend 4 days hiking on the ancient path of the Inca while contemplating numerous ruins, sleeping in tents, and getting a taste of life in the Andes. This is a difficult trek that will require a reasonable level of fitness and some training beforehand to make your time on the mountain more enjoyable.
4 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 3 Dinners included.

Day 9: Free day in Cusco

This is your day to relax and wander around Cusco on your own or with the group.

Day 10: Full-day visit to Rainbow Mountain and the Red Valley

Today we will take a day trip to visit Rainbow Mountain and Red Valley. It’s one of the most visited spots in Peru and rightfully so. You have the option to trek or take mules to help you make your way up this steep mountain (mule rentals not included).
(Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included).

Day 11: Last day in Cusco

PRICE: USD 2,400 ($350 to secure your spot)

Included in the price:

All transportation
Hotel accommodation at the 3-star Encantada Casa Boutique Spa Hotel (Or similar)
7 nights in Cusco
All entrance fees and trail permits
Private guide and vehicle service
Tent
Sleeping mats
Purified drinking water throughout the trek
Duffle Bag so you can leave your luggage at the hotel in Cusco
Porters to carry duffle bags on the trail (You will only need to carry a day pack)
Meals as listed
Sales tax

Not included in the price:

Airfare
Gratuity for the staff (guides and porters)
Meals not listed
Travel Insurance
Sleeping bag or walking stick rental ($30 per person for a sleeping bag, $12 per pair for trekking poles)
Alcoholic beverages (unless offered as part of a tour)
Please note that the itinerary might be subject to light changes that will be communicated to the group before the trip.
For any additional questions about this group trip or issues with payment, please send an email to wearetrekkingpals@gmail.com or call ‪(415) 364-8438.