FULL ADRENALINE IN PERU
Programs:
The Inca Trail to Machu Picchu
5 DAYS / 4 NIGHTS
This trek along well preserved stretches of the Inca road to Machu Picchu
takes you high over mountain passes and down through jungle covered Inca
ruins before reaching Machu Picchu, making this one of the world's most
beautiful treks.
- DAY 1: CUSCO - LLAQTAPATA
Transfer from Cusco to Chillca for the beginning of your trek at the
Km 88. Five hour walk to the Llaqtapata ruins, (3,200 meters above sea
level, 6.5 miles) with rest stops along the way. Exploration of the
ruins and overnight.
- DAY 2: LLAQTAPATA - LLULLUCHAPAMPA
Following the Kusicancha River, the trail leads to Wayllabamba, a quiet
village of Inca origin and the last main settlement on the Inca trail
route before Machu Picchu. After lunch, commence the ascent up the Warmiwañusca
pass to the campsite at Llulluchapampa at 3,200 meters above sea level
(11,800 ft.) 12.20 km. in 5 hours (6.5 miles).
- DAY 3: LLULLUCHAPAMPA-PUYUPATAMARCA
The longest day of trek: 15.2 km. in 8-9 hours (9.5 miles). Continue
up the Warmiwañusca pass to the valley of the Pacaymayo River
with its tropical vegetation. After crossing the Runkurakay pass (3,987
m. - 13,000 ft.), the jungle becomes visible on the slopes of the mountains.
The trail continues through high jungle with vines, exotic flowers,
an Inca tunnel and across a bridge above the lovely Puyupatamarca ruins.
The views of the Urubamba and the snow-capped peaks of the Veronica
and Salkantay, make these ruins one of the most beautiful places on
the trail.
- DAY 4: PUYUPATAMARCA - MACHU PICCHU
Descend to Wiñaywayna ruins (2,599 m.- 8,500 ft.), a small Inca
city which, like Machu Picchu, was abandoned for unknown reasons. Reach
Intipunku, the gate of the Sun in time for lunch and enjoy the fantastic
view of the lost city itself, Machu Picchu set in a grandiose landscape
that amazes all spectators. Walk down to the valley floor to camp in
Puente Ruinas. 8.96 km. in 5-hour walk (5.6 miles). Option to visit
Aguas Calientes and its hot springs.
- DAY 5: MACHU PICCHU - CUSCO
Visit the fantastic stone edification of Machu Picchu, probably the
most outstanding feat of engineering in all ancient America. Temples,
stairways, palaces and gabled stone dwellings are scattered everywhere,
testifying to the energy and ingenuity of the builders. Afternoon return
by train to Cusco and transfer to your hotel.
* Daily departures.
* Fixed departure programs also available with tour restrictions.
2 DAYS / 1 NIGHT
- DAY 1: CUSCO - MACHU PICCHU
Morning train from Cusco to the Km. 104 of the trek. Begin walking to
the Wiñayhuayna ruins, where you will stop for lunch, visiting
the Chachabamba ruins on the way. A two-hour walk will then lead through
a more temperate climate, with a more diverse flora and fauna, to the
first sighting of Machu Picchu, where you will arrive in the early evening.
Begin your descent to Puente Ruinas to camp. You have the option to
hire a bus to Aguas Calientes for a visit to the thermal baths (thermomedicinal
waters).
- DAY 2: MACHU PICCHU - CUSCO
Early buses to visit the citadel of Machu Picchu. After lunch, return
to Cusco. Transfer to hotel.
* Daily departures.
River Running
- Visitors will have the chance to run one of Peru's many rivers, including
the Urubamba River in Cusco. The Urubamba is a gentle river with few rapids,
and is highly recommended for river runners of all ages. We provide a
one or two-day trip along this river, from Huambutio or Pisac, to Ollantaytambo.
Other rivers, like the Apurimac are recommended for more experienced river
runners.
Mountain Bike
-
Departure by bus to the entrance of the town of Maras to begin the bike
circuit to Moray and observe the fantastic salt mines. From this point,
you will ride down hill to the main road for the return to Cusco. Picnic
lunch included.
* Minimum 2 passengers.
* Other circuits, like surrounding ruins of Cusco, also available upon
request.
