A memorable trek to the iconic Machu Picchu in Peru, stopping en route to acclimatise in luxury accommodation. Choose to trek on foot or (for experienced riders) on horseback. Sights include Lake Humantay, the Salkantay and Llactapata Passes and, of course, Machu Picchu itself.
MACHU PICCHU - TREK IN STYLE
HIGHLIGHTS
- Cosy lodges providing mouth-watering cuisine and comfortable beds after a long day's trek.
- Relaxing well used muscles in the jacuzzi at Colpa Lodge and Salkantay Lodge surrounded by magical scenery.
- Walking through cloud forest en route to Colpa Lodge.
- Walking along the Santa Teresa river passing rural settlements along the way.
- A scenic train ride to Aguas Calientes.
- Exploring the ancient citadel of Machu Picchu early in the morning.
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Arrive
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Day 1 Arrive Cusco
Upon arrival at Cusco airport you will be met by a driver and transferred to your hotel located in the heart of the historic centre. This afternoon enjoy an orientation tour of the city and some acclimatisation time.
Overnight: Central hotel
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Day 2 Camino Royal Trek
Depart at 7am for the drive to the starting point for the first hike along the Camino Royal (Royal Path). The first hike is a moderate one of approximately six hours, to help you acclimatise. Wonderful views to Salkantay Mountain (the second most sacred in Inca mythology). Arrive late afternoon for tea and biscuits and time to shower and change for a briefing with your guide before supper. The next two nights will be spent at Salkantay Lodge on full board.
Overnight: Mountain lodge
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Day 3 Glacial Lake Humantay
Acclimatisation trek of approximately four hours to the shores of the glacial Lake Humantay. Return to the lodge for lunch and relaxtion including a soak in the outdoor Jacuzzi. Pre-dinner briefing for the day ahead.
Overnight: Mountain lodge
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Day 4 Salkantay Pass
Full day's hike taking approximately six to eight hours with challenging conditions. Here you will ascend Salkantay Pass at 4,638m (15,213 ft). Descend down the valley to the welcoming sight of the Wayra Lodge and a wholesome gourmet dinner. Full board at Wayra Lodge.
Overnight: Wayra Lodge
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Day 5 Cloud Forest
Easy to moderate hike (compared to the previous day), taking three to four hours descending to the cloud forest. Afternoon arrival at Colpa Lodge where you can relax and enjoy the views from the outside Jacuzzi and follow the orchid trail. Full Board.
Overnight: Colpa Lodge
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Day 6 Santa Teresa River Valley
The trail back to civilisation following the Santa Teresa river valley through lush vegetation and rural settlements. Five to six hours of moderate to challenging hikes due to the distance rather than the terrain and altitude. Overnight at Lucma Lodge on full board.
Overnight: Lucma Lodge
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Day 7 Aguas Calientes
Final day of the trek ascending to the Llactapata Pass where there will be the first distant views of Machu Picchu from the south east. Final descent to the Aobamba River, through coffee plantations and orchids to the train station for the scenic ride into the town of Aguas Calientes at the base of Machu Picchu. Tonight will be spent in a hotel in the centre of Aguas Calientes.
Overnight: A hotel in the centre of Aguas Calientes
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Day 8 Exploring Machu Picchu
An early start today bears rich rewards so that you can be amongst the first visitors of the day to the mystic citadel of Machu Picchu for a two hour guided tour. Afterwards you will be able to explore the ruins at leisure until you catch the late afternoon train back to Cusco, and return your hotel in the historic centre.
Overnight: Central hotel
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Day 9 Depart
This morning you will transfer back to the airport for your return journey.
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Depart
GUIDELINE PRICES - Per Person
| Low | $ 5,144 |
| Mid | $ 5,967 |
| High | $ 8,083 |
BOOKING NOTES
- Per person based on two people sharing a room
- This itinerary can be done on foot or, for experienced riders, on horseback. Whether on horseback or on foot, guests will be accommodated in comfort in lodges on the trail route.
INCLUSIONS
- All accommodation as detailed in the itinerary.
- Daily breakfast.
- Private transfers throughout.
- All sightseeing, entrance fees and guide services as detailed in the itinerary.
- Internal flights where detailed in the itinerary.
EXTRAS
- International flights.
- Meals not indicated in the itinerary.
- Items of a personal nature such as laundry, drinks, gratuities (discretionary).
- Entrance fees and excursions not specifically mentioned as included.
- Travel insurance or visa fees.
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