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Itinerary

Sacred Valley – Machu Picchu tour- Itinerary

DAY 1: Cusco – Sacred Valley – Aguas Calientes

We are going to pick you up from your hotel at 7:00am and take you on our minivan toward the Sacred Valley of the Incas. First, we will go to Chinchero to explore it’s amazing inca ruins and the famous weaving centers where you will get to interact with the local artisans. You will get to witness up-close the traditional methods used to create the textiles that this area is famous for. You will also have the chance to purchase hand-made souvenirs.

Next, we will travel to the admirable agricultural laboratories and ruins of Moray where you will be able to explore and take pictures. After this, we will go to the salt mines of Maras. There are over 3,000 fountains which are still owned by the local families of Maras who harvest and sell the salt.

Finally the last place to visit is Ollantaytambo where you will have the chance to explore the ruins and the town. The town itself is a living Inca museum and the gateway to Machu Picchu. It is still adorned with original structures from the Inca Empire such as the remarkable channels and stone streets. Ollantaytambo was originally a strategic militant, agricultural, and religious place used to control the comings and goings of the Sacred Valley of the Incas. The fortress that guarded the access to the interior part of the valley can still be seen. After our tour, we are going to catch our train to Aguas Calientes where we will be spending the night in a 3-star hotel.

DAY 2: Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Cusco

Following breakfast in the hotel, you will take the 30-minute bus ride up to Machu Picchu where you will explore with a professional tour guide. The site’s excellent preservation, the quality of its architecture, and the breathtaking mountains have made Machu Picchu one of the most famous archaeological sites in the world today. The Incas were some of the best masons in the world. The structures were so well built with a technique called ashlar (stones that are cut to fit together without mortar) that not even a knife blade can fit in between stones. Once you have completed your visit, you will take the bus back to Aguas Calientes followed by the train back to Cusco which usually arrives in the evening.

Inclusions

What is Included in the package?

Transfer from Cusco Airport to the hotel
Professional tour guide English Spanish speaking
A minivan for the sacred Valley tour
Bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu
Dinner in Aguas Calientes town
Entrance fees to Machu Picchu
Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu mountain – depending on the availability
Entrance fee to the Sacred Valley
Train service is expedition class 2 ways
1 night Hotel in Aguas Calientes town, we offer 2 or 3 stars hotel, depending on the availability.

What is not included in the Package?

Breakfast and lunch from day 1st
Lunch and dinner from day second
Extra expences and gratitud

Price

Machu Picchu – Sacred Valley tour – Prices

Inka Trail Explorer warmly welcomes to you, and we really want to make the best experience for you. Our tours can leave any days of the week, 12 months a year. As long as we have two people minimum, we would love to take you on our tour to one of the Wonders of the World.

Price: USD 510 Per Person – Group Service

Group service means that is open to other people to join you on this tour, but, our groups size are always small, maximun 8 People for group.

Private Tour Service is available and priced by party size

Do you want to visit Machu Picchu? Come with your friends or loved ones and enjoy your vacation choosing our private tours. Our private tours can start with any size and we will do all our best to make the best experience for you.

1 person   US$560 per person
2 people   US$540 per person
3 people   US$520 per person
4 people   US$500 per person
5+ people US$480 per person

Student discount: $20 per student. To aply to student discount you shoud follow the below govenment requirements

Students from 18 to 25 years old get discount of $20

Students from 12 to 17 years old, they get discount of $20.

Children from under 11 years all they get discount of $20.

The Ministry of Culture has changed its regulations regarding student discounts for entrances to Machu Picchu and Inca Trail permits. For anyone wishing to obtain a student discount, the following requirements must be met: (1.- Must be under 25 years of age 2.- Must have a valid institutional student card with A.- Photograph B.- Student´s full name C.- Expiry date in 2019 that includes the date of reservation and the date of visit to Machu Picchu). Please note ISIC cards or any alternative documents proving student status will not be accepted. Unfortunately, if you fail to meet any of the above criteria we will not be able to offer the student discount.

Some considerations

For example, if you book your trek at the age of 17 but, you turn 18 before you start your trek, you do not qualify for a student discount.

Please send all documents to info@inkatrailexplorer.com

Upgrades

Optional Upgrades

Vistadome train (Two-Ways): $65 USD per person
Casa Andina Hotel: $45 USD per person if sharing a room ($110 USD for a single)
El Mapi Hotel: $45+ USD per person if sharing a room ($110+ USD for a single)

Huayna Picchu Mountain
Huayna Picchu, is a stunning mountain that sits directly behind Machu Picchu, this is the infamous sugar-loaf mountain which sits at an elevation of 2,720m and 300m above the Machu Picchu Inca Citadel.
There are some archaeological remains as the Moon Temple and other precincts that are interconnected with authentic trails, steps, tunnels and natural formatted caves which made the view more interesting, without any doubt, Huayna Picchu mountain can be the highlight of your trip to Machu Picchu.
The last stretch to get the summit is very steep, narrow, and in some parts, you are required to use your hands for balance. There are some stone ladders to climb up the cliff face along the way. if you have problems with the heights this may not be the hike for you. The summit itself is not flat but is instead rocky, therefore when the crowd picks up it can be a bit difficult to move around.

Difficulty – Due to the complexity and gradient of the trail, the hike is rather challenging.
Duration – The round trip can take between 1.5 to 2 hours in average.
Elevation – The mountain’s summit sits at 2,693masl, while the climb itself is 353m.

Huayna Picchu mountain can be climbed in 2 different sessions:

The first session: from 7am to 8am
The second session: from 10am to 11am

Machu Picchu Mountain
The climb up to Machu Picchu mountain is nearly twice as high as Huayna Picchu but has a more gradual ascent profile up to its summit at 1,850 feet (~620m) above the city ruins (3,051m above sea level).
The panoramic views are from another world. The Inca ruins, Huayna Picchu and Putucusi Mountains look so small behind the giant row of mountains that it makes you wonder if it is true what you are seeing. You will be astonished!
The awe-inspiring view is still composed by a bright blue sky, clouds and the Urubamba River snaking around colossal mountains covered with lush vegetation. What a gift from our mother nature!

Difficulty – Due to the complexity and gradient of the trail, the hike is rather challenging.
Duration – The round trip can take between 2.5 to 3 hours in average.
Elevation – The mountain’s summit sits at 3,000masl, while the climb itself is 600m.

Machu Picchu mountain can be climbed in 2 different sessions:

The first session: from 7am to 8am
The second session: from 9am to 10am

Import Info

Important Information

We know planning an adventure vacation is no small decision, so we’re here to make the process as easy as possible for you. We’ve been doing this for quite a while, so we’ve got the answers to everything you need to know!

Upon your arrival in Cusco City
You will be welcomed by one of our transfers at Cusco airport and then you will be transferred into your hotel. Find out your transfer in Cusco airport holding our Inka trail Explorer logo. Please you should provide us your flight schedule before you leave home.

The briefing
Your guide will meet you in your hotel 1 or 2 days prior you start the tour. your guide will explain everything concerning the tour in detail. This includes the Sacred Valley tour schedule and a few tips on how to make your Machu Picchu tour enjoyable experience

Can I leave my Suitcase in your storage?
Usually most of the hotels in Cusco city offers a free storage but, definitely you can leave your suitcase in our storage while you go on trek or tour, we offer a free storage.

How big needs to be my daypack?

You only need to bring a small daypack (25 to 30 Lts max). Big enough to pack you rain gear, snack, water, camera, fleece jacket and some small items that you might need for your Machu Picchu tour.

How do I Pay my final Balance?
Your final balance should be paid in cash and it can be done in American dollars or in the local currency (Peruvian soles). We kindly request pay your final balance at least 24 hours prior you start the tour. You also can pay your balance via PayPal 10 days prior. To pay your final balance via PayPal, you need to log into your PayPal account using our e-mail address – peruinkatrailtours@gmail.com

Can I cancel my trip or change my departure date?
As soon as you make your confirmation by paying your deposit we proceed to purchase the Machu Picchu tickets and train tickets. According the government regulations, Machu Picchu tickets cannot be canceled, changed of date or transferred into other traveler and unfortunately there is not a refund.

Do I need my Original passport when I travel into Peru?
Very important to bring the original passport with you. If you are a foreigner, you need a passport to enter Machu Picchu. Not just any passport. It has to be the passport you used to book your trip in Peru or buy your entry tickets to different attractions in Cusco – Peru.
If you renew your passport after you booked your trip in Peru, you must travel with both the old and the new passports. You also can send us via e-mail a copy of your new and old passports and we will be able to upgrade your new passport information.

How fit do I need to be to explore Machu Picchu?
As long as you enjoy walking, you’ll love the Machu Picchu tour . We recommend doing some of exercise before you leave home, as the fitter you are, the more you’ll enjoy your tour in Machu Picchu.

Do you recommend buying travel insurance?
You should have full travel insurance cover – please be aware that some insurance companies require insurance to be purchased within 7 days of deposit payment. It is imperative for you to have medical cover and emergency repatriation and we strongly recommend a comprehensive travel insurance policy that also includes trip cancellation and other travel mishaps (e.g. flight cancellations or delays, trip interruption, theft or loss of luggage and personal effects).