Trekking
Inca Trail and Rainbow Mountain
Peru
8 days
Difficulty:Strenuous
Trip Type:Comfort
Group size:12
5Highlights
Embark on the renowned Inca Trail trek to Machu Picchu, a captivating 8-day adventure combining history, wildlife, and awe-inspiring scenery. This iconic trek spans approximately 26 miles (42 km), showcasing diverse Andean environments such as cloud forests and alpine tundra. Along the trail, you'll encounter remarkable biodiversity, with chances to spot orchids, foxes, Peru's national bird, the cock-of-the-rock, spectacled bears, deer, and a plethora of flora and fauna. En route to Machu Picchu, you'll also encounter impressive Inca ruins like Wiñay Wayña and Phuyupatamarca. For an additional off-the-beaten-path experience, delve into the Ausangate trek, leading to the breathtaking "Rainbow Mountain."
Highlights:
- Explore the world-famous Inca Trail, an archaeological wonder.
- Immerse yourself in captivating landscapes of cloud forests and alpine tundra.
- Encounter diverse wildlife and plant species along the trail.
- Discover impressive Inca ruins, including Wiñay Wayña and Phuyupatamarca.
- Experience the mesmerizing Rainbow Mountain.
- Prior acclimatization with two days in Cusco.
Please note:
- We need minimum 5 people to run this trip at this price. For smaller groups, there will be a small upcharge.
- The cancellation policy for this particular trip differs from our standard policy. Please refer to the Cancellation policy.
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Itinerary
Inca Trail and Rainbow Mountain
DAY 1
Arrive at Cusco and explore the city
DAY 2
Full day acclimatizing and Sacred Valley Tour
DAY 3
Cusco - KM 82 - Ayapata Camp
Transfers
Transportation between different destinations as part of the itinerary.
Accommodation
Lodging at various hotels, guesthouses, or other types of accommodation during the trip.
Admission fees
Entry fees for museums, parks, historical sites, and other attractions included in the trip.
Guide fees
Fees for a Guide required for your adventure.
Luggage transfers
Cost for transferring your luggage.
Airport transfers
Transfers to the hotel on the day of arrival and to the airport on day of departure are included.
Local guide
A knowledgeable guide to provide insights and information about the places visited.
Some meals
Selected meals provided as part of the tour package, which may include breakfast, lunch, or dinner on certain days, as specified in the itinerary.
What's not included
Alcoholic beverages
Costs for any alcoholic drinks consumed during the trip.
Flights
All the flight charges required for your adventure.
Gratuities
All the guide gratuities throughout your adventure.
Porter
Services of a porter to help carry luggage at various points during the trek, or on the mountain.
Visas
Required Visa fees for your travel.
Travel insurance
Travel insurance from a trusted provider for your adventure.
Personal gear
All the personal gear required for your adventure.
Day 1 & 2
You will be staying in a standard room in a 3 star hotel in Cusco, on double occupancy basis.
Day 3
You will be camping in campsite at Ayapata in Inca Trail, on a double occupancy basis
Day 4
You will be camping in campsite at Chaquicocha in Inca Trail, on a double occupancy basis
Day 5
You will be camping in last campsite in Inca Trail, on a double occupancy basis
Day 6 & 7
You will be staying in a standard room in a 3 star hotel in Cusco, on double occupancy basis.
Departure Dates
from $1600 /person
Private groups
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Adventure together
Invite your friends and family on your adventure:
$1600
/ person