Inca Trail to Machupicchu Wonder 10D/9N

Our service will begin at 9:00 a.m. with pick-up from your hotel to begin the city tour. Its first stop will be Sacsayhuamán, an impressive archaeological site known for its enormous stone walls. We will then visit Qenqo, a sacred site that was the center of important Inca rituals, and then head to Tambomachay, a site dedicated to the worship of water, famous for its aquatic canals and Inca constructions. We will conclude the route with a visit to Puka Pukara, an ancient checkpoint and communication point that served as a connection between different tambos. After these fascinating visits, Tierra Biru Expeditions will offer clients a walking tour of the city to explore some of its most emblematic and ancient streets, such as Hatun Rumiyoc, Calle Siete Borreguitos, Sapantiana, the Mirador de San Blas, and the tour begins at the Plaza de Armas, lasting approximately 2 hours. At the end of the tour, we will drop you off at your hotel or, if you prefer, at the Plaza de Armas, where you can enjoy a delicious traditional meal in the heart of the historic center. We recommend taking advantage of the afternoon to visit the Casa Garcilaso museum, the Museum of Contemporary Art, and the Qorikancha Site Museum, whose tickets are included in the package. In the afternoon, you will also enjoy ziplining and via ferrata activities to reach the Star Lodge hotel. We hope you enjoy this unique experience in Cusco.

We will begin our trip to the Sacred Valley of the Incas at 7:40 a.m., with our guide available in advance to pick you up. During this tour, we will visit impressive sites, starting with the Mirador de Taray, which offers spectacular panoramic views of the valley. Next, we'll head to the traditional village of Pisaq, known for its handicrafts, where we'll do a Pukara Torito painting activity for approximately one hour. Next, we'll climb to the Pisaq Archaeological Center, where we'll explore its impressive terraces and other Inca attractions. After the visit, we'll enjoy a one-hour buffet lunch at Don Ángel Restaurant, located in Urubamba. Finally, we'll visit the Ollantaytambo Archaeological Center, famous for its impressive architecture and majestic agricultural terraces, walking through its ancient Inca streets and roads. At the end of the tour, we'll drop you off at your Star Lodge hotel in the Sacred Valley. We hope you enjoy this unique experience in the heart of the Sacred Valley.

The day will begin with the pickup of passengers at their hotels between 5:00 and 6:00 a.m., and then we will depart Cusco for Km. 82. During the journey, the guide will provide detailed information about the activities planned for the day. It is important that passengers carry their original passport (the same one they used for the reservation) and, if they are students, their student ID (ISIC CARD), as it will be required for identification at the first checkpoint. Once at Km. 82, we will begin our hike accompanied by Quechua porters, entering the fertile valleys along the Urubamba River and enjoying the impressive views of the Veronica snow-capped mountain and glacier. We will continue our tour until we reach We will visit Llactapata, an ancient Inca city that protected the entrance to two valleys and served as an important Inca dwelling. From this vantage point, your guide will provide an explanation about the historical and cultural significance of the site, and we will have time to capture photos of the magnificent panoramic view. After exploring Llactapata, we will continue our hike for approximately 1.5 hours until we reach Tarayoc Camp, where we will enjoy the first lunch of our trip. Afterward, we will head to Wayllabamba Camp, making a short ascent to reach an altitude of 3,000 meters, with an average temperature of 12°C. At 5:30 p.m., we will enjoy a comforting welcome tea, followed by a delicious dinner at 7:00 p.m., before resting and preparing to continue our adventure the next day.

The day will begin at 6:00 a.m., at which point we will wake up and have 30 minutes to clean up and prepare our backpacks. Then, we will head to the dining tent to enjoy a delicious breakfast before beginning the trek. The first part of our journey will consist of a challenging climb that will take us from the Inca village of Wayllabamba to the Warmihuañusca Pass (also known as the Dead Woman Pass), located at 4,200 meters above sea level. Along the way, we'll stop for a coffee break before continuing, as this is the highest point of our journey, from where we can enjoy a breathtaking panoramic view of the two valleys that stretch out before us. After enjoying the scenery, we'll continue our hike, which this time will be downhill for approximately 1.5 hours, until we reach the Pacaymayu camp. Lunch will be served at the Lluchapampa camp, where we can recharge our batteries. At 5:30 p.m., we will enjoy tea to relax after the day, and at 7:00 p.m., dinner will be served at the Pacaymayu camp, where we will spend the night, resting before continuing our adventure the next day.

We will wake up at 6:00 a.m. and enjoy breakfast in our dining tent, where the main guide will give us a briefing on the day's activities before beginning the trek. On this day, we will walk a remarkably well-preserved section of the Inca Trail, crossing ancient archaeological remains covered by a dense tropical forest. First, we will visit Runkuraquay and Sayacmarka, and after a 15-minute walk, we will break for lunch. After lunch, we will continue our hike to Phuyupatamarka, known as the 'city above the clouds' from where we can enjoy spectacular views of several snow-capped peaks in the Andes. From this point, we will descend for approximately two hours to reach the Wiñaywayna campsite, probably the most impressive archaeological site on the tour, surrounded by a lush cloud forest covered in flowers and steeped in an enigmatic history. Warm showers are available at this campsite and can be used for a fee of S/5.00 (US$1.50). At 5:30 p.m., tea will be served, and in the evening, we will enjoy an excellent dinner.

Waking up will be at 4:00 a.m., and breakfast will be served at 4:30 a.m., with the group departing at 5:30 a.m. From the Inca Trail checkpoint, we will head into the rainforest, passing through Intipunku (Sun Gate), which we will reach in approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes. We will then arrive at Machupicchu around 8:00 a.m., where hikers can leave their backpacks in the luggage storage. After a short 20-minute break, we will enter the 'City of the Incas', where we will take a fully guided tour of approximately 3 hours. At the end, there will be free time to explore the city on your own. A meeting time and point will be established. in the town of Aguas Calientes, from where, in the afternoon, the group will take the train back to Cusco. Upon arrival at the train station, our transportation will be waiting to take you back to your hotel.

After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, you will have free time to explore the city and do some shopping. This is an ideal time to explore the local markets, where you can find handicrafts, souvenirs, and typical products of the region. You can also visit some of the city's iconic sites, enjoy local cuisine in restaurants or cafes, and immerse yourself in Cusco's culture. Make sure to make the most of this time to take a little piece of Cusco with you. Enjoy your day!

At 4:30 a.m., we will pick you up to begin the journey south of Cusco, arriving at the town of Cusipata after approximately 2 hours, where you will enjoy a buffet breakfast for an hour. Then, we will continue to Chillihuani, from where we will begin a 1 hour and 20-minute hike with a gentle climb to reach the summit of the mountain at 5,300 meters above sea level, where you can enjoy stunning views of Nevado Ausangate and the famous Rainbow Mountain, with free time to take photos and receive information about its geological formation. After the visit, we will descend toward Chillihuani and take the bus back to Cusipata to enjoy a delicious buffet lunch before returning to Cusco, where we will drop you off at your hotel to conclude this memorable tour.

Breakfast at the hotel and transfer will be according to the domestic flight schedule and end of service.