Sacred Valley and Inca Trail - 3 Days

This year’s tendency is that permits get sold out at least 2 months in advance or even before, as such has demand grown in the past year, with permits selling out for the months of May to October typically around 4 months in advance. The trek’s popularity, increasingly stringent regulations, and the possibility of even fewer permits in the future ensures that this time period will only grow.

It is customary in Peru to tip guides and porters. Although it may not be customary to you, it is of considerable significance to the people who will take care of you during your travels. but is not mandatory

There will be a toilet at each campsite or resting places . They are regularly maintained by goverment the staff. 

The shorter Inca Trail is intended for those tourists who have little time in hand or those who just want to take things a little calmer. This trail starts at km 104 and ascends to the ruins of Wiñay Wayna before continuing to Machu Picchu. Since you do not have much time in Machu Picchu on the first day, trekkers commonly spend the night in Aguas Calientes and return to Machu Picchu the next day.

This trail is subject to Inca Trail regulations and hiking permits must be reserved in advance too!

There are no restrictions as to the minimum age to do the Inca Trail; If the child is accustomed to walking, he can do this trekking route, however, it would be wise to communicate and coordinate his entry with the tourism a

Yes, it is possible to request that a vegetarian option be included during the tour.

Most hotels and hostels in Cusco have places specifically enabled for travelers to leave their luggage while on tour. So in the hotel where you will stay before your trek you can leave in the stororage and after hike you will pick up.

Includes:

• Trek briefing with your guide
• Professional trekking guide
• Second tour guide for groups of 9 or more
• Transport and professional driver
• Tourist Bus for the Sacred Valley Tour (this will be a large group tour)
• All entrance tickets and permits for short Inca Trail and Machu Picchu.
• 2 Breakfast, 1 lunch, 1 Box lunch, Dinner
• Bus ticket from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes Village
• One night of accommodation in Ollantaytambo Village
• One night of accommodation in Aguas calientes Village
• Machu Picchu guided tour (2 hrs.) and free time for you
• Train ticket from Machu Picchu Pueblo to Ollantaytambo village (Expedition Tourist Train) Round Trip
• Cusco Journeys & Adventure uses walkie-talkies on all treks
• Oxygen tank & first aid kit
• All local taxes

Does Not Include

• Entrance fees to the sites: Sacred Valley Tourist Ticket 70 soles
• First-day breakfast, Last lunch after Machu Picchu.
• Extra porter (Extra porters available to carry up to 22 Pounds)
• Entrance to Waynapicchu Mountain (book in advance if interested due to limited spaces)
• Walking stick (we can rent if needed)
• Entrance tickets to Hot Springs
• Energy snacks, be sure to bring some such as chocolate bars and dried fruits.
• In an effort to reduce plastic waste on the trail we encourage our guests to use refillable water bottles
• ** Tips for the crew (Porters and guide)

If book in advance and when availability is open we guarantee your Inca Trail permit but if the booking is made when the spaces are about to sold out we will do our best to get your date or to find a date that suits your plans.

Travellers do not need hiking experience; however, they need to be able to hike for around 6 to 7 hours on uneven terrain, stairs, and narrow paths. so the hike is relatively easy.

You will need a small day bag, which you will carry yourself. Expect to carry about 5kg of weight in this bag e.g. water, suncream, waterproofs, phone, passport etc.

• Original passport to be showed in the checkpoint day 1 and Machu Picchu ruins the day 2.
• Original and valid International Student Card, if booked as a student.
• A good-quality (and small) daypack. Maximum allowed in Machu Picchu is 25 liters, but the smaller the better.
• Hiking boots (waterproof). Sneakers are acceptable but expect to get wet
• Long-sleeved shirts to prevent sunburn.
• Hiking pants.
• Hiking socks.
• At least one bottle of water. Additional bottles of water can purchase the first and second days before reaching the summit.
• 2-liter water bottle or backpacking camel.
• Hat to protect you from the sun.
• Rainwear or poncho for the rainy season (December to April). Please note that it can still rain during the dry season.
• Fleece.
• Camera with extra batteries.
• Toilet paper for the trail and small plastic bag for waste.
• Extra money for drinks and tips, souvenirs. We recommend having both soles, in addition to your home currency.
• Trail snacks (dry fruits, energy bars, etc.).
• Sunblock and insect repellent.
• Personal toiletry items.
• Hand sanitizer.
• Wet wipes.
• Toothbrush/toothpaste.
• Personal medications (if necessary).
• Optional: binoculars to watch the nearby birds.
• Optional: Personal medical kit. Disinfectant, aspirin, stomach tablets, medicine to avoid altitude sickness, etc.
• Optional: trekking poles with rubber covers. Without rubber covers, they will be of limited use.

The winter season and driest time of year in Peru are May - Sept. The summer season is Nov - Mar, which is the warmest, but wettest time. During the summer season, it does not rain every day, but can often have a downpour in the afternoons. Apr and Oct can sometimes see some small rain showers.