This is your golden opportunity...

INCA TRAILspaces available from now till end of January!!!

Only available through Loki Travel Cusco. Contact us through reception orCusco_tourdesk@lokihostel.com Tel: +51 (084) 244976

The Inca Trail is one of the most famous treks in the world -and it's not a mystery why! The trail is a total of 35.8kilometers (22.24 miles) long and over the course of 4 daysyou will traverse mountain passes, visit various Incanarchaeological sites, experience amazing and diversepanoramics and have the chance to walk in the footsteps ofthe Incas until finally reaching the lost city of MachuPicchu.

Group SizeAverage range is 6 to 12 people, with a maximum of 16.

Full Itinerary:

Day 1: Cusco - Km. 82 – Wayllabamba

You will be picked up from Loki Cusco between 5:30am and 6am anddriven to the town of Ollantaytambo with the rest of your group, 1hr45from Cusco. In Ollantaytambo you will have about 40 minutes to getsome breakfast (not included) and use the bathroom. Afterwards it is a20 minute drive to KM 82 which is the check-in point for the Inca Trail.Here you will have some time to adjust any last minute packing details.The porters will check in to the trail and once they have passed thecontrol we will begin the trek. The first hour or so walking is on mainlyflat ground until we reach the lunch stop. After lunch and a break toenjoy the scenery we will continue hiking for about 2 more hours on agradually ascending trail. You will pass the archaeological sites ofLlactapata, Qoriwayrachina and Wallabamba before reaching the firstcampsite at 2853m.a.s.l. (9360 feet). The first day you have theopportunity to purchase drinks and snacks from local people living inthe area, and there are bathrooms available at the campsite.

Day 1 Info:Meals: Lunch and dinnerTotal distance: 10.4km (6.46 miles)Estimated walking time: 4-5 hoursMaximum altitude point: 2853 m.a.s.l. (9360 ft)Campsite altitude: 2853 m.a.s.l. (9360 ft)

Day 1

Day 2: Wayllabamba – Warmiwañusca – Pacaymayo

After breakfast you will begin the toughest part of the trail as you walkup and up through the cloud forest for about 3 hours until emerging intoa Puna ecosystem in the high Andes. Here vegetation is sparse and youwill feel the temperature drop as you reach the highest pass on theInca Trail called Warmiwañiusca or "Dead Woman's Pass" at4314ma.s.l. (14,153 feet). From the pass you will have an unbelievablepanoramic view of the whole area. After a break you will begindescending once again for about 2 hours until reaching the campsitefor lunch. This day will be a tough day, but you will arrive to thecampsite in the early afternoon - make sure to bring along with youplaying cards or a book to read, or you may choose to take a nap untildinner time! The campsite is at 3564m.a.s.l. (11,692 feet) and there arebasic toilets available. Water, alcoholic drinks and snacks are notavailable to buy.

Day 2 Info:Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinnerTotal distance: 9.7 km (6.03 miles)Estimated walking time: 5-6 hoursMaximum altitude point: 4,314 m (14,153 ft)Campsite altitude: 3,564 m (11,692 ft)

Day 2

Day 3: Pacaymayu – Puya Patamarka – Wiñaywayna

After breakfast you start the steep ascent towards the second mostimportant pass of the trail at 3,921m.a.s.l. (12,864 feet). About 2 hoursinto the climb you will reach the Sayamarca ruins, and from there it isabout 40 minutes further to the pass. After the pass the trail willcontinue descending and ascending with stairs - a good workout! youwill have a guided visit of Puya Patamarka, another importantarchaeological monument. A short distance from Puya Patamarka youwill have lunch and about 1 hour to rest. In the afternoon there will beabout 2.5-3 hours more trekking, the final portion being a descent ofapproximately 2000 Inca stairs to Wiñay Huayna (Forever Young). Youwill have a guided visit of this impressive archaeological complex.Dinner and overnight at the campsite at about 2,692m.a.s.l. (8,845feet). Water, alcoholic drinks and snacks are not available to buy thisday.

Day 3 Info: Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinnerTotal distance: 12.2km (7.58 miles)Estimated walking time: 5-6 hoursMaximum altitude point: 3,921 m.a.s.l. (12,864 ft)Campsite altitude: 2,692 m.a.s.l. (8,845 ft)

Day 3

Some of the Ruins on the Inca Trailto Machu Picchu 

Day 4 Info:Meals: Breakfast, lunch in Aguas Calientes(Loki Travel clients only!)Total distance: 3.5km (2.17 miles)Estimated walking time: 1.5-2 hoursMaximum altitude point: 2,692 m.a.s.l. (8,845 ft)Machu Picchu altitude: 2,400 m (7,872 ft)

Day 4: Wiñaywayna – Machu Picchu

The final day we have a very early start at about 3am toarrive in time for sunrise at Machu Picchu. After breakfastwe will begin the trek to the gates where we will wait until5:30am for them to open. From there it is only about 1.5hours further to "Inti Punku" or the Sun Gate where you willhave the most impressive panoramic view of the citadel. Atthe Sun Gate your group may choose to wait while theclouds lift from Machu Picchu for a magical picture of thesite. Machu Picchu is the best known of the Inca ruins as itis recognized worldwide, however it is not mentioned inany of the writings by Spanish Conquistadors. it is believedto have been constructed around the mid-15th century andwas "rediscovered" by American historian Hiram Binghamin 1911.

The guided tour of this fascinating place is an awe-inspiringexperience. From the Sun Gate it is another 40 minutes walking untilreaching the Lost City. You will leave your bags at the entrance andtake a break here for a snack. Afterwards your guide will bring you ona full guided tour or the archaeological site which will last for about 2hours. Machu Picchu is open until 5:30pm so you can stay for the restof the afternoon if you choose to explore the site on your own.

After your visit in Machu Picchu you will descend the mountain toAguas Calientes (1hr downhill on foot, 20 minutes by bus - US$8). InAguas Calientes you have the chance to take a shower (Loki Travelclients only) and you can choose from one of the many restaurants inAguas Calientes for lunch/dinner (not included). You will return to theSacred Valley by train which departs Aguas Calientes at around 7pm(depending on availability), and from the Sacred Valley to Cusco byvan/bus, arriving normally at around 11:00pm.

MACHU PICCHU

Included

Entrance for Machu Picchu and the Inca TrailSpecial briefing in Loki Travel before the trekTransport from Loki to Km 82 - private with your Inca Trail groupCook and porters for camping equipment and foodTents (double occupancy), kitchen and dining tentsMattresses from Loki Travel (better than those offered standard for thetour)Bilingual Inca Trail guideFirst aid kit3 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners and snacks (vegetarian optionsavailable with prior notice)Shower and dinner in a hostel in Aguas Calientes after your MachuPicchu visit - Loki Travel clients ONLYTrain ticket Aguas Calientes - OllantaytamboTransport Ollantaytambo - Cusco

Not Included

Breakfast day 1, dinner day 4Personal porter (must be reserved at time of booking, afterwards maynot be possible)Huayna Picchu (not available for purchase with Inca Trail passes)Bus Machu Picchu - Aguas Calientes (optional, US$8)Sleeping bagWalking sticksTips for guide, porters and cookBottled water (boiled water available at campsites)Travel insurance

“You don’t have to be Macho to go Machu”

What to Bring

Original passport and ISIC student card if applicableHiking boots or strong footwear, waterproof recommended!Trekking poles: METAL TIPS ARE NOT ALLOWED ON THE TRAIL (you can rent trekking poles from us - 1 pair = US$15)A backpack (30 to 40L) with changes of clothes for the whole period of the trekWater bottle (for rent from Loki Travel, US$5)Micropur tablets for purifying waterRain gear - jacket + trousers or rain poncho (plastic ponchos can be purchased in Cusco)Warm clothes, including fleece jacket. Thermal clothing is highlyrecommended and can be also worn in the sleeping bag during coldnightsTrekking pants, zip off model is recommendedGloves or mittens, scarf, woolen hat for cold nights4 pairs of socksSandals or jogging shoes for comfort while at campSleeping bag (you can rent one from us for US$15 for the whole trip)Flashlight/headlamp and extra batteriesBinocularsCamera, films and batteries (batteries consume more quickly under cold conditions)Hat or cap to protect you from the sun, rain and coldBook or playing cards for entertainment while in campsites - if you walk fast you will arrive early!Sun blockInsect repellantSunglassesPersonal medical kit Snacks (granola, energy bars, muesli, chocolate, etc.) - note: snacks also provided during tourExtra cash in to tip guides, porters and cooks, and for purchasing snacks in Aguas Calientes before getting on the train.

*Tip: Don’t wear sandals on the Inca Trail