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8-Day Path Of The Inca Tour

Our Price: from $1606 (per person, based on double occupancy) Available: Daily (Need book 5 months in advance) Except Jun21-26, Jul 28-30, Dec24 & 31 Depart from: Lima, Peru Highlights: 7 night accommodations. Visit Cusco, the Sacred Valley, the Inca Trail and Machu Picchu.

Day 1 : Arrival at Lima

A representative will meet you at the Lima airport for your transfer to your comfortable hotel located in the district of Miraflores (tourist area of Lima). Depending on your international flight arrival time, you may have time to enjoy Lima and its fabulous cuisine.

Overnight: Casa Andina Centro*** or similar

Day 2 : Arrival at Cusco

Transfer to the airport for your morning flight to Cuzco. You will be collected from Cusco airport by a representative before transferring to your handpicked Cusco hotel, where you can rest and acclimatize to the high altitude. In the afternoon a professional, English-speaking guide will take you on a tour of the historical city of Cusco, including the legendary site of Sacsayhuaman that overlooks the city.

Overnight: Arqueologo*** or similar

Day 3 : The Sacred Valley

Following breakfast in your hotel you will begin a tour of Peru's beautiful Sacred Valley, with a professional, bi-lingual tour guide. Your tour includes a visit to the important ruins at the ancient village of Ollantaytambo followed by a visit to the colorful and rustic market at Pisac. *Sacred Valley tour day may change order with Machu Picchu tour day based on schedule.

Overnight: Arqueologo*** or similar

Day 4 : Inca Trail

After an early breakfast you will set out on the first day of the world-famous Inca Trail. The trail begins by following the Urubamba River that runs through the Sacred Valley, giving stunning views of the jungle-clad mountains before arriving at the first campsite in Wayllabamba.

Day 5 : Inca Trail

From the campsite at Wayllabamba you will begin the toughest climb of the trail, hiking up to the 4,200m (16,000ft) "Dead Woman's Pass." The scenery from this point is spectacular, with distant views of winding valleys and snow-capped, mountainous peaks. Descending to the campsite at Pacaymayo, you will enjoy a well-earned meal and rest for the remainder of the day.

Day 6 : Inca Trail

The final full day of the trek is less strenuous and takes you past a series of important historical and archeological ruins. The trail begins its descent through cloud forests and into the thicker jungle of the valley towards the ruins of Winay Huayna, where you will camp for the final night.

Day 7 : Machu Picchu

You will rise early to complete the final leg of the trek towards the magnificent citadel of Machu Picchu. Arriving at the Sun Gate in time for sun rise, you will be rewarded with your first glimpse of the site as the fog begins to lift. Your guide will give you a full tour of the famous site before you transfer back to Cusco to rest in your comfortable hotel.

Overnight: Arqueologo*** or similar

Day 8 : Departure

After breakfast you will meet a representative and transfer back to Cusco airport for your flight home or to continue to your onward destination.

Departure and Return Details

Departure times and locations:

Return times (estimated) and locations:

Inclusions:

Complimentary round trip airport transfers for each order
All domestic airfare: Lima-Cuzco-Lima
4 nights at 3 stars hotels based on US standards.
3 nights of camping.
Guided visits with English speaking tour guides. The Inca Trail guide is bilingual and fully trained.
All transfers and entrance fees.
All breakfasts.
All camping and safety equipment during the Inca Trail.
Cooks, porters and a professional guide during the Inca Trail.
All breakfasts, lunches and evening meals during the Inca Trail.

Exclusions:

Travel insurance is not included
Air fares between your home town and Lima, Peru.
Laundry, valet, telephone calls, wines and liquors other than those specified.
All evening meals and lunches during the trip unless otherwise stated.
Gratuities for tour guides, cooks, porters and drivers.

Please provide the following information in the "Customer and Passport Info" area:

Full name (clear last name, first name)
Passport Number, Passport issuing country, Passport expiration date
Client gender, Age, Date of Birth
Special medical or food restrictions

During the Inca Trail, please bring:

A hat to protect you from the sun.
Sunglasses and sun block.
Sleeping bag - can be hired.
Warm sweater and warm socks for sleeping.
Small flashlight for using the toilet during the night, and for the last part of the trek, which will begin before dawn so that you can reach Machu Picchu at sunrise.
Chocolates and candy. Sugar boosts are great for keeping you going.
Your camera with extra memory and batteries!
Disposable plastic water bottles are not allowed on the trail so you should bring a canteen or similar container for the trek.