Peru & Machu Picchu: Comfortable Camping on the Inca Trail - 9 Days
Who is this trip for
Genders
- Female50%
- Male50%
Average age
Start / End
- Cusco
- Cusco
Physical rating
Group size
1 - 16Meals included
23Highlights
- Explore the imposing Inca ruins of Pisaq
- Interact with the locals in the Sacred Valley
- Hike the Inca Trail with comfortable camping
- Sleep in less-frequented campsites along the Inca Trail
- Wander the temples and terraces of Machu Picchu with an expert guide.
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Summary
Elevate your Inca Trail adventure with added comforts that allow you to immerse yourself even deeper in the breathtaking mountains all around you. Paced differently than the standard route, enjoy slightly later starts in the mornings as well as less-frequented campsites along the way in order to maximise the experience. Spend the nights on cots with included air mattresses, sleeping bags and blankets for a better rest and take advantage of portable toilets and warm showers along the way. Featuring the Sacred Valley and an expert local guide too, this is Peru and the Inca Trail done to perfection.
Itinerary
Day 1
Cusco: The Land of the Incas
Arrive to Cusco at any time and transfer to the hotel. Meet your fellow group members at the welcome meeting in the evening and get all the important information about the adventure ahead. Afterwards, head to a nearby restaurant for a delicious welcome dinner with new friends.
Day 2
The Sacred Valley: Pisaq Ruins and Cultural Traditions
Travel from Cusco into the Sacred Valley. Visit the Cuyo Chico community for a snack and to learn about their traditional ceramics and adobe before taking a guided tour of Pisaq archaeological site. Continue to the hotel after lunch. In the evening enjoy a pachamanca dinner.
Day 3
The Sacred Valley: Your OMG Day
Choice of activity in the morning, both options including lunch.
Day 4
Inca Trail day 1: Setting Off
Depart for the km. 82 marker to set off on the Inca Trail. Porters will carry the majority of your gear and you'll be able to focus more squarely on the task at hand with included trekking poles and a more comfortable camping experience at night, sleeping on cots with air mattresses and blankets.
Day 5
Inca Trail day 2: Ascent
Warm up your legs, eat a delicious and hearty breakfast and prepare for the ascent of the first portion of Dead Woman's Pass.
Day 6
Inca Trail day 3: Dead Woman's Pass
Ascend up the first challenging pass of Warmiwañusca (aka. Dead Woman's Pass), passing by several Inca sites and another mountain pass before reaching camp for the third night on the trail.
Day 7
Inca Trail Day 4: The Sun Gate and Machu Picchu
Descend through cloud forest to the Sun Gate for the first glimpse of Machu Picchu. Walk down through the site and catch a local bus to the valley floor and the town of Aguas Calientes to spend the night in a hotel.
Day 8
Cusco: Discover Machu Picchu
Take an early bus up to Machu Picchu for a guided tour of the ruins followed by lunch at Machu Picchu Sanctuary Lodge. Return by train and bus to Cusco and enjoy a farewell dinner in the evening.
Day 9
Cusco
Depart at any time.
What's Included
Accommodation
Hotels (5 nts), Comfortable Camping with cots, mattresses, blankets, portable toilets, and warm showers (3 nts).
Meals
Breakfasts: 8, Lunches: 7, Dinners: 8
Vegetarian options are available on all meals throughout the adventure.
Vegetarian options availableLocal Guide
GuidedThis adventure is led by a local guide throughout. The main language of this adventure is English. Please contact us for other languages available.
Airport Transfers
Arrival OnlyAn airport transfer to the start of the tour is included. Please contact our team if you require a quote for a return transfer.
Wifi
Wifi is available during the adventure. In some areas and / or accommodation / transport Wifi may be free.
Dates & Prices
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Customer reviews & ratings
The experience was beyond all expectations! All the meals were exceptional, including those provided on the Inca Trail, while Glamping. All the porters and cooks were very friendly. Everything was set up perfectly upon our arrival at the campsites. For my wife and I, This was absolutely the best way to explore the Inca trail and Machu Picchu The overall experience was superb. It was Glamping at its absolute best!
Bascom Sep, 2024 VerifiedLifechanging! I'm not sure where to put this, but the pack list included a lot of things that were provided by G Adventures. I would suggest fine tuning the packing list. The trip was pure perfection!
Shirley Sep, 2024 Verified
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