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| ITINERARY |
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| Day 01 |
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Pachar- Corimarca
We drive from Cusco to Pachar located in the Sacred Valley, a short way lead us upstream to our trailhead at Raphcca, 2,900 m.a.s.l (9,514ft.) From here we hike up the valley, along the route we appreciate inka terraces, water channels, Quechua comunities and endemic flora and fauna. We follow an steep trail that eventually bring us to a tall waterfall where we can pause to refresh our body and mind. Walking further, we visit the little known Inka site of Corimarca, our first campsite.
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| Day 02 |
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Corimarca - Qeuñacancha
We climb across open meadows, reaching a zone of high altitude shrubland known as Puna, approaching the pass of Chancachuco 4,400 m.a.s.l (14,435ft). This part of the trek offers panoramic views of the highest peaks in Cusco region. Our route continues across a high plateau, we pass mountain lakes where we may see andean and wetland birds, descending to our second campsite at Qeuñacancha, 4080 m.a.s.l (13,385ft).
(B, L, D) |
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| Day 03 |
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Qeuñacancha - Cachicata
We hike downhill following the trail until we join the Inka water channel which comes from Maracocha lake, from here we reach the temple call Intiwatana, which is located on the edge of the mountain called Apu Alambre, in front of the Veronica snow peak. Then we continue downhill to Choquetacarpo an archaeological site, which was most likely the residence of architects who managed the Inca quarries and performed ceremonies at Intipunku, after lunch we wend our way downward, exploring different sectors of one of the biggest Inka quarries, where massive carved blocks of pink rhyolite lie scattered in disarray. The quarried stones, testimony to a great building project that was never finished and were destined for the Inka site of Ollantaytambo.We descend to our third and last camp near the village of Cachicata. Here we enjoy toilets, hot showers and a warmer climate.
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| Day 04 |
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Cachicata - Machu Picchu -Cusco
After and early breakfast, we will head toward Ollantaytambo to board the train to Machu Picchu, the day is dedicated to explore this astounding and mysterious Inka settlement, our guide will explain us about the history of Machu Picchu; buffet lunch. The afternoon train takes us back to Cusco, a representative will wait for you at Poroy train station to transfer you to your hotel.
(B, L)
Campsites are subject to change according to our guide's criteria and the evolution of the group. |
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Included in tour cost:
- Transfer from Cusco to Pachar
- Meals as indicated
- Cook: In charge of meal preparation
- Horses to carry tents and cooking equipment and horseman
- 01 emergency horse
- Gear: Double occupancy tents (Ferrino), mattress (Therm-a-rest), Chemical toilet tent, dinner tent, Kitchen tent, Tables & seats
- First aid kit including emergency oxygen bottle
- Entrance fee to Machu Picchu
- Bus tickets Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu- Aguas Calientes
- Train tickets Aguas Calientes – Cusco
- Transfer train station - hotel
- English speaking certified guides
Not included in tour cost
- Tips and gratuities
- Medical insurance
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