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INCA TRAIL
The roads varied in quality and size. In the flatlands and highlands the roads ran from 6-8 meters wide, while in the steep mountains the stone roads narrowed to one meter, but were deft at defying the aggressive steep slopes of the Andes.
The Inca Trail is the best-known stretch, a road that 90% of trekkers take from Kilometer 88 of the railway line to Machupicchu. However, this is not the only route there are others that take a day or two to walk to areas near the valley, paths that run through picturesque landscapes in the area.
There are kilometers of ancient roads that still exist. One of them is to be found on the Cusco-Abancay route 3 km. from the town of Arco. There is another near the community of Qhorqa, approximately 20 km. West of Cusco. The route from Juch`uy Qosqo, in the province of Calca, features another Inca road. Many of these roads were built so well that they are still used today.
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Inca Trail Expedition
14 Days ALL Inclusive Package
$ 1,750
Come aboard this exciting adventure expedition to one of the greatest wonders of the world, Machu Picchu. , Get away from harsh pressures and demands of a busy paced life and step back in time to a place where modern commodities are at a rarity. This trip is designed to give you a taste of Peru by visiting historic sights in Lima and Cusco, a 4 day guided hiking trip of the Sacred Valley, exposure to breathtaking views of Inca ruins, and the possibility of participating in a community service project in a rural village in the Amazon. You will not forget this journey!
Community Service Segment
In leading past trips we have seen how much one person can make a difference around the world with a simple smile. Your trip is not going to be an exception! You will enjoy the wonder, magic and sacred ruins of Peru and in the midst of this beauty you will also see great need in this country. One of Expanding World's vision is to help the poor and needy natives of Peru. A portion of the proceeds from each trip lead to Peru is donated to a local charity. Educational material, medical supplies and basic need items are delivered to a designated charity at the end of each trip. If you would like to see the ripple effect of the proceeds from your trip we invite you to stay and travel with us to the Amazon. The community service option of the trip would include traveling by bus to an amazon village and host stay with a friendly family in a small community so as to experience the itimate family life of the peruvian
Arrive to Lima. After passing through immigration and customs, proceed to the reception area, where our inbound service representative will be holding a sign with our logo on it. You will be greeted and then transferred to your hotel.
Day 2:
Afternoon city tour of Lima. You will visit downtown Lima and see several examples of the Spanish architecture of the colonial period including the Plaza de Armas, the Presidential Palace, the Cathedral, and the Church of San Francisco and Catacombs. You will see Huaca Huallamarca, a restored adobe pyramid dating from the pre-Inca period located in San Isidro. You will tour the upscale residential and commercial district of Miraflores and see the Parque del Amor, a seaside park with a huge statue of a kissing couple, before returning to your hotel. (B,L)
Day 3:
Early morning transfer to the airport for the flight to Cusco. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel. Because of the high altitude (10,660 feet above sea level), we recommend that you rest for a short period and drink cocoa leaf tea. In the afternoon, you will have a city tour that includes a walk through the Cathedral, the Koricancha (?site of gold?), typical streets, and the four ruins that surround the city: the Sacsayhuaman Fortress, Kenko, Puca Pucara, and Tampumachay. (B,L)
Day 4:
Early morning transportation by bus to the town of Chilca (km. 82), the start of the Inca Trail. We begin escorted by native ?quechua? porters going through semi-arid terrain along the Urubamba River with magnificent views of snowcapped mount Veronica (18,636 ft.). We walk past the Inca hamlet of Huayllabamba, an ancient Inca citadel that protected the entry to two valleys. (B,L,D)
Day 5:
We will begin to climb the first pass, Warmiwañusqa (13,776 ft.), where there is a spectacular view of the valley below. At this pass we move from the dry puna ecology to elf forest, the highest of the tropical forest types where gnarled trees grow to two meters amid fog and low clouds, habitat for a profusion of orchids and strange animals. On this night, we will camp along river Pacamayo at the bottom of the pass. (B,L,D)
Day 6:
After breakfast, we will hike towards Runku Rakay and traverse the second pass of the same name (12,464 ft.). We will descend to Sayacmarca, an important archaeological complex, where we will have lunch. We will spend the night near the ruins of Wiñayhuayna, which means ?city above the clouds?. (B,L,D)
Day 7:
We will arise very early so that we may watch the sunrise from Inti Punku and have our first breathtaking view of Machu Picchu ?the Lost City of the Incas? (7,900 ft.). This mountaintop citadel, which served as both a center of worship and an astronomic observatory, is located in the middle of the cloud forest overlooking the Urubamba River. There are both agricultural and urban areas constructed with the precision stonework that the Incas are known for. The agricultural area consists of terraces and food storehouses, and the urban area contains temples, squares, and royal tombs. Guided tour followed by lunch at the Sanctuary Lodge. In the afternoon, you will be transferred to your hotel. (B,L)
Day 8:
Free day to explore Machu Picchu on your own. You may want to visit the hot springs of Aguas Calientes. Mid-afternoon you will depart from Machu Picchu by train to Poroy Station and then be taken to Cusco by private transportation. (B)
Day 9: (option to return back to the United States this day from Lima)
Early morning transfer to the airport for your flight back to Lima. You can take an optional excursion or walk around Miraflores.
Beginning of Community Service Segment of our trip!
6:00 pm boarding overnight bus to the Amazon. (B)Day 10:
Arriving in Pedro Ruiz, a small village in the Amazon, we will start a 40 min. hike to the top of the mountain where you are going to be staying with a local host family and delivering much needed donations including: educational materials and medical supplies. (B,L,D)
Day 11:
Breakfast with your host families. Deliver donations of school and medical supplies to the Peruvian children. Lunch with host families. Afternoon free to enjoy activities with the local people of the village and participate in activities such as soccer, volleyball, traditional food or sugar cane preparation just to name a few. After dinner we will regroup to talk about your experience, create a bonfire, and pick a community service project for the next day. (B,L,D)
Day 12
Breakfast with host family. 9:00 Regroup to start a community service.
Dinner with host family. 7:00 pm We meet to share your experience in the village. (B,L,D)
Day 13
Breakfast with host family We will meet 10 am to go for a horse back ride through the Amazon. 4:00 pm departure of overnight bus back to Lima. (B,L,D)
Day 14
Arrive to Lima, Traditional lunch, transportation to the Lima airport
Back home to the United States! (B,L)
*B,L,D= Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Recommendation to bring for your trip:
Hikers will need at least two changes of clothing, plus shorts and short-sleeved shirts during the day. Night-time wear includes a wool cap, scarf, gloves, sweater and a down jacket or similar, plus a raincoat in case it rains.
- Wool socks and hiking boots.
- A small rucksack, sleeping bag, foam mattress and a large rucksack for personal gear. Hikers walking the trail independently will need a tent.
- Water bottles, purifying tablets, flashlight, matches and trash bags.
"History of Inca Trail"
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All Itineraries Include
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Airport/hotel transfers with baggage
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Hotel accommodation in Lima
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Round trip airfare from Lima to Cusco in economy class
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Hotel accommodations in Cusco
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City tour of Cusco and Sacred Valley
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Private transportation from Cusco to Chilca.
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All entrance fees to cathedrals, museums & ruins
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Inca trail hiking excursion to Machu Picchu.
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Double occupancy tents and camping equipment.
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Guided tour of Machu Picchu
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One night hotel accommodation in Machu Picchu
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Meals as indicated on the itinerary
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National Park entrance fees and taxes included
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Accommodations with Amazon host families
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All tours are with local tour guides
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Round-trip Bus to the Amazon for community service in small rural village.
Not Included
Special drinks
International flights
Airline tax
Snacks of any kind
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