DAY 1 CUSCO –
MOLLEPATA – SORAYPAMPA
Early in the morning we pick you up from your hotel and transfer
you in a private bus to Mollepata passing by traditional towns
like Iscuchaca , Ancahuasi and Limatambo, as well highlands plateaus
and landscapes with great views of snowcapped mountains that belong
to the cordillera Vilcabamba. The bus ride will take 3 hours to
Mollepata and then the hike will be about 6 or 8 hours . The trail
climbs a little up from Mollepata pass through the pastures, farming
lands, afterwards descending until the campsite through the high
brush down to Soraypampa (3950 masl). (L , D)DAY 2 SORAYPAMPA - CHAULLAY
Early in the morning you leave from Soraypampa and keep going
up the beautiful valley walking just below the majestic snowcapped
mountain named Salkantay (6270 masl) after 1:1/2 hours the trek
becomes steep zigzagging for a while after that we get the pass
named Salkantay pass, 4650masl from where you will be rewarded
with superb views . The trail descends through an old moraine
passing great pastures down to the camp of Huayroqmachay located
at 4000masl. After lunch the way is going down to the second camp
site at 2950 masl. (B, L, D)
DAY 3 CHAULLAY - LA PLAYA
You wake up with lovely mountain scenery and a good morning tea.
Continue to the north down to the lush jungle through different
ecosystems watching birdlife like hummingbirds, trashes, finches,
tanagers, sparrows, guans, parrots, etc It will be a long descending
day towards the cloud forest where people live taking advantages
of nature, also you will pass great waterfalls. At the end of
the day we will see passion fruit fields. The hike will last approximately
5 or 6 hours; the campsite is at the community named "La
Playa "(1900 masl).
(B, L, D)
DAY 4 PLAYA – LLACTAPATA - AGUAS CALIENTES
Leaving from the playa the trek continues through plantations
of coffee, banana, and tropical fruits. Afterwards the trail climbs
up to Llactapata (Archeological site and one of the best view
of Machu Picchu. After you’ll descend until Hydroelectric ( 1800
masl) and continue to Aguas Calientes just below Machu Picchu
Inca sanctuary, this afternoon you can go to have a bath in the
natural hot springs a great place to relax after this challenging
trek. Overnight at selected accommodation (B, L)
DAY 5 MACHUPICCHU - CUSCO
Early bus ride for 25 minutes to go to Machu Picchu city, guided
tour for 3 hours and plenty of free time for further exploring,
photos and optional climb of the mountain Huayna Picchu, Temple
of the Moon, or the Gate of the Sun. An according time, we will
go down to the Aguas Calientes town to return to Cusco City. Reception
at the train station and transfer to your accommodation (B).
THE SERVICE INCLUDES:
-Professional Bilingual Guide.
-Private bus from Cusco to Mollepata.
-Horses and cowboys (to carry tent, food, cooking equipment and
your personal staff max. 6 kls per person)
-Cook
-Camping equipment (tents, mattresses, tables and seats cooking
tent and eating tent).
-Excellent meals (04 breakfast / 04 lunches / 03 dinners).
-First aid kit and Oxygen balloon.
-Bus up and down from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu.
-Entrance fees to Machu Picchu.
-Tourist Train ticket from Aguas Calientes to Cusco (Backpacker)
SERVICE DOES NOT INCLUDE
-Sleeping bag
-Extra horses to carry extra luggage
EXTRA INFORMATION:
Regarding horses who carry personal items. You will need to carry
with you a daypack with your Camera, water bottle, snacks, cold
weather clothing and a poncho in case of rain (unlikely in Dry
season - May to October)- but as a precaution) and anything you
will need before lunch as horses do not walk alongside you. You
will meet up with your bag at lunch and then it will be waiting
for you in your tent at campsites.
NOTE: You will need to leave your luggage in
the Cusco hotel, all the hotels in Cusco provide a secure luggage
deposit. Put any valuables in their safe.
RECOMMENDED TIME OF YEAR FOR THIS TREK:
MAY TO NOV AND FROM DEC TO APRIL (rainy season) it’s possible
to do this trek but it’s hard. This trek is rated a moderate to
difficult hike considering the high altitudes and length of walking
especially on the 2nd Day. You need to acclimatize in Cusco at
least 2 full days (3 days is better) prior to start the trek.
SUGGESTIONS WHAT YOU NEED TO TAKE:
A. Backpack & daypack
B. - 8 c sleeping bag
C. Hiking boots( runners shoes are not recommended )
D. Walking poles
E. Warm clothes: layers for variable temperatures especially at
night.
F. Flash light:
G. Camera and extra film & batteries
H. Sunprotection: sunscreen: sun hat: sunglasses
I. Thermals: wool socks: and woolen hat for cold nights:
J. Insect repellent:
K. Rain poncho: a good rain jacket:
L. Toiletries / toilet paper / small towel
M. Bathing clothes for the hot springs.
N. Gloves / scarf: trekking pants or similar.
O. Water bottle: water purifying tablets:
P. Personal medical kit:
Q. Original passport and original isic student card if applicable:
R. Extra money for souvenirs, drinks & tips
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STUDENT DISCOUNT:
Note: To apply to this discount It is necessary to send
us your scan copy ISIC (International Student Identity
Card) with your other information.
Without this copy we will not be able to make the
discount.
This is the ONLY Student card to apply
the discount
TRAIN
SERVICE:
The Expedition is a travel experience with all the
quality and benefits at a lower cost. Is a service
designed for the traveler’s comfort, with four passenger
seats located in front of each other, so you can share
your experience, and for the faithful backpack that is
always with you we offer racks placed above the seats.
Also, this train has panoramic windows, air conditioning
and heating, and Andean music that creates a cheerful
atmosphere.
If you will take any trek with us. we ask you to fill
the customer chart regarding the commentaries or
otherwise you can inform to the Operations Department.
This is a very important requirement and necessary to do
after take the tour to avoid problems regarding the
quality of the service and help you to resolve it before
you leave to your country otherwise our agency is
assuming that all your services was ok therefore we are
not going to accept any claims.
EMERGENCY NUMBERS
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Lima: 998181709 (+51 Calling from abroad)
Fax Number +51 1 2421273
Cusco: 998182455 (+51 Calling from abroad)
946320668 (+51 Calling from abroad)
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