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DESCRIPTION

The Inca Trail Quarry Adventure is an excellent alternative trekking to Machu Picchu; perfect tourist route for those interested in archeology and the history in-depth of our ancestors, the Incas; the course has magnificent panoramic views of the Peruvian Andean mountain ranges, inter-Andean valleys, waterfalls, dramatic rock formations. You will feel the tranquility and inner peace interacting with the indigenous people who still preserve their traditions and culture.

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WHAT TO BRING?

  • Original passport
  • ISIC card (if you are a student and want to qualify for the discount).
  • Trekking shoes
  • Jacket. raincoat/rain poncho
  • Warm jacket
  • Hat and gloves
  • T-shirts
  • Comfortable pants
  • sun hat
  • Sunscreen (factor 35 or higher).
  • Insect repellent.
  • Personal medication.
  • Camera and video camera.
  • Flashlight with spare batteries

ITINERARY

Itinerary summary

  • Day one: Cusco - Socma -Perolniyoc - Rayan
  • Day two: Rayan-Inti Punku (Sun Gate)-Choquetakarpo.
  • Day three: Cachicata - Ollantaytambo
  • Day four: Ollantaytambo-Short Inca Trail-Machu Picchu.
  • Day Five: Guided Visit to Machu Picchu-Cusco.

Day One: Cusco - Socma - Perolniyoc - Rayan.

Early this morning, we moved to Soqma Village at 10,512 feet, driving for almost an hour and forty minutes. This is the trailhead to start the hike. At this juncture, we will get our horses as well as muleteers, prepare the hiking gear for the activity, and have our breakfast. Afterward, we will begin our hike ascending through a small valley to Perolniyoq. This site is a small Inca destination that stands at the top of the mountain. However, before this, we will see a magnificent waterfall, ideal for taking a series of photographs. After our arrival at the Inca destination, you will enjoy an explanation of the history of the site given by our trek leader. Then, we will head to our lunch spot, followed by our first camp, a one-hour hike.

Day Two: Rayan-Inti Punku (Sun Gate)-Cachicata.

A tasty breakfast puts us in the adventurous mood for Day Two. Immediately after breakfast, we will head up the trail to Pukaqasa 14,366', the first pass, on a hike of approximately three hours. We will savor the first outstanding views from the top of the snow-capped mountains and the Urubamba Valley. We will then walk downhill for approximately thirty minutes from this pass and proceed to our lunch spot. After lunch, we will continue walking along this trail, which meanders up to the highest point of the entire course known as Kuichikasa Rainbow Pass 14,596'. This is a place where you will enjoy beautiful views in all directions. After a while, about two and a half hours, we will walk downhill to reach the destination of an Inca jewel, known as the Sun Gate or Intipunku in the Quechua language. At this site, you will enjoy almost constant views of the snow-capped mountain Wakaywillka in the Urubamba range. From here, we will walk for another half hour from Inti Punku to reach our next campsite. This place is called Cachicata or quarry of the master stonecutters (11,874′). Every meal is included. The day's adventure takes us to Cachicata on a trekking activity that will last approximately one hour on the downhill part of this trail. A primary Inca rock quarry located five miles from the town of Ollantaytambo, Cachicata, used to be a place where ancient Inca stonemasons carved and polished rocks to build the Temple of the Sun in the village of Ollantaytambo. At this site, our trek leader will entertain us with the intriguing history of the destination. Afterward, for three hours, we will continue walking to the Sacred Valley of the Incas, where the town of Ollantaytambo is located. Today we will have our final lunch on the outskirts of the city of Ollantaytambo. We will explore the Sacred Valley of the Incas in the afternoon.

Day three: Cachicata - Ollantaytambo

If you are looking for an alternative trek to Machu Picchu and don't like crowds, the Machu Picchu 4-day trek is absolutely for you; it is one of the most innovative treks that offers you unparalleled views of snow-capped peaks, waterfalls, Inca archaeological sites, valleys, and more. The route offers you this wonderful hike. Going with us, you will spend time with local farmers during your Trek to Machu Picchu.

Day Four: Ollantaytambo-Short Inca Trail-Machu Picchu.

We will come to your hotel to pick you up to take the train to Km 104, the start of the trail. Upon arriving at our destination, this train will make a stop for us to get off. We then start walking to the main checkpoint for everyone to check-in; the location of this place is at an elevation of 7,052 feet/2,150 meters. After registration, we will hike for a few minutes and arrive at the first Inca destination known as Chachabamba. This place has a central courtyard, temples, sacred rocks, etc. Here, the guide will give us detailed information about this site. Then, we will continue strolling uphill, savoring the enchanting landscapes until we reach the Inca temple of Wiñaywayna. This temple means eternally Young; here, our experienced guide will keep you entertained with the rich history of this place. After the exploration of the Inca temple, at the Wiñaywayna checkpoint, we will have refreshments or lunch to take with us. Then, we will continue with the hike and head to Machu Picchu for an additional 2 hours. We will reach this wonder of the world through the Sun Gate. From here, we will enjoy the first views of the famous Inca city and spend enough time capturing memorable images at this destination. Immediately upon arrival at Machu Picchu, we will spend enough time taking amazing pictures of this Inca city because there are usually fewer people in the afternoon. Then, we will take the bus to the town of Machu Picchu (Aguas Calientes town). Here, we will spend the night at the comfortable Cabaña hotel and enjoy our dinner at the restaurant. This final dinner is excluded.

Day Five: Machu Picchu-Cusco Guided Tour.

On day five, we enjoy an excellent breakfast at our hotel and prepare for a full exploration of Machu Picchu in the morning. The Trek Leader coordinates this private tour. Early in the morning, we will board the bus back to Machu Picchu for a great time that will last until 12:00 pm. At Machu Picchu, the first group is allowed to broadcast (from 6:00 am to 12:00 pm). If you have purchased a permit for Huayna Picchu Mountain, after the tour, you will climb this mountain. But reserving a space depends on availability. If the situation arises where there are no Huayna Picchu permits for your departure date (although this does not usually happen), you will have to climb Machu Picchu Mountain instead. After spending a fantastic time at the Incan emperor's palace, we will take the bus to Machu Picchu town, the village of Aguas Calientes, where we will enjoy lunch (this is excluded). We will board the train back to Ollantaytambo train station and/or Poroy train station in the afternoon. Regarding this site, continue driving to your hotel located in Cusco.

INCLUDES

Informative session

It will take place in the morning the day before departure. If the departure date is on a Monday, the briefing will take place on Saturday morning. Please take this into account when booking your flight to Cusco.

Transportation for Inca Quarry Trek.

Tourist bus and transportation to the start of the adventure. Bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu (round trip). Train leaving Aguas Calientes in the afternoon. Pick up from the train station and transfer to the Hotel in Cusco.

Camping staff on the Trek.

Professional tour guide fluent in English, specialized in trekking, with many years of experience and trained in first aid and rescue, who will attend from the first day to the last day of the Trek, leaving you at your hotel. Professional chef, kitchen assistant, and waiter for customer service. Our chefs are graduates of culinary schools with many years of experience cooking in the mountains; we meet them at the beginning of the Trek. Horses, in charge of maintaining all our trek logistics (camping equipment, food), in addition to carrying 8 kg of personal belongings of each client.

Tickets for the Inca Quarry Trek.

Tourist ticket to Machupicchu.

Camping equipment on the Trek.

  • High mountain tent Eureka & Doite, which is waterproof and thermal, for up to 4 people, but for comfort, we use it only for two people.
  • Sleeping Bag (It will be clean and warm).
  • Air Mattress (Therm-a-rest mattresses).
  • Dining Tent.
  • Kitchen tent.
  • Reinforced foam.
  • Bathroom Tent and Portable Bathroom.
  • Camping tables and chairs.
  • Tableware.
  • First Aid Kit
  • Radio communication.

Lodging during the hike.

Camping sites (2 nights camping). Hotel one night in Aguas Calientes. Meals: what to expect in Inca Quarry Trek.
NOT INCLUDED Lunch in the town of Aguas Calientes. Tips for the trek leader, porters or muleteers, and other staff. Travel insurance and things of a personal nature - laundry and phone calls, personal cabs, souvenirs, etc.

PRICES

Wari Adventures handles small groups (up to 8 people only), so we can offer a highly personalized service: offering you a more enjoyable time on the Trek with more interaction between our participants. (Groups formed by Max. 8; Min. 2 people).
Please contact us for updated prices using any of these links:
+51 997 547 163 +51 997 547 163 info@wariadventures.com

TRAVEL INFORMATION

DUFFEL BAGS:

This will be provided to you at the time of giving you the general information one day before starting your Trek to each participant, and these will be carried by the porters on the Inca Trail and by the horses on the alternate routes. Consider that the weight is significant for the porters and horses; at maximum, you have to pack 7 kg, this is including the sleeping bags and inflatable mats. These DAFFLO BAGS will be returned at the end of the adventure or left at your hotel at the reception desk. Measurements are 65 cm long x 40 cm wide.

LUGGAGE STORAGE:

The trips on the Inca Trail and alternate routes do not need to carry your luggage, for which we have the luggage storage service in our office; if you return from your trip to the same hotel where you stayed, you can leave it. This equipment will be returned at the moment you return from your trip and taken it with you to your hotel. If you have valuable things, please contact us to take them into account and protect them.

PICK-UPS

The pick-up times will be coordinated with the group leader; this will be done from your hotel, lodging, and Airbnb, for which the passenger must provide the exact address and reference; the pick-up time is usually at 5:00 am for the different routes.

RETURN TO CUSCO

The return from the city of Machupicchu requires absolute punctuality for the organization of transportation, for which we will provide all the details of the return. We buy the train tickets typically for 2:55 pm, so you can arrive at 7:00 pm in the city of Cusco, consider the time delay due to traffic in the city of Cusco. The return is included transportation and transfers; we will be pending any change or delay of the transportation service and train service.
IMPORTANT The itinerary provided here is subject to change without notice, depending on factors such as strikes, weather conditions, roadblocks, or other situations beyond our control. We remain committed to following this itinerary as accurately as possible.

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