Inca Trail

Although there are many "Inca trails", around South America, most of
them leading to Cuzco, most people speak of the "classic" Inca Trail.
The Inca empire was criss-crossed with hundreds of miles of trail,
many still in use today.
At this time , there are 28 miles of restored Inca trail which we use to
trek to Machu Picchu, just as the Incas did centuries ago. With many
Inca archeological sites along the route, and spectacular views, many
believe this is the only way to get to Machu Picchu.
The entire Inca trail is located within the Machu Picchu Historical
Sanctuary, a UNESCO Cultural and Natural World Heritage Site.

Our Inca Discovery and Salkantay: the Magic of the Andes itineraries
are two awesome ways to trek the Inca trail.

A Brief description of the classic Inca Trail trek

Day 1: Begin our hike at (railroad) kilometer 82, in the valley of
the Sacred River, the Urubabma. Today is a gentle uphill walk, and
along the way our guide will introduce us to the local flora and
fauna. We'l leave the heat of the lower valley, climbing to our first
cap, called Huayllabamba.
Day 2: For some, the most difficult day. But those who have done
this trail before, realize it is mostly a mental challenge-
Warmiwanusqa, Dead Woman Pass ( 4300 meters, 13, 779 feet).
Thankfully, it is a short walk of only 6.5 miles to reach our
comfortable camp. We will be entering the Cloud Forest arriving at
our camp called Pacamayu.
Day 3: Today we cross two high passes, see many well- preserved
Inca ruins and hike over 9 miles. Bt this is the most interesting and
beautiful part of the trek, and we arrive at Winaywayna with joy
in our hearts. We can even have cod drinks and a hot shower!
Day 4: We depart before dawn, and the excirtement is high!
Today- Machu Picchu! Only 3.5 miles.
Full trek description, click here.

Noteworthy information
-Trail permits are limited to 500 persons per
day, including trekkers, guides, porters,and
cooks.
-Trail permits must be reserved sometimes
months in advance. Don't wait until the last
minute!
-Beware of dishonest tour operators offering
Inca trail permits, only to advise you (after they
have gotten you to Cuzco!) that there was a
"mistake", and offering you another trek. Use a
reputable service.
-Only licensed giudes may guide the trek.
-You cannot hike the trek by yourself- you are
required to be accompanied by a licensed guide.
- The Inca Trail is 28 miles long.
- Highest pass- Warmiwnusqa, 13,779 feet.
-The Salkantay trek connects to the Inca trail.

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know!