Tour to Machu Picchu with Vistadome Trail

Cusco, Sacred Valley, Short Inca Trail – Adventure Tours

Private & Tailored Tour

From $1699 PP

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Overview

Explore the capital city of the Incas, the picturesque and architecturally rich City of Cusco. Discover Sacred Valley, the heart of the Incas, the agricultural hub of the Cusco region, with its organic and decadent foods. Follow that with a mild hike of the short 2-day Inca trail. Doing 1/3 of the famous Classic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu.  Arrive in Machu Picchu through the Sun Gate for the gorgeous, post card worthy pictures of the great Citadel of Machu Picchu. Visit the ageless archeological sight of Winay Wayna, aptly named after the orchid abundant in the area, a Quechua word meaning “forever young”.  End of this once in a life time experience at the strikingly beautiful and unique Rainbow mountain.

This package gives a bit of everything, plush hotels, a bit of trekking, history, sampling of local cuisine and cultural immersion.  All our tours are tailor-made to give the best of what the Cusco region has to offer.

Activities

Sightseeing Tours, Cultural, religious and historic sites & Local culture

Experts

Private Guide, Driver, Trip Managing Expert

Activity Level

Easy

SERVICES

Minimum 2 people

Itinerary Details

Upon your arrival to the cosmopolitan capital of Cusco, you will be greeted by our representative and transferred to your hotel. There you will receive a short briefing and be given the morning to acclimatize.  In the afternoon, we will introduce you to the Imperial City of Cusco.  Cusco’s history lives in its streets, squares, valleys and towns. You will find stunning destinations and examples of fine engineering by Inca stonemasons and living examples of the mix of Andean and Spanish culture. Continuing our journey, we visit the Santo Domingo Convent built over the Koricancha, as well as the ancient Inca Palace, the main worship center of the Sun God. Our discoveries continue at the unmatched and mesmerizing archaeological site of Sacsayhuaman and its military Inca architecture, which dominates the city. Finally, you are introduced to the contrasts of the indigenous ancient sites of Qenqo, Pucapucara and Tambomachay, located in the north east of the city. We then head back to your hotel in Cusco by early evening.

  • 4* Accommodation: Casa Andina Premium or Novotel
  • 5* Accommodation: Aranwa Hotel or Palacio del Inca

We will pick you up at your hotel at 7:30am, with our private van and head towards the Sacred Valley of the Incas, taking the direct route to Pisac.  We drive first to the Ccochahuasi Animal Sanctuary, which has a variety of Peruvian animals including a Peruvian Puma and the great Condor, the national bird of Peru, then you are off to the mirador of Taray to enjoy a classic view of the Urubamba valley with crops dressing the mountains like a carpet. Onward, drive to the archaeological site of Pisac, where you can see the biggest Inca cemetery with more than 2000 tombs. There we can admire the incredible farming terraces carved into the mountain, explore the Inca tunnel and the religious area of this important citadel. Here we will spend more than 2 hours, exploring the Inca city. Then we head back to the colourful market of Pisac, spend some time visiting and drive to Urumbamba for lunch.

With timeless charm, we visit the archeological site of Moray also known as “The Greenhouses of the Incas” an evolutionary bowl of ecological difference. Levels of terraces are carved into a huge bowl, which were excavated by the Incas. The terraces have varied microclimates depending on how deep into the bowl they are placed.  It is thought they were used by the Incas to discover the optimal growing conditions for their crops.

Expanding on our journey to the colonial town of Maras, ascending our hike downhill to the pre-Inca salt mine. Thousands of saltpans have been used for salt extraction since before Inca times. A hot spring at the top of the valley discharges a small stream of heavily salt laden water, which is diverted into saltpans and evaporated to produce a salt that is used for human and animal consumption. Finally, we drive to Ollantaytambo, having time to explore the age old and bustling Inca village and the massive Inca Ruins, with a tour provided by our guide.  Here you spend the night at your hotel in Ollantaytambo, ready to start the Inca Trail the next day.

  • 3* Accommodation: El Albergue Hotel
  • 4* Accommodation: Casa Andina Premium

With a compacted 2 days of excitement ahead, we pick you up from your hotel by 5:30am, and drive you to the train station nearby.  You will have an hour and 20-minute ride by Expedition train to 104 kms (2,100m/6,927ft) where you will begin your trek. Afterwards we initiate a moderate climb for three hours to the chiseled remnants and remote archaeological site of Wiñayhuana. (2,650m/8747ft). As we view out with an open mind and heart, we embrace the spectacular plunging views of the Urubamba Canyon and the ethnic wonder of ancient Inca sites, we make our connection into the traditional four day Inca Trail. After being at one with this beautiful sight, we continue onward towards the Sun Gate (2,730mts/9,007ft). Following the ancient remote footpath, we grasp onto our first spectacular view of Machu Picchu in all its brilliance and majestic monumentality. As we move closer to the Citadel of Machu Picchu, feel the energetic vibration. Then we take our bus to Aguas Calientes, where we spend the night in our hotel

  • Meals: Luch & Dinner.
  • 4* Accommodation: El Mapi Hotel by Inkaterra
  • 5* Accommodation: Inkaterra Machu Picchu hotel
  • Difficulty: Moderate.

Bursting with excitement on your final surreal day, we take the first bus at 5:30am to Machu Picchu archeological site, making sure we tour every nook and cranny of this New 7 Wonder of the World and UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site. The Citadel of the Incas, Machu Picchu, what an unforgettable experience. Your guide will expertly direct you through the energetic ruins and its diverse main streets. Then on your own, you can wander around the town squares of the world’s spiritual center of esoteric wisdom, as well as climb the intricately carved stairways made of stone. Alternatively, you can stay still and find the peace within as you sit in the pure delight of the moment.  Finally, climb Huayna Picchu to appreciate the beauty and magnificence of Machu Picchu and the valleys below.

If you wish to indulge in a few of the following activities on your own you can (not included in the price):

  • Climb Huayna Picchu – appreciate the beauty and magnificence of Machu Picchu from there. (additional fee)
  • You will be given some time to walk to the Sun Gate or Inti Punku. ( No additional fee)
  • Other optional activities in Aguas Calientes include a visit to the new local museum or to the hot springs. (entrance fee)

When you are ready, you will descend to Aguas Calientes, have a leisurely lunch on your own, and later on board the train at 4:43pm for the return trip with the Vistadome train to the Poroy train station close to Cusco where you will catch our private van back to Cusco and your hotel. (During the rainy season, January through April) he train only runs to the Ollantaytambo station)

  • 4* Accommodation: Casa Andina Premium or Novotel
  • 5* Accommodation: Aranwa Hotel or Palacio del Inca
  • Meals: Breakfast

We will pick you up from your hotel at 5am and begin with our amazing Rainbow Mountain Trek Adventure.  We set out on our drive for 3 hours through the South Valley; ending up at the trailhead at Llacto (4,638m / 15,216 ft).  Along the way, there are amazing views of farming Inca terraces, traditional villages, valleys and high Andean peaks.

The herds of alpacas and llamas at breakfast will entertain you in the early morning. Once we reach the trailhead, we start on our hike following a lovely stream. As you start your hike, you will have views of the Ausangate Mountain and glaciers. You can interact with the local people, who are still keep the traditional Quechua culture alive. Learn about their traditional clothes and the significance of the different hats worn by the men. Ask your guide to teach you a few words of Quechua!

After a total hike of 1.5 hours, we finally reach our destination: Rainbow Mountain (5,020m /16,466ft). After admiring the unique beauty, have time to explore the area. You can take pictures or just soak up the view. We will spend approximately 30 minutes at the top. Afterwards, there is an optional hike across to the top of the Red Valley.  This walk takes about 45 minutes longer to get back to the trailhead.

At this point, we hike back down the way we came. The hike takes 1 hour, then we enjoy our lunch which will prepare by our cook.

We will embark on the 3-hour drive back to Cusco and drop you off at your Cusco hotel, arriving around 6:00pm.

  • Meals included: hot breakfast & lunch
  • Difficulty: moderate to challenging

After having breakfast at the hotel, enjoy your remaining time in Cusco city then in the afternoon we will drop off at the airport to take your plane back to Lima.

  • Meals: Breakfast

WHAT IS INCLUDED FOR THE LUXURY INCA TRAIL TOUR PACKAGE ?

· A hand-crafted and fully personalized Premium Package from start to finish.

  • Briefing: We give you all the information needed in order for you to have a pleasant trek with very little surprises. The best part is that we will conduct your briefing in the comfort of your hotel.
  • First aid and Emergency Oxygen Tank: Your safety is our number one priority. For this reason, our guides are CPR and First Aid trained annually by the Fire department or Red Cross. If you get one of the worst symptoms for altitude sickness which is loss of oxygen, we do carry an oxygen tank so you can get immediate assistance. We are also prepared for minor injuries on the trek, we administer quick and effective treatment, so you can continue with your trekking.
  • Door to door service: The day of your trek we will pick you up at your hotel in Cusco. On return we will drop off at your hotel in Cusco.
  • 3 Bus tickets and 2 Train Tickets: First train is from Ollantaytamb to Km104 (the starting point for your trek). We include a bus ticket to the nearby town of Aguas Calientes where you spend the night. The next morning you catch the bus again to watch the sunrise over Machu Picchu, after your privately guided tour of Machu Picchu you get back on the bus ,to catch the Train to Ollantaytambo. Glamping Peru also includes the spectacular Vistadome train with leather seats designed to conform to your body. This train has the best views of valley, mountains and river decorating the landscape as you make your way back to Ollantaytambo.
  • All the Entrance Tickets into the Inca cities, Machu Picchu and the Inca Trail: As soon as you confirm your booking and pay the deposit, we purchase your permit into the Inca Trail and your entrance ticket into Machu Picchu. These tickets sell out very fast. Our super team behind the laptops ensure that all tickets and permits are purchased in a timely manner and you don’t miss out on your great adventure. The personal information you give us has to be 100% accurate because even our awesome team won´t be able help edit details once they have purchased the tickets on your behalf and there are absolutely no refunds on the tickets.
  • Professional Bilingual Guide: You will have a guide that is highly professional, experienced and fluent in English throughout the trek. They are very knowledgeable and passionate about Inca heritage and history. You will get a two hour fully guided tour of Machu Picchu. Our guides dedicate themselves to continuous professional development and growth to ensure that you receive accurate and recognized theories about Inca and Andean culture. They are fun loving, great sportsmen and well–educated, they hold a degree in at least one of the following: Archaeology, Tourism, Botany, History or Anthropology.
  • Meals: You will recieve a scrumptious box lunch and then dinner at Aguas Calientes. A buffet breakfast is served the next day at your hotel.
  • Water:  We supply bottled water for drinking on arrival at the checkpoint and again at lunch time on day 1. Make sure you fill up your canteen or camel bac in case you need extra water.  
  • Taxes:  All prices include the 18% tax charged by the government

Luxury Amenities and Equipment:  

  • Luxury Accommodation: We book one night luxury accommodation for you in Aguas Calientes, usually we book El Mapi By Inkaterra Hotel.
  • Extra Private porter: This is an exclusive service offered by Glamping Peru Trek. We have a porter to carry your backpack on the hike to Machu Picchu. Back should be between 30L and 40L , nothing bigger is allowed at Machu Picchu or the train.

WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED FOR THE LUXURY INCA TRAIL TOUR PACKAGE ?

  • Wayna Picchu Mountain: $85 USD
  • Machu Picchu Mountain: $85 USD – You need one more day for it.
  • First breakfast (served in your hotel), last lunch at Machu Picchu
  • OPTIONAL UPGRADES: hotel or train
  • Hiram Bingham Train: $597 USD per person
  • Tips for the staff (Glamping Peru Treks staff receives a fair and decent wage for their amazing work. Tips are optional but the staff do appreciated it a lot.)

Price

The Luxury Inca Trail Tour Package is always available (except February when it is closed for maintenance). This trek still takes you into Machu Picchu by walking through the SUN GATE, you will get to explore some amazing Inca ruins along the way like Wiñaywayna Inca city

The fantastic tour with Inca trail included is available on any date that will suit you – Join in with our group and get the best deals.

  • Price:$1199USD per person Vistadome Train without hotels
  • Price:$1699 USD per person Vistadome Train 4 nights 4* hotels
  • Price:$2099 USD per person Vistadome Train 4 nights 5* hotels

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Please read carefully the following information; it will help you answer all of your questions about our services and Luxury Inca Trail Tour Package

WELCOME TO CUSCO

You will be welcomed at Cusco airport and taken to your hotel, please ensure that you inform us of your full flight details at least 14 days prior to your trek. Look out for our representative holding an orange board GLAMPING PERU TREKS at the arrival terminal.

THE BRIEFING

It will take place the night before the trek at 6pm, at your hotel.

CAN I STORE MY LUGGAGE AT YOUR OFFICE:

Of course! During the Luxury Inca Trail tour Package your main luggage can be store at our office or at your hotel, both are for free. Please pack only what you will need for your tour or trek.

HOW TO BOOK THE SHORT INCA TRAIL ADVENTURE HIKING PACKAGE

FIRST, to book your Luxury Inca Trail Tour Package, we need you to fill out our booking form by clicking on BOOK NOW on our homepage or click here the link BOOK NOW.

Please be ready with the following information (FROM EACH PARTICIPANT in your group).  We cannot purchase an Inca trail permit, entrance to Machu Picchu or the train without the following information:

  • Personal information (your full name, exactly as on your passport):
  • Gender
  • Passport number
  • D.OB. (dd / mm / yyyy)
  • Nationality

SECOND, we require a deposit of $211.00 USD per person in order to purchase a your Inca Trail permit, entrance to Machu Picchu and train ticket.  You can make you deposit by clicking on the VISA or PAYPAL symbols on the top of our home page, or you can click on the VISA or PAYPAL symbols on our booking page.

WHAT ABOUT THE BALANCE?

It would be greatly appreciated if you pay in cash at our office (US dollars or Peruvian soles) here in Cusco. We have many cash machines in the historical center to withdraw money.  You can also pay by VISA or PAYPAL online but you will have to pay a 5.5% service charge, charged by VISA and PAYPAL.  To pay your balance through PAYPAL, you need to log into your PAYPAL account using our email address of glampingperutreks@gmail.com. 

MAY I CHANGE THE DEPARTURE DATE AFTER THE TICKETS HAVE BEEN BOUGHT?

Unfortunately, the answer is No. Once the tickets have been bought the government does not allow any changes, so we can’t change any departure date after the tickets has been bought. Tickets are also not transferable nor refundable.
*** If you cancel your Luxury Inca Trail Tour Package, the deposit is not refundable at all!

WHAT IS THE WEATHER LIKE IN THE SHORT INCA TRAIL ADVENTURE HIKING PACKAGE

The weather is very unpredictable and it’s difficult to foresee.  We recommend you to bring a warm jacket for early morning and rain poncho in case of a rain shower.

TIPPING

If you’re happy with the services provided, a tip – though not compulsory – is appreciated. While it may not be customary to you, it’s of great significance for the people who will take care of you during the tour.  It inspires excellent service and is an entrenched feature of the tourism industry across many Glamping Peru Treks destinations. Of course you are free to tip more or less as you feel, depending on your perception of the quality and the length of your tour. Remember, a tip is not compulsory and should only be given when you receive excellent service.

ARE YOU SUSTAINABLE?

Yes, we are a local sustainable & responsible tourism operator for that we incorporate the universal principles of tourism: protect the environment and benefit the local communities respecting their culture and religion. With this in mind, we have trained all our staff to know, understand and respect the local places and it´s people.

The Luxury Inca Trail Tour Package includes extra porter for the hiking section and our team will help yu with it. Please try to pack as light as possible which is the key to enjoy this amazing tour package.

What you have to take with you for the “Luxury Inca Trail Tour Package”?

  • Original Passport (it has to be the same you have used for booking your trek)
  • Valid University card (if you booked as a student)
  • Good daypack (the smaller, the better)
  • Water storage:  2-3L (Camelbaks are encouraged).
  • Comfortable hiking boots with ankle support
  • Toilet Paper
  • 2 t-shirts
  • 1 hiking pants at least
  • 2 sets of undergarments
  • 2 sets of hiking socks
  • Couple Fleece/ Thermals
  • Warm clothes, down jacket
  • Waterproof gloves (even if they are ski gloves, take them)
  • Small bottle of soap: we provide warm water each day to wash.
  • Battery Charger: No electricity along the trek
  • Large plastic bags will be provided at the office — Please ask for them.
  • Face moisturizer
  • Hand Sanitizer
  • Wet wipes
  • Toothbrush and paste
  • Personal medications
  • First aid kit: band aids, moleskin, etc.
  • Sun Hat
  • Sunscreen
  • Wool Hat
  • Rain gear
  • Snacks(chocolate bars, cereal bars or any dry fruits)
  • Coca leaves
  • Rain plastic poncho (provided by GPT)
  • Camera
  • Extra Money for Souvenirs, Drinks & Tips

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WHY GLAMPING PERU TREKS

Small Groups

In an effort to provide a more personalized service, we at Glamping Peru Treks have a policy that our groups will not exceed 8 people.

Private Guide, Car & Driver

You always have private driver & private car flexible upon your travel schedules. Especially, in your Private Tour.

100% Personalized Itinerary

Hassle-free and uniquely personalized! You'll get a completely flexible trip plan tailored to your individual interests, wishes and budget.

Handpicked Hotels & Meals

Whether you are looking for a romantic resort or a boutique hotel, authentic cuisine or street food style; Tour Experts'll create the lifetime journey around your needs .

Camping Equipment

Our camping equipment is top of the line being replaced when needed. Our camping equipment is available for rent as well.

Environmental Sensitivit

As one of the few tour operators that dedicated itself to social responsibility. We are always looking for innovative ways of caring for our natural surroundings.

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