SAS Travel Peru - Inca Trail to Machupicchu Licensed Specialist Operator

Welcome to SAS Travel, Peru, Machupicchu and the Andes…. Inca Trail to Machupicchu Licensed Specialist Operator. Leaders of Quality & Personalized treks and tours in Cusco, Manu National Park and Peru. Your memorable experience and superior service during your holidays touring with SAS Travel are our priority and mission, 100% operated by SAS Travel and guaranteed departures for affordable prices, environmentally and socially friendly sensitive company. Direct Operators and run by a local family. Highly recommended by more than 120,000.00 happy campers. An spiritual journey for your mind, body and soul... you will come back different.

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DAILY DEPARTURES...
with 2 person !! As this package includes the 2D/1N Inca Trail trek you must ensure there are still permits available. CLICK ON: AVAILABILITY & BOOKING to see current availability of inca trail permits.

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Price Information

US$ 830.00 p/person

(Based on Double / Triple accommodation)

Please Note

Price from March 2013
US$ 830.00 per person.
(Based in Double or Triple Accommodation)
STUDENT DISCOUNT US$20.00 per person (Send your ISIC student card)

(Single Supplement US$ 140.00 for Single/solo traveler)

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Overview

This is a great package if you want to enjoy the moderate trek to Machu Picchu and the best of Cusco plus some excitement with a river afting in the Urubamba, mountain bike to Maras,Moray and Salt mines or other adventure experience.
You can also add on extensions to Puno-Lake Titicaca, the Amazon or Arequipa to see Colca Canyon, Nazca Lines, Ballestas Islands. You can get a better idea of the Hotel Marqueses and programs by looking at some photos on the website: www.hotelmarqueses.com

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Easy to Moderate

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Short Inca Trail & Cusco 7 Day (with 2 Day Inca Trail)

Last Minute Information

  • Permits for this tour are SOLD OUT until July 18th 2013 (info current as of march 16) we highly recommned you to hike the 2 Day Huchuy Qosqo and Machupicchu tour or the 2 Day Machupicchu Active are great options if you expect a lot of walks, we have daily departures and we can buid up a small group, permits are not limited.

Special Offer

PROMOTIONAL Price US$ 795.00 per person - when booking as 4 or more people joining a confirmed group date
If you ensure your package fits with a group departure date for the 2 Day Inca trail by joining our Fixed Departure dates: BOOKING ONLINE.-
CLICK ON: AVAILABILITY & BOOKING
This package include a Short Inca Trail trek to Machupicchu where Permits are very Limited so please we recommend to book fair in advance. ( 3-6 months)

Program Itinerary

Day 1: WELCOME... ARRIVAL TO CUSCO.

Arrival Reception in airport and transfer to Marqueses Hotel Cusco. Rest and acclimatize as you are now at 3,400 m above sea level. If you are feeling up to it... enjoy the 3 plazas that directly surround your hotel and all the cultural activity and beauty they offer without wandering too far on your first day. If you purchase your Cusco tourist ticket today this includes the Cusco Folk Dances and Music at Cusco Art Center in the main Ave el Sol. 10 min slow walk from Hotel Marqueses.

Hotel Marqueses

Day 2: CUSCO CITY TOUR AND THE FAMOUS SAQSAYWAMAN AND KORICANCHA.

Free morning to enjoy the artisan area of San Blas if you lIke, now that you are acclimatised enough to manage all the steps. Afternoon: Guided Visit to the City as well as the nearby Inca Ruins of Tambomachay, Puca Pucara, Quenko and Sacsaywaman. ( or this tour can be done on your free Day 6 if you prefer. Return to the Hotel Marqueses.

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Hotel Marqueses

Day 3: SACRED VALLEY OF THE INCAS, PISAC, URUBAMBA, YUCAY,OLLANTAYTAMBO.

At 08.20am meet at SAS Travel office just next door Hotel Marqueses. In a tourist bus, we travel from Cusco past Saqsaywaman & Tambomachay, over the mountains toward the Sacred Valley. We descend 1500 feet to the valley floor of the sacred Urubamba river and the village of Pisac where we will visit a traditional market and you can buy some local souveniers. We then drive up to explore the extensive ruins of Pisac with stunning views over the valley. On the guided walk into the Citadel of Pisac you can observe temples, residences, altars, channels, carvings, tunnels/caves and the famous Intihuatana “The hitching post of the Sun", For those who would prefer to spend more time in the typical Pisac market instead of visiting the ruins, advise your guide so he can organise a time and place to pick you up when returning through the market. We continue on to Urubamba where we stop to buy lunch. A further 30 mins drive takes us to Ollantaytambo surrounded by the sacred mountains, where we will again discover the magnificence of the Incan constructions, the amazing temple of the Sun, enormous blocks of rock perfectly carved and polished, stone water fountains, stairs, terraces and the beauty of the local people in their traditional dress, all surrounded by the sacred mountains and Valley of Patacancha and Willoq. At approximately 4:00 pm the sacred valley tour group returns to Cusco but you are assisted to your checkin at the Hotel Apu Lodge, Ollanta Lodge or similar room with private bathroom. Settle in and then enjoy sunset in the valley before buying dinner in the plaza. we recommended Panaka Grill and Hearts Cafe at Ollantaytambo`s Plaza. (Optional to return to Cusco to Hotel Marqueses, please indicate when booking if you prefer this)

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Hotel Apu Lodge

Day 4: SHORT VERSION OF INCA TRAIL TO MACHUPICCHU

We`ll pick you up from your Hotel between 05.30 and 05:45 am to transfer you to OllantaTrain Station for a train journey of just over one hour to kilometer 104 (starting point of our trek). As soon as we arrive to this point we will cross a bridge to the check point and show your passports then we will start a soft walk into the other side of the Vilcanota river the trail heads off to the right towards the ruins of Chachabamba. After a visit this impresive Inca ruins with buildings on stone, we`ll continue the trail road most of it on stone steps, heads south and begin climbing the mountain, great views around of the high jungle area and mountains, before entering the cloud forest. Then the trail leaves the forest and goes west while continuing the uphill hike in open grassland. After hiking in the sun for about three hours, the trail descends into a shaded forest. This is where trekkers can enjoy a beautiful waterfall. After leaving the waterfall and forest, trekkers will arrive at the lower part of the incredible ruins of Wiñaywayna, steps to climb to reach the superior edifications described as temples. We will have plenty of time for a guided exploration scorted by our experienced guide and time to explore and pictures in our own. By the time we arrive to this complex it wont be crowded, because most trekkers headed to the Sun gate and Machupicchu. It is recommended that you start the trek with at least 2 litres of water. After lunch in Wiñaywayna ruins we continue through a cloud forest full of bromelias, orchids and fern trees. You will walk the last part of the original trail with amazing features stone steps and tambos, resting places, and climb the 60 steps before arriving to the Inti Punku or "Sun`s Gate". From this point you will be able to contemplate and observe this marvelous place, last 45 minutes to be on front of this wonder, where you can feel an inner peace. Spend a short time for pictures and views then we prepare our mind for the next early morning, time to take a bus for 30 minutes to Aguas Calientes town. Hot springs pools are optional or just free time to chill out at this small village. Accommodation in private rooms with private bathroom, Hostel Viajeros or similar level accommodation.This is all considered a low altitude hike, but you would want to be fit. Dinner included. (If for any reason you decide not to do the trek you can continue by train to Aguas Calientes town and set early at your hotel and wait your group there, they will get down by 5 or 6 pm and join for the second day tour at Machupicchu).

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Hostal Viajeros or see additional options for Hotel Upgrade

Day 5: AGUAS CALIENTES, MACHUPICCHU GUIDED VISIT... RETURN TO CUSCO.

Early after a good breakfast re-live the history and the mysterious world of the Incas, we take the first bus up at approx 06.15am and arrive at the ruins at 06.45am. This time is still not so crowded so we take advantage of the tranquility of this sacred site ; Guided Tour of Machupicchu. This enigmatic city is explored for Approx 2 hrs and their mysteries and archaeological information will be explained by your expert guide, ( you generally have approx 6 hrs extra free time but depends on train timetables in high season.) Option to climb to the Huayna Picchu mountain (Please book a ticket in advance otherwise a nice walk to the Inca Bridge does not need a fee). Around 3:45 pm bus down to Aguas Calientes for your Train return. ( $9 )
The train departs Aguas Calientes late in the afternoon at 4:30 pm or train to Ollantaytambo then a 2 hour transport to Cusco arriving between 8- 9:00 pm approx)

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Hotel Marqueses

Day 6: FREE DAY ... ENJOY YOUR LAST DAY IN CUSCO

This last day in Cusco we take you in a nice Horse back riding tour for 4 hours nearby Chacan and Cusco Valley ( From 9:00 am to 12:00 ). So you can enjoy the county areas at the Valley of Yuncatpata.( Transport, horses and horseman included) Free afternoon for Inca Museum, San Blas or San Pedro Local Market walk or just for your last moment shopping.

OPTIONALS.-
WHITE WATER RAFTING Class III ( From 9.00 am to 4.00 on Extra of $45 pp) ; Transport , Equipment, guide and lunch) or MOUNTAIN BIKE TOUR to Maras, Moray and Salineras, a Classic in Cusco. (Transport, guide, bikes and Box lunch, Extra of $65 per person).
Please check availability in advance.

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Hotel Marqueses

Day 7: FAREWELL CUSCO... ADIOS CUSCO.

Adios al Cusco Free morning in Cusco ; Transfer to airport for the flight back to Lima. OR Extension flights or Transport to Puno -Lake Titicaca, the Amazon - Puerto Maldonado or Colca Canyon in Arequipa.

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What is Included:

  • Transfers from Airport at your arrival to Cusco (in and out)
  • Guided Sacred Valley tour with Buffet Lunch &
  • City Tour with private Transport and English speaking Tour Guide
  • 4 nights in Hotel Marqueses
  • 1 night in Ollantaytambo
  • 1 night in Hostel Viajeros in Aguas Calientes
  • 2 Day Inca Trail trek to Machu Picchu -Group service.
  • Bus down to Aguas Calientes
  • Meals as indicated.
  • Train return to Cusco.
  • Transfer to your Hotel

What is not Included:

  • Lima-Cusco / Cusco Lima Flight Tickets.
  • Cusco Tourist Ticket (130 soles approx $45 ) includes Optional Cusco Folk Dances and Music
  • Koricancha " Sun Temple" (10 soles) Cusco Cathedral ( 25 soles)
  • Meals when not indicated.
  • Hot springs 10 soles
  • Ticket for Huayna Picchu, US$60 Please check availability.

We recommend that you bring

  • Please bring your original passport for your trek.
  • Student card ISIC (if applicable.)
  • You only need to carry a small day pack
  • Water to drink ( 2 liters)
  • Camera, binoculars
  • Rain jacket or rain poncho in rainy season -Dec to March
  • Change of weather gear in rainy season -Dec to March
  • Basic toiletries, Hat for the sun
  • Sunscream with sun protection
  • Insect repellent for mosquitoes
  • (Malaria or Yellow fever not been reported)
  • Confortable hiking boots, runners or sturdy shoes
  • Money in soles or dollars. ATM´s or cash machines and travelers cheques in Aguas Calientes are more expensive to change.

Additional options

  • Please Note: Hostel Viajeros is not a 3 star hotel but it is clean, safe and comfortable with a friendly and very helpfull staff. They have private Twin, Double and Triple rooms, with small private bathrooms and hot gas water system. We try to include an economcal accomodation option for this tour package to make it accessable for everyone but recommend that if you are wanting better accomodation in Aguas Calientes to celebrate your accomplishment of the Inca trail then please request one of the recommended upgrades below.
  • Viajeros has one of the best locations in town, being very central at the foot of the bridge, only few blocks from Train and Bus Station and you don`t have to do anymore long uphill hikes to get to your room!
  • It is about 10 minutes from the hot spring open pools.
  • If you are wanting alternative accommodation this can be organized. These are some upgrade options and the corresponding supplemental cost based on double occupancy.
  • To guarantee your UP-GRADE hotel reservation, please include the payment of it in your tour booking deposit, so we can reserve and pay for your hotel in advance.
  • All Hotel policies requires a full payment of your accommodation 20-45 days prior your reservation date. Thanks for your cooperation.
  • UP-GRADING HOTELS:
  • Hostel Presidente US$25 pp
  • Hotel Santuario US$44 pp
  • Hotel Andina Luxury US$46 pp
  • MaPi by Inkaterra US$85 pp (Dinner and Breakfast included)
  • Hatuchay Tower US$120 pp
  • Hotel Inkaterra US$249 pp (Dinner and Breakfast included)
  • Sumaq Hotel US$195 Promotional (Dinner and Breakfast included)

Recommendations

  • Will I be able to climb Huayna Picchu (300 mts)
  • If you are wanting to include an ascent of Huayna Picchu in your visit to Machu Picchu, note that The trail to Huayna Picchu is safe but very vertical and is about an hour and a half round trip.….. beware that there are new regulations since July 2011 and permits have to be bought in advance. The cost to have a Machu Picchu entrance that includes the permits to climb Huayna Picchu is $60 but unfortunately at this moment the INC does not have separate Huayna Picchu permit to combine with the $100 Inca trail permit which already includes the Machu Picchu entrance. We have asked the INC to consider providing the opportunity for Inca trail trekkers to only pay for the separate Huayna Picchu permit which is really only about $10 but they have not yet provided for this so if you want to guarantee a permit to climb Huayna Picchu we must have this request in writing and confirmed at the time of your booking indicating you will pay the extra $60 for this permit. As this is a new cost and regulation we are still putting this option in the website reservation page so just indicate in comments for the moment.
  • There is a limit of only 400 permits for climbing Huayna Picchu and only 200 people are permitted to enter for each of the 2 sessions scheduled for 7am and 10 am. The guide will organise the tour of Machu Picchu around peoples climb of Huayna Picchu depending on how many in the group have permits. Please note your entrance to Machu Picchu and permit for Huayna Picchu are with your name and passport details so are non transferable and non refundable.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Upgrade to Delux room in Hotel Marqueses US$ 90 per person on Double basis room.
  • Up-grade to Vistadome Class Train Coach for Machupicchu tour US$ 70 per person
  • Note: Late bookings of this tour could incur an extra cost if only expensive flights are available: Please check this at time of interest in package. When requesting availability for this tour please indicate your exact flight arrival detail.

Booking Information

  • Thank you for deciding to register for a SAS Travel tour !
  • Step 1.- CLICK: CONFIRMED GROUP DEPARTURES
  • Step 2.- Select your tour and fill out with your personal details. If you are travelling as a couple, or with more persons you must book and pay with one reservation Code. But please complete details of your companion or group on lines below: Travelling with: (write Full names, Passport number, Age and Nationality). Once you finish sending us all your details you will receive a Reservation Code (eg: 240611001). Then you just need to pay your deposit, pay for 2 or more person in your group with ONE Reservation Code, so we can guarantee all your permits, tickets for Machupicchu, train tickets and tour all together in a group.
  • How to make your deposit and confirm your spots on the tour:
  • Step 3.- PAY A BOOKING-DEPOSIT with WESTERN UNION: US$ 300.00 per person through in order to: Irwin Poma Flores DNI 46612452 (SAS Travel, Cusco PERU) Upon transferring the money email us the Money Transfer Number (MTCN) copy of your reservation and amount paid to: office@sastravelperu.com and david@sastravelperu.com to confirm your deposit. We will confirm your reservation on the same day.
  • Step 3.- PAY A BOOKING-DEPOSIT ONLINE with MASTER CARD or VISA.- US$ 315.00 per person. (US$ 300.00 + 5% card charge). Payments by credit card will carry a surcharge of 5%. As soon as we receive your deposit we will procced purchasing your Permits for Inca Trail trek, tickets etc . We will send you a final confirmation of your tour with detailed information shortly. If you don`t receive your Confirmation within 48 hours please send us an email to: office@sastravelperu.com or feel free to Skype us: sas.travel.info or call us.
  • FINAL PAYMENT: The remaining balance needs to be paid at your arrival to Cusco in US$ Dollars cash or Peruvian soles (Exchange rate 2.90 Soles for US$1). Payments with credit / debit cards are accepted with a commission of 8%, Travelers' cheques with 3% only at our Office in Cusco.
  • Final payments of your tour IN ADVANCEwith card it is possible, it will be with 5% extra or you can transfer the balance through Western Union.

Terms & Conditions

  • SAS Travel CONDITIONS OF Short Inca Trail & Cusco 7 Day - Group Service.
  • Regarding conditions for this package the main item to understand clearly is the non refundable Inca trail permit so the deposit would be lost so these conditions are explained in depth.
  • SAS Travel -Terms & Conditions of 2 Day Inca Trail to Machupicchu
  • 2 Days / 1 Night (Minimum 2 paxs)
  • You must advise SAS Travel of any medical problems or allergies.
  • You need to be in good physical health and if your health is questionable, then you should consult a doctor.
  • If you are over the age of 65, then you will need to present us with a current medical certificate.
  • You must advise your guide if you wish to leave the group or the camping area for independent walks or sightseeing.
  • If you are experiencing any problems with the service of the guide or tour please advise the guide in that moment so he can resolve any problems as soon as possible
  • You must pay for your tour in full by 12:00 noon, 2 days before your departure.
  • Payment of your balance in the Cusco SAS Travel office is requested in cash US$ is easier but if you choose to pay in soles the rate charged is 3.0 soles for US$1
  • You can withdraw US$ or soles from the many ATM machines. Generally more economic on debit cards.
  • If a final payment is not made by 12 noon the day before any tour or service such as the Inca trail, the total balance will be charged to the credit card + the 5% commission.
  • The student US$40 discount for use of student cards is regulated by the park itself, not SAS Travel.
  • All student ISIC cards are validated by the control of the park and only valid if you scanned a clear copy of your valid ISIC card through with your deposit at the time of booking and it was confirmed.
  • A Youth Travel card is not accepted by the control.
  • You must carry your original passport and valid ISIC card (if applicable) on the trail, If you do not take the correct passport as indicated in your permit the control will annul your permit and refuse you entrance to the trail.
  • If for any reason, you organize a new passport after we have purchased your permits, you must bring the old passport with you, or if this is impossible advise us in writing with a scan of the old passport and your new passport for us to present to the INC with official documentation to avoid problems. Administration charge for this formal change is $15
  • For short 2 Day Inca Trail you only need to bring a small day pack with personal belonging, water to drink, sun lotion, insect repellent, camara and rain jacket in case
  • Change of dates is not possible after a permit has been processed.
  • Inca Trail Permits are non transferable nor refundable
  • The deposit will be forfeited, please note that we do this because we are prohibited to re-sell your spot after you have cancelled
  • Cancelation of tour once a permit has been registered up to 6 weeks in advance incurs a loss of US$150 non refundable booking deposit.
  • Cancelation of tour within 6 weeks to 2 weeks of departure incurs a loss of 60% of total tour cost...
  • Cancelation of tour within 2 weeks of departure incurs a loss of 90% of total tour cost...
  • However we can organise an alternative tour to visit Machu Picchu by train with overnight in Aguas Calientes joining your group and utilising your permit within this cancellation penalty charge.
  • Cancelation of tour on or after day of departure incurs a loss of total tour cost...however we can organise an alternative tour.
  • HOTEL MARQUESES INFORMATION AND CONDITIONS
  • The HOTEL MARQUESES is great value in a prime safe location, only 1 and 1/2 blocks from the main plaza with a lovely colonial courtyard and refurbished rooms. It has an amazing history going back 400 years which is great for classic photos! All rooms are equipped with heating, security boxes, cable T.V and private bathrooms .
  • Includes buffet breakfast and free shuttle transfer to and from the airport. Access to an English speaking staff person 24 hours a day.
  • Both Delux and Standard Rooms have private bathrooms with 24 hour hot water . Delux rooms have shower and bath and the rooms are very spacious with much more natural lighting and character. They are located in the front courtyard area. For those celebrating special occaisions, (maybe a Honeymoon) reserve “The Suite” - … tastefully furnished spacious rooms !
  • To recieve your free transfer from the airport please advise us of the full arrival details at least 3 days before arrival. Please send your flight arrival details (TIME / AIRLINE / FLIGHT #:/ DATE) to us once you have confirmed your flight. We need this information at least 3 days in advance. If you have any last minute flight changes ring (84 from Lima ) 264249 or if international use with country code (+51 84) 264249
  • Please note . Even though there are many people waiting around the airport trying to sell tours or hotels on your arrival…we do not have a Marqueses representative inside the airport except for the SAS transfer driver.
  • The SAS driver waits for you outside the arrival area with the SAS logo or Marqueses logo on a sign.
  • Checkout time is 10.00 am but you are welcome to leave luggage in storage for as long as you like!
  • Breakfast can be served from 05.30am if you indicate the night before.
  • Reconfirmation of domestic flights is a free service but please give the reception the details of your flight at least 2 days in anticipation so it can be reconfirmed and your shuttle transfer to the airport organised for you. We need your airline flight # and reservation code if you can find it. With Lan Peru flights you can do an online checkin select your seats and print out your boarding pass to allow your transfer to the airport to be organised for only 1 hour in advance. Otherwise with other airlines or without your boarding pass check in for domestic flights is required just under 2 hours before departure so we would need organise the transfer to the airport for around 2 hours before your flight time. Without the information in advance we may not be able to accommodate your transfer to the airport so please ensure you advise reception of your details early in your stay.
  • If you are feeling exceptionally ill for the altitude or any other health issue we generally contact Cusco Medical Assistance located in Av La Paz phone :224016 y 224178 and they work directly with peoples travel insurance to make things a bit easier.
  • Please note all rooms in the hotel are considered a smoke free zone. The open Colonial courtyard is the only area which is permitted for smoking to protect the art and historical items of the building.
  • Please feel free to use the book exchange in the second patio.
  • If you are unsure of anything that cannot be clarified easily through the hotel,
  • You can also ask Reception to contact Robyn to assist in English at any time.
  • FAILURE to contact the hotel at least 48 hours in advance to inform of a cancellation will result in a no show. For bookings in June, July and August cancellations must be confirmed at least 4 days in advance to avoid cancellation fees. (+51 84) 264249
  • In the case of a booking that reserves more than 3 rooms (ie group) a cancellation must be received by the hotel 5 days in advance to avoid a no show charge.