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Testimonials
AbigailJune 2013
Thank you so much for an amazing trip!! We had such a fun time. Erik was the most amazing guide. So knowledgeable about the trail and really made our trip the best!
Thank you!
HAN NGUYENJune 2013
Inca Trail was much more than I expected and I loved every minute of it. Our guide, Danny Ramirez, has a great sense of humor and was wonderful throughout the trip. Danny took the time to explain to us each of the ecological sites we stopped by and told us many interesting facts about the Inca people. Highly recommended tour guide!!
The porters were amazing. They took care of us very well. The food was amazing - a handmade cake for breakfast prior to our departure to Machu Picchu, handmade pizza with fresh tomatoes and ham, everything was delicious.
This was a once in a life time experience for me and I want to thank Danny and his team to make the trip an unforgettable one.
PeterMay 2013
Buenos Dias Amigos,
I´ve joined in the Inca Trail 4d/3n with SAS Travel with the guides Ruben and Michael. The trecking tour was a great experience, I enjoyed the tour - it was unforgettable for me. We were a funny group with two great guides . The 2nd day was a real challenge, but Ruben and Michael motivated and helped me when I had problems. All the SAS team was great - good food and good service, we had a very good time with unforgettable experiences in the nature and on the old Inca places and always with much fun. The greatest when we arrived the sun gate with the view of Machu Picchu in the morning on the 4th day!
A special event too the climbing up the Huayna Picchu at the end of the tour with Michael, we did it in the half time like recommended.
Thank you for all your efforts, for your service and for your help.
I remember a great time in Cusco and on the trail.
Muchas Gracias,
Peter.
SannaMay 2013
So much more what I ever expected, and I mean in everything !!!! The guides were amazing ( Ruben and Michael ; ), the food, the porters, the arrangements, just name it, everything worked so well. Now I really do understand why it is worth to pay maybe little bit more than just an ordinary tour operator, Sas Travel really makes your trip easy and that you can enjoy every moment of it, and very important point, with the excellent and professional guides who can really make a huge diffence while up there in the mountains....my best wishes to all SAS Travel staff, would return anytime with you, my Inca Trail was one of the top experiences of my life, thx to you ! Special greeting to our funny and the best guides, Ruben and Michael ; )
CassieMay 2013
AMAZING AND UNFORGETTABLE! Jimmy and Eric were our incredible guides on this fantastic journey. They were thoughtful guides who helped our group of 11 hikers bond right away. I can't emphasize enough how amazing the porters and chefs were- we had elaborate meals every day, and were always well-fed and hydrated. SAS did an exceptional job and it's clear that they are an elite company. Thank you for everything.
2 person US$ 1,950 p/person.
3 person US$ 1,690 p/person
4 person US$ 1,260 p/person.
5 person US$ 1,075 p/person
6 > 8 person US$ 920 p/person (Promotional Special Rate)
. Rates from May 2013
Add US$ 80.00 per person in each case.
Is it for me?
It is important to be in good physical condition to make this moderate rated but truly rewarding trek. If you want to visit a number of stunning Inca sites linked by a beautiful stone pathway built in the midst of the most incredible scenery in rising altitudes. A good mix of culture, nature, archaeology and scenic beauty. ..then this is for you! Book early, Get in shape, Get good boots and have fun... !
For families, group of friends.
Difficulty
Moderate to Challenging.
Briefing
The night before there is a pre.departure briefing at 7.00 pm at your hotel with your tour guide.
The permits for Inca Trail trek are so limited, only 200 permits available per day FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED. You must book and pay a booking deposit well in advance. For high season (May to October, 6-4 months in advance.) Low season (November to April, 4-3 months in advance.) CHECK INCA TRAIL AVAILABILITY in real time. (Click: QUERIES -Select: CAMINO INKA -Select: Month and Year).
See on Step 1: AVAILABILITY Book ONLINE on Step 2: BOOKINGS Get a Code (Purchase Number) and pay a booking deposit of US$ 400.00 p/person with Western Union to Mr: Irwin Jesus POMA FLORES (Peru) OR
Pay a booking deposit ONLINE on Step 3: TO PAY ONLINE with Master Card US$ 420.00 p/person. Book and pay as soon as possible to avoid disappointments.
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FAST COUPLES or GROUPS BOOKING: Please sellect the tour and departure date required, then fill out your personal details on Step 2, then below fill out details of your group in Traveling with: once you have finalized you will get a Reservation Code (Purchase number) to pay with. For any assistance Call or Skype us and we can confirm your permits in only few minutes with our english/french speaking staff.
WHAT WE HAVE FOR YOU: The best itinerary and campsites for each night, including Wiñaywayna camp. Pick up from your hotel at 05:00 am on Day 1. Tour with the best Inca Trail guides, extraordinaire chefs (Gourmet Peruvian meals) and well respected and better paid porters (The Blue Label Team). Treated drinkable water provided on route. Packed snacks in Machupicchu and snack lunch with Pisco Sour in Aguas Calientes, before your train to Cusco. Confirmed and Guaranteed Daily departures on any date you wish. Welcome group of friends, couples or solo travellers. New and decent tents and equipment. 100% Operated by SAS Travel. Free Luggage Storage in Cusco at Hotel Marqueses..
TICKET FOR HUAYNAPICCHU MOUNTAIN.- (Those trekkers who want to climb the Huaynapicchu Mt. once they finished Inca Trail trek need to pay a deposit ONLINE of US$ 385.00 pp with Master Card or Visa card, so we can purchase your Ticket for the 2nd turn at 11:00 am OR a ticket for the next day, just send us an email.) Inca Trail trek with SAS Travel... ...an spiritual pilgrimage throughout the Inca Trail and Machupicchu for your mind, body and soul... unique adventure for your senses ! Quality tours with a special personal touch !!
The Inca Trail Office started the selling of permits last week, SAS Travel have obtained succesfully permits for all our passenger who reserved and paid a deposit under (Marquez Viajes y Servicios) our sister tour company. There are still a lot of spaces on Jan, March, April, on May permits are selling out fast.
Special Offer
4 Nights for the price of 3 in MARQUESES BOUTIQUE Hotel in Cusco or FREE Up-grade to Delux rooms for the price of Standard room. To get this offer you must quote it at the time of booking and payment is required in $ USD cash. Please book through this website but you must indicate your tour with SAS Travel (This offer is only valid for accomodation dates from JAN 1st 2013 to APRIL 15th 2013). For months May- Aug- Stay 4 Nights FREE Up-Grade to Suite for the price of Delux rooms ..... to get this offer you must quote it at the time of booking and payment is required in $USD cash. www.hotelmarqueses.com
INCA TRAIL SPIRITUAL 5D/4N "PILGRIMAGE to MACHUPICCHU" An spiritual journey for your mind, body and soul...
-Escorted by an expert mountain guide and a gifted Andean shaman.
-Ceremony and rituals to our Apus, Auquis and sacred mountains.
-Offering to Pachamama -Mother Earth called Despacho or "prayer bundle"
-Coca leaves ceremony “Coca-Kintuy” with our chaskis and staff.
-Rituals are performed at sacred sites along the Inca Trail and Machupicchu.
-Arriving to Inti-pinku at mid day, time to enjoy the sunset in Machupicchu.
-Different campsites, avoiding crowded campsites.
-Enjoy the natural hot springs in Aguas Calientes. Night in a Hotel in A.C
-Early guided tour in Machupicchu, extra time to explore.
-Finish your special walk climbing to HuaynaPicchu, Tickets are required.
-New Eureka comfortable tents "Outfitter 4", 2 person per tent.
-Personal porter for 6 Kg included.
-Extra walks to Inca Bridge.
*GUIDES: Saul Palma, Wilfredo Gibaja, Ernesto Farfan, Isaac Andrade.
Program Itinerary
Day 1: CUSCO- PISAQ - SACRED VALLEY OF THE INKAS- PISKACUCHO KM 82, INCA TRAIL TO MACHUPICCHU- LLAQTAPATA (CAMPING)..
At 5:45 am Pick up from your Hotel in Cusco and transfer to Awanacancha "The weaving andean museum" Alpacas, llamas, vicuñas farm in their natural environment to see how these cameloids were domesticated well in the Andes of South America, also to appreciate a different communities weavers demostrating their ancestral abilities using natural fibers and colors before the famous and traditional Inka town of Pisaq, you will have a 1 hour free time to enjoy the typical Market of Pisac great place for pictures, shopping artistic souveniers from local "Piseños" artists in wood, ceramics, in silver and weavings, then we have a guided walk tour for 2 hours in Pisaq Inka Citadel, afterward we continue in our private transport through small beautiful towns as Coya, Lamay, Calca, Yucay which is part of the famous Sacred Valley of the Inkas, then we stop in Urubamba for a delicious Peruvian lunch. After lunch our private vehicle continue to km 82 (start of the Inca Trail) takes approx 1.5 hrs. This afternoon we start our fascinating pilgrimage walk to one of the most impresive and magic place in the world Machupicchu throught to the 28 miles walk, scorted by our expert guide and our Qero`s chaman and our cheerful chaskis, all togheter will transport you in the time to connect you with ancient Inca`s traditions, philosophy and spiritual rituals practiced at the period of the Inkas. An spiritual journey in the Andes of Peru for your mind, body and soul...
Our trek will start at 2,580 mtrs with a small climb, rewarded with superb views of mountain Veronica, (Wakaywillka Apu mountain) 3 hours for a beautiful gentle walk through the left side of famous Wilkamayo river, the sacred Urubamba river to reach before dark to our first camp at Llaqtapata (2,800ms) where our "Chaskis" from Willoq Community our great collaborators in carring all camping gear will welcome us at arrival. Our walking times are always approximate depending on weather conditions, group ability and a thousand other possiblities. Approx 9 Kilometers - walking - 3 hours. Acclimatizing date.
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Day 2: LLAQTAPATA - CUSICHAKA - WAYLLABAMBA- DEAD WOMAN´S PASS- PACAYMAYO (CAMPING).
Our chaskis will wake you up with a hot Coca tea cups, the local medicine for the Soroche the altitude sickness or cup of coffee. We will explore Llaqtapata Inka town restored by archaeologist recently and walk inside this fascinating place, our guide will offer you different theories in his lectures, then return for our campsite for our beakfast, by 7.30 am we start walking through the Cusichaca Cayon following the left route toward Tarayoc ,Hatunchaca and Wayllabamba village, then we turn to the right toward Ayapata and Llullucha were we stop for our lunch and relax in middle of amazing views. In the afternoon you walk from about the last 400 meters to reach Warmiwañuska (Dead woman`s pass) you can walk at your own pase, stop to get your breath whenever you like. You will find your energy returns once you continue down to the Valley of Pacaymayo. Campsite at 3600 m. This is the coldest night +2/+4 degrees celcius (December) -3/-5 degrees celcius (June) Approx 12 km - walking 7 hours.
Exceptionally beautiful because there are many Inka ruins to explore and incredible stone paved road (and more importantly for your lungs, there is a lot more down than up!!!). The nicer part of the entire trek is here, first the spectacular views at both sides of the mountains, after seen the "Apachetas" the 3 highest point enroute viewed from the first pass, and realize that the stone road connecting these small monasteries or temples are in a good condition and well maintained after hundreds of years. Little climb from the campsite to Runcurakay a semi-circular construction for ritual and offering purposes, afterward climbing more Inca steps to see 2 small lakes and little more to reach the second pass at 4,000 meters. "Runcuracay Pass" A great view to the Pumasillo snow-capped mountain. Then all our path is descending steps for 3 hours passing Sayacmarca, where we will have a break and have enough time to walk around this Inka complex to enjoy the stories and lectures from your guide and take some unique and beautiful pictures from this high corner, then we continue steps down to follow a granite rock road at the middle of the cloud forest near Chakicocha with an impressive view on front of us from the great Apu the Salkantay mountain which inspired to the builders to choose this beautiful area to build it. We will pass through the natural tunnel and get to our third campsite at Phuyupatamarca, the little town in the clouds, it’s a really nice campsite for the location of this place.
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Day 4: PHUYUPATAMARKA- WIÑAYWAYNA - INTIPATA - INTIPUNKU, SUN´S GATE - MACHUPICCHU - AGUAS CALIENTES ( CAMPING OR HOSTEL)
Get up early to enjoy the spectacular views, Phuyupatamarca means the town in the clouds.. so early at the morning it is misty and clouds cover it, after our breakfast and pack our gear, we continue steps down and stop at the complex to explore it and learn about the construction tecniques, a great place for pictures, afterward we follow descending the 2,000 steps to Wiñaywayna in the middle of cloud and rain forest vegetation, bambus and lianes, with luck you will see some varieties of humingbirds and the cock of the rocks "Gallito de las Rocas" the national bird of Peru. Then we will arrive to Wiñaywayna and Intipata both spectacular places to explore and visit, rest time for a shower in this small lodge, early lunch to continue the last part of our journey toward Intipunku, "The gate of the sun" the principal entrance to Machupicchu.
We will arrive in a perfect time to see the tranquility of this magic place and enjoy the sunset. It is still 40 minutes to walk down from Intipunku to Machupicchu. Here is the best spot to contemplate in the total dimmention the harmony that exist here, the footprints of a great civilization ruled by love, kindness and respect to the mother nature, the mixture of the nature and human work inspired and dedicated to our humankind creator.
After of this amazing time here, we board a bus to Aguas Calientes for 30 minutes . Hotel Viajeros will be witing for us in Aguas Calientes town, Time to go to the hot springs and our special Dinner. Early good night to rest enough for tomorrow our big day… visit, explore and discover of Machupicchu !! (There is an option to skip the night in Aguas Calientes town after your trek and if you prefere another night in camping, this can be sort it out easily, just please let us know.)
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Day 5: AGUAS CALIENTES - MACHUPICCHU -AGUAS CALIENTES - CUSCO.
Early breakfast at Viajeros Hotel and accompanied by your tour guide we board the first bus up the the Sanctuary of Machupicchu for our full exploratory day, guided tour in the most and remarkable temples and areas of Machupicchu.
Machupicchu, the lost city of the Incas, where the last emperors, priests and priestesses took refuge and where the empire survived for 40 years after the arrival of the Spaniards. Secret and mysterious citadel from the time of Pachacutec Inca Yupanqui (IX-Inca`s Dinasty) emperor, his presumed constructor. Then apparently its existence was even well-known only by the authorities and the priests of the Tawantinsuyo “The four lands of the empire”. Machupicchu prodigy of architecture of aesthetic recklessness and by the magestic and harmony of its forms, by the impeccable organization of its terraces, stairs, buildings, patios, passages that are set up in this nest of condors, surrounded by mountains, between the mountain range and the forest like but the extraordinary constructive feat of the pre-Hispanic man.
Packed lunch will be provided, by 3 pm we board the bus down to Aguas Calientes.
At 16:30 pm train returning to Cusco arriving at 9:00 pm approx, then met by our driver for private transport to your hotel. * Please note Hotel Viajeros is not a 3 star hotel but is clean, safe and comfortable.
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What is Included:
Pre-departure briefing at 7 pm presented by your tour guide
the night before of your tour in your Hotel.
Day 1
Collection from your hotel in Cusco.
Private tour to the Sacred Valley, Awanacancha Alpaca Farm.
Private bus to km 82 –Piskacucho village (trek starting point)
Visit of Yucay Valley and Lunch in Urubamba.
Permit to the Inca Trail Trek National Sanctuary and Park.
1 Excellent experienced top SAS mountain leader-guide.
A shaman for the rituals and ceremonies.
1 expert SAS gourmet mountain cook and assistants.
1 group coordinator, 1 chief of porter and 8 porters.
Dining and kitchen tent, camping tables and stools
Toilet tent with biodegradable system.
Guided visit of Miskay and Cusichaca Canyon.
Happy hour with macho-tea and hot drinks every afternoon.
Camp at Llaqtapata, Buffet Dinner and hot drinks, (vegetarian option.)
2 person per tent (new spacious Eureka Timberline tent)
Thick, comfortable sleeping mattress, (Pillows by request)
Buckets of hot water for washing in your tent.
24 hours Oxygen assistance and first aid kit.
Day 2
A gentle start to the day with a wake up coca tea in your tent.
Hearty breakfast cereal and fruits to climb Dead woman`s pass
Boiled purified water after breakfast to refill your bottles
1 Excellent experienced top SAS mountain leader-guide.
1 expert SAS gourmet mountain cook, assistants.
1 group coordinator, 1 chief of porter and porters.
Dining tent and kitchen tent, camping tables and stools.
Toilet tent with biodegradable system.
Buffet lunch in Pacaymayo and hot drinks, (vegetarian option.)
Guided visit of Wayllabamba,Ayapata and Llulluchapampa.
Camp at Llullucha, Buffet Dinner and hot drinks. (vegetarian option.)
Happy hour with macho-tea and hot drinks every afternoon
2 person per tent (new spacious Eureka Timberline tent)
Thick, comfortable sleeping mattress, (Pillows by request)
Buckets of hot water for washing
Happy hour with macho-tea and hot drinks every afternoon
24 hours Oxygen assistance and first aid kit.
Day 3
A cup of hot chocolate tea or coffe kindly brought to your tent
Hearty breakfast cereals, bread, eggs and hot drinks.
Boiled purified water after breakfast to refill your bottles
1 Excellent experienced top SAS mountain leader-guide.
1 expert SAS gourmet mountain cook, assistants.
1 group coordinator, 1 chief of porter and porters.
Dining tent and kitchen tent, camping tables and stools.
Buffet lunch in Wiñaywayna and hot drinks. (vegetarian option.)
Guided visit of Pacaymayo,Runkurakay,Sayaqmarca,Inca tunnel.
Camp at Phuyupatamarka,Buffet Dinner and hot drinks. (vegetarian option.)
2 person per tent (new spacious Eureka Timberline tent)
Thick, comfortable sleeping mattress, (Pillows by request)
Buckets of hot water for washing and hands towels
Happy hour with macho-tea and hot drinks at afternoon
24 hours Oxygen assistance and first aid kit.
Day 4
A cup of hot chocolate tea or coffe
Hearty breakfast cereals and pancakes
Boiled purified water after breakfast to refill your bottles
1 Excellent experienced top SAS mountain leader-guide.
1 expert SAS gourmet mountain cook, assistants.
1 group coordinator, 1 chief of porter and porters.
Entrance fee for Machupicchu archaeological Sanctuary.
Guided visit of Intipata and Wiñaywayna.
Lunch in Wiñaywayna.
Arriving at 4:00 pm to Machupicchu for sunset.
Bus from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes.
Hostel Viajeros for the night with comfortable beds.
Time to go to the hot springs or shop around the village.
Dinner
Day 5
Early breakfast and Bus to Machupicchu for 25 minutes.
3-4 guided tour in Machupicchu and extra time for yourself.
Buffet lunch in Aguas Calientes or Box Lunch by request.
Bus descend to Aguas Calientes.
Tourist Expedition train return to Poroy Station and SAS bus to Cusco.
Return to Plaza Regocijo end of our tour.
Personal 6 Kg porter for the entire trek.
GROUP SIZE : 2 person minimum.
(Price according number of passenger)
SAS Travel HIGHLIGHTS:
Visit and guided tours of the 7 Inca archaeological sites en route.
Boiled purified water after breakfast to refill your bottles.
11 nutritious, delicious buffet meals with fresh, high quality ingredients, high in energy value and prepared carefully to avoid illness by our excellent cooks.
Vegetarian food and specialised diets by request, combination of International and Peruvian Cuisine 4 Breakfast ,4 Lunches, 3 Dinners.
Fairly treated porters carry the equipment, tents, food, cooking gear and dining tents.
Accommodation, personal equipment, enough food, transport, permits and entrance fees for our porters and cooks.
Health Insurance for our porters, cooks, assistants and field crew.
Free storage for your backpack in Aguas Calientes.
Free and safe Storage while you are on tours in Hotel Marqueses.
Inca Trail Survivor Certificate signed by your guides.
Confirmed Expedition train return to Cusco.
Biodegradable soap and hand cleansing gel.
Special rate at Hotel Marqueses in Cusco.
100% Operated by SAS Travel.
We guarantee 100% Peruvian SAS top tour leaders.
What is not Included:
Visitor Ticket for Sacred Valley tour 70 soles.
Ticket for Huaynapicchu $70.00 p/person (Optional)
Sleeping bag -8ºC US$ 25.00
Walking poles $ 20.00 ( a pair of poles )
Single tent US$70.00
Bottle water, drinks snacks in Aguas Calientes.
Tips for your trek staff, its a tradition but not mandatory.
We recommend that you bring
Original passport and original ISIC student card if applicable : imperative
A Daypack for water bottle,and personal items
sleeping bag (-8ºC)
Hiking boots
Trekking poles.
Warm clothes , layers for variable temperature especially at night.
Thermals : Gloves / scarf : wool socks / woolen hat for cold nights
T-shirts and trekking pants that zipoff to short pants for a comfy day walks
Flash light : head torch
Camera and extra batteries
Sunprotection : sunscreen : sun hat and sunglasses
Personal medical kit / insect repellent
Rain Gear: poncho/ a good rain jacket
Toiletries / toilet paper / small towel
2 litre water bottle, disposable water bottles are not permited in Machu Picchu
Extra money for drinks & tips, souvenirs etc ( soles or dollars )
Bathing clothes for the hot springs. optional.
Additional options
Please Note: Hostel Viajeros in Aguas Calientes town 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. Hostel 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 pools. We try to include an economical accommodation option for this tour package to make it accessible for everyone but recommend that if you are wanting better accommodation in Aguas Calientes to celebrate your accomplishment of the Inca Trail trek or tour then please request one of the recommended hotel Upgrades below.
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If you are wanting alternative accommodation this can be organized. These are some upgrade accommodation options and the corresponding supplemental cost based on double occupancy.
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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 require full payment of your accommodation 20-45 days prior your reservation date.
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UP-GRADING HOTELS in Aguas Calientes: Based on 2 people sharing a room, price is p/person.
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Hotel Presidente or Green Nature US$ 25.00 p/person
Hotel Santuario US$ 44.00 p/person.
Hotel Andina Luxury US$ 46.00 p/person.
Mapi -INKATERRA US$ 90.00 p/person.(Include Dinner and Breakfast)
Hotel Hatuchay Tower US$145.00 p/person
Hotel INKATERRA US$ 260.00 p/person.(Include Dinner and Breakfast)
Sumaq Hotel 5 stars US$ 210.00 p/person.(Include Dinner and Breakfast)
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Hotel in Machupicchu
Sanctuary Lodge US$ 490.00 p/person.(Include Dinner and Breakfast)
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IMPORTANT: You must present your passport with the TAM immigration slip to all hotel accommodations. The national sales tax (18%) is charged to all Peruvian citizens and foreigners staying 60 consecutive days or more. In case the room is shared by both a taxable and non-taxable guest at the same time, the sales tax will be applied to the whole room. So please take every caution to not lose this piece of paper. You need to bring it to the Cusco office for your checkin.
Frequently Asked Questions
Please note that we would like to form a small group of participants 7-8 person for this trek so price would be US$ 780 each, so we can adventise in our website some spots. OR if your preference is walkings this as a private trek please let us know.
Otherwise due to the interested people or availability of Permits at the Park office, price of this Package would be according the number of participants, please see the list.
As this package requires permits for Inca trail permits you must ensure to check with us before booking or see the Availability website.
Inca Trail SPECIAL 5D/4N "Pilgrimage" Magical journey to Machupicchu, escorted tour with a especialized mountain guide and an andean shaman, ceremonies important sites en route. Daily departures when Inca Trail permits are available. (Inca trail permits are limited, book in advance).
Booking Information
Thank you for deciding to register for a SAS Travel tour !
Step 2.- Select your tour and please fill out with your personal details in each format. Fill out details of your companion or group on lines below: Traveling with (First name and surname, Passport number, Age and Nationality, Contact Phone and Skype address) If you are travelling as a couple, or with more people you must pay with one reservation Code.
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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 for trek, 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$ 500.00 per person through in order to: Irwin POMA FLORES. 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$ 525.00 per person. (US$ 500.00 +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.
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FINAL PAYMENT: The remaining balance needs to be paid at your arrival to Cusco in US$ Dollars cash (Exchange rate 2.90 Soles for US$1). or Travelers' cheques with 3% only at our Office.
Payments with credit / debit cards need to be made 2 weeks prior to the Inca Trail and only accepted with the commission of 5% included. You should contact us 2 weeks prior to the tour responding to the email with your confirmation requesting any final items to be added and then we can reconfirm the exact balance to be paid plus the 5% commission. You then can enter the same online system with your reference code and make the balance payment.
If you prefer not to use the online system you can skype sas.travel and we can do a manual payment for you quickly and easily. Or you can use Western Union.
Terms & Conditions
SAS Travel TERMS and CONDITIONS Inca Trail Spiritual "PILGRIMAGE" Trek 5D/4N -Private Service. (Minimum 2 person.)
1.- You must advise SAS Travel of any medical problems or allergies. You need to be in good physical health and if your health is questionable, then you should consult a doctor. If you are over the age of 65, then you will need to present us with a current Medical Certificate.
2.- You must advise your guide if you wish to leave the group or the camping area for independent walks or sightseeing. If you are experiencing any problems with the service of the guide or tour please advise the principal guide in that moment so he can resolve any problems as soon as possible.
3.- You must pay for your tour in full by 12:00 noon, 5-2 days before your departure. If you want to pay your final balance in advance using a card please contact us, you can do this providing your cards details and authorization. We accept US$ Dollar cash or Peruvian currency Soles at our office in Cusco when paying the final balance. Our rate exchange is S/ 2.90 Soles for US$1 or cash US$. (You can withdraw Soles or US$ 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 trek, the total balance will be charged in US$ Dollars to your credit card plus the 5% commission.
4.- 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 accepted 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.
5.- 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 request to pay a new Entrance admission. 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 US$15.00
6.- Personal shared porter for 6 Kg is included in your trek, a duffle bag is provided at your briefing, still you need to carry a personal daypack with your belongings water bottle, camera and snacks.
7.- Change of dates is not possible after a permit has been processed and due to the Park regulations. It is non transferable nor refundable Permits. The deposit will be forfeited. Please note that we do this because we are prohibited to re-sell your spot after you have cancelled.
8.- Cancelation made by Clients:
8.- a.- The Cost of the tour is based on the number of participant in the trek, if cancelation produce the deposit will be forfeited to cover fees payments.
8.- b.- Cancelation of tour once a permit has been registered up to 6 weeks in advance incurs a loss of booking deposit (US$300.00 non refundable fee.)
8.- c.- Cancelation of tour within 6 weeks to 2 weeks of departure incurs a loss of 60% of total tour cost...
8.- d.- Cancelation of tour within 2 weeks to 5 days of departure incurs a loss of 80% of total tour cost...
8.- e.- Cancelation of tour within 5 days - 36 hours 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 completing the tour as normal from here.
8.- f.- Cancelation of tour within 36 hours of departure incurs a loss of total tour cost...however we can organise an alternative tour to visit Machu Picchu joining your group and utilising your permit, completing the tour as normal from here within this cancellation penalty charge if train tickets are available . The only extra charge is the cost of the train to Aguas Calientes. US$60.00 or with a Vistadome upgrade US $79.00
9.- The full package includes: Transport to Cusco the train return depends on train company availability. The train company only confirm the train schedule option to trekking agencies a few days before a trek for one way tickets from Aguas Calientes in high season. The train schedule offered could be anywhere between 4pm and 9pm and usually requires a private bus connection from Ollantaytambo to Cusco provided by SAS Travel. Our preference would be a train departure between 5pm - 6pm but needs to have enough seats available to accomodate the group and usually this is not an issue except around large festivals such as Inti Raymi, Independence day and Easter.
10.- If you become ill or injured on the trail and are unable to continue, a porter will be provided to accompany you back to an area with emergency assistance capabilities. helicopter air lifts and medical assistance are paid at the expense of the passenger, if you fail to complete the tour due to illness we will assist you to meet with your group at machupicchu to recommence your tour at that point, although there will be no refund from the original payment.we will, however, present you with a document to certify illness and which can be used to present to your travel insurance company.
11.- SAS Travel will take all reasonable care in providing service to our clients to avoid accident, illness, loss of personal property and will only employ suitably qualified staff. We accept responsibility for the actions of our own employees. SAS Travel cannot however be responsible for any action or event that was unforeseeable or unavoidable. We also cannot be responsible for improper acts by clients or other third party. You are totally responsable for your own personal property and rented equipment.
12.- SAS Travel does not take responsibility for additional costs due to unfavorable weather conditions, natural catastrophe, strikes, accidents, illness, injury, loss of personal items, etc. It is the clients responsibility to carry insurance to cover these types of events. We reserve the right to modify or cancel the program due to any of the unforeseen conditions listed above.
13.- In extreme cases when “ Inca trail to Machupicchu” is declared closed for safety reasons SAS Travel can replace your trek with an alternative trek such as 5 day Lares trek or 5 day Choquequirao trek and your booking deposit money will be used for this or if you prefer an alternative tour such as 4 day lake Titicaca package or Jungle trip etc.to give you some of the many options.
14.- Final Payments.- We accept US$ cash or Soles at our office in Cusco when paying the final balance. Payments with cards with 5% comission.
15.- Travel Insurance, we recommend that full travel insurance is taken, which includes cover, under certain circumstances, against the loss of deposit or cancellation charges. Please note that no reimbursements are given when cancellations occur or for any unused services.
SAS Travel will do everything possible to assure a safe and enjoyable trip but we will not accept any responsibility for damages, injuries, losses, expenses due to delays, for any cause whatsoever, this applies to any person or property in connection with any service we or our intermediaries provide, which result directly or indirectly from acts of God or forces mayor.
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