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The Inca Trail: There are many trails built by Incas in Peru and South America, but there is one Inca Trail-the one that was the Incas "Royal highway" to Machupicchu. Hiram Bingham, discoverer of Machupicchu in 1911, found the trail in 1915. The highway was traced and explored in more details in 1942 by the Viking Expedition with Paul Fejos 1941.
There is nothing like the feeling of discovery you get when, after 4 days of hiking stone-paved Inca pathways, you finally ascend the last trail, walk to the arch of Intipunku ("Gate of the Sun"), and see spread before you Machupicchu, the beautiful, enigmatic, "lost city" of the Incas. To arrive on foot, as the Incas did, is to step back in time and feel a real link with Inca history. The Inca Trail to Machupicchu is a classic hike. There are few short hikes anywhere in the world that can offer such a mix of jungle and sierra, so many secluded ruins to explore en route, and such stunning mountain views- plus the thrill of culminating at the most famous archaeological site on the continent... MachuPicchu.
Walking the Inca Trail with SAS Travel, Fully portered trek where your comfort is our prime responsibility, we make sure that you get the best experience of your holiday while you interact with the locals, explore and rediscover remote ancient Inca buildings, learning some Quechua words and history, take in the stunning landscape surrounding you and simply feel one with mother nature, while we carry your gear, prepare your meals, set up your camps and take care of all your requirements. At SAS Travel we want you to worry about nothing but getting the maximum out of your trip... just exceeding your expectations !!
Testimonials
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.
Denise H & Hasmik YApril 2013
Phenomenal trip. We were so incredibly lucky to have Eddy and Herlin to guide our big group of 15 hikers. They were so passionate and incredibly well-informed about the ruins, the medicinal plants along the trail, and took us to less-frequented spots that made this trip very special.
In fact, we were all commenting on our luck on how this trip came together-- the fun & amazing guides, the beautiful weather, bonding with our fellow hikers, the phenomenal cooking (ceviche in the middle of the Andes!), the dedicated and hard-working chasquis -- we all felt very well taken care of by our fellow brothers.
Sulpayki, SAS!
Melonie BlancaneauxApril 2013
SAS thank you! Nothing written here would be able to express the amazing experience of having Eddy G , Oscar and JC as guides on the Inca trek. Or being pampered by the Chaskey (group from Pisac) and being fed absolutely devine food by Julio and his assistant! It will always remain an unforgettable experience and only good things will be repeated about SAS by this satisfied customer! SAS was referred to my by a friend who was pleased with the experience and so it shall continue to be!
SAS gracias! Nada de lo aquí escrito sería capaz de expresar la increíble experiencia de tener Eddy G, Oscar y JC como guías en la caminata Inca. O ser mimado por el Chaskey (grupo de Pisac) y que se alimenta de alimentos absolutamente divino por Julio y su ayudante! Siempre será una experiencia inolvidable y sólo cosas buenas se repetirá sobre SAS por este cliente satisfecho! SAS se refiere a mi por un amigo que estaba contento con la experiencia y lo que seguirá siendo!
rebecca cassinApril 2013
hello i am just back from the inca trail, our guides wer eddie, elmar and hadar. it was the best experience of my life they were fantastic , the made everybody feel so welcome and made the whole experience amazing. i made some lifelong frends on the hike and learned so much about the world and myself. the chskys were amazing and were briliant getting involved in our nigthly games. all these guys shud be awarded in someway for the briliant fantastic work they do. i will definitly be reccomending SAS to everybody.
Theresia GartwylJanuary 2013
Dear Friends in Peru. I was in the Group to walk the Inca Trail from the 17/11-20/11 2012. It was absolutely wonderful, magic, interesting and a lot to learn. Thanks so very much for the amazing four days to our Guides Hilbert and Elvis. They were so helpful, patient, and lots of fun, and they also know the Inca History so well and tell it with so much passion that it is wonderful and very emotional to listen to them. The food was amazing, The cooks, chefs, porters, everyone in the BLUE TEAM was great and deserves a huge thank you and a big Hug from Australia. Also SAS Travel is an amazing Tour and Travel Agency and i will recomend you all over the world to all my family and friends. Thanks again and all the Best and a big Hug to you all.
Theresia Gartwyl
Brisbane
Australia
As this package includes the 4 Day Inca trail trek in which permits availability are Limited you must ensure there are still permits available in our website: Click: AVAILABILITY & BOOKINGS or send us an email requesting your interested date.
Booking your Package in advance ( 4-6 months) guarantee to get your permits.
Price Information
US$ 950.00 p/person
(Based on Double / Triple accommodation)
Please Note
US$ 910.00 p/person with ISIC student card. (Based in Double or Triple accommodation) Single Supplement US$ 140.00
Overview
" 4 Day Inca Trail Trek, Pisac, Ollanta & Magic Cusco " DAILY DEPARTURES
Availability : Daily Departures
Shared Service with English speaking tour guides
Minimum: 2 participants.
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... !
Difficulty
Shared Service with English speaking tour guides
Minimum: 2 participants.
Grade of difficulty: Moderate to Challenging.
Inca Trail -PREMIUM, Sacred Valley Tour with a night in Ollanta & Aguas Calientes after your Trek 8D/7N.
Last Minute Information
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 deposit well in advance. For high season (May to October, 6-5 months in advance.) See on Step 1: AVAILABILITY Low season (November to April, 4-3 months in advance.) Permits for Inca Trail are SOLD OUT until August 15 th 2013... so we recommend you to hike the 5 Day Salkantay and Machupicchu trek, 4 Day Lares and Machupicchu trek or the 3 Day Huchuy Qosqo and Machupicchu trek instead, these tours are still great options if you expect a lot of walks and fantastic views, (for more information please see Trekking to Machupicchu - Alternative treks).Book ONLINE on Step 2: BOOKINGS Get a Code (Purchase Number) and pay a booking deposit of US$ 500.00 per person through Western Union to Mr: Irwin Jesus POMA FLORES (Peru) or Pay a booking deposit ONLINE on Step 3: TO PAY ONLINE with Master Card or Visa card US$ 525.00 per person. Book and pay as soon as possible to avoid disappointments.
FAST COUPLES or GROUPS BOOKING: Choose the tour of your preference and package departure date, 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 a booking deposit 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$ 70.00 per person (US$ 40.00 pp for students with ISIC green student card) 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 !!
Day 1. Reception and transfer at your arrival to Cusco, english speaking transfer to Hotel Marqueses or Hotel Jose Antonio. Free time to relax and adjust to the altitude of Cusco 3,400 m many cups of coca leaf tea; or afternoon Inca Temples and Cusco guided Tour to see the famous Saqsawaman and Koricancha Incas temples with fascinating architecture and history. Day 2. A guided Sacred Valley tour... explore the typical Pisac Market and Ruins of Pisac, Valley of Yucay and Urubamba, time to explore in Ollantaytambo village Night in Apu Lodge or Ollanta Lodge. OR White Water River Rafting in Urubamba River, Night in Ollantaytambo. The best start for acclimatization before your Inca Trail Trek. Day 3. Inca Trail , meet with your trekkers camarades in Ollanta and drive 1 hr to start of hike, espectacular views of the Veronica snow capped mountain on the right side, acclimate day 1 on famous Inca trail to Machupicchu.Extra 6 Kg personal shared porter for the entire trek. Day 4. Inca Trail ,second day climb to the highest point on the trail 4,200 m , camp at Chakicocha, before we will explore Ruckurakay mirador and the second pass at 3,800 m. Day 5. Inca Trail , Explore Inca temples as Sayacmarca, Phuyupatamarca and Wiñaywayna. Day 6. Inca Trail , early walk through Sun`s gate and arrive to Machupicchu, guided tour, free time to explore, optional climbing to Huaynapicchu (US$ 70.00 extra cost) Accommodation in Aguas Calientes town, hot springs to complete the adventure and renew your energies !. Night in Aguas Calientes in private room accommodation. Day 7. At 9:00 am return to Ollanta by Expedition Deluxe train and van to Cusco. Transfer to Hotel Marqueses Day 8. Transfer to Airport or Bus Terminal..
. AVAILABILITY,REGISTERING AND PAYING A DEPOSIT:
Complete the personal details for every person in your group using a separate Reservation Form and the Reservation Form will appear on screen with a ´Reservation Code` CLICK ON: AVAILABILITY AND BOOKING or contact: david@sastravelperu.com
Program Itinerary
Day 1: ARRIVAL TO CUSCO
Reception in Cusco airport and Transfer to your Hotel in Cusco , Rest and acclimatize as you are now at 3,400 mts above sea level. If you are feeling up to it. Afternoon: At 13:45 pm Guided Cusco City Tour : Koricancha " Sun Temple" , Cusco Principal Cathedral, Saqsayhuaman Inca Complex,Tambo Machay,Qenqo and Puca-Pucara.
Please note if you are organising any pre or post tour accomodation you can organise the city tour for any day not necesarily the day of you arrival.
Hotel Marqueses.
Day 2: SACRED VALLEY, PISAC,URUBAMBA,OLLANTAYTAMBO.
Transfer from Hotel Marqueses at approximately 8.30am and travel from Cusco past Saqsaywaman and 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 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 for you 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 4pm the sacred valley tour group return to Cusco but the people who are doing the Sacred Valley Combo tour will be taken to the Hotel in Ollantaytambo ( Apu lodge or Ollantaytambo lodge or similar Hotel) with private bathroom.
Settle in and then enjoy sunset in the valley, have a dinner in the plaza. (we highly recommend Panaka Grill and Hearts Cafe) and relax before the start of your trek the next day.
Breakfast
Hotel in Ollantaytambo. Apu lodge or similar
Day 3: INCA TRAIL,PISKACUCHO Km 82-PATALLAQTA- CUSICHACA CANYON- WAYLLABAMBA- AYAPATA 3 STONES
The Inca Trail to Machu Picchu 4 Day Trek At 06:00 am a spectacular early morning drive through the Sacred Valley takes us to our trailhead at Km. 82 Piskacucho After meeting our staff and porters you will set out, crossing a footbridge to hike a gentle two hours down the Urubamba canyon, and then visit imposing sculpted Inca farming terraces and the settlement of Llaqtapata on the banks of the Cusichaca side river. We then climb a short way up the Cusichaca valley to Huayllabamba, where we camp.
Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner
Camping
3300m/10857ft
2680m/8817ft
12 km approx
6-7hours
Day 4: INCA TRAIL, AYAPATA 3 STONES, LLULLUCHAYOC, DEAD WOMAN`S PASS, PACAYMAYO,
The Inca Trail trek adventure We climb the steep-sided Llullucha valley past a rushing stream and through enchanting subtropical woodland. Crossing the rim of a small plateau, we find ourselves in the puna, the treeless grasslands of the high Andes. The trail traverses an open slope opposite mighty mountain crags as we ascend to the first and highest pass, Warmiwañusca (4,200m). Here we encounter spectacular views of the trail ahead to the second pass, and look back to the sweeping snowpeaks Huayanay and valleys We then follow the trail to the floor of the Pacaymayo valley, where we camp for the night.
Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner
Camping
4200m/13,800ft
3000m/9870ft
16 km approx
7-8 hours
Day 5: INCA TRAIL, PACAYMAYO, RUNCURACAY, PHUYU, WIÑAYWAYNA
The Inca Trail trek adventure This morning, we pick up an Inca stairway and ascend again past the small Inca site of Runkuracay. As we reach the second pass, the landscape opens onto spectacular new views to the snowpeaks of the Pumasillo range. We descend to the ruins of Sayacmarca ( Inaccessible Town), an intricate labyrinth of houses, plazas and water channels, perched precariously on a rocky spur overlooking the Aobamba valley. The Inca trail, now a massive buttressed structure of granite paving stones, continues along the steep upper fringes of the cloud forest through a colorful riot of orchids, bromeliads, mosses and ferns. At the third pass pinnacles topped with Inca viewing platforms overlook the archaeological complex of Phuyupatamarca (Cloud-level Town).Pausing to explore the maze of Inca stone towers, fountains and stairways that spills down the mountainside here, we begin a long descent through ever-changing layers of cloud forest. An Inca stairway partly cut from living granite leads us finally to our camp by the ruins of Wiñay Wayna (Forever Young), the largest and most exquisite of the Inca Trail sites.
Maximum Altitude: 3750m/12,337ft
Minimum Altitude: 2700m/8883ft
Distance Travelled: 10 Km approx.
Approximate Walking Time: 5-6 hours
Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner
Camping
3750m/12,337ft
2700m/8883ft
10 Km approx.
6-7 hours
Day 6: INCA TRAIL, INTI-PUNKU, MACHUPICCHU, AGUAS CALIENTES
Early wake up at 04:30 am for a fast breakfast, pack our belongings and be ready first at the line,( campsite`s door will open at 05:30 am) The hike takes us an hour toward a gentle up walk through lush, humid cloud-forest of giant ferns and broad-leaf vegetation, well preserved stone road and stair with a wonderful views of the Valley of Torontoy. Suddenly after an hour we cross and arrive to the stone threshold of Intipunku (Sun`s Gate) first great view of the whole city and forested peaks framing the magical city of Machu Picchu.
We complete the final leg down the royal Inca road past outlying shrines and buildings and into the heart of Machu Picchu, where we spend the rest of the morning with a guided tour of the highlights and some individual exploring among Machu Picchu's multitude of hidden rocks and corners; after your guided visit in this sanctuary later on you will have a free time for picture or exploration in your own. (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)
You can spend few more hours in this unique place and take the last bus to Aguas Calientes at 5:00 pm , and relax at the hot springs, 10 minutes near Hoste Viajeros.
If you want to climb Huayna Picchu you must book and pay for this in advance as permits are limited. (Extra cost of $70 per person). See other option in section called Recommendations re Huayna Picchu: Otherwise a walk to Inca Bridge it is a great option without any payment. OR
In the early afternoon (13:00 / 14:00 hrs) a bus takes us down to the foot of the mountain to the small town of Aguas Calientes where we will have our last meal together in the Hostel Viajeros. If you want to reward yourself though for surviving the trek we recommend to upgrade this night to a nice hotel! See Recommendations:
Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner
Hostel Vaijeros
Day 7: AGUAS CALIENTES, TRAIN RETURN TO CUSCO.
At 9:00 am train return to Ollantaytambo village and van to Cusco arriving at 13:00 pm approximately.
Breakfast
Hotel Marqueses
Day 8: ADIOS CUSCO- FAREWELL CUSCO
Adios Cusco Magìco,
Free morning then transfer to the airport for your flight to Lima, Arequipa, Puno ( Juliaca ) or Puerto Maldonado.
Breakfast
What is Included:
Transfers in and out from and to the airports in Cusco
2 Nights in Hotel Marqueses Cusco with breakfast.
3 Nights camping on Inca trail ( 2 person tent)
1 Night in Hostel in Aguas Calientes.
1 Night in Ollantaytambo
Personal Porter for Inca Trail trek for 6 Kg
Tents for 2 person and foam pad mattress
meals as indicated in the itinerary
Tourist vehicles and experts guides.
4 Day Inca Trail Trek (Book 4-6 months before.)
Guided tour enroute Inca Trail and Machupicchu
Cusco City guided Tour
Sacred Valley guided Tour
Expedition Train Tickets, buses tickets
Bus down to Aguas Calientes.
What is not Included:
Flight Tickets Lima-Cusco-Lima
Cusco VisitorsTicket (165 soles approx US$60)
Sleeping Bag extra of US$20
2 Walking poles $20 for entire trek
Hot springs 10 soles entrance fee
US$ 140 for Single room ( Single Supplement )
Dinner in Ollantaytambo
We recommend that you bring
-Original passport.
-ISIC internatinal student card if applicable.
-Backpack to carry your personal items
-Warm sleeping bag Minus 5ºC
-Lighter style trekking boots with good ankle support
-Trekking poles: metal tips are not allowed on the trail
-Warm clothes,layers for variable temperature especially at night
-Thermal underwear can be worn in the sleeping bag or in cold conditions
-Gloves or mittens, scarf , wool socks, woolen hat for cold nights
-T-shirts and trekking pants that zipoff to short pants for comfort
-Flash light, head torch and extra batteries
-Camera and extra batteries
-Binoculars
-Wear a hat with a broad visor to keep the sun off your face
-Sunscreen, and sunglasses
-Personal medical kit, insect repellent
-Rain Gear a good rain jacket, rain poncho
-Toiletries, toilet paper, small towel
-2 litre water bottle, (disposable plastic bottles are forbidden in Machupicchu site)
-Water purifying tablets optional, since we provide boiled water or buy it enroute.
-Bathing clothes for the hot springs for hikers with an extra night in Aguas Calientes
-Extra money for drinks & tips, souvenirs etc in soles
-Emergency money at least 200-300 extra soles
If you don`t have sleeping bags, rain ponchos, trekking poles, water bottle, etc you can rent/buy them from SAS Travel office at your check-in 2 days before the trek departure.
Additional options
Needed equipment to hire.-
Warm and clean -8ºC down sleeping bag (US$ 25.00 for the entire trek)
60 Lts Backpack US$ 20.00 (For the entire trek )
A pair of trekking poles US$ 20.00 (For the entire trek)
Single tent US$ 70.00 (If you travel solo and is your choice.)
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Personal shared porter.- Very recommended to hire a shared porter for 9 Kg US$75.00 or for 6 Kg US$ 50.00 for the entire trek. Each extra porter carries 18 Kg plus his belongings. Foam pad roll mattress are provided to each trekker and need to be carried by your porter or you in case you don`t hire an extra porter. If you have an inflatable Therma-rest mattress, bring it, it is more comfortable or you can hire for extra US$25.00 for entire trek. SAS Travel provides a porter duffle bag for your camp equipment at the briefing time the night before of your tour. *Equipment as sleeping bags, trekking poles, backpacks, rain ponchos,water bottles must be organised in advance at the time of your booking or send us an e-mail.
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(Personal shared porter must be reserved in advance at the time of booking your trek.)
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Up-Grading a Vistadome Deluxe train.-
(Expedition Tourist train service is included in your tour.) Vistadome train is an optional train returning from Aguas Calientes to Cusco extra of (US$36.00 per person. This service departs at 15:25 pm from Aguas Calientes Station and arrives at 18:40 pm to Poroy (Cusco) Train Station then a 20 / 25 minutes private vehicle to Cusco. If you want a Vistadome service you need to contact us directly on info@sastravelperu.com for this to be done and confirmed to you or mark in your booking form when you book your trek.
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Best Value option if you want to climb Huayna Picchu
This option is recommended for those people who want to climb the HuaynaPicchu mountain found inside the Machu Picchu site.(2-3 Hrs)
The Peruvian Cultural Institute INC, still does not allow for people with an Inca trail permit to simply add the Huayna Picchu permit valued at about US$10 to it. They only sell the Huayna Picchu permit combined with a Machu Picchu entrance and this cost is US$70
To get the best value from this US$70 since you stay the night in Aguas Calientes is to re-visit Machu Picchu the next day with your climb up Huayna Picchu mountain done then as you also get that full extra day in Machu Picchu ( A walk to Inca bridge can complete this great experience). This is especially a good opportunity in wet season giving you a second opportunity to see Machu Picchu in good clear weather!.
So if you want you can pay an extra $85 on this package and have included
the second entrance to Machu Picchu on the 5th day
and permit to climb Huayna Picchu mountain and train in the afternoon back to Cusco arriving around 8.30- 9:00 pm on your 5th day with transfer to Hotel Marqueses.
Recommendations
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)
Best Value option if you want to climb Huayna Picchu
This option is recommended for those people who want to climb the HuaynaPicchu mountain found inside the Machu Picchu site.(2-3 Hrs)
The Peruvian Cultural Institute INC, still does not allow for people with an Inca trail permit to simply add the Huayna Picchu permit valued at about US$10 to it. They only sell the Huayna Picchu permit combined with a Machu Picchu entrance and this cost is US$70
To get the best value from this US$70 since you stay the night in Aguas Calientes is to re-visit Machu Picchu the next day with your climb up Huayna Picchu mountain done then as you also get that full extra day in Machu Picchu ( A walk to Inca bridge can complete this great experience). This is especially a good opportunity in wet season giving you a second opportunity to see Machu Picchu in good clear weather!.
So if you want you can pay an extra $85 on this package and have included
the second entrance to Machu Picchu on the 5th day
and permit to climb Huayna Picchu mountain and train in the afternoon back to Cusco arriving around 8.30- 9:00 pm on your 5th day with transfer to Hotel Marqueses.
Please note
Student discount if international ISIC card scanned through at time of booking is US$40
Prices are per person based on double / Triple occupancy.
Single room supplement available . US$140
Booking Information
Thank you for deciding to register for a SAS Travel tour !
Step 2.- Select your package and please fill out with your personal details in each format. (Registration is personal). Fill in details of your companion or group on lines below: Travelling with: (Full names, Passport number, Age and Nationality, Contact Phone and Skype address) If you are travelling as a couple, or with more people you must pay with one reservation Code so we can guarantee permits in the same group. Once you finish sending us all your details you will receive a Reservation Code (eg: 240611001). Then you just need to pay your deposit, pay for 2 or more person in your group with ONE Reservation Code, so we can guarantee all your permits, tickets for Machupicchu, train tickets and tour all together in the same group.
How to make your deposit and confirm your spots on the tour:
Step 3.- PAY A BOOKING-DEPOSIT with WESTERN UNION: US$ 500.00 per person through in order to: First Name: Irwin Jesus Paternal Name: POMA Maternal Name: 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.
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 5%, 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 Peru wants you to enjoy your holiday of a lifetime with complete success. Please read the following conditions carefully as it is your contract with us. The quote given by us will be valid for 30 days from the date of final quote delivery. This time restriction is given as domestic flight prices, prices of trains / other services and hotels can change at short notice. If you have any questions whatsoever regarding your vacation, the booking procedure or conditions of sale then SAS Travel Peru will be happy to answer them for you.
INTERNATIONAL AIR FARES.- Our prices do not include the international air fares to Latin America (although many inter-country connecting flights may be included, depending on your agreed itinerary), international airport taxes, meals not specified in your itinerary, personal expenses, personal insurance, tips and baggage porterage.
CANCELATION BY YOU.- Should the client wish to cancel, cancellation charges will be imposed. These are calculated from the day written notification is received by SAS Travel
The charges are shown below:
60 and more days before departure: retention of deposit
59 to 30 days before departure: 75% of total price
Less than 30 days: 100% of price
TRAVEL INSURANCE.- We strongly recommend that full insurance is taken out, 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 CONDITIONS OF THE 4 DAY INCA TRAIL TO MACHU PICCHU
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 guide in that moment so he can resolve any problems ASAP.
3. 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 office is requested in cash. US $ is easier but if you choose to pay in soles the rate charged is generally 3.0 soles = 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 8% 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 2011 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 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.
6. Unless you hire an extra porter you need to carry your back pack, sleeping bag and the mattress. if you want an extra porter (for the full trip) you must have booked this with your original booking form as they require permits as well.
If you are a single traveller you are obliged to pay single supplement for hotel room but if you do not require a single tent on the inca trail and are happy to share, then you can let us know at the time of booking and be exempt of this $70 fee. so single supplement fee for just hotel is $100.
7. a Cancelation of tour once a permit has been registered up to 6 weeks in advance incurs a loss of $200. non refundable
7. b. Cancelation of tour within 6 weeks to 2 weeks of departure incurs a loss of 60% of total tour cost...
7. c. Cancelation of tour within 2 weeks to 5 days of departure incurs a loss of 80% of total tour cost...
7. d. Cancelation of tour within 5 days - 36 hours of departure incurs a loss of 90% of total tour cost...
however we can organise an alternative tour to visit Machu Picchu by train with overnight in Aguas Calientes joining your group and completing the tour as normal from here.
7. e. Cancelation of tour within 36 hours of departure incurs a loss of total tour cost...however we can organise an alternative tour to visit Machu Picchu joining your group and utilising your permit, completing the tour as normal from here within this cancellation penalty charge if train tickets are available . The only extra charge is the cost of the train to Aguas Calientes. US$ 46 or with a Vistadome upgrade US $71.
8. Change of dates is not possible after a permit has been processed. A permit is non transferable/ nor refundable. The deposit will be forfeited. Please note that we do this because we are prohibited to re-sell your permit after you have cancelled.
9. 4 Days / 3 Nights package includes transport to Cusco, the train return depends on train company availability. Our preference would be a train departure between 4pm - 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. So there may be some slight variability around those dates and full high season, for which we appreciate your understanding.
10. 4 days-4 night -package with overnight in Aguas Calientes includes 09:22am train to Ollantaytambo on day 5. ( unless you specified at the time of booking a alternative afternoon train option ) Changes to schedules or dates when train tickets have been finalised incurs an administration charge of $10 per ticket. At times a change of date may only be possible with an upgrade and so the difference in price would need to be paid. So please email us to confirm if you would prefer the afternoon train on the 5th day with transport through to Cusco, instead of morning train to Ollantaytambo.
11. 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. There will be no refund from the original payment, however we will prepare a document to certify illness which can be presented for your travel insurance.
12. 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.
13. 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.
14.- 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 4 day Lares trek or 4 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.
15. When paying the balance in Cusco, there will be a * 3% comission if you choose to use travellers cheques and a 8% comission for use of credit card.
I have read and accept the conditions signature: _____________________________ date:____________________________
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