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DAILY DEPARTURES !!!
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Price Information

US$ 420.00

Please Note

DAILY DEPARTURES !!
From May 1st 2012
2 Person US$ 500 pp
3 Person US$ 470 pp
4 Person US$ 440 pp
5 Person US$ 430 pp
6 person US$ 420 pp
Discount US$20 for ISIC student holders. Please send us a clear scanned copy of your ISIC at the time of booking by email and ensure you receive confirmation of this.

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Overview

Combining a days trek and visit to the stunning Winya Wayna site only accessible by foot. then your tour in Machupicchu will be spectacular on the second day. You will arrive very early just as the park opens and not yet crowded, you will have plenty of time after your guided tour to explore further on your own, there are signs and indications around, you will have a high chance to obtain tickets to climb the mountain Huayna-Picchu (2700m/8883ft) before of after your tour.

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Is it for me?

This hike is accessible for all ages, and doesn't require you to be in top physical shape. Since your one day hike takes you to the town of Aguas Calientes, you will not have to camp, or carry backpacks only your personal day-pack as we will stay in a Hotel. Private rooms, it is recommended for those having less time or those with less experience in altitude. For families, group of friends or couples.
To make even more special this short pilgrimage to Machu-Picchu, up-grade your accommodation, you can stay in the Sanctuary Hotel near Machupicchu or in Inkaterra hotel in Aguas Calientes near the hot springs pools.

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Difficulty

This itinerary is rated moderate and should be undertaken by people who are fairly fit and take regular exercise.

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Inca Trail 2D/1N Short Trek -Private Service.

Last Minute Information

  • SHORT INCA TRAIL TREK PERMITS 2012
    There are a limited number of permits for the Inca Trail (2 Day version) every year and it is issued 'first come, first served.' You must book well in advance to be sure of securing your spots, for the high season (from May to September we recommend to book from 4 to 6 months in advance) from October to April 1 to 2 months in advance. We only buy your permit once you have sent us your reservation and paid your booking deposit.
    DAILY DEPARTURES: CLICK ON: AVAILABILITY AND BOOKING
    Private Tour: Most other dates on 2012 can be booked as a private tour if you prefer, while there are permits available at the Park and you just need to check.
    OPEN A NEW DEPARTURE DATE.- If you are 2 or more people and there are still enough permits Available in the Park (Cultural National Institute INC), and you want to go in a small group tour, then we can open a new departure date according to your required date and price of the tour will be according the number of passengers in your group.
    BOOK EARLY ... to avoid disappointments ! Remember there are a limited number of spaces available for each day so call us now with your questions or book online to reserve your spot !

2 DAYS SHORT INCA TRAIL- SACRED JOURNEY TO MACHUPICCHU
Inca Trail shorter`s version leaves from KM 104, located at 2100 masl (104 kilometers along the railway from Cusco to Aguas Calientes) and involves a 16 km walk uphill to Wiñaywayna Inca Complex located at 2700 masl in approximatelly 4 hours of spectaculars views and Inca sites enroute connecting the classic trek at at the impressive Wiñaywayna.
After lunch a couple of hours of easy walk to Machu Picchu, for many hikkers the best part of the classic trek. (Wiñaywayna means “ Forever Young “ in Quechua, and the place is named after a pink and purple orchids growing around here.)
Farming terraces “ Andenes “ surrounding the whole side of a mountain decorating this ancient Inca castle with temples, buildings and water channels. The stonework is high in quality and fine masonry with a magnificent sequence of fifteen ritual fountain baths. It was a religious centre, probably associated with the ritual worship of water. Chachabamba, Choquesuysuy and Inti-pata are other very interesting Inca Complexes hiding in the middle of the beauty of the mountains and the lower part of the Sub-tropical valley.
We walk to Machu Picchu at early afternoon in the middle of beautiful nature, sounds of hummingbirds, peacefuly and uncrowded trail until “Inti Punku” the sun-gate, have unique views from this mountain top, after 40 minutes you will be on front of this wonder and majestic place for sunset, then we board a private bus to Aguas Calientes town. Spend the night in a comfortable Hotel Viajeros.
Next morning early we return to Machu Picchu by bus for a guided tour, visit and explore. private tour of Machupicchu with your expert guide, avoiding the large crowds that arrive with the first trains from Cusco. Free time to explore on your own. ( Goup size 6-8 )
If your interest is climbing to Huaynapicchu mountain only talk with your guide.
Returning from Aguas Calientes station at 16:45 with a de luxe train to Cusco.
"...Caminante, no hay camino, se hace camino al andar." Antonio Machado.
" Viajero... los mejores momentos los creas tu !!!" Raffo Leon.

Program Itinerary

Day 1: OLLANTAYTAMBO- KM 104 CHACHABAMBA- WIÑAY-WAYNA- MACHUPICCHU-AGUAS CALIENTES.

We`ll pick you up from your Hotel at 4:00 am to transfer you for a 2 hour journey by private van to the Train Station in Ollantaytambo then we`ll board a Tourist Expedition Train with reserved seats for 1 hour and 45 minutes to the kilometer 104 start of the hike. (This is the best train service time and itinerary to start the hike by 08:00 am and have plenty of time to enjoy this fantastic trek) so please sleep early the night before) As soon as we arrive to this point we will cross a bridge to the check out 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 in Chachabamba, we`ll continue the trail heads south and begin climbing the mountain, 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. It is recommended that you start the trek with at least 2 litres of water.

After lunch in Wiñaywayna 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, with luck you can observe a magnificent sunset, 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 (bring your bathing suit and 10 soles) or just free time to chill out at this small village.
Accommodation in private rooms, Hotel Viajeros or similar level accommodation.
This is all considered a low altitude hike, but you would want to be fit. Dinner included. At dinner time your guide will inform about plans and arrengements for the next big day!! Buenas Noches . Sleep early too.
Meals: L D
Accommodation: Viajeros Hotel
Maximum Altitude: 2680m/8792ft
Minimum Altitude: 2100m/6888ft
Distance Travelled: 7 Km aprox.
Approximate Walking Time: 6 - 7 Hours

Day 2: AGUAS CALIENTES-MACHUPICHU- WAYNA-PICCHU- OLLANTAYTAMBO- CUSCO

Early wake up at 04.30 am ... and after a good breakfast, re-live the history and the mysterious world of Machupicchu and the Incas, fuse with the mystic of this fascinating and unique place, discover yourself the perfect symbiosis and harmony created by nature and the Incas people. We take the first bus up at approx 05.20 am and arrive at the ruin`s gate before 06.00 am when the Park is open. This time is still not so crowded yet 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.)
Climbing to Huayna Picchu.-see additional info if you want to purchase a permit for this.
Around 3-4:00 pm bus down to Aguas Calientes for your Train return. ( $7 not included, most people like to walk this old inca trail down to Aguas Calientes )
The train departs Aguas Calientes late in the afternoon. ( 6:00 pm or 5:00 pm to Ollantaytambo then a 2 hours transport to Cusco arriving at 9:00 pm approx. )
Meals: BL
Accommodation: 2 person per room.
Maximum Altitude: 2400m/7872ft
Minimum Altitude: 2100m/6888ft
Distance Travelled: 9 km approx
Approximate Walking Time: 3 - 4 Hours

What is Included:

  • Pre-departure briefing at your Hotel or Office.
  • Pick up form your Hotel at 04:00 am
  • Private transport to Ollantaytambo Train Station (2 Hrs)
  • Expedition train to Km 104 (starting point of the hike)
  • Entrance fees for the trail and Machupicchu sanctuary
  • Permits and fees for the 2 Day Inca Trail park
  • Walk with an excellent English speaking guide for 4 hours before Lunch
  • Guided visit of Chachabamba, Wiñaywayna and Choquesuysuy
  • Guided Tour in Machupicchu on the second Day
  • 1 Box Lunch, 1 Dinner, 1 Breakfast 1 Lunch
  • 1 snack and soda drink for the 1st Day
  • Private room for 2 or 3 person in Hotel Viajeros Shower and bathroom
  • (If Viajeros Hostel is full we use Hostel Varayoc, Andina or Continental)
  • 2 bus tickets (Machupicchu-Aguas Calientes -Machupicchu)
  • Expedition train return to Cusco or train to Ollanta and private transport to Cusco
  • Free safe Storage in Cusco in Hotel Marqueses while you are hiking.
  • Walk the Sun`s gate Intipunku or to Inca Bridge after your tour.(Optional)

What is not Included:

  • Hot spring pools 10 soles
  • Bus down from Machupicchu to Aguas Calientes on 2nd Day US$ 9 pp
  • (or a Down hill walk for 45 minutes to Aguas Calientes)
  • Dinner on the 2nd Day
  • Drinks, snacks or water
  • Porter for this trek not included.
  • Tips for your guide is not mandatory.
  • Ticket for Huaynapicchu mountain US$ 60 Optional.

We recommend that you bring

  • Your Original passport
  • Student card ISIC (if applicable.)
  • You only need to carry a small day pack
  • Water to drink ( 2 liters)
  • Camera, binoculars
  • Rain jacket in rainy season -Dec to Jan
  • Change of weather gear in rainy season -Dec to Jan
  • Basic toiletries
  • Hat or cap for the sun, essential
  • Sunscream with sun protection
  • Insect repellent for mosquitoes(Malaria or Yellow fever not been reported)
  • Comfortable 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

Recommendations

  • TRAVEL INSURANCE: We recommend you to obtain a personal Travel Insurance, including Medical Problems, Baggage loss or damage. If you need help to find a travel Insurance Company please let us know. Eg, Nomad Travel Insurances.
  • PRIVACY POLICY: All the information you provide us, full name, passport number, nationality, date of birth, telephone number, and address or your credit card info will be used strictly to process your trip arrangements. This information will not be shared with anyone.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • INCA TRAIL to MACHUPICCHU TREK 2 Day PERMITS 2011- 2012
  • There are a limited number of permits for the Inca Trail hike and you must book well in advance to be sure of securing one. For high season (May to September) you should contact us at least five to six months in advance to discuss availability. We can only buy your permit and set you in our daily departure group tour once you have send us your details and paid your booking deposit $150 pp, so you must pay the deposit as soon as you book or the permits could run out. BOOK and PAY-ONLINE with Master Card or Visa card on our secure payment system, or by sending us a scan copy of a Booking Form with your details by e-mail.
  • To book directly or provide your payment details SKYPE-US sas.travel.info sastravelcuscoperu or sas.travel
  • Please feel free to contact us for any urgencies at: +51 84 256324 or +51 84 261 920.
  • On the calendar to the left side, the month showing and the first bold date is the first possible date that permits issued by the park office (National Culture Institute INC) are available and we still have free spaces in our group.
  • To see if a later date is available click on the calendar on the month you want using the arrow to the right and if the date is bold then it is still available if you pay today!
  • ALSO you can check our CONFIRMED GROUP DEPARTURES: AVAILABILITY and BOOKINGS:
  • FAST BOOKINGS: CALL or SKYPE US and you can book, pay and Confirm your permit and tour in one of our groups in only few minutes with our multi-languages staff.
  • BOOK EARLY ... to avoid disappointments.
  • Remember there are a limited number of spaces available for each day so call us now with your questions or book online to reserve your spot !
  • TICKET FOR HUAYNA-PICCHU MOUNTAIN.-
  • Will I be able to climb Huayna Picchu mountain after my trek
  • Please see BELOW: Additional Options If you are.....
  • If for any reason you miss out on a Inca Trail trek permit, you can still hike our Alternative treks via Salkantay, Lares or Huchuy Qosqo,Choquequirao, Ausangate treks which most of them include visiting Machu Picchu.
  • SEE the many options under Popular Tours. to find the tour option visiting Machu Picchu by train that best suits your needs.

Booking Information

  • Thank you for deciding to register for a SAS Travel tour !
  • Step 1.- CLICK: CONFIRMED GROUP DEPARTURES
  • Step 2.- Select your trek, tour or 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: Comments or Questions (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 your 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 a group.
  • How to make your deposit and confirm your spots on the tour:
  • Step 3.- PAY A BOOKING-DEPOSIT with WESTERN UNION: US$ 150.00 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$ 157.50 per person. (US$ 150.00 +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.

SAS Travel is supporting many of the community projects run by Hotel Marqueses: Eg. "Walk a Mile in my shoes", "Wawa-Wasi", "Shoes shiners boys" http://www.hotelmarqueses.com/english/thankyou.html If you are coming to Cusco please make a space for a couple of second hand clothes, shoes especially for kids, school equipment, toys and drop them off in our office. We will help distribute the items to people who really need them in small village schools and communities in the mountains of Lares.