ITINERARY DAY 1:

Overnight flight from London to Cusco, via Bogota, Columbia.

The trail from Huayllabamba climbs steeply along the banks of the River Llullucha and up into

beautiful cloud forest at Lulluchapampa (3850m). The toughest part of today’s trek is reaching

the highest point of the challenge at Warmiwanuska (Dead Woman’s Pass), 4200m above sea

level – an incredible achievement. This is followed by a steep descent through picturesque

surroundings to the River Paqaymayo (3600m) and our camp site. 7 - 8 hours trekking approx.

DAY 2:

DAY 3:

Arrive late morning in the historical city of Cusco (3400m above sea level) where we spend the

next two nights. This afternoon is free to explore independently or take part in an optional

walking tour of Cusco. Tonight after dinner we hear more about the challenge ahead.

DAY 4:

DAY 5:

More acclimatisation today as well as some preparations for the trek, including weighing our kit

bags ready for the porters to carry along the Inca Trail. It’s an early night – our last for a while in a

proper bed – ready for the start of the challenge tomorrow.

A fascinating day spent exploring the Sacred Valley of the Incas in the area around Cusco in order to

help acclimatise to the altitude. The full day optional tour includes a warm up hike over part of the

Inca trail and a visit to the Inca site and market town of Pisac. After lunch we visit the remote

community of Yucapata where farmers cultivate herds of Alpacas. It is a great opportunity to

experience the historical culture of Peru.

DAY 6:

We take an early morning coach transfer to the market town of Ollantaytambo. This is the last town

before the trail and there’s a chance to stock up on last minute supplies. Our coach continues to

‘Kilometre 82’, from where we set off at an altitude of 2500m. After a couple of hours trekking

beside the River Urubamba, we reach the first of the Inca ruins - Llaqtapata. From there it’s another

2- 3 hours to the overnight camp at Huayllabamba (3000m). 4 - 5 hours trekking approx.

DAY 7:

DAY 8: It’s a very early start (we wake at 4.00am) in order to reach Intipunku (Gates of the Sun) for

sunrise. The trail is undulating with a series of very steep steps up to Intipunku. From there we

catch our first glimpse of the awe-inspiring Lost City of the Incas, Machu Picchu and pose for a

group photo. We enjoy a 2-3 hour guided visit around the ancient ruins to learn more about this

mysterious and magical place. This is followed by lunch at the nearby town of Aguas Calientes

before we board a train through dramatic mountain scenery to Ollantaytambo. Our day finishes

in the familiar surroundings of Cusco where we enjoy a celebratory meal and reflect on an

incredible achievement. 3 hours trekking approx.

Another spectacular day lies ahead which starts with a steep ascent to Runkuracay (3800m), a

small archaeological site. After a cultural talk by the local guides we continue to the Runkuracay

Pass at 4000m. Sayaqmarca (3600m) is an hour’s descent down steps from Runkuracay Pass and

home to the second site of Inca ruins we see on this trek. Beyond Sayaqmarca the landscape

gives way to a lush forest valley and leads to our lunch spot at Chaquiqocha (dry lake). After-

wards it’s a steep ascent to the beautifully named Phuyu Pata Marca (Town Above the Clouds).

The stunning views at this altitude and the beautiful cloud forest to follow are the highlights of

the day. The trail then descends towards our campsite. Today is a long and difficult day, with the

combination of steep ascents and altitude but the incredible views will make our exertions

worthwhile. 8 - 10 hours trekking approx.

DAY 9:

We bid farewell to the remote city of Cusco and take an overnight flight to London, indirect

service.

DAY 10 Arrive in the UK.

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