Huchuy Qosqo to Machu Picchu 3 Days

Details of the experience

Duration:

3 days / 2 nights

Difficulty:

Moderate – requires prior acclimation and average physical fitness

Maximum Altitude:

12,303 ft (Tambomachay)

Max Group:

Small groups (max. 18 people)

Transport:

Ground tourist transportation, bus to Machu Picchu, and round-trip tourist train included

Tickets:

Incluye entradas.

Itinerary

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Includes

Pre-trek briefing (1 or 2 days before the hike at your respective hotel).
Professional bilingual guide.
Assistant guide for groups of 9+.
Chef.
Mules to carry cooking and camping equipment and 15 lbs/7 kg of your personal items.
Hotel pickup and transportation from your hotel to the trailhead.
Return transportation by train and bus to Cusco.
Water (Excluding the first 4 hours of the trek when you will need to bring your own).
2 Breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 tea times, and 2 dinners. If you have a dietary request, such as vegetarian meals, please let us know.
Dining tent with tables and chairs.
Comfortable and spacious 4-person tents – EUREKA/DOITE brands – (each tent will be shared by 2 people).
Hotel in Aguas Calientes, Day 2.
THERM-A-REST or REI brand inflatable sleeping pads/mats (you will need to carry it).
Oxygen tanks.
First aid kit.
Entrance tickets to Machu Picchu.
Round-trip bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu.

Does not include

Not Included

Sleeping bag (available for rent from us).
Breakfast on the first day and lunch and dinner on the 3rd day.
Entrance to “Huayna Picchu” or “Machu Picchu Mountain.” Extra fee of US $80.
Tips.
Travel insurance – it is highly recommended to purchase travel insurance for the duration of your trip.

Recommendations

We recommend arriving in Cusco at least 2 days in advance to acclimate to the altitude. Bring comfortable hiking clothes, sunscreen, a hat, and a reusable water bottle.

Bring a small backpack with clothing for the 5 days.
Personal toiletries.
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended, as well as trekking boots.
Personal medications and original passport.
Water bottle and purification tablets.
Rain gear or poncho during the rainy season (October to March).
Flashlight, camera, and extra batteries.
Warm clothing for the first and second days.
Swimsuit (if you wish to visit the hot springs).
Insect repellent.
Sunblock or sunscreen.
Sun hats.
Toilet paper and a small towel.
Snacks: Cookies, chocolates, etc.
Horses (to carry tents, food, and cooking equipment).
Trekking poles.
Sleeping bag.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this tour is of moderate difficulty and is designed for travelers with average physical fitness. No prior trekking experience is required; however, it is important to acclimate in Cusco beforehand to better enjoy the hike and avoid altitude sickness.

The first night is spent at a campsite near the Huchuy Qosqo archaeological complex, at an elevation of 11,975 feet (3,650 meters), in a natural setting overlooking the Sacred Valley. The second night is spent in a tourist hotel in Aguas Calientes before the visit to Machu Picchu.

Yes, the third day includes admission to Machu Picchu and a guided tour of approximately two hours, covering the main temples and archaeological sectors. It also includes time to enjoy the sunrise from the Guardian’s House, weather permitting.

The maximum altitude of the trek is reached at Tambomachay, at 12,303 feet (3,750 meters) above sea level, during the start of the first day. For this reason, we recommend arriving in Cusco at least one or two days in advance for proper acclimatization.

Yes, the use of trekking poles is highly recommended, especially during the ascents and descents on the first and second days. They help reduce the impact on your knees and provide better balance on the trail’s uneven sections.