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TREKKING IN PERU

To follow the Inca's footsteps on the Inca Trail the royal highway to Machu Picchu – is an unforgettable experience, few others hikes in the world can offer the variety of breathtaking scenery, from high sierra to tropical jungle, undoubtedly no other will take you through so many well preserved archeological sites.

The 27 mile Inca Trail begins at a point known as Kilometer 88. here the local train from Cusco stops briefly. After crossing the river the 3 to 5days walk into the past begins. To the right lies the archeological site of Quente (Hummingbird). The main trail to the left gently ascends through a eucalyptus grove on ease terrain.

The first camp site is at Cusichaca valley (bridge of joy). From then on the train gets steeper and unrelenting, take deep breaths and pause to obverse the beauty around it.
The next camp site is at Llulluchupampa (plains of Llullucha, a type of herb), where most hikers choose to end their first day.

Start up early the next morning to reach the Warmimanusca pass (dead woman), the highest point of the trail at about 4,200 mt (13,800 ft). Traces of Inca history are evident, ancient steps and a wealth of archeological treasures lie ahead. The trail descends to the Pacamayo (sunrise) river, where there are good camping sites. Runrurukay (egg hut) is the first reward, the oval shaped complex has a magnificent view of the Pacamayo valley, believed to have served as a lookout post and tampu (travelers lodge built along highways). The trail ascends once more passing between two lakes before reaching the second pass, Runrurukay at 3,998 mt (13,300 ft) with a superb view. From then, most of the trail is downhill.

SHORT INCA TRAIL (easy to moderate) 2 Days
The shorter Inca Trail is for those trekker with limited time or just want to take things a little bit easier. This trail starts at km104 and ascends to the ruins of Winay Wayna before continuing on to Machu Picchu. Trail subject to Inca Trail regulations and trek permits .Must be reserved in advance.

CLASSIC INCA TRAIL (moderate) 4 Days
The classic hike to Machu Picchu following the ancient route used by the Incas, passing through beautiful mountain scenery and lush green rain forest. There are plenty of Inca ruins along the way including Runkuracay, Sayacmarca, Phuyupatamarca and Winay Wayna. Trail subject to Inca trail regulations and trek permits. Must be reserved in advance.

Mollepata Salkantay, Wayllabamba, Machu Picchu (moderate to difficult) 7 Days.
A beautiful mountainous trek takes you away from the crowds for the first few days and finally joining the classic Inca Trail at Wayllabamba and continuing to Machu Picchu. Trail subject to Inca trail regulations and trek permits. Must be reserved in advance.

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