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    • SAS Travel Peru - So much more than you were looking for!
    • SAS Travel Peru - Inca Trail to Machupicchu Licensed Specialist Operator
    • SAS Travel Peru - Experience & Expertise since 1990
    • SAS Travel Peru - Recommended by Lonely Planet
    • SAS Travel Peru - Recommended by Lonely Planet
    • SAS Travel Peru - So much more than you were looking for!
    • SAS Travel Peru - Inca Trail to Machupicchu Licensed Specialist Operator
    • SAS Travel Peru - Experience & Expertise since 1990
    • SAS Travel Peru - So much more than you were looking for!
    • SAS Travel Peru - Inca Trail to Machupicchu Licensed Specialist Operator!
    • SAS Travel Peru - Experience & Expertise since 1990
    • SAS Travel Peru - Recommended by Lonely Planet
    • SAS Travel Peru - Recommended by Lonely Planet
    • SAS Travel Peru - So much more than you were looking for!
    • SAS Travel Peru - Inca Trail to Machupicchu Licensed Specialist Operator
    • SAS Travel Peru - Experience & Expertise since 1990
    • SAS Travel Peru - Recommended by Lonely Planet
    • SAS Travel Peru - So much more than you were looking for!
    • SAS Travel Peru - Inca Trail to Machupicchu Licensed Specialist Operator
    • SAS Travel Peru - Experience & Expertise since 1990
    • SAS Travel Peru - Recommended by Lonely Planet
    • SAS Travel Peru - So much more than you were looking for!
    • SAS Travel Peru - Inca Trail to Machupicchu Licensed Specialist Operator
    • SAS Travel Peru - Experience & Expertise since 1990
    • SAS Travel Peru - Recommended by Lonely Planet
    • SAS Travel Peru - So much more than you were looking for!
    • SAS Travel Peru - Inca Trail to Machupicchu Licensed Specialist Operator
    • SAS Travel Peru - Experience & Expertise since 1990
    • SAS Travel Peru - Recommended by Lonely Planet
    • SAS Travel Peru - So much more than you were looking for!
    • SAS Travel Peru - Inca Trail to Machupicchu Licensed Specialist Operator
    • SAS Travel Peru - Experience & Expertise since 1990
    • SAS Travel Peru - Recommended by Lonely Planet
    • SAS Travel Peru - So much more than you were looking for!
    • SAS Travel Peru - Inca Trail to Machupicchu Licensed Specialist Operator
    • SAS Travel Peru - Experience & Expertise since 1990
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Price Information

US$ 1,280.00 p/person

(Based on Double / Triple accommodation)

Please Note

Single supplement extra US$190 pp
Single Private room in Cusco.
Single tent extra of US$ 70

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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... !

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Difficulty

Grade of difficulty: Moderate.

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Briefing

Admire the magical Cusco, The Rome of South America, Saqsaywaman and Qoricancha the golden Inca temple, explore the Sacred Valley with the famous Pisac town and walk to Machupicchu through the Classic Inca Trail trek and reach this secret and beautiful place like the Incas did through the top of the mountains... is a perfect combination for outdoor travelers and adventure seekers, with a lot of flexibility in each tour if you have personal challenges and interests or privacy, you don`t tour with the same people the whole trip. You are very welcome to join us in our trek tour which we consider is a modern age pilgrimage for soul and body which nobody can miss it.
Our treks are designed with expertise and passion by experts University professionals and experienced mountain guides, porters and cooks due our more than 25 years operating in Inca trail the service that we deliver is second to none from the begining to the end, we receive clients and we say goodbye to friends!
We do not start from Cusco too early avoiding a necessary breakfast, our first day is not very exhausting we will go slowly with many stops, enjoying the beautiful landscapes and Inca sites, time to acclimatize gradually and arrive at our almost private camping without many people with clean bathrooms and hot showers located at less height which will help us to rest early and acclimatise better, we will avoid seeing other large groups, today and next days. (If you are not feeling well you can easily return from here and walk with an assistant for 2 hrs and catch a train to Aguas Calientes town and wait for your group and still enjoy Machu Picchu and hot springs!)

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Bus and Train

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You are here: MULTI DAYS TOURS with CLASSIC INCA TRAIL TREK. -LIMITED SPOTS. BOOK IN ADVANCE. 2024 - 2025 > CUSCO, Maras, Moray, the Sacred Valley, 4 Day Inca Trail Trek. (-optional a night in Ollantaytambo.) 8 Day Tour Package.

CUSCO, Maras, Moray, the Sacred Valley, 4 Day Inca Trail Trek. (-optional a night in Ollantaytambo.) 8 Day Tour Package.

Last Minute Information

  • AVAILABLE PERMITS: 2023 - 2024.
  • GUARANTEED DAILY DEPARTURES :
  • Minimum 2 People.
  • BOOK 6-2 months before or in advance. (It is important to book earlier as possible because this allows us to obtain the best campsites and the permit to camp on the 3rd Night at Wiñaywayna. -2 Hrs near Machu Picchu.)
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  • PERMITS for CLASSIC INCA TRAIL TREK to Machu Picchu every year are AVAILABLE but LIMITED. FIRST-COME, FIRST SERVE BASIS. Book ONLINE WELL IN ADVANCE: (8-4 months before.) WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND YOU to -ACT NOW. MACHU PICCHU. BOOK NOW! Great value tours, Guaranteed quality and service. Extensive local knowledge. Friendly and knowledgeable staff. A special personal touch from SAS team. Put your mind at ease. We are a reputable and highly reliable Peruvian tour Operator with more than 25 years of expertise.
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  • Our Price: US$ 1,280 pp -Based in Twin/Double Room.
  • US$ 1,180 pp with University Student card or under 16 y/o.
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  • Inca Trail Small Groups size: Min 4-8 / 9-12 person with 2 guides (Occasionally 16 participants). Exceptional mountain guides, cooks and porters make your trip authentic, enjoyable and hassle-free.!
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  • This tour give you 3 full days in Cusco before your trek so you can cope finely with the altitude while you visit impressive places nearby Cusco guided by our staff. Include a full Day Sacred Valey Tour, Maras Moray and Salt mines, 8 Kg personal porter in your trek and Deluxe or Suite room at MARQUESES Hotel in Cusco.
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  • HOW TO CONFIRM YOUR RESERVATION.-
  • Select the date departure of your preference on the Calendar. (Day 1 is the date of your arrival to Cusco). Complete your details requested in the format -or group details in case you are traveling with a group.
  • To confirm your reservation, pay online immediately a booking deposit of US$ 500 pp + 5% using your reservation code with a credit/debit card (MC, Visa, Amex, Diners). There is 5% fee for payments with cards. Before paying please inform your Bank that you are paying overseas.  In case you would like to add Huaynapicchu Mountain permit please let us know.
  • You will receive your tour confirmation and details of your Tour in your email within 24 hours.
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  • TICKET for HUAYNA PICCHU: If you would like to add the walk to Huayna Picchu Mountain after the Machu Picchu´s tour, please let us know ASAP... the permits are also limited. It takes 2 Hrs. The admission is US$85.00 pp (US$45 pp for students.
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  • SAS Travel HIGHLIGHTS:
  • Small groups 6-12 -16 max, confirmed departures, personalized service.
  • Friendly, knowledgeable and experienced recommended guides.
  • Guided tours of the seven Inca archaeological sites en route to Machu Picchu.
  • Delicious and nutritious healthy, freshly cooked gourmet meals using local products.
  • Experienced team of local porters from Pisac and Paucartambo.
  • New tents and quality camping equipment. Showers on the first campsite.
  • Free baggage storage in Cusco at Hotel Marqueses and in Aguas Calientes.
  • Celebration Lunch in Aguas Calientes.
  • Inca Trail Survivor Certificate signed by your guides.
  • Inca Trail Survivor T-shirt.
  • Special snack and buffet lunch on Day 4 (final day) in our Hostel Viajeros.
  • Hot shower in Aguas Calientes in our Hostel Viajeros at lunch time.
  • 100% Operated by SAS Travel: We never will place you with other tour operators.
  • Fully 24/7 assistance in our Cusco Office for your last minutes requires.

ITINERARY:
Day 1.- Reception at Cusco´s airport and transfer to Hotel Marqueses.
(Afternoon guided Tour to Koricancha, Cathedral, Saqsawaman & Inca sites)
Day 2.- Maras Moray and Salt mines tour (9am to 4pm) Hotel Marqueses.
Day 3.- Sacred Valley Tour with Lunch (from 8am to 6pm), Hotel Marqueses, OR a Night at ApuLodge in Ollantaytambo before your Trek, -Optional.
Day 4,5,6,7 -4D/3N Inca Trail hike return to Cusco. Hotel Marqueses.
Day 7.- Machu Picchu guided tour, time to explore, train return to Cusco. Hotel.
Day 8.- Transfer to the airport or bus terminal. (End of our services).
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(Optional: Add on your final day the Rainbow Mountain trip, Extra US$ 55 pp)
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MARQUESES Boutique Hotel GET a FREE UPGRADE to our Suite or Deluxe rooms (booking this tour 6-2 months before.) Best location in Town, 24/7 Oxigen Assistance, (And many cups of Coca tea for the altitude). Free Pick up from Airport at your arrival to Cusco, Buffet Breakfast, Family-friendly and Non-smoking Hotel, Internet and Wi-Fi. “Charming and Amazing Hotel, Great Location one block near the center, the hospitality will blow you away. Your every need is attended to by friendly, knowledgeable staff. Excellent three-star Hotel”. © 2022 TripAdvisor LLC

Program Itinerary

Day 1: ARRIVAL TO CUSCO AT ANY TIME. HOTEL MARQUESES.

Day 1: Reception at Cusco airport and transfer to your Hotel Marqueses. 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.. Optional Afternoon: At 13:45 pm Guided Cusco City Tour : Koricancha " Sun Temple" , Cusco Principal Cathedral, Saqsayhuaman Inca Complex,Tambo Machay,Qenqo and Puca-Pucara. Accommodation:Hotel Marqueses

Day 2: Maras, Moray and Salt Mines guided tour from 09:00 to 15:00 Hrs. Hotel Marqueses. MORAY a further breathtaking 20 kms drive with the beautiful snowcapped Chicon and Veronica mountains in the Cordillera Vilcanota as a backdrop we continue through to Moray. In Moray we visit “ the Inca agricultural greenhouse or laboratory”, consisting of four platforms amphitheater style or. Has a depth of 150 meters, the overlapping concentric circular stone rings widen as they rise. It was an experimental place to study the adaptation of plants to new ecosystems. MARAS/ SALINERAS (Salt mines) located 7 miles from Moray at altitude of 3, 380 m is a small village, as a model of a miniature city. Famous for its salt mines, made up of about 3000 small wells with an area average size of about 5 ms ². These were already exploited since Inca times as a means of economic exchange and securities. Very interesting to see how the salt is recovered from these mines and the lives of those who work here. Night at Hotel Marqueses.

Day 3 Cusco, Sacred Valley Tour (Pisac, Pisac Market, Urubamba, Yucay, Ollantaytambo, Chincheros, Cusco. OR night at Ollantaytambo town. At 8.20 am meet at SAS Travel office or transfer from your hotel at earlier time if coordinated. In a tourist bus, we travel from Cusco past Saqsaywaman & 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. On our return, we quickly visit the famous church and archeological site in Chincheros, arriving to Cusco at about 6.30-7:00pm. Hotel Marqueses. OR spend the night at Ollantaytambo Incan living town at Hotel Apu Lodge, this option help for a better acclimatisation previous your trek to Machu Picchu, to confirm this option only write in Notes in the booking format when you reserve this tour. Your trek guide will call you by 8:00 pm to your hotel to explain more details and where meet your group.

Day 4: Inca trail Piskacucho Km 82, Patallaqta Cusichaka, Wayllabamba, Ayapata 3 stones. Early pick-up from your hotel will begin around 5:30 am to board our private transportation. Make sure you carry your original passport or ISIC card. Our journey from Cusco to Piskacucho takes approximately 3 hours, with many beautiful views of the Sacred Valley, the Urubamba River, Andean towns, and the Inca town of Ollantaytambo. Along the way, we will stop to stretch our legs, use the bathroom, and enjoy breakfast, before continuing on to Piscacucho (2,680 m / 8,790 ft). There we will meet our camp crew and the porters who will carry our belongings during our 35-mile hike. Passports in hand, we clear the official Inca Trail check point, cross a suspension footbridge across the Urubamba River, and begin our trek with a gentle climb. We have three hours on relatively level terrain as we follow the course of the river, rewarded with superb views of Mount Veronica (5,750 m). The easy walk passes through a forest of giant cactus and native bushes. At Miskay we take the trail to the left, ascending gradually to Willkaraccay high above the mouth of the Cusichaca River and across from the Inca town of Llactapata (Terrace Town). Our vantage point is from a flat bluff above the extensive site, which was built as a fort because it commands the entrance to the Cusichaca Valley. The terracing system was used during Inca times for growing maize, a prestige crop that needed irrigation in the dry highlands. After a short rest, we continue another 15 minutes down to our lunch site at Tayaroc. Our path is adorned with native flowers and bromeliads growing in the boulders along the left side, and by majestic views of the mountains in both valleys. Walking times are always approximate, depending on weather conditions, group ability and other factors. After lunch, another 3-4 hours will bring us to the village of Wayllabamba (3,000 m / 9,840 ft), followed by an uphill climb through woods and along a stream to our first camp at Ayapata (3,300 m / 10,824 ft). You will be rewarded with Te Macho and a buffet dinner. Buenas Noches!!!
Meals:Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner.
Accommodation:Camping.
Maximum Altitude:3,300 m/10,824 ft
Minimum Altitude:2,680 m/8,790 ft
Distance Travelled:12 Km approx.
Approximate Walking Time:Approximate Walking Time:Approximate Walking Time: 6-7 hours / Ascent up: 620 m
Day 5: Ayapata 3 stones, Llulluchayoq, Dead woman`s pass, Pacaymayo, Runkuracay, Sayacmarka, Chakicocha After breakfast, we depart from the Ayapata camp around 7:00 am. This is our longest day, but one rewarded with spectacular views down several valleys and up to the surrounding snow-covered peaks. We will put in a 5-hour hike to reach our lunch camp in the Pacaymayo Valley, then another 3-4 hours to our night camp at Chakicocha. We begin with a 900-m ascent up to the Warmiwanusca (Dead Woman’s) Pass at 4,200 m/13,776 ft. Along the way, we ascend steeply uphill through the Corralpunku Valley to the Llulluchayoc Zone, where you can see several species of birds. With luck we’ll see hummingbirds, falcons and black-chested buzzard eagles. We’ll soon enter a beautiful cloud forest, or polylepis woodland, and the treeless grasslands of the puna. From this point, you can see the highest pass ahead. The path climbs for two more hours along a large number of steps, some of them newly laid to protect the mountain from erosion. You can walk at your own pace, stopping to catch your breath whenever you like. This last hard climb brings us to Dead Woman’s Pass, the first of two that we will cross today. Once the full group reaches this pass, we take a rest break before beginning a steep descent into the Pacaymayo Valley on the other side. You’ll find that your energy returns as we proceed along this downhill segment toward a generous lunch and rest. In the afternoon we begin a second ascent, this time to the ruins at Runcuracay, located a bit below the Runcuracay Pass (3,950 m / 12,956 ft). From the pass, in clear weather, you can look back to the Dead Woman’s Pass and forward to a breath-taking sweep of snow-capped peaks. These include the 6,000-m Pumasillo (Puma’s Claw) massif. From here, most of the trail is downhill or gently undulating until we reach the impressive ruins at Sayacmarca. After some exploration, another 20 minutes bring us to Chakicocha (3,400 m / 11,000 ft). This will be our coldest night on the trail, at around +3 degrees C in December and -4 C in June. Tea time and Buffet Dinner.
Meals:Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner
Accommodation:Camping
Maximum Altitude:4,200 m / 13,776 ft
Minimum Altitude:3,000 m/9,840 ft
Distance Travelled:10 Km approx.
Approximate Walking Time:Approximate Walking Time: 5-6 hours / Ascent up: 900 m

Day 6: Chakicocha, Aobamba Valley, Phuyupatamarka, Intipata, Winaywayna
Chakicocha, Aobamba Valley, Phuyupatamarka, Intipata, Winaywayna.
At sunrise, you will catch sight of Sayacmarca back along the trail, perched on the side of one of the many mountains that surround our campsite. Today’s hike is exceptionally beautiful because we will pass the ruins of Phuyupatamarca, Winaywayna and Intipata, and enjoy dramatic vistas of the Aobamba Valley. This stretch of the trail is of well-kept paved stone, still in great condition after many centuries. Your lungs will appreciate the fact that today’s hike is much more down than up, and significantly shorter than yesterday’s. In getting to Phuyupatamarca (the Town of the Clouds), we will pass through the first of two short, natural tunnels in the mountains. After visiting this site, we will descend about 2,000 stone steps to Winaywayna. If you have not had any knee problems up to this point, you may after this descent. If you have had prior knee injuries, we recommend the use of trekking poles, and perhaps an extra porter, to relieve some of the stress on your joints. Around mid-day, we will arrive at the site of Winaywayna, which we will explore before completing a short additional hike to our camp site for the night (2,700 m / 8,856 ft). After lunch, we will visit the adjacent site of Intipata with its dramatic terrances. A number of creature comforts will be available at this camp site. There is a bar and a small gift shop, and best of all, hot showers for a small fee. There will also be many more trekkers gathering here, ready for the final hike into Machu Picchu tomorrow. We therefore recommend taking extra care of your personal belongings here. Keep an eye on your daypacks and don’t leave anything outside your tent at night. Tea time and Buffet Dinner.
Meals:Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner
Accommodation:Camping
Maximum Altitude:3,750 m / 12,300 ft
Minimum Altitude:2,700 m / 8,856 ft
Distance Travelled:10 Km approx.
Approximate Walking Time:Approximate Walking Time: 5-6 hours / Descent : 700 m

Day 7: Winaywayna, Machu Picchu. Aguas Calientes. Train return to Cusco. Hotel Marqueses. We will get up very early - around 4:00 am - to get to Inti Punku (the Sun Gate), overlooking Machu Picchu for the first rays of the sunrise. This will be a hike of 1-2 hours, with significant upward stretches in the last half. You will be hiking in darkness, so a headlamp is strongly recommended. From Inti Punku, a final easy 40-minute hike will bring us to the entrance to Machu Picchu itself. The trail ends at a series of terraces, which present classic views of the overall city. We will continue on to explore the site, with explanations provided by the trek guide(s). The formal tour will end in the late morning, after which there will be a couple of hours for more exploring on your own, or to just collapse under a tree in the central plaza area. If you are exhausted just come day to Aguas Calientes and relax in the hot springs. Around 13.45 pm Bus down to Aguas Calientes and the participants of the group will gather at Hostel Viajeros to have our celebration lunch. At 16:00 Hrs we walk few minutes to the train station to board Expedition train return to Cusco. From Poroy train station a bus to Plaza San Francisco (Tour bus terminal) near Hotel Marqueses.
Minimum Altitude:2,400 m / 7,872 ft (Machupicchu) 2000 Aguas Calientes
Distance Travelled:8 Km approx plus exploration of Machu Picchu
Approximate Walking Time:Approximate Walking Time: 6-7 hours / Descent : 300 m

Day 8. Last Day in Cusco, Time to relax. Transfer to the Airport. We recommend to book a mid day flight to Lima. Transfer to the Airport for your flight to Lima or next destination.

Hotel Marqueses

What is Included:

  • Transfers in and out from and to the airports in Cusco
  • 4 Nights in Hotel Marqueses Cusco with breakfast.
  • 3 Nights camping on Inca trail ( 2 person shared tent)
  • Tourist vehicles and experts english speaking guides.
  • 4 Day/3 Night Inca Trail hike -Group service.
  • 8 Kg porterage service.
  • Guided tour enroute Inca Trail and Machupicchu
  • Cusco City guided Tour
  • Sacred Valley guided Tour with Lunch
  • buses tickets
  • Bus down to Aguas Calientes.
  • Train return to Cusco (Expedition Class)
  • *Bus and train tickets, accommodation in 3 start hotels, excursions with English speaking guides, 24 hours emergency assistance to ensure you have a peace of mind and safe vacation and all in and out transfers to airports, train station or bus terminals. This means when you get off a bus, plane, or train, you will be met by one of our SAS Travel english speaking representatives, who will drive you to your hotel or to your next tour.

What is not Included:

  • Flight Tickets Lima-Cusco-Lima
  • Cusco Visitors Ticket 165 soles approx US$50 pp
  • (for Cusco tour and Sacred Valley tours)
  • Single tent US$70 (for single travelers)
  • Sleeping Bag extra of US$25
  • Hot springs 10 soles, optional.

Additional Options:

  • Sleeping bag to hire for US$ 25 for entire trek.
  • Thermal Inflatable Mattress US$ 25 for entire trek.
  • Trekking poles to hire $ 10 each US$20 per pair
  • Back pack to hire US$ 20
  • Single tent $70
  • If you do not have domestic flights and would like a quote please contact Soledad and advise of your interest so she can confirm date availability immediately and send you a booking form
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  • UP-GRADING A VISTADOME DELUXE TRAIN.- (Expedition Tourist train service is included in your tour.) Vistadome Deluxe is an optional train returning from Aguas Calientes to Cusco extra of USD$ 60.00 pp . or if you are are a party of 3 then the cost is $50 per person for the upgrade and if you are a party of 5 then the cost is $45 per person for the upgrade )
  • This service generally departs at 15:25 pm from Aguas Calientes Station and arrives at 18:40 pm to Poroy (Cusco) Train Station then a 30 minutes private vehicle to Cusco. There is also a later train if you prefer departing at 5.27pm but we always try to get 3.20pm as we suggest you get more daylight views before 6pm sunset.
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  • If you do not have domestic flights and would like a quote please contact Soledad and advise of your interest so she can confirm date availability immediately and send you a booking form
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  • Shared personal porter.- When you hired a personal porter for 8 Kgs and you request a sleeping bag and mattress, both weight 3.5 Kgs so you can add 4.5 Kgs extra to your duffle bag. If you hire a 6 Kgs porter then 2.5 Kgs weight for your personal clothes. A duffle bag in lend you and given the night previous your hike at meeting point.
  • Drinkable water on the trail.- Bring 2 or 3 Lt of water for Day 1 and 2, there will be hot and cool drinks at meals times provided by our staff, we provide boiled water from 2nd Day at lunch time, bottle water and drinks are sold by locals on Day 1 and 2.
  • Time for the hot springs in Aguas Calientes? Yes you will have, very recommended and really good for your legs and body... another 10 minutes extra walk but worth it.
  • Tips for porters and staff.- It is not mandatory but a tradition on Inca Trail.
  • Hot shower ? Only the first camping site.

We recommend that you bring:

  • Original passport.
  • ISIC internatinal student card if applicable.
  • Backpack to carry your personal items
  • (Mattress, sleeping bag, personal clothes,water for a day, if you hired a porter you need to have a day pack for personal items and water for a day)
  • 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 towe.l
  • 2 litre water bottle, (disposable plastic bottles are forbidden in Machupicchu site)
  • Water purifying tablets is 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.

Recommendations

  • ARRIVE TO CUSCO, SACRED VALLEY TOUR, INCA TRAIL TREK, MACHU PICCHU, HUAYNAPICCHU MOUNTAIN, CUSCO.
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  • DAILY DEPARTURES CONFIRMED: (Min 2 Person) . BOOK 6-2 months before).
  • (on Feb the Inca Trail is closed).
  • Contact our Experts: WhattsApp: +51 984 652232 | +51 974 218769
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  • PERMITS for CLASSIC INCA TRAIL TREK to Machu Picchu every year are LIMITED. For: 2019, 2020. FIRST-COME, FIRST SERVE BASIS. Book ONLINE WELL IN ADVANCE: (10-8 months before.) WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND YOU to -ACT NOW. MACHU PICCHU... you NEED to SEE this wonderful sanctuary before it is too late. -WALK the TRAIL with a great PURPOSE.... BOOK NOW! Great value tours, Guaranteed quality and service. Extensive local knowledge. Friendly and knowledgeable staff. A special personal touch from SAS team. Put your mind at ease. We are a reputable and highly reliable Peruvian tour Operator with more than 25 years of expertise. BOOK IN ADVANCE TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENTS.
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  • Our Price: US$ 1,220 per person -Based in Twin/Double Room + 2 person Tent.
  • US$1,150 with University Student card or under 16 y/o.
  • TICKET FOR HUAYNAPICCHU Mt.- Included in this tour.
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  • Inca Trail Small Groups size: 6-12 person (Occasionally 16 participants). Exceptional mountain guides, cooks and porters make your trip authentic, enjoyable and hassle-free.!
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  • BOOK ONLINE.- Book online on the calendar (Left side -Leaving Dates). Select the month and your preferred leaving date. (Please note that Day 1 in the Tour is the day when you arrive to Lima). Fill in your details as requested, details of people traveling with you. You will generate a reservation code. To confirm you must pay immediately online a deposit of US$ 500.00 per person with Visa or Mastercard OR pay through Paypal. Ask for details to transfer a booking deposit/ down payment into our bank in Peru if there are plenty of spots for the trek to Machu Picchu or check below at Booking Information. Also it is possible to transfer through Western Union (No extra fees). Ask for more details at: [email protected]
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  • Flight Tickets are not Included.
  • We can assist you with other flight Tickets at: [email protected]
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  • If there were some changes arisen from your side, we will propose you the best alternatives and we will be flexible in preparing changes or offer you another easier trek and we will do our best we can so that you can still enjoy your trip to Peru to the fullest.
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  • Our Hotel Marqueses in Cusco offer Medical and Oxygen assistance 24/7, FREE upgrade to Deluxe or Suite room. FREE walking tour to San Pedro Market and 24/7 office assistance.
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  • This tour give you 3 full days in Cusco before your trek so you can cope finely with the altitude while you visit impressive places nearby Cusco guided by our staff. Include a full Day Sacred Valley Tour, 8 Kg personal porter in your trek, night in Aguas Calientes town and Deluxe or Suite room at MARQUESES Hotel in Cusco.
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  • SAS Travel Highlights:
  • Small groups 6-12 -16 max, confirmed departures, personalized service.
  • Friendly, knowledgeable and experienced recommended guides.
  • Guided tours of the seven Inca archaeological sites en route to Machu Picchu.
  • Delicious and nutritious healthy, freshly cooked gourmet meals using local products.
  • Experienced team of local porters from Pisac and Paucartambo.
  • New tents and quality camping equipment. Showers on the first campsite.
  • Free baggage storage in Cusco at Hotel Marqueses and in Aguas Calientes.
  • Celebration Lunch in Aguas Calientes.
  • Inca Trail Survivor Certificate signed by your guides.
  • Inca Trail Survivor T-shirt.
  • Special snack and buffet lunch on Day 4 (final day) in our Hostel Viajeros.
  • Hot shower in Aguas Calientes in our Hostel Viajeros at lunch time.
  • 100% Operated by SAS Travel: We never will place you with other tour operators.
  • Fully 24/7 assistance in our Cusco Office for your last minutes requires.
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  • SHORT INCA TRAIL and ALTERNATIVE TREKS to MACHU PICCHU :
  • Permits are AVAILABLE for Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu 2 or 3 Day, 5 Day Salkantay to Machu Picchu trek, 4 Day Lares to Machu Picchu trek, 4 Day Lares + Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. SEE Departures: Short Inca Trail and Alternative Treks
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  • Up -dated 2019 PERÚ´s Information: Please Click Here

Frequently Asked Questions

  • THE CUSCO´S TOURIST TICKET:
  • The full Cusco Tourist Ticket allows you entry to 15 sites and valid for 10 Days. These sites which are part of the City tour are Sacsayhuaman, Qenko, Puca Pucara, Tambo Machay and these sites which are visited in the Sacred Valley tour are Pisac, Ollantaytambo, Chinchero plus other sites in Cusco such as Religious Art Museum, Church of San Blas, Regional History Museum. The Cusco Tourist Ticket (Boleto Turistico) this visitors ticket costs 130 soles + 35 soles (approx US$50 / half price for students USD$ 25.00) and is valid for 10 days.. It must be paid for in soles.
  • The entrance to Moray is included on the full ticket and is used if doing the new famous Maras Moray and Salt Mines or the mountain biking adventure tour.
  • Cusco Tourist Ticket is also sold at the Inca sites themselves and can be bought on the day of tour if you like.(Partial or Day visit Ticket). Note this ticket does not include: Entrance to Koricancha (or Qorikancha) 10 soles Entrance to Cathedral 25 soles
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  • Cusco Tourist Ticket also includes the admission to the Cusco folk dances and music at Cusco Art Center (Centro Qosqo de Arte Nativo) in the 3rd block of Sol Avenue, presentation everynight from 7:00 pm
  • Alternatively you can purchase a partial ticket for 70 soles which allows a one day only visit of just the 4 Archeological sites if you are not planning to visit any of the Sacred Valley sites such as Pisac, Ollantaytambo, Chincheros or a one day only partial ticket to visit the Sacred Valley sites such as Pisac, Ollantaytambo, Chincheros ( Moray ) if you are not going to have time to visit the 4 Archeological sites of Saqsayhuaman, Qenqo, Pucapucara, Tambomachay.
  • The partial ticket for 70 soles does not allow for any further discount for ISIC card holders. Student partial ticket cost is also 70 soles

Booking Information

  • Select the date departure of your preference on the Calendar. (Day 1, is the date of your arrival to Cusco). Please ensure that you provide your details -or group details in case you are travelling with a group. You will generate a reservation code.
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  • Methods of Payment:
  • 1.- Pay in our website a booking deposit of US$ 500 + 5% pp with Credit/Debit Card (Visa,MC,Amex,Diners). Before paying please inform to your Bank that you are paying overseas. Use the reservation code number you have generated. (There is a 5% fee for payments with cards). OR
  • 2.- For a group bookings (4-5 people). Pay with credit/debit card (Visa,MC,Amex,Diners) as it is indicated above OR make a Bank Transfer to our bank account. For Bank details please e-mail to: [email protected]
  • You will receive your tour Confirmation and details of your Tour to your email within 24 Hours.

Terms & Conditions

  • 1.- You must advise SAS Travel office staff and guides of any medical problems or allergies. You need to have a good health and a good level of fitness is required. If your health is questionable, then you should consult a doctor. If you are over the age of 69, you will need to present us with a current medical certificate. It is highly recommended to arrive to Cusco a few days before your hike and stay in Cusco at least 3 - 1 nights previous to your hike so that your body is prepared for the altitude.
  • 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 at that moment so he can resolve any problems ASAP.
  • 3.- You must carry your original passport and valid University student card (if applicable) on the trail. If you do not take the correct passport as indicated in your booking and permit documents, the control will annul your permit and refuse your entry to the trail. If for any reason, you organize a new passport after we have purchased your permits, you must send us a copy of your new passport or email the new numbers and bring both of your passport with you, or if this is not possible advise us in writing with a scan of the old passport and your new passport for us to present to the Park controllers with official documentation to avoid problems.
  • 4.- The student US$40 discount for use of student cards is regulated by the park itself, not SAS Travel. All student with University student cards are validated by the control of the park and only accepted if you scanned a clear copy of your valid student card through with your deposit at the time of booking and it is confirmed though our agent. A Youth Travel card is not accepted to pay as a student by the Park control.
  • 5.- A personal porter for 8 Kg is included in this tour, at the time of briefing a duffle bag will be given to you so you can pack your items previous to the morning of your hike (Please make sure your duffle bag does not exceed the limit of the weight amount you requested, all hotels can provide you with a scale to weigh your bag.) The rest of your belongings can be stored in your Hotel or you can leave them in our Hotel Marqueses near SAS Travel office.
  • 6.- Every hiker must have and bring a comfortable 20-30 L daypack to carry your personal items. Bring 2-3 litres of drinkable water for Day 1 (disposable plastic bottles, plastic bags are forbidden). Our crew will offer you boiled water at Lunch time on 2nd Day until the end of the hike, locals sell bottled water and drinks on route and campsites on Day 1 and 2. Hot showers are available on the 1st campsite for 15 Soles (if wanted). At the campsite we will offer you hot water for washing/cleaning purposes.
  • 7.- If you are a single traveller you are obliged to pay single supplement for a hotel room but if you do not require a single tent on the Inca Trail hike and are happy to share, then you can let us know at the time of booking and be exempt of this US$70 fee.(This depends if there is someone else willing to share the tent that is the same gender.)
  • 8.- Change of dates is not possible after a permit has been purchased and processed. It is non transferable nor refundable. The deposit will be forfeited and penalties costs will be applied. Please note that we do this because we are prohibited to re-sell your spot/permits after you have cancelled. However you can use part of the permit for Machu Picchu admission in other tours such as Lares, Salkantay, or train tours to Machu Picchu on the indicated reserved dates.
  • 9.- This package includes a expedition train return will be on Day 4 th at 15:00 Hrs from Aguas Calientes to Cusco train station or a train to Ollantaytambo plus a private transport to Cusco, returning to Cusco by 19:30 Hrs approx in both cases.
  • 10.- If you decide not to go, or you become ill or injured on the trail and are unable to continue, a porter or assistant will accompany you back to a safe area with emergency assistance at Ollantaytambo town, from here you can continue by train to Aguas Calientes town and meet the group on the 4th morning (train cost will be at your expenses US$70-80 approx). Helicopter air lift and medical assistance are paid at the expense of the passenger, therefore we recommend to have Travel Insurance. If you fail to complete the hike due to illness we will assist you to meet your group at Machu Picchu to recommence your tour there, although there will be no refund from the original payment, we will however present you with a document to certify your illness and this can be used to present to your Travel Insurance company. If this is the case a hotel in Aguas Calientes, meals during this time, tour in Machupicchu, bus down to Aguas Calientes and train return to Cusco with the group will be provided by SAS Travel with no extra cost, except the train to Aguas Calientes which costs US$ 70-80 pp and the bus up to Machu Picchu which costs US$14.
  • 11.- Huayna Picchu Mountain Entry.- Upon availability and need to book in advance.This ticket is not included for the first session on the 5th day which means you need to enter the control between 7am and 7.50am. Most people take the bus up from Aguas Calientes to Machu Pichu at 6.30 am ($12.00) and then start the day with the climb for first light over Machu Picchu and then have plenty of time after to further explore Machu Picchu. However if you prefer the 2nd session that starts between 10:00 and 11:00 am then please let us know by writing this clearly in the comments and ensuring you have been confirmed with this specification.
  • 12.- Tips for the porters, cooks and guides.(US$50-60) is not mandatory but it is a tradition. You need to have your own money for bottled water or other drinks if wanted along the route, Machu Picchu and Aguas Calientes. Emergency money of at least 300 soles. Total per person (US$150 -US$180) approximately.
  • 13.- Travel Insurance.- We recommend that full Travel Insurance is taken, 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. Get a one week insurance with Nomads Insurance.
  • 14.- When transportation strikes are declared in Cusco without previous notice, the entire group will need to depart Cusco the night before of the tour and do camping near the beginning of the trail to avoid the risk of cancelation of your tour.(We recommend you to come to the SAS Travel office when you arrive to Cusco, to make sure that everything is ready and we ask you to bring your original passport with you.) We recommend to arrive to Cusco a few days prior to your tour.
  • 15.- In extreme cases when Inca Trail to Machu Picchu 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 Salkantay or Lares Valley trek and your booking deposit and payment money will be used for this, There will be no refund from the original payment, or other train trips to Machu Picchu.
  • SAS Travel will take all reasonable care in providing service to our clients to avoid accident, illness or 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 responsible for your own personal property and rented equipment from our company.
  • SAS Travel does not take responsibility for additional costs due to unfavorable weather conditions, natural catastrophe, political strikes, road strikes, accidents, illness, injury, loss of personal items, etc. It is the client responsibility to carry a Travel 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.
  • CANCELATION MADE BY CLIENT:
  • a.- Cancelation of tour once you have booked, permits has been purchased a reservation has been confirmed incurs a loss of the booking deposit US $400.00 per person plus cards or Paypal surcharges. These are calculated from the day written notification is received by SAS Travel.
  • b- Cancellation of tour from the date of confirmation to 60 Days of departure incurs a loss of 70% of total cost of the tour. You must pay a balance online using your reservation code.
  • c- Cancellation of tour within 59 Days to 35 Days of departure incurs a loss of 80% of total cost of the tour. You must pay a balance online using your reservation code.
  • d- Cancellation of tour within 34 days to 15 Days of departure incurs a loss of 90% of total cost of the tour. You must pay a balance online using your reservation code.
  • e- Cancellation of tour within 14 Days to 72 hours of departure incurs a loss of total tour cost. You must pay a balance online using your reservation code.
  • However we can organize an alternative tour to visit Machu Picchu joining your group and utilizing your train tickets and permits entrance to Machu Picchu, completing the tour as normal from Aguas Calientes day 4. We will however if it is your desire present you with a document to certify your illness and this can be used to present to your Travel Insurance company.
  • FINAL PAYMENT:
  • The final balance of your tour will be sent to your email with detailed information. You must pay the full balance of your tour 1 month before the date of your tour departure using any of the payment options indicated in our website or before this date. If you need to amend or add anything to your final confirmation invoice (for example, add equipment, upgrade your hotel in Aguas Calientes, Vistadome Train return etc) you must contact us at least 6 weeks prior to the tour. This is done by contacting our staff at: [email protected]
  • We can then adjust your invoice accordingly and reconfirm the exact balance you need to pay by emailing you that week. You will need to add the 5% credit card commission or 6 % PayPal commission or other fees depending on which payment method you choose.Or pay in US$ cash at our office in Cusco at your arrival. (Payments with cards in our office in Cusco are not accepted).
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