4-Day Inca Quarry Trek to Machu Picchu

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Embark on this recently discovered route which some consider to be an alternative Inca Trail. See stunning waterfalls and witness intriguing Inca engineering marvels at the Cachicata quarry. Visit breathtaking archaeological sites en route to Ollantaytambo and Machu Picchu. Highlights: -Trek through amazing scenery with waterfalls and ruins -Enjoy stunning panoramic views of breathtaking valleys -Experience a unique Inca Sun Gate and Machu Picchu -Witness the work of the Incas at the Cachicata Quarry

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
As of June 11, 2022, all travelers over 18 years old must have three doses of the COVID-19 vaccine. That means two regular doses plus a booster. Passengers from 12 to 17 years old must prove they are vaccinated with two doses. If they do not have a complete scheme, they must present the negative result of an RT-PCR test taken no more than 48 hours before boarding in their country of origin.

Pre-departure briefing
Round Trip Tourist Bus Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu
Round Trip Train Ollantaytambo - Aguas Calientes
Small group experience; Max 15, Avg 4
Meals: 3B/3L/3D
1-night 3* Hotel Accommodation in Aguas Calientes
Camping Accommodation during trek (including basic sleeping mattress & tent for 2 people)
First aid kit & Emergency Oxygen Bottle
Cook: In charge of meal preparation
Professional English Speaking Guide on trek & Machu Picchu tour
Equipment: Tents (2 people will share a tent), Basic sleeping pad, Shared camping equipment, Dinner tent, Kitchen tent, tables and chairs, table settings
Horsemen and Horses to carry tents, food, cooking and camping equipment plus a total of 5 kilos for each trekker. (This includes 2.5 kilos for your sleeping bag & mattress plus 2.5 kilos of personal items.
Cuzco Accommodation Pickup
Van Transfer from Cuzco to Huarocondo/Socma
Bus Transfer from Ollantaytambo to Cuzco

Breakfast on day 1 and lunch on day 4
Sleeping Bag (Available for rent in Cuzco)
Trekking Poles (Available for rent in Cuzco)
Guide for bus and train transfers (these portions are on your own)
Optional Huayna Picchu Trek (at an extra cost) must be booked at least 2 weeks in advance
Optional Machu Picchu Mountain Hike (at an extra cost) must be booked at least 1 week in advance
Tips (Please remember that tipping is 100% optional and depends entirely on the service you received. It is customary to give tips in Latin America, however it is NOT mandatory. If you do wish to give a tip, these are our recommended guidelines.) Guide: 40-60 soles per trekker Horsemen: 60-80 soles for each horseman from the whole group Cook: 150-200 soles for the cook from the whole group
Cuzco Accommodation Drop-off
Personal Expenses
Travel Insurance

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.