The memorable journey begins by making our way across the riverbed from either Cusco or the Sacred Valley. We get up at sunrise, where our 5-day trek starts from a section of the Inca Trail that only few have the opportunity to visit. Most groups cross the Urubamba River at Km 82, but we’ll follow the river downstream and cross at Km 88, setting the tone for the rest of the trip - isolated, avoiding the crowds and having the landscapes all to ourselves. Upon our arrival in Chamana, a small village that’s part of the Llaqtapata Community, a warm lunch will await us at our private campsite. As evening approaches, you will have the option to visit the archaeological sites of Wayna Q’ente and Llaqtapata, charming ruins of Incan stone walls, stairs, and other incredible ancient Incan monuments and constructions that will leave you in awe. By the end of the day, we are delighted to offer you teatime, a hot shower, and warm dinner, all while reminiscing on the day’s beautiful trekking in the outdoors!
inca trail to machu picchu
The Choquequirao to Machu Picchu trek perfectly combines remote high-mountain hiking with archaeological exploration. The sheer diversity of terrain you will experience on this route will provide a feast for your eyes, and the remoteness and rarefied atmospheres will nourish your soul. You’ll see fantastic rock formations, deep, colorful canyons, flutes of glacial ice, and nebulous cloud forests during this incredible seven-day trek, culminating with a visit to the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu. The route starts at the famous citadel of Choquequirao, passes through the Apurimac Canyon and the Cordillera Vilcabamba, and finally reaches the ancient complex of Machu Picchu. We invite you to check out the full Choquequirao to Machu Picchu itinerary for a preview of the incredible discoveries you’ll make along the way. Don’t forget to check our tips on the left-hand side of the page. They will advise you on how to prepare for this intense, life-elevating experience. See you on the trail!
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5 day Inca trail to Machu Picchu
On the 5 day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu hike, explore breathtaking alpine passes, lush valleys, dense cloud forests, and rushing rivers, culminating with the mystical citadel of Machu Picchu.