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An extended Inca Trail trek through the Sun Gate to Machu Picchu
Peru trekking holiday at its finest
Hike along the Inca Trail and over the Ancascocha Pass
Early morning trek into the Inca citadel
Acclimatisation trek around Cusco

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Primary:	Trekking
Other:	Hiking, Historical Sites, Hot Springs, Swimming, sightseeing, Urban Exploration, Machu Picchu, churches, Camping, Walking Tour

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Inca Trail and Beyond Trek

Crossing three high passes, the established trek follows sections of stone pathway created by the Incas of South America four centuries ago and provides tremendous views of spectacular forested valleys and of the snow-capped peaks of the Vilcabamba.

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The Inca Trail is recognised to be one of the world's greatest treks. Traversing the foothills of Peru's Cordillera Vilcabamba, provides an unforgettably dramatic trek to the fabulous Inca ruins of Machu Picchu. Crossing three high passes, the established trek follows sections of stone pathway created by the Incas of South America four centuries ago and provides tremendous views of spectacular forested valleys and of the snow-capped peaks of the Vilcabamba. Our visit to Peru begins in ancient Inca capital of Cusco, high in the Andes. Here we have 2 days of sightseeing and acclimatisation including visits to the fortresses at Sacsayhuaman and at Ollantaytambo in the nearby Sacred Valley. We then set off on a picturesque trail around Huayanay Peak, passing through forest to alpine meadows and crossing the Ancascocha Pass (4625m) to reach the Inca Trail. On this memorable 3-day section of trail, we are likely to see few other trekkers. This short introduction also ensures that we are fit, well acclimatised and ready to enjoy one of the world's greatest walks. Once on the main trail, we encounter increasingly impressive Inca ruins such as Sayacmarca and Winay Huayna, before arriving at Machu Picchu, the world-famous lost city of the Incas. With blue glacial lakes, cloud forest, orchids, hummingbirds, magnificent Inca settlements and stone-paved trails, there is no other short trek in the world that offers such a variety of experiences.

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The group size for this holiday is: 4-16

Pricing Notes

Inca Trail Permit: In order to ensure your place on the Inca Trail, KE will need to purchase your Inca Trail Permit as soon as the trip reaches the 'guaranteed to run' status. The current permit fee is confirmed in the 'Additional costs' above and you will need to pay this at the time of booking. The deposit for this trip includes the permit fee.

Inca Trail Permits The cost of a permit for the Inca Trail is prone to increase and varies with exchange rate fluctuations, and it is therefore not possible to include this in the trip price. The Peruvian Authorities now strictly limit the amount of Inca Trail Permits issued for each day and in order to ensure your place on the Inca Trail, KE will purchase your permit as soon as the trip is guaranteed to run. To cover this you will be asked to pay a higher deposit at the time of booking. Once the trip is guaranteed to run the cost of your Inca Trail permit cannot be refunded (unless we cancel the trip) as the permits are not transferable.

Note: Prices and itineraries shown for holidays departing in 2013 may be subject to change, although we will endeavour to keep any price increases to a minimum. 2013 prices will be confirmed in October 2012.

Day 1: Arrive Cusco. Afternoon at leisure

Arriving in the former Inca capital of Southern Peru, we are met by our guide or a KE representative who will arrange the transfer to the group’s hotel. After checking in we are free to explore this utterly charming city. The group hotel is a short walk away from the main square - the Plaza de Armas, where there are numerous cafes, restaurants and craft shops as well as the stunning architecture left behind by both the Inca and Spanish colonial empires that made Cusco their capital city. As we are now at an altitude of 3200 metres, we will want to take it easy in order to acclimatise to the rarefied air. In the evening, we can relax in one of the excellent restaurants that overlook the square. Note that meals are not included on this day.

Day 2: Sightseeing in Cusco

A day for acclimatisation in Cusco. We have a relaxing walking tour of the city. Every small street or alley-way that we enter and every corner that we turn, brings another surprise, in the form of superbly constructed Incaic walls or the rather more architecturally extravagant Spanish Colonial churches and palaces. The city, once capital of the extensive Inca Empire, has seen many changes since Pizarro took control of the city (with apparent ease) in 1535. The highlight of this tour is our visit to the impressive fortress citadel of Sacsayhuaman, which is set high above Cusco. The afternoon is free for further independent exploration. Overnight at the group hotel. Included meals = Breakfast (B)

Day 3: Through the Sacred Valley of the Incas to Ollantaytambo

After breakfast, we set off for an impressive drive to the Sacred Valley of the Incas. The road climbs out of the valley to reveal stunning views of the Vilcabamba peaks, Salkantay Este and Huayanay – our first glimpse of the high mountains. We take a detour from the main road to visit the 16th century church at Maras. Set in an imposing position high above the Sacred Valley, its red roof is visible for miles around. From the church we take a leisurely stroll down to the valley floor, passing through the spectacular salt mines at Moray. This walk takes about 2 hours and is an easy introduction to our trek. Reunited with our transport, we make the short drive along the Urubamba River to Ollanytaytambo situated below an important Inca ruin. We spend the night at the excellent Hotel El Albergue. In the evening, we will have a final briefing and repack our clothing and equipment for the ensuing trek. (B)

Lodging	Hotel El Albergue
Description	El Albergue is a historic and romantic hotel, located in the Ollantaytambo train station little more than an hour away from Machu Picchu and the city of Cusco.

Day 4: Begin trekking in the Silque Valley

Today, we start trekking from Ollantaytambo. Crossing the Urubamba River on a bridge after 10 minutes, we head west for 3 hours to the junction with the Silque Valley where there is a good place to stop for a picnic lunch. Our trekbags will have been taken by road to Chilca to meet up with our porters. There is a short-cut into the Silque Valley which means that we do not need to go as far as Chilca. After lunch, we make the easy one and a half hour ascent, through potato and quinua farms, to our first campsite at Hatunrumiyoc (c.3000m. 10,000ft.), a name that means “big stone” in the local Quechua language. Included meals = Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (B,L,D)

Day 5: Trek to Ancascocha

We begin our beautiful walk up the Silque Valley with great views of the peak known as Veronica (5700m. / 18,702ft.). Immediately above camp we enter a narrow gorge, taking the path on the left side. We cross a number of small bridges and then the path begins to climb above the river on its west side. Turning the corner, we contour above several small grazing settlements, where the local Indian people tend their herds of sheep and horses. Our campsite is in a beautiful location at the head of the valley, at the place known as Ancascocha (cocha meaning lake) - the lake is half an hour’s walk above the campsite. The total height gain for the day is approximately 1000 metres or 3000 feet and the walking time is around 5 hours. (B,L,D)

Day 6: Cross Ancascocha Pass to Muyu Muyu

Above the village, we turn towards the southwest and continue our ascent in a narrow valley, with waterfalls and a small lake. A walk of around 3 hours takes us to the Ancascocha Pass (4625m. / 15,175ft.) where we are treated to excellent views of deeply incised valleys and forested ridges in the distance and the snow-capped peaks of Salkantay Este and Huayanay nearer to hand. The scenery is truly spectacular, as we descend into the Q’esqa Valley to our campsite, at Muyu Muyu (3810m. / 12,500ft.). 6 hours trekking. (B,L,D)

Day 7: To Paucarcancha

We continue to follow this beautiful valley, descending through several small hamlets, scattered grazing pastures and patches of woodland the village of Q’esqa. Glaciers tumble down from Huayanay, immediately above as we begin a gradual climb out of the valley along a ridge. After 20 minutes, we start to descend and after a further hour we arrive at the first Inca ruin. We continue to descend on a delightful path to the junction with the Pampacahua River, and the nearby semi-circular Inca ruins of Paucarcancha. We make camp here at 3048m. / 10,000ft . (B,L,D)

Day 8: Trek to Llulluchapampa

Crossing the Cusichaca River we contour above the village of Huayllabamba. At this point, we have joined the main Inca Trail and begin an ascent through beautiful patches of cloud forest, to the campsite at Llulluchapampa (3810m. / 12,500ft.). There are great views of Huayanay during this part of our walk and we will also see many species of orchid, as well as some of the more than 250 varieties of hummingbirds that can be found in the Machu Picchu National Park. (B,L,D)

Day 9: Trek to Phuyupatamarca

After breakfast, we start the hour and a half climb towards the Huarmiwanusca Pass (4200m. / 13780ft.) which affords superb views of Huayanay, to the south and also of the Pacaymayo Valley, which lies in front of us, to the west. Dropping down into this valley takes about two hours and then we start the ascent to Runccuracay, a small Inca “tambo” or inn. We take lunch near here, before setting out for our second pass, the Runccuracay Pass (3985m. / 13,075ft.) where, weather permitting, we should have great views of the Vilcabamba range in the far distance. The trail here becomes wider, now paved with the original Inca stones and weaves through a forest which is becoming ever more luxuriant. We make a short detour to climb the 98 steps which lead up to Sayacmarca “the place with a dominant view” - an impressive Inca ruin which looks out towards the Aobamba Valley some 2000 metres or 6500 feet below. Continuing our descent, we pass the small Inca site known as Qonchamarca and then climb to the so called “third pass,” trekking through magnificent forests (and also negotiating a tunnel carved by the Incas) to our next campsite at Phuyupatamarca (3650m. / 11,975ft.). This is another camp with incredible views of the Urubamba Valley ahead of us to the north and north-west. There are magnificent views of Salcantay, Humantay and the whole Vilcabamba range. (B,L,D)

Day 10: To Machu Picchu. Overnight in Aguas Calientes

Early start to catch the sunrise from a viewpoint above camp. Then, after breakfast, we say farewell to our porters and kitchen crew and begin the descent of the more than 3000 steps which lead down to the beautiful settlement of Winay Huayna, a name which means eternally young. A detour away from the main trail leads to this wonderful citadel overlooking the Urubamba River. A further hour of descent and a final 30 minute climb, takes us to the famous Inti Punku, or Sun Gate, where we will have our first, and most impressive view, of Machu Picchu, the famous lost city of the Incas. Passing through the Sun Gate, we descend past the citadel itself and then catch the bus down to the town of Aguas Calientes (2040m. / 6693ft.) where we spend the night at our designated hotel. This little town has a very special atmosphere, nice hot springs (a swimsuit is a must!) and good restaurants and bars. (B, L)

Day 11: Machu Picchu, then train to Cusco

An early morning start to catch the first bus back up to Machu Picchu. This ensures that we have a good amount of time to explore the site before the crowds arrive on the first morning train from Cusco. We will be accompanied by a knowledgeable local guide, who will bring the citadel to life for us. We will also have enough time to go exploring on our own. After the tour of the main buildings and structures with our expert guide, we can walk to the Inca Bridge, discover hidden corners of the ruins, or just soak up the atmosphere of one of the most famous places on earth. We will spend a full day in the citadel before catching the bus (or walking) back down to Aguas Calientes in time to catch the afternoon train back to Ollantaytambo in the Sacred Valley. From here we transfer by bus over the pass and down into Cusco where we check into our hotel. We will no doubt wish to enjoy an evening meal in one of Cusco’s many excellent restaurants. (B)

Day 12: A free day in Cusco

A free day in Cusco, for more sightseeing, last minute souvenir buying, or just relaxing in the special ambience of this charming city. (B)

Day 13: Depart Cusco

KE Land Only package services end after breakfast. Complimentary airport transfers are provided. (B)

Overall Rating	Guide Rating	Accommodation Rating	Itinerary Rating	Value Rating

Jerri-Ann Meyer

I thoroughly enjoyed the scenery, trekking, local culture and ruins. I found the beyond trek to be so well worth it as it gave me insight into the local culture and the chance to view areas off the beaten track.

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Stephen Mee

What did it for me was the amazing scenery, ability of crew to set up camp and produce such good food, Macchu Picchu to Ollantaytambo train ride and the friendly Peruvians, in fact, almost everything!

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Hugh Jones

High praise for the catering. Not one dodgy tummy and consistently high quality tuck. "Chema" is a complex character and can appear quite dark and moody but these are minor quibbles. His knowledge is breathtaking, matched only by his passion for the mountains. He is also a master tactician and brilliantly avoided all crowds on the final days on the Inca Trail, while both walking and sleeping. His English is superb by the way. I most enjoyed the 'beyond' bit of the trek...

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Joy Buckle

Our trip guide was wonderful. Very knowledgable about every aspect of his country, passionate about sharing his knowledge, & a very good leader. As the slowest member of the group he made me feel comfortable with my own pace going up the mountains, so that I didn't feel guilty of holding everyone back. I've got a feeling our beach holidays may now be a thing of the past!

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Jeanne Erdahl

The knowledge of the guide was outstanding and the support crew were wonderful.

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David Swain

The trip was pretty well faultless throughout. The food on trek was excellent, in fact remarkable considering the remoteness of the ealy part of the trek. By the time the trek was over we had eaten a wide variety of classic local dishes. I have trekked in most high places in the world and this was one of the best. Machu Pichu is an unforgettable experience but for me the best part of the trip was the trek before joining the Machu Pichu trail especially the camp before the Ancascocha pass. A truly beautiful camp site.

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Philip Bartlett

Would just like to thank everyone involved, great overall commitment and understanding from the whole company, quick replies to any problems and efficient organisation throughout.

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Elizabeth Snow

The extension to Lake Titicaca was very good, the Orient Express train relaxing and the stay on Taquile island particularly interesting. George gave us a very interesting detailed insight into the way of life on the island. The people very wonderful and everyone did their best for us. George ensured that everything went well and stayed at the airport to make sure we got thr ough okay. He checked on the flight times, which had been changed again, and so ensured everything went according to plan.

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Janet Donbavand

I most enjoyed the sun actually shining when we reached the Sun gate at Machu Picchu. Cusco was a brilliant city with something going on all the time.

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Robert Gardner,

A very good trek, I've done a good number of different ones now and would say this was amoungst the best. The group was a fit bunch and we all had a sense of humour which was similiar including the leader and this helped greatly. Going thru the Sun gate from rainy to all sun as we stepped through was fantastic.... what holidays are made off.

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TRIP INCLUDES

An experienced English-speaking local leader
Cusco Airport transfers (on designated group arrival and departure days only)
All land transport required in the itinerary
Hotel accommodation in Cusco / Ollantaytambo / Aguas Calientes on a bed and breakfast basis
Guided sightseeing tour of Cusco
A full service on trek including food and all equipment (excluding personal equipment)

TRIP DOES NOT INCLUDE

Travel Insurance
Cusco airport departure taxes
Inca Trail Permit (payable at time of booking - see pricing tab)
Tips for porters and other trek staff
Lunch and dinner in Cusco / Ollantaytambo / Aguas Calientes
Miscellaneous personal expenses - drinks and souvenirs etc.

CANCELLATIONS: 20% cancellation fee applied if cancelled 60 days prior to departure. Cancellations within 60 days are 100% non-cancelable

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                                        Day 1: Arrive Cusco. Afternoon at leisure
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                                        Arriving in the former Inca capital of Southern Peru, we are met by our guide or a KE representative who will arrange the transfer to the group’s hotel. After checking in we are free to explore this utterly charming city. The group hotel is a short walk away from the main square - the Plaza de Armas, where there are numerous cafes, restaurants and craft shops as well as the stunning architecture left behind by both the Inca and Spanish colonial empires that made Cusco their capital city. As we are now at an altitude of 3200 metres, we will want to take it easy in order to acclimatise to the rarefied air. In the evening, we can relax in one of the excellent restaurants that overlook the square. Note that meals are not included on this day.
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                                        Day 2: Sightseeing in Cusco
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                                        A day for acclimatisation in Cusco. We have a relaxing walking tour of the city. Every small street or alley-way that we enter and every corner that we turn, brings another surprise, in the form of superbly constructed Incaic walls or the rather more architecturally extravagant Spanish Colonial churches and palaces. The city, once capital of the extensive Inca Empire, has seen many changes since Pizarro took control of the city (with apparent ease) in 1535. The highlight of this tour is our visit to the impressive fortress citadel of Sacsayhuaman, which is set high above Cusco. The afternoon is free for further independent exploration. Overnight at the group hotel. Included meals = Breakfast (B)
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                                        Day 3: Through the Sacred Valley of the Incas to Ollantaytambo
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                                        After breakfast, we set off for an impressive drive to the Sacred Valley of the Incas. The road climbs out of the valley to reveal stunning views of the Vilcabamba peaks, Salkantay Este and Huayanay – our first glimpse of the high mountains. We take a detour from the main road to visit the 16th century church at Maras. Set in an imposing position high above the Sacred Valley, its red roof is visible for miles around. From the church we take a leisurely stroll down to the valley floor, passing through the spectacular salt mines at Moray. This walk takes about 2 hours and is an easy introduction to our trek. Reunited with our transport, we make the short drive along the Urubamba River to Ollanytaytambo situated below an important Inca ruin. We spend the night at the excellent Hotel El Albergue. In the evening, we will have a final briefing and repack our clothing and equipment for the ensuing trek. (B)
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                                                    <td valign="top">El Albergue is a historic and romantic hotel, located in the Ollantaytambo train station little more than an hour away from Machu Picchu and the city of Cusco.
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                                        Day 4: Begin trekking in the Silque Valley
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                                        Today, we start trekking from Ollantaytambo. Crossing the Urubamba River on a bridge after 10 minutes, we head west for 3 hours to the junction with the Silque Valley where there is a good place to stop for a picnic lunch. Our trekbags will have been taken by road to Chilca to meet up with our porters. There is a short-cut into the Silque Valley which means that we do not need to go as far as Chilca. After lunch, we make the easy one and a half hour ascent, through potato and quinua farms, to our first campsite at Hatunrumiyoc (c.3000m. 10,000ft.), a name that means “big stone” in the local Quechua language. Included meals = Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (B,L,D)
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                                        Day 5: Trek to Ancascocha
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                                        We begin our beautiful walk up the Silque Valley with great views of the peak known as Veronica (5700m. / 18,702ft.). Immediately above camp we enter a narrow gorge, taking the path on the left side. We cross a number of small bridges and then the path begins to climb above the river on its west side. Turning the corner, we contour above several small grazing settlements, where the local Indian people tend their herds of sheep and horses. Our campsite is in a beautiful location at the head of the valley, at the place known as Ancascocha (cocha meaning lake) - the lake is half an hour’s walk above the campsite. The total height gain for the day is approximately 1000 metres or 3000 feet and the walking time is around 5 hours. (B,L,D)
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                                        Day 6: Cross Ancascocha Pass to Muyu Muyu
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                                        Above the village, we turn towards the southwest and continue our ascent in a narrow valley, with waterfalls and a small lake. A walk of around 3 hours takes us to the Ancascocha Pass (4625m. / 15,175ft.) where we are treated to excellent views of deeply incised valleys and forested ridges in the distance and the snow-capped peaks of Salkantay Este and Huayanay nearer to hand. The scenery is truly spectacular, as we descend into the Q’esqa Valley to our campsite, at Muyu Muyu (3810m. / 12,500ft.). 6 hours trekking. (B,L,D)
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                                        Day 7: To Paucarcancha
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                                        We continue to follow this beautiful valley, descending through several small hamlets, scattered grazing pastures and patches of woodland the village of Q’esqa. Glaciers tumble down from Huayanay, immediately above as we begin a gradual climb out of the valley along a ridge. After 20 minutes, we start to descend and after a further hour we arrive at the first Inca ruin. We continue to descend on a delightful path to the junction with the Pampacahua River, and the nearby semi-circular Inca ruins of Paucarcancha. We make camp here at 3048m. / 10,000ft . (B,L,D)
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                                        Day 8: Trek to Llulluchapampa
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                                        Crossing the Cusichaca River we contour above the village of Huayllabamba. At this point, we have joined the main Inca Trail and begin an ascent through beautiful patches of cloud forest, to the campsite at Llulluchapampa (3810m. / 12,500ft.). There are great views of Huayanay during this part of our walk and we will also see many species of orchid, as well as some of the more than 250 varieties of hummingbirds that can be found in the Machu Picchu National Park. (B,L,D)
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                                        Day 9: Trek to Phuyupatamarca
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                                        After breakfast, we start the hour and a half climb towards the Huarmiwanusca Pass (4200m. / 13780ft.) which affords superb views of Huayanay, to the south and also of the Pacaymayo Valley, which lies in front of us, to the west. Dropping down into this valley takes about two hours and then we start the ascent to Runccuracay, a small Inca “tambo” or inn. We take lunch near here, before setting out for our second pass, the Runccuracay Pass (3985m. / 13,075ft.) where, weather permitting, we should have great views of the Vilcabamba range in the far distance. The trail here becomes wider, now paved with the original Inca stones and weaves through a forest which is becoming ever more luxuriant. We make a short detour to climb the 98 steps which lead up to Sayacmarca “the place with a dominant view” - an impressive Inca ruin which looks out towards the Aobamba Valley some 2000 metres or 6500 feet below. Continuing our descent, we pass the small Inca site known as Qonchamarca and then climb to the so called “third pass,” trekking through magnificent forests (and also negotiating a tunnel carved by the Incas) to our next campsite at Phuyupatamarca (3650m. / 11,975ft.). This is another camp with incredible views of the Urubamba Valley ahead of us to the north and north-west. There are magnificent views of Salcantay, Humantay and the whole Vilcabamba range. (B,L,D)
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                                        Day 10: To Machu Picchu. Overnight in Aguas Calientes
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                                        Early start to catch the sunrise from a viewpoint above camp. Then, after breakfast, we say farewell to our porters and kitchen crew and begin the descent of the more than 3000 steps which lead down to the beautiful settlement of Winay Huayna, a name which means eternally young. A detour away from the main trail leads to this wonderful citadel overlooking the Urubamba River. A further hour of descent and a final 30 minute climb, takes us to the famous Inti Punku, or Sun Gate, where we will have our first, and most impressive view, of Machu Picchu, the famous lost city of the Incas. Passing through the Sun Gate, we descend past the citadel itself and then catch the bus down to the town of Aguas Calientes (2040m. / 6693ft.) where we spend the night at our designated hotel. This little town has a very special atmosphere, nice hot springs (a swimsuit is a must!) and good restaurants and bars. (B, L)
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                                        Day 11: Machu Picchu, then train to Cusco
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                                        An early morning start to catch the first bus back up to Machu Picchu. This ensures that we have a good amount of time to explore the site before the crowds arrive on the first morning train from Cusco. We will be accompanied by a knowledgeable local guide, who will bring the citadel to life for us. We will also have enough time to go exploring on our own. After the tour of the main buildings and structures with our expert guide, we can walk to the Inca Bridge, discover hidden corners of the ruins, or just soak up the atmosphere of one of the most famous places on earth. We will spend a full day in the citadel before catching the bus (or walking) back down to Aguas Calientes in time to catch the afternoon train back to Ollantaytambo in the Sacred Valley. From here we transfer by bus over the pass and down into Cusco where we check into our hotel. We will no doubt wish to enjoy an evening meal in one of Cusco’s many excellent restaurants. (B)
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                                        Day 12: A free day in Cusco
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                                        A free day in Cusco, for more sightseeing, last minute souvenir buying, or just relaxing in the special ambience of this charming city. (B)
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                                        Day 13: Depart Cusco
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                                        KE Land Only package services end after breakfast. Complimentary airport transfers are provided. (B)
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