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Enjoy a little extra comfort as you follow in the footsteps of the Peruvian Incas
Set amidst hills in the altiplano, the Imperial City of the Incas, Cuzco (3,400) was the geographic, cultural and political centre of a vast empire which, at its peak, stretched from present-day Quito in Ecuador to Santiago in Chile. After the Spanish conquistadores invaded the city they started building on top of the Incan structures, resulting in unique architecture, a fusion of the Incan and Spanish colonial styles. The group flights usually arrive in the mid-afternoon, giving time to wander the cobbled streets, visit the museums, churches and pre-Columbian buildings, such as Qorikancha – the Sun Temple, or to sit in a café and enjoy a coca-tea. There will be a briefing in the evening.Hotel San Agustin Plaza / Eco Inn (or similar)
Today we visit the magnificent Sacred Valley of the Incas and the incredible ruins at Pisac before continuing on to Ollantaytambo, where we spend the night. The Sacred Valley, which runs along the Urubamba River near Cuzco, is the true heartland of Incan culture and tradition, which is still strong today. The high-Andean scenery is dotted with old towns and villages dating back to pre-Columbian times. The ruins of the Citadel at Pisac guarded a road from the lowlands and gives way to a picturesque landscape of terraces carved into the solid rock itself. The Inca ruins at Ollantaytambo give you a sense of the scale of what is to come as huge stone terraces scale the valley sides. This was the royal estate of Inca Emperor Pachacuti as well as being of religious and defensive significance. Hotel Pakaripampu (or similar)
The Classic Inca Trail is a tangential branch part of a 45,000km road network linking the whole empire to Cuzco. It was built in the 15th Century to reach Machu Picchu but was abandoned soon after the Spanish conquest. American adventurer, Hiram Bingham travelled along the trail when he came across Machu Picchu in 1911. The trail opened to the public in 1970.This morning we follow a track beside the river (45 minutes) to the start of the Inca Trail at Piscacucho, commonly known as Km82. After greeting our trekking crew, we show our passports at the checkpoint and begin the Inca Trail trek. The trail runs alongside the Vilcanota River beneath the impressive snow-capped Nevado Veronica, passing through cactus gardens and fields of corn until we reach the enormous Inca ruins of Llactapata, where we continue up a side valley to camp near the hamlet of Huayllabamba.Walk Profile: approx. 11km / 6‐7hrs walkingFull-service Camping - Huayllabamba CampInca Trail - Meals Included: breakfast lunch dinner
Distance in Km: 11
Distance in Miles: 6.8
Activity Hours: 6-7
This is the longest and most strenuous day. A long climb (largely up stone staircases) takes us first through an area of cloud forest to the meadows of Llulluchapampa, then over the Warmihuañusca (Dead Woman's) pass, at 4215m the highest point on the trek. After quite a long, steep descent we camp in the scenic valley of the Pacamayo River (3600m).Walk Profile: approx. 10km / 6‐7hrs walkingFull-service Camping - Pacamayo CampInca Trail - Meals Included: breakfast lunch dinner
Distance in Km: 10
Distance in Miles: 6.2
Activity Hours: 6-7
We start the day with an easier climb which takes us past the ruins of Runquracay and over the Runquracay Pass (3930m). From now on the Inca Trail becomes a clearly defined path made of flat boulders. We pass the ruins of Sayacmarca and suddenly enter rainforest; at one point the trail passes through an Inca tunnel. We camp at a spectacular campsite on the ridge above the Inca site of Phuyupatamarca (3680m) to benefit from the views of sunset and sunrise.Walk Profile: approx. 12km / 5-6hrs walkingFull-service Camping - Phuyupatamarca CampInca Trail - Meals Included: breakfast lunch dinner
Distance in Km: 12
Distance in Miles: 7.5
Activity Hours: 5-6
From the ridge, we embark on the infamous Inca steps: a two-kilometre stone staircase taking us rapidly downhill amid a panorama of overwhelming immensity, with the peaks of the Vilcabamba range above, and the river thousands of metres below. After visiting the attractive ruins of Wiñay Wayna, we have an undulating walk through cloud forest high above the river to Inti Punku, the Sun Gate. From here we get our first full sight of Machu Picchu itself, with Huayna Picchu rising behind.Traditionally busy with groups of trekkers clamouring for photos, we plan our arrival at Inti Punku later in the day so we can enjoy unobstructed views of the magnificent ruins. Whilst most groups choose to visit Machu Picchu today, we'll pass around the edge of the ruins and exit the site, descending to Aguas Calientes for a well-earned rest, a shower and a comfortable bed for the night. Our trekking permits allow us one entry into the site, which we use for our tour tomorrow when we are refreshed and more able to enjoy it.There is usually time for an optional visit to the hot springs in Aguas Calientes, however, in recent years they have become over-crowded and the water quality can suffer as a result. We will be reunited with those who have been on the Moonstone Trek at the hotel this afternoon.Walk Profile: approx. 9km / 6-7hrs walkingHotel Casa Andina, Aguas Calientes (or similar)Inca Trail - Meals Included: breakfast lunch
Distance in Km: 9
Distance in Miles: 5.6
Activity Hours: 6-7
In order to beat the day-trippers arriving from Cuzco and reach the ruins as early as possible, a very early start is required to queue for Machu Picchu; only government-registered buses can make the 30-minute drive up the winding road to the site entrance and during high season (May-October) queues can be long. Machu Picchu is one of the architectural and engineering marvels of the ancient world and what makes it all the more dramatic is its mountain backdrop of staggering immensity. The Spaniards never found it, the Incas left no records of it, and so Machu Picchu remained a great enigma, a city lost for centuries in the jungle until it was rediscovered in 1911 by the American historian Hiram Bingham. New regulations for visiting Machu Picchu are now fully enforced; of the three possible visiting slots, we will purchase the morning slot from 06:00 until 12:00 (unless unavailable), you will be limited to a maximum of four hours within the site and must be accompanied by a guide. There will also be three set routes to follow around Machu Picchu; we select the most comprehensive route. We catch an afternoon train back to Ollantaytambo (1hr 30 mins) and continue by private bus to Cuzco (2hrs 30 mins).Hotel San Agustin Plaza / Eco Inn (or similar)
For land only travellers, the trip ends in Cuzco after breakfast today. Those who are travelling on the group flights will be taken to Cuzco airport this morning for your overnight flight to London.
4 nights premium hotels and 3 nights full-service camping4 days
point-to-point walking with full porterageAltitude maximum 4215m, average
3050mIncreased personal weight limit of 10kg on trekTravel by private bus and
train
All breakfasts, 4 lunches and 3 dinners are included in the price of the
tour. (for those doing the Train Option: all breakfasts and 3 lunches are
included).Peruvian cuisine has developed a reputation for its flavours and
originality and it’s well worth trying out a few of the local delicacies.
Amongst these are ceviche (a spicy dish of seafood or fish marinated in lime
juice), lomo saltado (a Peruvian take on a beef stir-fry) and various hearty
soups such as the delicious quinoa soup. Other dishes include roasted cuy
(guinea pig), Alpaca steak, and to drink, the national beverage: Pisco
Sour.In the hotels breakfasts are normally buffet-style.While on the trek
itself, we also offer a more varied range of meals than on our standard Inca
Trail itineraries to give that little extra comfort. For instance,
substantial breakfasts including a cooked dish, a cooked lunch including soup
or a starter followed by a hot main dish (usually with hot drinks), and a
hearty three-course cooked dinner, are typical.Drinking water is provided.
The tap water in Peru is not safe to drink; boiled and filtered drinking
water is provided on the trek and elsewhere your leader will buy large water
containers for you to refill your bottle from.
4 nights premium hotels and 3 nights full-service camping4 days
point-to-point walking with full porterageAltitude maximum 4215m, average
3050mIncreased personal weight limit of 10kg on trekTravel by private bus and
train
This is a Moderate grade trek (level 3) - please refer to our activity level
guidelines. There are four days point-to-point walking with full porterage,
reaching a maximum altitude of 4215m, average 3050m. Though not without its
difficulties (in particular the ascent and descent of the first pass, known
as Dead Woman's Pass!) this trek is certainly possible for anyone in a good
state of health and fitness, but we would not recommend it as a beginner's
trek to anyone with no previous trekking experience. If you are not a regular
walker you should put in some physical preparation beforehand. The trek is
also not particularly suitable for those with bad knees due to the number of
steep and uneven steps, particularly on the third and fourth days of the
trek.You may find our Fitness Training Guide a useful reference. As this
trip spends considerable time at altitude, we ask you to refer to the
altitude warning within the Trip Notes. We spend one day in Cuzco (3400m) and
one in Ollantaytambo (2800m) acclimatising before starting the trek.Protest
action/strikes are not uncommon in Peru, and whilst these are generally
peaceful, they can involve roadblocks and cause disruption to travel.
Occasionally your leader may have to adapt your itinerary in response to
this. Walking hours stated within the itinerary are given as approximates
only. Timings stated include lunch and photo stops and will vary depending on
the pace of your group.Inca Trail RegulationsThere are a number of important
regulations regarding the Inca Trail that we would like to make you aware
of:Spaces on the Inca Trail are on a first come, first served basis and we
urge you to book as early as possible. If you cancel your booking more than
8 weeks before departure and wish to transfer your deposit to another
departure or another trip the transfer fee is £150 as we will lose the
permit we have purchased on your behalf. This is an amendment to our Booking
Conditions. No transfers are possible within 8 weeks of departure. Bookings
can only be made if we are supplied with your full name, passport details,
date of birth and nationality, exactly as per the passport you will be using
to travel to Peru (this information is used to purchase your Inca Trail
permit). If your passport details do not match those on your permit you will
be refused entry to the Inca Trail by the local authorities. Should the
passport used to purchase your permit be lost, stolen or expire before your
Inca Trail start date, you must purchase a new passport and notify Exodus
immediately as we will need to apply to amend your Inca Trail permit. To do
so, you must supply copies of both your old and new passports to Exodus in
advance of travel and pay an administration fee of £25. For this reason, we
strongly recommend that you make a copy of your passport at the time of
booking and keep it somewhere safe.Please be aware that these regulations may
change at any time, and Exodus is not responsible for the decisions made by
Peruvian authorities.There is a possibility that the Peruvian authorities may
increase the entrance fees to the Inca Trail, Machu Picchu and other major
sights at any time. If they do so, we will inform you of this increase and
the extra amount will need to be paid locally in cash in Peru.Please Note:
Whilst your departure date may be 'Guaranteed', your Inca Trail permit itself
will initially be 'On Request'. If travelling within the current year we will
try to purchase your permit immediately upon receiving your booking. If
travelling next year, we will apply for your permit as soon as they are
released for sale. In either case, in the event that we are unable to get
your permit, we will contact you to discuss your options. Alternative
Moonstone TrekOnce Inca Trail permits have sold out for a given date, we can
no longer accept bookings for the classic Inca Trail trek. However, we can
offer an equally spectacular alternative trek (not requiring a permit) in its
place. The remote high altitude Moonstone Trek takes in a number of recently
discovered Inca and pre-Inca archaeological sites and there are practically
no other tourists along the route. (Alternatively, we have a Train Option
which we can also offer in place of the Inca Trail which includes the One Day
Inca Trail)If selected, the Moonstone Trek will replace days 3 to 6 of the
standard land only itinerary. The maximum altitude on the Moonstone Trek is
4625m (higher than that of the classic Inca Trail) and the route is slightly
more strenuous. Therefore, we class it as a Moderate/Challenging trek (level
4).Depending on the split of the group between the Inca Trail and Moonstone
Trek, you may find small group sizes on the Moonstone Trek. It is even
possible that the Moonstone trek will be provided for solo travellers. Please
ask your Sales Consultant if you would like to know how many people are
booked on each, and/or have any specific questions or concerns.Whilst the
Moonstone Trek can also be booked preferentially while Inca Trail permits are
still available, a small group supplement may apply. List of Regulations for
visiting Machu Picchu:The main points impacting your visit are the
following:The tickets are valid only for one entry which means that you
cannot leave the site and re-enter.Once you have done the chosen circuit with
your guide, you cannot walk back to view anything already visited and once
you finish the circuit, you will have to leave the site. You can no longer
explore the site further after the guided tour.The two visit times for
visiting the site, either 6am-12pm or 12-16.30pm.The local authorities have
restricted the temples which can visited at Machu Picchu depending on the
time of the visit to the site.These regulations will affect how long you are
able to spend at Machu Picchu and which temples you can visit. In the past,
after the guided tour passengers could stay longer to explore the site, this
is not possible anymore. The alternative that we are implementing on our
visits to allow you further time, is to explore the upper part of Machu
Picchu (Sun Gate and Inca Bridge) before starting the guided tour. The
guided tour will be about 2 hrs in duration, and unfortunately at the end of
it, you will need to exit the site. You will be able to visit the Condor’s
Temple, but not the Sun Dial Temple or the Sun Temple on this
itinerary. Schedule of visit to Machu Picchu on this itinerary:Early bus to
Machu Picchu and explore upper part with the tour leaderBetween 9-10am start
the guided tourBetween 11.30am-12.30pm passengers leave Machu Picchu
Premium Hotels & CampingWe spend 4 nights in premium quality hotels and 3 nights full-service
camping.The hotels normally used are indicated within the itinerary however
accommodation may differ from those stated depending on your departure date.
On this holiday, the hotels that we use offer greater comfort than those on
our standard Inca Trail tour - all are a minimum of a local 4-star rating.
All of the properties are centrally located, with en suite bathrooms and
breakfast facilities and many feature Colonial architecture. In Cuzco the
properties that we use are all located within the old town and within walking
distance of the Plaza de Armas. All hotels have a safety deposit box in the
room.Please note that central heating is very rare in Peru, even in good
standard hotels. Most hotels provide plug in heaters and spare blankets.The
trek itself is on a full-service camping basis, meaning that our camp staff
will erect and dismantle the tents for you, cook, and do all of the camp
chores for you. You need only carry your day pack. We use three-man 4 season
Eureka tents purchased in 2019 for those on a twin share basis and two-man
tents for singles. The tents are relatively spacious with enough room inside
for the kitbags. We provide thermarest-type mats which are about 4cm thick
when inflated and 3-4 season sleeping bags with a liner.We also have a dining
tent complete with table and folding chairs, and toilet tents for use during
lunch stops as well as during the evenings. A hot drink and a bowl of warm
water (to wash with) will be brought to your tent each morning.We recommend
the early booking of single supplements and of pre/post-tour accommodation. A
limited number of single supplements (hotel and tent) are available on this
trip; please request upon booking.
On the Inca Trail (and Moonstone Trek) there will be a full trek crew of
porters (horses on the Moonstone Trek), cooks and assistant guides.
All breakfasts, 4 lunches and 3 dinners are included in the price of the
tour. (for those doing the Train Option: all breakfasts and 3 lunches are
included).Peruvian cuisine has developed a reputation for its flavours and
originality and it’s well worth trying out a few of the local delicacies.
Amongst these are ceviche (a spicy dish of seafood or fish marinated in lime
juice), lomo saltado (a Peruvian take on a beef stir-fry) and various hearty
soups such as the delicious quinoa soup. Other dishes include roasted cuy
(guinea pig), Alpaca steak, and to drink, the national beverage: Pisco
Sour.In the hotels breakfasts are normally buffet-style.While on the trek
itself, we also offer a more varied range of meals than on our standard Inca
Trail itineraries to give that little extra comfort. For instance,
substantial breakfasts including a cooked dish, a cooked lunch including soup
or a starter followed by a hot main dish (usually with hot drinks), and a
hearty three-course cooked dinner, are typical.Drinking water is provided.
The tap water in Peru is not safe to drink; boiled and filtered drinking
water is provided on the trek and elsewhere your leader will buy large water
containers for you to refill your bottle from.
A variety of transport is used during this tour and vehicle types may vary
depending on group size: travel is by bus and by train. Airport transfers are
by private car or mini-bus. All main road journeys are by private mini-bus or
coach with heating/air-conditioning.We travel by train (with Peru Rail/Inca
Rail) between Ollantaytambo and Aguas Calientes (the town below Machu Picchu)
in Expedition/Executive Class. Seating is four seats to a table and the
carriages have panoramic windows and there is air conditioning/heating.On Day
7 (for the guided tour of Machu Picchu) we take the public bus for the short
journey between Aguas Calientes and Machu Picchu - this is the only transport
option available on this route as private vehicles are not permitted. Queues
can be very long first thing in the morning, especially during the peak
summer months.This point-to-point trekking holiday requires customers to
walk between each overnight stay under their own steam. Other forms of
transport may be available along the route (horses, jeeps etc) but Exodus is
not able to take responsibility for the safety or the cost of any transport
that customers choose to take even if provided with the assistance of our
leader or staff.This point-to-point trekking holiday requires customers to
walk between each overnight stay under their own steam. Other forms of
transport may be available along the route (horses, jeeps etc) but Exodus is
not able to take responsibility for the safety or the cost of any transport
that customers choose to take even if provided with the assistance of our
leader or staff.
Travelling flight inclusive from London: 10 daysThe group flight from London
is an overnight flight departing the day before Day 1 of the
itinerary.Flights from LondonWe normally use the scheduled services of
Avianca (depending on availability). As flight timings and schedules change
regularly we recommend you call one of our specialist sales staff or your
agent to confirm up‐to‐date timings. Please note timings may change at a
later date and cannot be confirmed until approximately two weeks before
departure.Travelling land only: 8 days starting and ending in CuzcoYour trip
normally starts at our accommodation in Cuzco in the afternoon of Day 1 of
the itinerary Details of how to reach the start point are provided in the
Final Joining Instructions ‐ sent approximately two weeks before
departure.Collecting baggage in LimaIf you are flying via Lima, you will need
to collect your baggage in Lima, even if your bag has been checked all the
way through to Cuzco (and even if you are told in London that you do not need
to pick it up). After collecting the bag, you are required to clear customs,
and you should then drop it off at the bag drop for the onward flight. If you
do not pick up your bag, there is a chance it may not reach Cuzco for the
start of the trek. This is a requirement of Lima airport and also applies to
your return flight.
The cost of a taxi is likely to be about US$10 should you decide to make your
way independently.
Peru's diverse geography results in a very varied climate between different
regions.Cuzco and the Andes have a temperate climate. December to March is
the rainy season in Cuzco/the Andes and April to November is the dry season;
characterised by clear skies and strong sunshine in the mornings, sometimes
clouding over as the day progresses. Daytime temperatures are usually
pleasant (approx. 20 degrees C on average) but night times only 5-10 degrees
C, except for May, June, July and August when days are cooler and nights are
often close to, or a few degrees below, freezing. In the Andes, however,
anything is possible at any time of year, including cloud, rain or even snow,
and rapid and unexpected changes! Aguas Calientes and Machu Picchu are in
the cloud forest and as such attract large amounts of precipitation all year
as clouds move up from the Amazon Basin. Rain here can be heavy but is
seldom prolonged. Cold fronts sometimes occur from July-August.Peru is
affected by the El Niño weather phenomenon whereby warming of Pacific Ocean
surface water off South America drives a shift in the atmospheric
circulation resulting in abnormally high levels of rainfall over parts of
South America. These events occur at irregular intervals of two to seven
years, and last nine months to two years. A strong El Niño event occurred
in 2014-16.
For full details of what to take, please see our Inca Trail kit
list. Several layers of clothing to cope with varying temperatures during
the trekLeather or lightweight walking bootsWarm hat and glovesWaterproof
jacket and over trousersSun hat, sunglasses and suncream2 x 1-litre water
bottles (ideally metal or reusable Nalgene due to trail restrictions)Daypack
(between 25 and 35 litres should be sufficient for trekking days)A
lightweight quick-drying towelHeadtorchInsect repellentSmall trek towelExodus
provides (in Cuzco) a sleeping bag and an inflatable Thermarest sleeping mat
for the duration of the trek. The mat is full length and approximately 4cm
thick when inflated.Inca Trail Baggage & Weight RestrictionWhilst any type of
normal luggage or suitcase can be used for this holiday, a soft kitbag or
duffel bag (measuring approximately 70cms x 30cms) will need to be used for
the trek portion (since porters cannot carry hard suitcases or bags with
wheels etc.). If you book this trip, we provide an Exodus kitbag to pack
your luggage in whilst on trek. Once you have booked you will be sent
instructions on how to claim your free bag (they will not be sent out
automatically). There are also details on how to claim for another item from
the Exodus shop should you already have one of these. If you book via an
agent, it is at the agent’s discretion and you should speak directly to
them to arrange delivery. Please note that if you book less than three weeks
before the departure date we cannot guarantee that your kitbag will arrive
before your trip starts, so if this is the case please contact us
on datateam@exodus.co.uk to let us know. For full T&Cs
see www.exodus.co.uk/kitbags.As the kitbags do not have wheels, you may
prefer to pack it inside your own wheelie case for ease of travelling to, and
moving through, the airport. Your suitcase can then be left in Cuzco with
anything not needed for the trek, whilst the kitbag will be carried by your
porter on trek. If however, you can't fit the Exodus kitbag in your main
luggage (or do not receive one in time) then our local partners will provide
a soft duffel bag in Cuzco (this should be returned to your leader after the
trek).There are strict regulations regarding luggage on the Inca Trail. These
regulations are strictly enforced and were created to reduce environmental
damage to the Inca Trail and to comply with porters work laws.Porterage for
up to 10kg of personal gear is allowed on this Inca Trail in Comfort trek.
This is inclusive of your sleeping bag, which usually weights approx. 1.8kg.
Your sleeping mat, however, does not count towards your personal weight
limit. If your packed duffel bag exceeds the allowed weight, you will have to
transfer excess items from your duffel bag to your daypack. The above weight
restrictions do not apply to the alternative Moonstone Trek as porterage is
by horses/mules. Nevertheless, on the Moonstone trek please try to keep your
duffel bag to a maximum of about 10kg (give or take a couple of kg) so as not
to overladen the animals.Donations for porters The porters we work with are
mostly from rural farming communities. If you have any old walking gear you
no longer need, or any unwanted warm children’s clothing, these would be
much appreciated by the porters and their families. Please leave any
donations with your leader in Cuzco, or alternatively, you can give items
directly to your porters on the last night of the trek.
We strongly recommend taking trekking poles for the Inca Trail, as the number
of steps can be hard on the knees, but please note that due to recent
environmental legislation poles must have a plastic tip or protector fitted
on the end. Walking poles with rubber tips can be hired through your leader
in Cuzco from US$8 (PEN33) per pole. Please note that walking poles are not
permitted inside the ruins of Machu Picchu without a medical certificate
detailing their necessity.We also recommend: A small sewing kit (with safety
pins)Wet wipesCold water detergent or laundry soap (biodegradable)A personal
music player/books/pack of cardsSwimwear for hot springsWe strongly recommend
storing electronics (cameras etc) in a sealed waterproof bag to prevent
damage during rain.
We recommend either taking cash with you to change into Sol locally, or using
local ATMs to withdraw money in Peru as you go, so you are not left with
excess at the end of your trip. It is a good idea to change a small amount
into Sol at the counters in the baggage hall upon arrival. Change is often in
short supply, so ask for small denomination banknotes and try to break up any
large notes at the earliest opportunity. It is possible to obtain Peruvian
Sol before you travel but exchange rates can be lower than exchanging money
locally in Peru. Some larger establishments and hotels accept US Dollars but
the vast majority of places will only accept Sol.Food, drinks and similar
incidentals can vary in price enormously in Peru and are relatively expensive
compared to other developing nations. Allow about US$15-20 per meal not
included to eat at tourist class restaurants. Cheaper food is abundant at
small local cafes, although sanitary conditions at these places cannot be
guaranteed. Bottled water and soft drinks are readily available for around
US$1-2 each.Peruvian domestic airport taxes are generally included in the
price of your flight ticket if departing from Cuzco or Lima airports, and
there should be no need to pay these locally.You may want to hire equipment
for your trek in Cuzco - please see the Packing Section for prices.Please
note that there is a possibility the Peruvian Ministry of Tourism may
increase entrance fees to archaeological sites at any time. If this happens,
we will inform you of the increase and the additional amount will be payable
locally.Peruvian passport or identity card holdersPlease note that the cost
of Exodus holidays in Peru is based on the assumption that you do not hold a
Peruvian passport or resident's card. If you are officially resident in Peru
or are a Peruvian passport holder, you will be liable to an additional 18%
tax on the majority of services, and this extra sum will be payable locally
to our local partner. Other nationalities are exempt from this tax. Please
notify us at the time of booking if you are legally resident in Peru or hold
a Peruvian passport so that we can advise you of the total cost of these
taxes.Optional ExcursionsYour tour leader will be able to tell you about the
full range of optional excursions available throughout your holiday however
the most popular ones are as follows:A Partial Tourist Ticket (BTG) is
required for entrance to the sites in and around Cuzco and the Sacred Valley
– this is not included in the excursion prices below but can be purchased
locally From PEN70 (approx. US$21).City tour and 4 ruins (half day – 5
hours): From US$48 per person (based on 4 participants), excludes BTG.This
includes visits to the nearby ruins of Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Tambomachay and
Puca Pucará as well as a tour of the city itself, including the Plaza de
Armas, where the Cathedral is located, Qorikancha ‘Sun Temple’ (entrance
included) and San Pedro Market.South Valley tour (full day – 7 hours): From
US$66 per person (based on 4 participants), excludes BTG.Visit the
little-known valley to the south of Cuzco, including the terraces at Tipon,
the pre- Inca ruins of Pikillaqta and the ‘Sistine Chapel of the
Americas’ in Andahuaylillas (entrance included); return to Cuzco.Cuzco:
Stand Up Paddle (half day – 4 hours): From US$55 per person. Fruit, water
and hot drinks included.Cuzco: Zip-Line (full day – 8-9 hours): From US $66
per person. Includes Transport security equipment, specialized guide, box
Lunch.Cuzco: Via Ferrata (full day – 8-9 hours): From US$66 per person.
Includes Transport, security equipment, specialized guide, box Lunch.Cuzco:
Via Ferrata + Zip line (full day – 8-9 hours): From US$100 per person.
Includes Transport, security equipment, specialized guide, box Lunch.Mountain
Biking Excursion in the Sacred Valley (full day – 7 hours): From US$172 per
person (based on 2 participants). Includes private transfer, security
equipment, specialized guide, box Lunch.Prices of excursions vary depending
on the number of people taking part. The prices given within these Trip Notes
are based on 4 participants and are intended as a guideline only. Actual
prices will be more for smaller group sizes and less for larger group sizes.
All tours use private transport and there will be an English-speaking
guide. Please note that cash is the preferred method of payment for any of
the optional activities. For some activities, a minimum number of
participants may be required. Some activities may not always be possible due
to weather, seasonality, national holidays, or unforeseen circumstances.
Exodus encourages customers to tip local support staff if they would like to.
In Peru, it has become customary for local staff to receive tips and these
tips can be an important source of extra income for hard-working crew.
Whether to tip and how much to tip should be a personal decision. As
customers often ask us for a suggestion of how much is appropriate for
different individuals, we have prepared some guidelines together with our
local partner - your leader will provide a handout which we hope will be
useful to your group. Please note that PEN is the preferred currency for
tips.Tipping Kitty: On this trip we recommend running a tipping kitty. A
tipping kitty means we tip as a group, and individuals don’t need to worry
about giving out small tips to various people who have helped during the trip
(i.e. drivers, local guides, boatmen, hotel staff). The contribution per
person per day we suggest is US$6 (PEN 25).Tour Leader: Leaders are fairly
paid for their role but are of course always grateful for recognition of
their skills and hard work. Tips for your leader should be based on their
performance and engagement with the group, and if you are happy with the
leader’s work, we recommend somewhere around US$6 (PEN 25) per person per
day, but customers are encouraged to contribute what they feel happy giving -
either less or more than the amount suggested above. Those on the
Moonstone Trek should deduct 4 days' worth as the Tour Leader does not
accompany you on the Moonstone Trek. Tipping of your trekking crewThe
trekking crew is made up of guides, cooks, kitchen staff, and porters (or
horsemen on the Moonstone Trek). Tips are best arranged on a group basis, and
a volunteer from the group should gather the money and split the total
collected into smaller amounts for each person. This is normally done on the
last night of the trek. Your leader will be happy to assist as needed. Inca
Trail Trek: the recommended contribution per group member is PEN160-210 (or
PEN 180-230 pp for small groups of 6 or less). Moonstone Trek: the
recommended contribution per group member is PEN140-190 (or PEN 160-210 pp
for small groups of 6 or less). Around PEN200-300 of the total collection
would normally be allocated to the Main Trek Guide.
Travel insuranceSingle accommodation (available on request) Visas or
vaccinations
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