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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 walking* *Full-service Camping - Huayllabamba Camp* *Inca 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 walking* *Full-service Camping - Pacamayo Camp* *Inca 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 Sayajmarca 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 walking* *Full-service Camping - Phuyupatamarca Camp* *Inca 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 walking* *Hotel 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 hours 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 camping
* 4 days point-to-point walking with full porterage
* Altitude maximum 4215m, average 3050m
* Increased personal weight limit of 10kg on trek
* Travel by private bus and train
All breakfasts, 5 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 camping
* 4 days point-to-point walking with full porterage
* Altitude maximum 4215m, average 3050m
* Increased personal weight limit of 10kg on trek
* Travel by private bus and train
This is a Moderate grade trek (level 3) - please refer to our activity level
guidelines [1]. 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.
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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 Regulations*
There are a number of important regulations regarding the Inca Trail that we
would like to make you aware of:
1) Spaces on the Inca Trail are on a first come, first served basis and we
urge you to book as early as possible.
2) 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.
3) 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.
4) 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.
5) Please be aware that these regulations may change at any time, and Exodus
is not responsible for the decisions made by Peruvian authorities.
6) 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 Trek*
Once 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:
1) The tickets are valid only for one entry which means that you cannot
leave the site and re-enter.
2) 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.
3) The two visit times for visiting the site, either 6am-12pm or 12-16.30pm.
4) 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 leader
* Between 9-10am start the guided tour
* Between 11.30am-12.30pm passengers leave Machu Picchu
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Premium Hotels & Camping
We 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, 5 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 days*
The group flight from London is an overnight flight departing the day before
Day 1 of the itinerary.
*Flights from London*
We 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 Cuzco*
Your 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 Lima*
If 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.
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Several layers of clothing to cope with varying temperatures during the trek
Leather or lightweight walking boots
Warm hat and gloves
Waterproof jacket and over trousers
Sun hat, sunglasses and suncream
2 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 towel
Headtorch
Insect repellent
Small trek towel
Exodus 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 Restriction*
Whilst 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
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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 (PEN26) 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 wipes
Cold water detergent or laundry soap (biodegradable)
A personal music player/books/pack of cards
Swimwear for hot springs
We 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 holders*
Please 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 Excursions*
Your 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.
C*uzco: 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$5 (PEN 15).
*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$5 (PEN 15) 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 crew*
The 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 insurance
* Single accommodation (available on request)
* Visas or vaccinations
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