Inca Trail to Machu Picchu (Peru)

From high remote mountain trails to the first sight of Machu Picchu, the legendary Lost City of the Incas, this is a challenging trek on steep trails climbing to 4200m in fantastic and diverse mountainous country.

There is plenty of time built in to acclimatise to the altitude - enjoy exploring ancient Cusco, capital of the Inca Empire, and the surrounding Sacred Valley. The trek then takes us through lush cloud forest, green valleys and high passes with breathtaking views of snow-capped Andean peaks, with time to stop and explore fascinating Inca temples and settlements along the way.

ITINERARY

DAY 1: Fly London – Lima
DAY 2: Fly on to Cusco; gentle acclimatisation
DAY 3: Day-trek through Sacred Valley visiting ruins including Sacsayhuaman
DAY 4: Start Inca Trail at km82, follow Urubamba river through mountains
DAY 5: Trek through grassland and cloudforest to Dead Womans Pass (4200m), descend to Pacamayo
DAY 6: Cross pass at 4000m, many Inca steps and ruins, descend to Winay Wayna
DAY 7: Early start for Sun Gate and Machu Picchu; return to Cuzco
DAY 8: Free day in Cuzco; chance to visit community project at porters' village
DAY 9: Return Cuzco – Lima; board flight to London
DAY 10: Arrive London

10 days / 9 nights

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Don't forget to select Little Hearts Matter as your chosen charity when you register. You can find us in the Medical Charities list.

Registration Fee: £349
Minimum Sponsorship: £2850 (tbc)