Inca Quarry Trail to Machu Picchu 4 days- group departure (Alternative Inca Trail)

Inca Quarry Trail to Machu Picchu - Alternative trek to Machu Picchu

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As, one of the newer and less visited Inca Trail alternatives, the Quarry Inca Trek has become increasingly popular in the Cusco region.
Just like on the Salkantay and Lares Treks, there are no limited trekking permits on the Quarry Trek and there are some of the finest mountain sceneries to be seen as well as some lesser-know Inca sites on the way. If you are very lucky, you may not see a single traveller on the whole trek.

The total distance hiked is 26 km and the highest point reached is 4.450 m. All reasonably fit and properly acclimatized people should be able to hike the trail. We recommend at least one full day (2 nights) in Cusco before starting this trek.

Day-per-day itinerary

Tent

Breakfast

Lunch

Dinner

Day 1
Pick up at your hotel in Cusco in the morning and transfer to Rafqa (3.000 m) - Hike to camp site Rayanniyoc (3.700 m) Visit the Perolniyoc lookout and Inca archaeological site Qorimarca Camping at Rayanniyoc (3.700 m)

Day 2
Most difficult day of the whole trek Pucaqasa Pass (4.370 m) & Kuychicassa Pass (4.450 m) Inca archaeological site Intipunku (Sun Gate, not to be confused with the Sun Gate located at Machu Picchu) Views of Mt. Veronica Camping Choquetacarpo (3,600 m)

Day 3
Kachiqata Inca Quarry End of the trek in Ollantaytambo. Train to Aguas Calientes. Visit the Inca sites Runcurakay, Sayamarca, Conchamarca, Pyumarca and Wiñayhuayna. Overnight in Aguas Calientes (2,050 m).

Day 4
Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu - Cusco If preferred, you can also walk up/down the hiking trail leading to Machu Picchu. 2 hours guided tour of Machu Picchu. Bus down to Aguas Calientes. If preferred, you can also walk down the hiking trail. Train back to Ollantaytambo / Poroy. Transportation to the hotel in Cusco

Included:

Transport from/to your ho(s)tel in Cusco.

English speaking official guide

Camping equipment and food is carried by horses/mules. 7 kg per person of personal equipment of the clients may be put on the animals (duffel bag will be provided).

Good and varied food (vegetarian option, see FAQ below for more info) .

All camping equipment and cooking/eating utensils (including self-inflating mattress).

Accommodation in Aguas Calientes 3th night (camping is now prohibited in Aguas Calientes).

All entrance fees (Machu Picchu).

Bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu and vice versa.

First aid kit & oxygen bottle.

Not Included:

Additional beverages or meals in villages

Breakfast on the 1st and lunch/dinner on the last day (in Aguas Calientes)

Return or abortion otherwise as planned itinerary: transport & possible accommodation costs (also for staff)

Personal mountain equipment such as trekking shoes, rain/wind jacket/pants, hat, gloves, sunglasses etc.

Sleeping bag (Rental US $ 6 per day)

FAQ group departures:

What days can start the group departures
Departures can be on the day of your choice.

Hotels, bus before/after trek?
We can also organize transfers, hotels in Cusco or other cities, packages in the rest of the country etc. If you would prefer more services, from the airport in Lima for example or a complete Peru travel package, please let us know.

How many days acclimatization do we need before starting the trek?
We recommend at least 1 full day (2 nights) on altitude before starting the trek. If you have been on altitude in the South of the country before (Colca Canyon, Puno, Cusco – all on altitude) or in Huaraz you shouldn´t consider this anymore and might as well go to the trek immediately after arrival to Cusco.

Can you accommodate food sensitivities?
Our cooks are used to dealing with vegetarians. However, other clients and staff may have a conventional diet. Meals are prepared in the same tent and scents of meals can not be avoided. if you do not want to eat your meal in the same tent with clients having a conventional diet, please inquire about a private tour.

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