Trail to Machupichu 5 Days / 4 Night Cusco Peru

Trail to Machupichu 5 Days / 4 Night Cusco Peru
Description .- During this tour, you will have more time to 'take it easy' andexplore the trail (Inca Sites, flora, fauna ,bird-watching it is goodplace etc.). You camp in places behind the normal campsites, wherefewer people camp and as you are camping at higher altitudes, theviews of mountains and sunrises are amazing. (Please note that due tothe higher altitudes, these campsites are a little colder than thoseon the 4 day Inca Trail.) This tour is suitable for older people or anyone who wants to walk alittle bit more leisurely, and enjoy the trip.
Day 1 .- A mid morning we will pick up you at your hotel you will be transferred by private bus to the starting point at km 82 where you we will pick up the porters and the coo where you will registered end the porter will be adjusted for the right weights of all the equipment staff. we begin our hike escorted by native quechua porters going through semi and terrain along the urubamba river side with amazing views of snow capped peak of veronica that tops out at 14200 ft.
As you make you way through the most intricate pre Columbian highway system of the Americas ( maybe from the world) along the way you will visit patallacta Inca site after to enjoy landscape we will past cusichaka river then we will arrive to wayllabamba arriving to camp. Camp. (L/D).
Day 2 .- After a early taste breakfast we will start to hike to the highest pass from the Inca trail warmiwañusca pass (4,200) along the way to the base camp you will hike by a nice cloud forest and a nice view points.
From the first pass the way will be down hill hike after a brief moment to catch your breath and take some nice photos with your heads in the clouds you will go down hill by different sceneries from the dry ecology to the beginning of the tropical forest types where snarled trees grow to two meters amid fog and low cloud , habitat for a profusion of orquids. Tonight we will stay at pacaymayo camping site. (Camp) (B / L / D)
Day 3 .- This day will be cultural ,natural day the day we will start by climbing of the Inca steps to the first Inca site after this Inca site we are going to the second pass which is about 12,172ft after this pass we will descend into the rainforest and lakes you will notice a change in the vegetation. hire a variety of colorful plant life is abundant as well temperate are several degrees warmer our hike leads to the next archaeological site of sayacmarca and through the first Inca tunnel opening at phuyupatamarca Inca site.
By the way it its nice spot to see machupicchu mountain and the views as we descend into the jungle .this day you will get deferent ecosystems a rapid descend takes you through the cloud where a variety of flowers and tropical vegetation . Mosses and three ferns escort you to the magical Inca site wiñaywayna .hire there are several baths and newly uncovered terraces. Camp (B / L / D )
Day 4.- We will arise very early so that we may match the sunrise from intipunku, in the anticipation to continuing on the trail your hearts may begin to pound from the excitement that awaits your every step and breath as you approach the fabled citadel. Just as you are to make your final turn and approach the trail entry a sigh of relief to know the reward is only a few steps further as you inter into intipunku or (sun gate) and have our first breathtaking view of machupicchu.
As you proceed downward into machupicchu you will fine rock structures or temples are along the path to which the guide will printout as you make your way into the sacred city as soon as you will arrive your guide will explain the history and the myths that surround this archaeological wonder. Camp. (B/L/D)
Day 5 .- We will wake early with different views not any more on the mountains now we will be on the Urubamba river side. After breakfast we will go once again to one of the sacred city of the Incas your guide will explain the history and the myths that surround this archaeological wonder from this corner of the world, you will have plenty of time in machupicchu so means you will have two days to enjoy this wonder of the world. (B)
Important Note
We suggest buying one month in advance at least. Please note that there is limit of visitors per day so we also suggest buying your trip as soon as possible. Also note ball the bellow information are mandatory
Name and sun name (as in your passport)
Age
Date of birth
Passport number
Citizenship
Hotel in Cusco (address .phone number)
You can send this information to us as soon you will get it but with enough time to avoid any problem with your pick up service.
ISC CARD ( 25. - USD OF DISCOUNT )
Note: In order to get the discount it is necessary to send us via e mail the scanned copy of your isc (international student card) within two days before we will get the permission. Without this copy we will not able to offer you any discount. Description .- During this tour, you will have more time to 'take it easy' andexplore the trail (Inca Sites, flora, fauna ,bird-watching it is goodplace etc.). You camp in places behind the normal campsites, wherefewer people camp and as you are camping at higher altitudes, theviews of mountains and sunrises are amazing. (Please note that due tothe higher altitudes, these campsites are a little colder than thoseon the 4 day Inca Trail.) This tour is suitable for older people or anyone who wants to walk alittle bit more leisurely, and enjoy the trip.
Day 1 .- A mid morning we will pick up you at your hotel you will be transferred by private bus to the starting point at km 82 where you we will pick up the porters and the coo where you will registered end the porter will be adjusted for the right weights of all the equipment staff. we begin our hike escorted by native quechua porters going through semi and terrain along the urubamba river side with amazing views of snow capped peak of veronica that tops out at 14200 ft.
As you make you way through the most intricate pre Columbian highway system of the Americas ( maybe from the world) along the way you will visit patallacta Inca site after to enjoy landscape we will past cusichaka river then we will arrive to wayllabamba arriving to camp. Camp. (L/D).
Day 2 .- After a early taste breakfast we will start to hike to the highest pass from the Inca trail warmiwañusca pass (4,200) along the way to the base camp you will hike by a nice cloud forest and a nice view points.
From the first pass the way will be down hill hike after a brief moment to catch your breath and take some nice photos with your heads in the clouds you will go down hill by different sceneries from the dry ecology to the beginning of the tropical forest types where snarled trees grow to two meters amid fog and low cloud , habitat for a profusion of orquids. Tonight we will stay at pacaymayo camping site. (Camp) (B / L / D)
Day 3 .- This day will be cultural ,natural day the day we will start by climbing of the Inca steps to the first Inca site after this Inca site we are going to the second pass which is about 12,172ft after this pass we will descend into the rainforest and lakes you will notice a change in the vegetation. hire a variety of colorful plant life is abundant as well temperate are several degrees warmer our hike leads to the next archaeological site of sayacmarca and through the first Inca tunnel opening at phuyupatamarca Inca site.
By the way it its nice spot to see machupicchu mountain and the views as we descend into the jungle .this day you will get deferent ecosystems a rapid descend takes you through the cloud where a variety of flowers and tropical vegetation . Mosses and three ferns escort you to the magical Inca site wiñaywayna .hire there are several baths and newly uncovered terraces. Camp (B / L / D )
Day 4.- We will arise very early so that we may match the sunrise from intipunku, in the anticipation to continuing on the trail your hearts may begin to pound from the excitement that awaits your every step and breath as you approach the fabled citadel. Just as you are to make your final turn and approach the trail entry a sigh of relief to know the reward is only a few steps further as you inter into intipunku or (sun gate) and have our first breathtaking view of machupicchu.
As you proceed downward into machupicchu you will fine rock structures or temples are along the path to which the guide will printout as you make your way into the sacred city as soon as you will arrive your guide will explain the history and the myths that surround this archaeological wonder. Camp. (B/L/D)
Day 5 .- We will wake early with different views not any more on the mountains now we will be on the Urubamba river side. After breakfast we will go once again to one of the sacred city of the Incas your guide will explain the history and the myths that surround this archaeological wonder from this corner of the world, you will have plenty of time in machupicchu so means you will have two days to enjoy this wonder of the world. (B)
Important Note
We suggest buying one month in advance at least. Please note that there is limit of visitors per day so we also suggest buying your trip as soon as possible. Also note ball the bellow information are mandatory
Name and sun name (as in your passport)
Age
Date of birth
Passport number
Citizenship
Hotel in Cusco (address .phone number)
You can send this information to us as soon you will get it but with enough time to avoid any problem with your pick up service.
ISC CARD ( 25. - USD OF DISCOUNT )
Note: In order to get the discount it is necessary to send us via e mail the scanned copy of your isc (international student card) within two days before we will get the permission. Without this copy we will not able to offer you any discount.
Amazing inca trail gold service 5d/4n
Included :
Round trip transfer from the airport hotel airport
Private service
Professional English/Spanish speaking guide.
Private transportation round trip to PISCACUCHO (km 82)
Entrance fees for the Inca Trail and Machupicchu
Transportation by bus from Machupicchu to Aguas Calientes
Round-trip Transfers
Double Occupancy Tents
Camping Equipment: Bathroom tent, kitchen tent, dining tent, chairs, tables and comfortable mattresses
Cook
Porters to carry food, tents and cooking gear
Coffee breaks in the afternoons
All meals (including breakfast the 1st day, not including lunch the 5th day)
First aid kit/Oxygen
Train ticket back to Cusco (Backpacker Service)
We recommended to bring:
Personal Sleeping Bag (If you dont have, you can hire from us)
Backpack and Daypack
Hiking shoes or boots
Raincoat or poncho
Water bottle, flashlight, hat, sun block, sunglasses
Warm clothes, Light clothes, 4 pairs of socks
Insect repellent
Chocolates, candies or other snacks
Camera + Film/Video camera (optional)
Prices
Private Service

INCA TRAIL GOLD SERVICE 5d/4n



5 Day/4 Night
1.- people.-$ 1090.00
2.-people.- $ 870 .00
4.-people.- $ 780.00
6.-people.- $ 680.00

* Prices For a Person in US Dollars

Trek Dificulty level:
Peace of cake
Easy
Moderately Dificult *
Very Difficult
Impossible... is nothing!
Please Note:Dificulty level depends very much on your fitness and aclimatization
*To qualify as a student, it is necessary to have a valid ISIC card
PLEASE SEE OUR TERMS AND CONDITIONS AND F.A.Qs
Prices 2008: For bookings leaving from the 1st March 2008.
There is a $30 discount for students with a valid ISIC card or children under 12 years old.
Please note, if you can be flexible with your dates (giving 1 or 2 days either side of preferred date), you have more possibility of securing your place (availability for specific dates can change rapidly as there are only 500 spaces on the Inca Trail per day
Trekking Tips
Can You Handle It?
If you can walk, you can hike, but start with beginner-rated trails of a mile or less and then work your way up to longer, more difficult hikes. You can usually find a sign at the trailhead that lists the length of the route; remember, though, that the posted mileage is typically one-way, so gauge your time and effort accordingly.
Gear Up
Everyone needs a day pack; choose one with multiple pockets, padded shoulder straps, and large zipper closure. And make sure it’s the right size: When properly adjusted, the base should sit on your hips and the top should be at least one hand-width below the base of your neck. Footwear designed specifically for hiking offers better support and traction. Choose a pair that’s a half-size larger than your street shoes to allow for some swelling as you walk and to accommodate heavier hiking socks. Wear thick wool or synthetic blend socks designed to wick moisture away from the feet, as wet feet is the primary cause of blisters. Some things to keep in your day pack: first-aid kit; water bottle; Swiss Army knife; topographic map; compass; space blanket; and sweater.
Equipments
High quality trekking gear is difficult, if not impossible, to buy in India, so check the equipment list before leaving home. Please bring all your equipment with you as it is not uncommon for unaccompanied gear to get lost en route. A list of the essential equipment you will require for an average India Insight Tours trek is given below. If you plan to do any climbing, you will have to supplement this equipment. Please sort out and divide your trekking equipment into three categories:
1.to wear on the trail 2.to carry in the day pack3.to pack in the duffel bagYou will not have access to your duffel bag once you leave camp in the morning, as it will be carried by pack ponies or porters. Therefore, you must anticipate all your daytime needs and carry these items in your day pack. Your day pack should be large enough to accommodate your water bottle. personal first aid kit, sun cream, sweater or down jacket, rain parka and lunch box. Your duffel bag should not weigh more than 30 lb. (20 kg). If you have heavy equipment such as special cameras or scientific equipment, additional ponies or porters will have to be hired and you will be charged for this extra service.
Avoid blisters
· · Custom boots are surely a plus
· · Make your socks fit your feet softly?
· · Socks should wick moisture away from your skin. Are they wool or synthetic, rather than cotton?
· · Try wearing a liner sock that also wicks sweat.
· · Apply a preventive pad of moleskin or a layer of tincture of benzoin compound to blister hot spots before trouble starts.
· · Take your boots off during rest breaks and allow your feet to cool and dry.
· · Wet feet are definitely blister prone. Try an antiperspirant on your feet. An aerosol works best because powder tends to cake, adding to the risk of a blister.
How to Thaw cold feet
Swing your leg forcefully back and forth, like a pendulum. Inertia will force the blood to the tips of your toes.
Dehydration
The basic rule of thumb is to start a walk having had 16 oz. of water (a pint or half liter), then replenishing with a cup of water every 15-20 minutes. That is about a water bottle-full an hour, about a half liter or pint. End your walk with a big glass of water. That will prevent dehydration - losing too much fluid from your body. New guidelines in 2003 tell distance walkers and runners to drink as soon as thirsty.
Signs of dehydration: Dry mouth, fatigue, dizziness, stomach ache, back pain, headache, irritability, decreased urination.
The symptoms of dehydration:
nausea, cramping, lightheadedness and confusion.
Drinking and Walking
Exercise such as walking causes the metabolism to rise and body water to be lost through increased respiration and sweat. Walkers should drink a large glass of water an hour before walking, then drink about a cup of water every mile. When you finish walking, drink a glass of water. Guidelines for the marathon and half-marathon now say to "drink when thirsty" rather than pushing water, in order to prevent hyponatremia - drinking too much with replacing electrolytes.
Hydration Guidelines for Walkers
Drink a large glass of water 2 hours before the walk, then nothing until you get started. This gives you body enough water and you enough time to use the bathroom before you start, then not be running to the first porta-john on the route.
Along the walk, drink water at each water stop. On warm days, carry your own water in your waistpack so you can drink a cup of water every 20 minutes if there isn't enough on the course.
At the end of the walk, drink a large glass of water.
Sports Drinks Sports drinks often are offered. You will generally not need a sports drink if you are walking for an hour or less. For longer walks, enjoy some sports drink after the first half hour.
Plain Water: For walks of an hour or less, plain water is the best drink.
· Add Salt: When your walk is going to be longer than an hour, a sports drink or salty foods such as pretzels can help with water absorption in the body as well as replacement of salt and energy.
· Drink Before You Walk: Prepare for your walk by drinking a tall glass of water (17 ounces or 500 mL) 2 hours before your walk. This will allow time for any extra to pass through you body before you hit the trail.
Salt Before a Long Walk: Before long walks, have a bit of extra salt with your meal or snack so you will have enough sodium to stay in balance.
· Plan for More Water: Carry water with you or plan for water stops along the route where you will be able to get a full drink of a cup of water every 20 minutes.
· A water fountain may not be able to deliver enough water for you to get a full cup.
· Drink When Thirsty: Older guidelines said to drink before you are thirsty, but new guidelines by USATF in 2003 for long distance runners and walkers say to use thirst as a guide and to drink when thirsty.
· Drinking When Sweating: If you are sweating more than usual, drink more than usual.
· High Altitude: You lose even more fluids at high altitudes, in heat and low humidity and need to drink more than usual. Again, let thirst be your guide and drink as soon as thirsty.
· Flavor Your Water: Make your water taste good so you will want to drink more. Add a squirt of lemon and keep it cool.
· Drinking After Your Walk: After your walk, end with another tall drink of water. After a long walk, do not overdo on plain water, use sports drink and/or salty foods to replenish salts as well .
·s Signs of Dehydration
· nausea after exercise
· dark yellow urine or no urine
· dry, sticky mouth
· dry eyes
What Walkers Shouldn't Drink
· Do not drink water from a lake or stream unless you filter or purify it. In many places there are nasty parasites such as Giardia lamblia and Cryptosporidium in the unspoiled mountain streams -because they are in the local squirrels and other animals.
· Do not drink sodas, juices, or carbonated beverages during the walk. Gas, belching, and stomach cramping can result. Save these for after the walk.
· Do not drink milk or drinks that contain milk(lattes, cappucchino, chai tea, shakes, etc.) Many people are lactose-intolerant and can experience effects such as nausea, gas, bloating and diarrhea. They may not realize they are lactose-intolerant until they take up exercising, which enhances the effects they may not have noticed sitting at home. See Sensitive Subjects for more information on http://walking.about.com/cs/med/a/sensstools.htm and http://walking.about.com/cs/med/a/sensnausea.htmstomach upsets
· Do not drink coffee, tea, or other drinks with caffeine. Caffeine is a diuretic and removes water from your body, making you need to urinate more frequently http://walking.about.com/od/seniors/a/sensincont.htm
Caffeine: Avoid caffeinated beverages before your walk, they cause you to lose fluid, making you thirstier as well as making you take inconvenient stops along the way. It can also loosen the stools http://walking.about.com/cs/med/a/sensstools.htm and cause unpleasantness when out on a walk with few available restrooms http://walking.about.com/od/medfirstaid/a/senstoilet.htm If you need some caffeine to get moving in the morning, limit yourself to the smallest possible amount before walking.
Do not drink alcoholic beverages. Alcohol also dehydrates the body. After the walk, a nice cold beer may seem perfect, but start with a large glass of water. Do not drink alcohol the evening before a long walk. When walking long distance for several days, avoid alcoholic beverages completely.
Walking Mistakes
1.Overstriding
2: Wrong Shoes
3: Flapping, Slapping Feet
4: No Arm Motion
5. Chicken Winging
6. Head Down
7. Leaning
8. Wrong Clothes
9. Not Drinking
10. Overtraining
How to Walk - Walking Stride
Avoid overstriding - taking longer steps to increase speed. This is potentially harmful and is inefficient.
Take more, smaller steps rather than lengthening your stride. Your stride should be longer behind your body, where your toe is pushing off, rather than out in front of your body. Your forward leg has no power, while your back leg is what is driving you forward. Getting the full power out of the push from the back leg as it rolls from heel to toe is the key to powerful, efficient walking. Fast walkers train themselves to increase the number of steps they take per second and to get full use out of the back part of the stride. Above: The stick walker on the left is overstriding, on the right is better.
How to Walk - Warm-up
Start out at a slow, easy pace for each walking session. Allow your muscles to warm up before you stretch, add speed or hills. Warm up for 5 minutes at this easy pace.
How to Walk - Stretching Routine
Stretching will add flexibility and can make your walking more comfortable.
Warm up for 5 minutes at an easy walking pace before stretching, never stretch cold muscles or you risk tearing them. Incorporate mobility exercises designed to take a muscle and joint through its range of motion. You will start at the top of your body and work your way down.
Find an upright pole or fence or wall that will support you for leaning into on some stretches.
Stretches and Mobility Exercises for Walkers
Head Circles: Make 1/4 circles with your head. Start with your ear near your shoulder on one site, rotate your head around to the front, ending with your ear near the shoulder on the other side.
Roll your head back to the other side. Repeat 5-10 times.
Arm Circles: With one arm at a time, make backwards arm circle with your palm facing out, thumb pointed up. Repeat 10-15 with each arm. Then make forward arm circles with palm facing in, thumb pointed down, repeat 10-15 times.
Hip Stretch: Stand up, take a half-step back with the right foot. Bend your left knee and shift your weight back to your right hip. While keeping the right leg straight, bend forward more and reach further down your right leg. Hold for 15-30 seconds. Switch sides.
Quadiceps Stretch: Stand erect, holding onto a wall for support. Bend your knee behind you so that you can grasp your foot, holding your heel against your butt. Stand up straight and push your knee gently back as far as you can, the hand just keeps the heel in place. (For some, it is more comfortable to use the hand from the opposite side). Hold for 15-30 seconds, then switch.
Calf Stretch: Stand an arm's-length from the wall/post. Lean into wall/post, bracing yourself with your arms. Place one leg forward with knee bent - this leg will have no weight put on it. Keep other leg back with knee straight and heel down. Keeping back straight, move hips toward wall until you feel a stretch. Hold 30 seconds. Relax. Repeat with other leg.
Soleus Calf Stretch: From the calf stretch position, bend the back knee so that the angle is changed to stretch the Achilles tendon. Keep your heel down, hold 15-30 seconds. Then switch legs.
Leg Extensions: Facing the pole, hold on with both hands. Bending at the knee, bring one leg forward, then extend and swing that leg back and behind. Repeat 10-15 times, then switch legs. Be cautious of hyper extending your lower back.
Cross Over Leg Swings: Holding onto the pole or fence rail with both hands, face forward. Swing one leg in front of your body gradually swinging higher. Swing about 10-15 times with each leg.
After stretching and mobility exercises, now you are ready to walk the main portion of your walk at your desired speed.
How to Walk - Cool Down
For the final 5-10 minutes of your walk, finish with an easy walking pace.
At the end of your walk you may want to repeat the stretches http://walking.about.com/cs/stretching/a/howstretch.htm you did after your warm-up.

happy Inca Trail!