Peru:
Weavers' Way to Machu Picchu
(2nts camping/1nt hotel)
Highlights
- Meet LOCAL VILLAGERS famous for their weaving tradition.
- Take in the stunning scenery of the SACRED VALLEY.
- Take a relaxing TRAIN ride to the ruins at MACHU PICCHU.
- Get OFF THE BEATEN PATH and away from the crowds on an alternative trek to the Inca Trail.
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Brief Itinerary
Day 1 - CUSCO-LARES-HUACAHUASI: Drive to Calca, then to the village of Lares. Take a dip in the nearby hot springs. Hike the valley of the Rio Trapiche to Huacahuasi. Camp for the night.
Day 2 - HUACAHUASI-PATACANCHA: Hike upwards and across the Ipsayccasa Pass, experiencing Andean scenery, flora and fauna. Journey through the heartland of the Quechua people. Camp near the village of Patacancha.
Day 3 - PATACANCHA TO PUMAMARCA & OLLANTAYTAMBO: Drive to Pallata, then hike to Ollantaytambo via the early-Inca site of Pumamarca. Walk the winding mountain slopes, taking in the dramatic vistas of terraced hillsides. Rejoin the main road at Munaypata village and drive the last distance to Ollantaytambo and overnight in your chosen hotel.
Day 4 - TO MACHU PICCHU/CUSCO: Take the morning train to the town of Aguas Calientes, near to Machu Picchu. Ascend to the ruins site by bus and explore with our guide. Later, return to Aguas Calientes and board the train to Cusco.
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Dates 2011
- June 15, 30
- July 14, 28
- August 11, 25
- September 8, 22
- October 6, 20
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Cost
From Cusco (USD, per person sharing):
- Each of 2 people, using the:
- Pakaritampu: US$970
- Sol y Luna: US$1,010
- Tambo del Inka Libertador: US$1,260
- Each of 4 people, using the:
- Pakaritampu: US$885
- Sol y Luna: US$920
- Tambo del Inka Libertador: US$995
All quoted prices effective at time of publication (Sept. 15, 2010). While not expected, itinerary and prices are subject to change.
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