Tambopata and Sandoval Lake
3 Days and 2 Nights
Specifically, these are the characteristics of the 4D/3N Inca Trail Private Tour that you should know before starting this adventure:
Specifically, these are the characteristics of the Private Inca Trail Tour 4D/3N that you should know before starting this adventure:
Type of tour: Hiking with overnight camping, adventure, history, and culture.
Total distance: 45 Km / 27 miles.
Recommended: For those who enjoy long hikes and have a moderate physical condition, the Private Inca Trail Tour 4D/3N is ideal.
Considerations: An entry permit is required (Inca Trail Explorer, will obtain it for you as soon as you book with us).
You must book in advance so that you can complete your Inca Trail journey without setbacks.
Season: From March 1 to January 31.
With this private tour, you will be able to enjoy a pleasant hiking experience to Machu Picchu, visiting the classic Inca Trail Peru with an exclusive group!
Our fully qualified staff will attend to your family group, friends, or if you prefer, even just with your partner.
You can do it with 2 to 12 people from your close circle only.
This way, you will enjoy 4 wonderful days on the Inca Trail in Cusco and pass through the Sun Gate at dawn so you can see Machu Picchu with an amazing sunrise as a backdrop.
All in the privacy of your chosen group, partner, or friends!
Remember that this destination is one of the most visited for its historical significance and extraordinary landscapes, so visiting it with your loved ones will give you the opportunity to enjoy a natural and cultural legacy that will make the Private Inca Trail Tour 4D/3N an experience to remember forever.
Keep in mind that this type of adventure brings loved ones closer together because the magic of nature allows you to connect not only with it but also with those special beings who accompany you.
ProgramThe night before your hike to Machu Picchu, there will be an informational session with your hiking guide at 6:30 pm.
This will take place at the hotel where you will be staying.
But if you prefer, we can also arrange a meeting for a different time.
In the morning, we will pick you up at the hotel with our private transportation (the time will depend on your location).
You will take an amazing trip to the start of the KM 82 trail, where you will see spectacular views of the Andes along the way.
Then, one of our chefs will prepare a tasty breakfast.
After eating, you will need to show your passport at the checkpoint to begin the first two and a half hours of hiking.
The route will be quite flat until we reach the Inca site of Llactapata, where you will experience Inca culture for the first time and learn about the history of Peru and more.
After your first lesson on Inca history, it will take another hour and a half until we reach the lunch stop, and after lunch, we will hike for another 2 hours until we arrive at the first night’s campsite in Ayapata at (3300 meters).
On this last stretch, we pass through 2 small communities where you can buy any energy drinks, snacks, or essential items you may have forgotten to buy earlier; you can also charge batteries and other equipment in these places.
Then we will arrive at our campsite at 5:00 pm to settle in and relax with a hot drink or a snack with your team of porters, chef, and guide.
Finally, at 7:30 pm, your delicious dinner will be ready, and after dinner, you will have your well-deserved rest.
Hiking distance: 8.7 miles/14 km (6-7 hours)
Campsite elevation: 3300 meters (high) above sea level
Considered: Moderate (Getting used to the Inca Trail)
Weather: Warm with windy conditions.
Your porters will wake you up early at 4:45 am, with a cup of coca tea to prepare you for the day, followed by a nutritious breakfast.
At 6:15 am we will start walking towards the highest elevation of the Inca Trail; Dead Woman’s Pass (Warmiwañuska) which is situated at 4,215 meters.
We will then ascend for more than four hours passing through different microclimates and impressive views of incredible landscapes and mountains.
Now, when we are at this part of the route, it will be a bit difficult to walk due to the elevation we will encounter.
Therefore, we will take some breaks; next, we will reach the summit and the porters will be waiting for you with a cup of hot tea for you to enjoy while you take in the moment.
The next hike will last an hour and a half but this time downhill, through the Inca steps, until we reach your lunch spot.
After eating, you will have another four hours of hiking, interspersed with breaks until we reach the Chaquicocha campsite; there you will be able to visit two beautiful archaeological sites: Runku Raccay and Sayacmarka.
To close, you will enjoy your dinner and a good rest.
Hiking distance: 16 km
Campsite elevation: 3,600 meters
Area: Andes and Cloud Forest
Weather: Cold and rainy
We will start early again!
You will be awakened with a cup of hot tea, followed by breakfast before starting your two-hour hike to the last pass of Phuyupatamarca, which is at 3,680 meters.
This section has unique views of the Vilcabamba mountain range and the impressive Salkantay mountain; then we will continue for three hours until we reach our campsite.
Afterward, we will visit two archaeological sites: Phuyupatamarca (town above the clouds) and Intipata (sun terraces).
In these places, you will enjoy different types of plants, flowers, and birds from the forest.
After lunch, you can take the five-minute hike to the most beautiful Inca site on the Inca Trail, Wiñay Wayna (forever young).
This place is full of impressive constructions and viewpoints along the way.
Later, around 5:30 pm, you will return to the campsite for your last happy hour and dinner.
Then, a small celebration to say “thank you” and “goodbye” to your amazing porters Green Machine, La Máquina Verde.
If you wish, you can leave a tip to thank them.
Hiking distance: 6.2 miles/10 km (5 hours)
Campsite elevation: 2,600 meters above sea level
Considered: Easy day – All downhill!
Area: High Cloud Forest
Weather: Warm and very humid
On day 4, breakfast will be at 4:00 am, and then we will head to the checkpoint.
We will walk for an hour until we reach the Sun Gate, where the view is thrilling because you will see the imposing Machu Picchu for the first time.
At the same time, you can take photos at the site while walking for another hour until you reach the actual ruins.
Once you arrive at the entrance to the citadel, you will walk to the Machu Picchu checkpoint, where you can get an entry stamp in your passport.
Your guide will take you through the archaeological complex of Machu Picchu for two hours, teaching you about the majesty of the place.
After the tour ends, you will have time to walk on your own, and if you previously agreed to hike Huayna Picchu, you can start your trek.
Around 1:30 pm, you will leave Machu Picchu and take the bus to Aguas Calientes, where you can have lunch freely.
Finally, you will need to prepare for your train in Aguas Calientes; this will be at 2:55 pm or 3:20 pm, depending on availability back to Ollantaytambo or the Poroy Cusco station.
From there, we will transfer you back to your hotel around 7:00 or 8:00 pm.
Hiking distance: 5 km
Elevation at Machu Picchu: 2,400 meters
Inclusions
IncludesAll our guides have an academic degree and are specialists in their work.
Additionally, they grew up in the Cusco region and are passionate about teaching others about their culture and heritage.
They are fun but very professional, so they will ensure that you are completely safe and happy on your trip.
As soon as we receive your details and a deposit, we will purchase your travel permits.
They cannot be changed once confirmed; only your passport number can be updated or modified.
The permit includes one entry to the Machu Picchu citadel.
The night before your hike to Machu Picchu, you must come to our office based in Cusco for an informative meeting, where you will receive your sleeping bag, which will stay with your porters while you hike.
This bag should not exceed 7 kg / 14 pounds and must include a sleeping bag and air mattress.
We include a personal porter, responsible for carrying your sleeping bag.
There is no additional fee for this; we also inform you that you will not be able to access your sleeping bag until you reach the overnight camp.
Inca Trail Explorer will provide all the transportation for this hike.
They will pick you up directly from your hotel around 04:00 am; if you are staying in Ollantaytambo, the pickup will be at 06:20 am to take you to KM 82 where your hike along the Inca Trail to the Machu Picchu citadel will begin.
After your visit to the Machu Picchu citadel, you will have your bus ticket to return from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes.
The return train from Aguas Calientes will be in Vistadome Train class; this service is included in your trip.
If you wish to upgrade the train service class, you also have the option to switch to the Vistadome Observatory class for an additional $75.00 USD per person.
Once you arrive at the train station, you will be taken back to your hotel in Cusco.
Inca Trail Explorer has the ideal equipment for your trip.
We use tents that are shared by only two people.
You will also have a spacious dining tent available to enjoy your delicious meals.
The chefs at Inca Trail Explorer are specialized in cooking delicious meals that many previous hikers have loved.
Additionally, we respect all dietary restrictions, so make sure to add any requests you have in your booking form and inform your guide during the briefing session.
Food is typically served family-style.
You will enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner every day for the hike along with a happy hour of tea and snacks.
Additionally, you will be provided with a snack each morning to enjoy during the hike.
Your last meal with the chef will be after breakfast on day four.
The lunch on the last day is not included.
From your first lunch to your last breakfast, Inca Trail Explorer will provide all the necessary water.
This water is boiled, filtered, and then cooled before being distributed.
Therefore, you should bring your own water bottles and/or camelback.
We recommend bringing a container with a capacity of 3 liters so you can refill water at each meal.
Each guide from Inca Trail Explorer has received first aid training from a specialized doctor.
Additionally, we conduct mandatory training sessions every February, which all our Inca Trail Explorer tour guides attend.
Your guide will also always have a first aid kit for basic medical situations (traveler’s diarrhea, cuts, scrapes, etc.) and oxygen.
If necessary, we will get you off the trail in the quickest and most comfortable way possible, and we will ensure that you arrive directly at a clinic for the appropriate care.
We believe that attention to the small details is what makes us different from other tourism companies.
Each hiker receives a small pillow for sleeping, a foam mattress to insulate from the cold, a backpack cover to protect their belongings while hiking, and a rain poncho.
We will work hard to give you the best travel experience.
Our main priority will always be the safety of our clients and our staff.
That is why our guides are prepared and trained to handle most problems that travelers may encounter in the mountains.
Being a phone call away from any doctor, hospital, or friend helps everyone feel secure on the trip.
The radios that all our guides have are limited in signal range, so Inca Trail Explorer has added satellite phones to each hike.
Therefore, each guide will have a fully charged phone that can be used anywhere in the mountains to connect us to any part of the world.
And our clients can also use them for non-emergency cases.
While it is true that they are not cheap to use, they are available in case you decide to call or check how your home or other family members or friends are doing.
Taxes and fees: All taxes and permit costs associated with this hike are included in the price.
Does Not IncludeFor camping, each hiker needs a sleeping bag.
Air inflatable mattresses and trekking poles (with rubber tips) are optional but recommended for your trip.
If you do not wish to bring any of the above, Inca Trail Explorer has available for rent:
Sleeping bag: $25.00 USD
Inflatable mattress: $15.00 USD
FREE! Trekking poles (1 pair): $20.00 USD
Huayna Picchu is the mountain located on the north side of Machu Picchu.
To reach the summit, you will need to hike for 45 minutes, starting from a dense forest, followed by an ascent up stairs; these stairs can be a challenge for those who do not like heights.
But if you are not afraid of heights, then you can do it after your tour of Machu Picchu.
The additional cost is $75.00 USD
Reservations must be made at least one month in advance, due to the popularity of this site, and finally, we must ask for a little understanding regarding the weather in the area, which is completely beyond our control.
The tour of the Machu Picchu Citadel lasts an average of 2 hours as this is a circuit.
The path from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu can be done in two ways.
By bus, which takes 25 minutes, or by walking, which takes about an hour and a half due to the number of steps to climb.
We can start any day of the week, as long as there are available permits.
Remember, permits are only necessary for your start date.
Our season runs from March to January, and private hikes are based on the number of people in a group.
Costs:
Prices per person
Private price:
Two people: $1695.00 USD per person
Three people: $1595.00 USD per person
Four people: $1495.00 USD per person
Five people: $1395.00 USD per person
Six people: $1295.00 USD per person
Seven people: $1125.00 USD per person
Eight people or more: $985.00 USD per person
Student discount: $35.00 USD discount per person.
Student discounts apply to anyone with a valid UNIVERSITY STUDENT ID at the time of the hike or who is 17 years old or younger.
For those using a university student ID and for those under 17 years old, we need to see a copy of your ID or Passport at the time of booking to receive the discount.
What to bringIn our additional options, you will find several alternatives that you can include in your trip.
Below, we will show you a quick list of prices.
Huayna Picchu: $75.00 USD per person
Vistadome Train (one way): $75.00 USD per person
Sleeping bag rental: $20.00 USD per person
Mattresses (inflatable mattresses): FREE INCLUDED
Set of trekking poles: $15.00 USD per person
HUAYNA PICCHU (YOUNG MOUNTAIN)
Huayna Picchu is the mountain located on the north side of Machu Picchu.
To reach the top, you will need to hike for 45 minutes, starting from a dense forest, followed by an ascent up stairs; these stairs can be a challenge for those who are not fond of heights.
Now, if you are not afraid of heights, then you can do this hike after your tour of Machu Picchu.
The additional cost is $75.00 USD.
Reservations must be made at least one month in advance, due to the popularity of this place, and finally, we ask for understanding regarding the weather as it is beyond our control.
MACHU PICCHU MOUNTAIN
This tour can only be done if you have an extra day to visit Machu Picchu.
Machu Picchu Mountain is the other mountain located above the ruins of Machu Picchu.
It offers even more impressive views than Huayna Picchu, but you will need an hour and a half to reach the top.
For this hike, an additional entrance ticket will be necessary, which we can reserve for you with prior notice to the agency.
This ticket costs $75.00 USD per person.
VISTADOME TRAIN
All our tours include the Expedition Train.
This train is reserved for 16:22 pm, departing from Aguas Calientes.
The Vistadome Train is an upgraded train that offers slightly larger seats, windows, and even some entertainment.
If you upgrade your train, generally the Vistadome Train will be reserved for 16:43 pm, and your return will be to Poroy or a train station closer to Cusco.
While it is a higher category fare, we will continue to include your transportation back to the hotel.
This train costs $75.00 USD per person.
Backpacks can be any size for the hike, but we always suggest that the smaller, the better.
Inside the Machu Picchu citadel, backpacks larger than 25 L will not be allowed.
If it’s larger, you will have to store it outside the citadel gates.
But don’t worry, they have a secure storage facility.
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