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Amazing Trek to Machu Picchu with Sacred Valley in 3 Days
Overview
This trekking route was abandoned for moreover 150 years as in the past, it was used by locals for transportation and trading of products that they cultivated in tropical zones as Santa Teresa, Huyro, Santa Maria, Quillabamba and the whole province of La Convencion. Also, this road was used by the scientific discoverer of Machu Picchu known as Hiram Bingham, to transport all of the treasures of this worldwide wonder.
This Sacred Valley hike has authentic inca trails with stairs carved in the basis of the mountains, archaeological sites and a multiple biodiversity of flora and fauna. The first archaeological site to be visited is Kanamarca (which in our native quechua language means “Town of fire”) here we can appreciate inca constructions and a wonderful view of the Sacred Valley as well as the sacred river Vilcanota (which in quechua is known as Willkamayu)
Details
Difficulty
Trip Details
Highlights
Sacred Valley Trek and Machu Picchu 3 Days
Sacred Valley tour inclusive with Kenko Adventures let you visit more sites to do not miss anything while you explore this magical place and amazing Andes mountains.
What we guarantte to visit this tour on first day is: main viewpoint, Pisaq local Market, Pisaq Inca site, we Will drive through picturesque villages, will get Maras salt mines, Moray inca farming experimentations spot, finally we Will arrive the most Interesting colorfull twon of Ollantaytambo.
Profesional authentic local peruvian english speaker tour guide
Our custumers Will have 3*** hotel in Aguas Calinetes town, and we are fexible about hotels you also can book your own hotel of course you Will get a descound fir it.
We Will be able to get Machu Picchu for Sunrise on last day and if you book in advance you can do the Inca bridge for free it is available again.
Dificulty level: Easy gentle walk, stone steps, and small elevation changes along the way, and some walks on uneven trails. Designed for everyone (kids, teens, adults)— travelers should be physically fit and prepared for multiple hours of activity.
If you want to hike huayna picchu mountain or Machu Picchu Mountain you can do on second day of this tour. (we recomemded to book those options 2 Moths in advance)
Making nicer Our custumers experience we included the Vistadome service Train on the way back in all Our tours and no Upgrade we Will be back in Cusco city around 7 pm.
Briefing
We Will meet you at your hotel or Airbnb a day before your tour departure at 6 pm for your pre information about the tour and you can get recomendations for your hike to Machu Picchu.
Itinerary
Itinerary of Trek 3 Days
Our tour will start in Cusco city, your guide will pick you up from your hotel early in the morning and drive in our touristic transport through the Sacred Valley of the Incas via Chinchero until reaching Ollantaytambo, and here we will make a short stop for breakfast. After 45 minutes, we will board our transport and continue for another 30 minutes until Piscacucho community or known as well as kilometer 82 of the route Cusco – Machu Picchu in which our trek will start.
Before we start our hike, our guide will provide you the final indications which we highly recommend to follow to the detail as this trekking route belongs to a National Protected Reserve. After a short hike we will reach the archaeological site of Kanamarca or the Town of Fire, here your guide will provide you all the necessary information about it.
Then, we will follow our hike through the Valley until another site: Corihuayrachina, here we will appreciate the importance of agriculture for Inca civilization; continuing with our hike we will finally reach the humid forests of this Natural reserve and see the great biodiversity of flora and fauna from the Sacred Valley of the incas and its majestic Vilcanota river.
Finally, we will reach our campsite Cedrobamba; after an interesting day we will enjoy a camping night with our superior service complemented with a total relaxation moment offering you hot and cold beverages and some snacks as crackers and popcorn; followed by our dinner in the evening.
Difficulty Day
Easy
Hiking distance
20
kilometers
Maximun Altitude
3300.00
m.a.s.l.
Minimun Altitude
2300
m.a.s.l.
Start End Time
04:00 am ~ 06:00 pm
HikingTime Day
10:00 am
Our second day will start very early in the morning with a hot beverage that our staff members will provide you to your tent and then your guide will announce you when the breakfast is ready. Once we had finished our delicious breakfast, we will start our hike for 20 minutes approx. until reach kilometer 104 on the route Cusco – Machu Picchu and cross the suspension bridge to ascend towards this inca trail to Machu Picchu, also during the trail we will visit many different archaeological sites as Chachabamba and Wiñayhuayna, uniques due to their location and connection with Machu Picchu. Finally we will arrive to the last campsite of the 4 days inca trail hikers, here we will start the last portion of this hike until reaching Inti Punku. From here we will see Machu Picchu in all its glory with a panoramic view.
Lastly we will reach to Machu Picchu and our clients will have the opportunity to make a small visit to the citadel as tomorrow will be the main day to make the guided visit.
After enjoyed this archaeological site our visitors will board the bus towards Aguas Calientes town known as well as Machu Picchu town in which your guide will accommodate you in your hotel and coordinate the meeting time the following day to see the sunrise in Machu Picchu.
Difficulty Day
Moderate
Hiking distance
12
kilometers
Maximun Altitude
2600.00
m.a.s.l.
Minimun Altitude
2000
m.a.s.l.
Start End Time
05:00 am ~ 06:00 pm
HikingTime Day
08:00 am
This day will be entirely dedicated to visit Machu Picchu, and for this reason we recommend to coordinate with your guide so you do not miss anything!
We also advise to start early to avoid lines and inconveniences as in 2017 we had the highest demand of this wonder having 7000 tourists per day, for this reason we plan carefully our itineraries in order to avoid any unforeseen circumstance and make more pleasant your visit here.
Our guide will pick you up from your hotel and from here lead you to Aguas Calientes bus station and board towards Machu Picchu, this ride takes 30 minutes and then we reach the Historical Sanctuary of Machu Picchu. In this place, it is very important to have your passports to access, then you will have a 2 hours guided tour inside the citadel by our professional guide and once you had finished, you will have some free time to enjoy by yourselves. You can choose to hike the Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain (if any of our clients is interested in these places, please consult about the entrance fee tickets at booking time) and finally finish with the total visit of Machu Picchu.
For your return, our clients will board the bus from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes and then to the train station according to your train schedule you will board the train back to Ollantaytambo town; here our transfer will be waiting for you to transport you back to your Cusco hotel. End of our services.
Difficulty Day
Easy
Maximun Altitude
3300.00
m.a.s.l.
Minimun Altitude
2000
m.a.s.l.
Start End Time
06:30 am ~ 07:00 pm
HikingTime Day
12:00 am
Inclusions
Equipment
:
01 oxygen tanks and first aid kit in emergency cases.
Accommodation
:
1 night at campsite
Tour Services
:
Briefing service
(
2 or 1 day before your tour by your guide.
)
Tour Services
:
Chef and cook assistant specialized in gourmet and traditional meals in our region
Food and Meals
:
Drinkable water every day during your trek and snacks from 2nd day
Other Services
:
Extra porter service to help you with your belongings
Equipment
:
Hot shower service during your trek
Accommodation
:
Hotel at Aguas Calientes 3 stars
(
We included Ferre Hotel Machu Picchu or Inti Punku Hotel.If you want to get a 4* or 5* hotel let us know to help you to get one a good one.
)
Entrance Fee Tickets
:
Machu Picchu Citadel
Food and Meals
:
Meals as specified on the itinerary (B, L, D)
Transport Services
:
Pick up from Cusco Airport and transfer to your hotel in Cusco
(
(Flight information is required).
)
Equipment
:
Portable toilet during all trek duration
Tour Services
:
Private walking tour in the Machu Picchu Citadel.
Equipment
:
Professional trekking equipment.
Train Tickets
:
Round trip Expedition Class train ticket for Ollantaytambo - Aguas Calientes - Ollantaytambo.
A1 Service
:
Superior private service.
(
Our Superior quality service offers private tours and small groups with personalized service, we take care details and we create the best unforgettable experiences in our client lives through our wonder Machu Picchu and our beloved region Cusco. Superior private service.
)
Food and Meals
:
Last lunch in Aguas Calientes
(
(you can make a better choice here as there are a lot of different options)
)
Food and Meals
:
Meals not specified on the itinerary.
Equipment
:
Sleeping bags
(
(can be rented at our office).
)
Food and Meals
:
The first breakfast
(
(usually all Cusco hotels include breakfast).
)
Tips
:
The tips for sevices of guides, porters, etc
Prices Options
Prices for Sacred Valley Trek and Machu Picchu 3 Days - Group Service
The Sacred Valley Trek and Machu Picchu 3 Days service is available only by group service (from 2 persons). Then, we need minimum 2 persons to open this service for you.
Max Group Size :
8
Our price:
USD $
0.00
per 1 person.
Our price:
USD $
550.00
per person for 2 people.
Our price:
USD $
530.00
per person for 3 people.
Our price:
USD $
500.00
per person for 4 people or more. The best price!
Reservation price: USD $
250
per person
FAQS
Can I store my luggage at your office?
Of course! During the Cusco Machu Picchu Tour your main luggage can be stored at our office or at your hotel, both are for free. Please don´t pack anything you will need for your hike.
Do I need my original passport for the Cusco Machu Picchu tour?
Yes, you have to get your original passport and it is very important and it have to be the same passport number that you sent to us at book time, and also train ticket, other entrances and reservations Will have the same document. The rangers will check when you enter Machu Picchu. The train company will also check your passport before to board you’re the train.
In case you are changing your Passport or you lost and you get a new one, go ahead and send us your new passport information to secure your permit, and we can change it and when you get to our country no surprises and everything Will be fine.
How do i get the student ISIC card discount?
The ISIC Student can get Discount..
You must have a valid current internationally accepted ISIC card in your name.
They could apply for the ISIC Card at https://www.isic.org/
You must provide a copy of your ISIC card at your booking time.
Send us a copy at info@kenkoadventures.com.
How do I qualify for the student discount? (-$20)
According to our government Laws you must be under 18 years of age at the time of your trek, tour, or visit to Machu Picchu (students 18 & above need ISIC cards). For example, if you book a trek at the age of 17 but you turn 18 before you do your trek, you do not qualify for a student discount.
- Students from 12 to 17 years old, they get discount of $20.
- Children from age of 2 to 12 they get discount of $20.
- Children from the age of 0 to 2 they are free.
All students must send a copy of their passport at booking time to get the discount.
We need a copy at info@kenkoadventures.com
How is the climate in Cusco?
The climate in our country is very variant and does not consider the normal 4 seasons. Here, in just one day we can see all of the seasons! And this is why we recommend our visitors to be prepared for any occasion, either for rain or sunny days.
A very important factor which alter our world is global warming, which has evolved into a high risky contributor due to the glaciers melting in Peruvian Andes, and it also affect the normal development of our weather.
Nonetheless, something that is very marked in our country and in some cities here in the Andes is that we only have 2 main seasons during the year:
Dry Season: We consider the dry season from the end of April until the end of September, in this period the first rains will start. For this reason, this is the best time to visit our region and our amazing Machu Picchu and also avoid any inconveniences.
Rainy Season: This season starts on October until the end of April approximately, so during this time it is advised to all of our visitors to pack their belongings into waterproof bags, as in our region it can be sunny the first 2 hours and then have a heavy rain.
We know that there are extreme climates worldwide, but this must not stop us from our longing and desire to explore the world, to discover marvelous cultures and interact with them. Be welcomed to Perú and Machu Picchu.
How to book the tour? First, to book our day tours and Machu Picchu Tours or trekking tour
We need you to fill out our booking form with your personal information by clicking on BOOK NOW.
Please be ready with the next information (FROM EACH PARTICIPANT in your group). We cannot purchase an entrance to Machu Picchu or the train without the following information:
Personal information (your full name, exactly as on your passport):
- Gender
- Passport number
- Full name
- D.OB. (dd / mm / yyyy)
- Nationality
Huayna Picchu Mountain
This mountain is located inside Machu Picchu Archaeological Park, which is located at 300 meters more than Machu Picchu Inca Citadel; here it takes approximately just 45 minutes hiking up and other 45 minutes hiking down. This Mountain conserves some archaeological remains as the Moon Temple and other precincts that are interconnected with authentic trails, steps, tunnels and natural formatted caves which made the view more interesting. Without any doubt, this is one of the best attractions of Machu Picchu; the Huayna Picchu Mountain offers a 360 grades view and a stunning view of Machu Picchu Inca Citadel, Machu Picchu
Mountain and the famous Sun Gate (Inti Punku). Currently our government through Ministry of Culture, maintain the visitors income controlled per day, only 400 tickets are offered per day and divided in 2 groups of 200 each. The first schedule starts from 7:00 to 08:00 am and the second from 10:00 to 11:00 am, for this reason its demand is growing day by day and if any of our visitors is interested in this hike, then it is necessary to make a booking at least with 3 months in advance in order to guarantee their visit to this extraordinary place.
Important information for your tour
Have a look carefully the next information; it will help you answer any of your questions about our service and tours in Cusco and Machu Picchu.
Machu Picchu Mountain
This mountain is located inside the park as well, and is only 1:20 hrs away hiking by your own. Once you reach the summit, you will take impressive photos with panoramic views of the entire valley in which is situated Machu Picchu inca citadel, you will also have impressive views of the Andes Mountain range and the glaciers that protect this unique ecosystem.
The demand to obtain permits for this hike is quickly growing up, for this we advise a minimum of 2 months in advance to book the tickets, as there is a limit for visitors per day to experience this amazing hike. This hike has 2 schedules, the first from 07:00 am to 08:00 am and the second from 09:00 am to 10:00 am with a limit of 200 people per group.
May I change the departure date after the tickets have been bought?
“No”. Once the tickets have been bought the government does not allow any changes, so we can’t change any departure date. Tickets are not transferable nor refundable unfortunately.
*** If you cancel your Cusco Machu Picchu Tour, the deposit is not refundable at all!
Note
Kenko Adventures guarantees the visit to these attractions in any of our tours if you make the booking early enough in advance.
Second, we require a deposit of US $ 250.00 per person
In order to purchase your entrance to Machu Picchu and train ticket. You can make you deposit by PAYPAL Online or you can do a deposit in our Bank account at Interbank.
Bank account number: 4203107104602.
The briefing
We use to visit at your hotel 6 pm or if you prefer during the day 9am to 1pm or 3pm to 5pm, please you could send us an email with details to get your briefing time Will be ready any time for our clients.
Welcome to Cusco
You will be welcomed at Cusco airport and we drive you to your hotel, please send us the information about flight details at least 14 days prior to your trek or tour. Look out for our representative holding an KENKO ADVENTURES logo at the arrival terminal. It can be done on any date that is best suited to you!
What about the balance?
It could be greatly appreciated if our clients pay in cash at your briefing time at the hotel (US dollars or Peruvian soles) here in Cusco. We have many cash machines in the historical center to withdraw money. You can also pay by PAYPAL online.
Packing List
Packing List for Machu Picchu
Planing Machu Picchu trip¡¡¡, then this post is definitely one for you. It will help you pack what you Will need for Machu Picchu, and that will in turn determine your full expereince. People always ask about ‘do I need hiking boots for Machu Picchu’ and bag and size restrictions are also addressed.
We have various ways to arrive to Machu Picchu, the most popular one is Machu Picchu tours which incorporate travel by train. This is important as it also influences what to pack for Machu Picchu. We recommend wthat to pack acording waht season are planining to visit Machu Picchu.
We have Rainy season from Octover to April ansd you have to consider pack rain guear
And we have dry season from May to September, it is mostly dry, hot days and cold nights. (warm clothes).
General here you have, what to pack for Machu Picchu tours:
Antibacterial hand gel
Binoculars
Camera
Clothes in layers
Insect repellant - DEET 20 strongly recommended.
Passport
Personal medication
Plastic bags for rain situations
Pocket money in Soles or USD dolars
Sandals or flip-flops
Sun glases
Sun hat
Sun scream
Swimsuit
Toilet paper
Water bottle
Water purifier
Waterproof clothes
Waterproof hiking shoes
Wet wipes
Highlights
Sacred Valley Trek and Machu Picchu 3 Days
Sacred Valley tour inclusive with Kenko Adventures let you visit more sites to do not miss anything while you explore this magical place and amazing Andes mountains.
What we guarantte to visit this tour on first day is: main viewpoint, Pisaq local Market, Pisaq Inca site, we Will drive through picturesque villages, will get Maras salt mines, Moray inca farming experimentations spot, finally we Will arrive the most Interesting colorfull twon of Ollantaytambo.
Profesional authentic local peruvian english speaker tour guide
Our custumers Will have 3*** hotel in Aguas Calinetes town, and we are fexible about hotels you also can book your own hotel of course you Will get a descound fir it.
We Will be able to get Machu Picchu for Sunrise on last day and if you book in advance you can do the Inca bridge for free it is available again.
Dificulty level: Easy gentle walk, stone steps, and small elevation changes along the way, and some walks on uneven trails. Designed for everyone (kids, teens, adults)— travelers should be physically fit and prepared for multiple hours of activity.
If you want to hike huayna picchu mountain or Machu Picchu Mountain you can do on second day of this tour. (we recomemded to book those options 2 Moths in advance)
Making nicer Our custumers experience we included the Vistadome service Train on the way back in all Our tours and no Upgrade we Will be back in Cusco city around 7 pm.
Briefing
We Will meet you at your hotel or Airbnb a day before your tour departure at 6 pm for your pre information about the tour and you can get recomendations for your hike to Machu Picchu.
Itinerary
Itinerary of Trek 3 Days
Day 01: Cusco – Ollantaytambo -. Piscachucho – Cedrobamba
Our tour will start in Cusco city, your guide will pick you up from your hotel early in the morning and drive in our touristic transport through the Sacred Valley of the Incas via Chinchero until reaching Ollantaytambo, and here we will make a short stop for breakfast. After 45 minutes, we will board our transport and continue for another 30 minutes until Piscacucho community or known as well as kilometer 82 of the route Cusco – Machu Picchu in which our trek will start.
Before we start our hike, our guide will provide you the final indications which we highly recommend to follow to the detail as this trekking route belongs to a National Protected Reserve. After a short hike we will reach the archaeological site of Kanamarca or the Town of Fire, here your guide will provide you all the necessary information about it.
Then, we will follow our hike through the Valley until another site: Corihuayrachina, here we will appreciate the importance of agriculture for Inca civilization; continuing with our hike we will finally reach the humid forests of this Natural reserve and see the great biodiversity of flora and fauna from the Sacred Valley of the incas and its majestic Vilcanota river.
Finally, we will reach our campsite Cedrobamba; after an interesting day we will enjoy a camping night with our superior service complemented with a total relaxation moment offering you hot and cold beverages and some snacks as crackers and popcorn; followed by our dinner in the evening.
Difficulty Day
Easy
Hiking distance
20
kilometers
Maximun Altitude
3300.00
m.a.s.l.
Minimun Altitude
2300
m.a.s.l.
Start End Time
04:00 am ~ 06:00 pm
HikingTime Day
10:00 am
Day 02: Cedrobamba – Wiñayhuana – Inti Punku (sungate)– Machu Picchu - Aguas Calientes
Our second day will start very early in the morning with a hot beverage that our staff members will provide you to your tent and then your guide will announce you when the breakfast is ready. Once we had finished our delicious breakfast, we will start our hike for 20 minutes approx. until reach kilometer 104 on the route Cusco – Machu Picchu and cross the suspension bridge to ascend towards this inca trail to Machu Picchu, also during the trail we will visit many different archaeological sites as Chachabamba and Wiñayhuayna, uniques due to their location and connection with Machu Picchu. Finally we will arrive to the last campsite of the 4 days inca trail hikers, here we will start the last portion of this hike until reaching Inti Punku. From here we will see Machu Picchu in all its glory with a panoramic view.
Lastly we will reach to Machu Picchu and our clients will have the opportunity to make a small visit to the citadel as tomorrow will be the main day to make the guided visit.
After enjoyed this archaeological site our visitors will board the bus towards Aguas Calientes town known as well as Machu Picchu town in which your guide will accommodate you in your hotel and coordinate the meeting time the following day to see the sunrise in Machu Picchu.
Difficulty Day
Moderate
Hiking distance
12
kilometers
Maximun Altitude
2600.00
m.a.s.l.
Minimun Altitude
2000
m.a.s.l.
Start End Time
05:00 am ~ 06:00 pm
HikingTime Day
08:00 am
Day 03: Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Ollantaytambo – Cusco
This day will be entirely dedicated to visit Machu Picchu, and for this reason we recommend to coordinate with your guide so you do not miss anything!
We also advise to start early to avoid lines and inconveniences as in 2017 we had the highest demand of this wonder having 7000 tourists per day, for this reason we plan carefully our itineraries in order to avoid any unforeseen circumstance and make more pleasant your visit here.
Our guide will pick you up from your hotel and from here lead you to Aguas Calientes bus station and board towards Machu Picchu, this ride takes 30 minutes and then we reach the Historical Sanctuary of Machu Picchu. In this place, it is very important to have your passports to access, then you will have a 2 hours guided tour inside the citadel by our professional guide and once you had finished, you will have some free time to enjoy by yourselves. You can choose to hike the Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain (if any of our clients is interested in these places, please consult about the entrance fee tickets at booking time) and finally finish with the total visit of Machu Picchu.
For your return, our clients will board the bus from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes and then to the train station according to your train schedule you will board the train back to Ollantaytambo town; here our transfer will be waiting for you to transport you back to your Cusco hotel. End of our services.
Difficulty Day
Easy
Maximun Altitude
3300.00
m.a.s.l.
Minimun Altitude
2000
m.a.s.l.
Start End Time
06:30 am ~ 07:00 pm
HikingTime Day
12:00 am
Inclusions
Equipment
:
01 oxygen tanks and first aid kit in emergency cases.
Accommodation
:
1 night at campsite
Tour Services
:
Briefing service
(
2 or 1 day before your tour by your guide.
)
Tour Services
:
Chef and cook assistant specialized in gourmet and traditional meals in our region
Food and Meals
:
Drinkable water every day during your trek and snacks from 2nd day
Other Services
:
Extra porter service to help you with your belongings
Equipment
:
Hot shower service during your trek
Accommodation
:
Hotel at Aguas Calientes 3 stars
(
We included Ferre Hotel Machu Picchu or Inti Punku Hotel.If you want to get a 4* or 5* hotel let us know to help you to get one a good one.
)
Entrance Fee Tickets
:
Machu Picchu Citadel
Food and Meals
:
Meals as specified on the itinerary (B, L, D)
Transport Services
:
Pick up from Cusco Airport and transfer to your hotel in Cusco
(
(Flight information is required).
)
Equipment
:
Portable toilet during all trek duration
Tour Services
:
Private walking tour in the Machu Picchu Citadel.
Equipment
:
Professional trekking equipment.
Train Tickets
:
Round trip Expedition Class train ticket for Ollantaytambo - Aguas Calientes - Ollantaytambo.
A1 Service
:
Superior private service.
(
Our Superior quality service offers private tours and small groups with personalized service, we take care details and we create the best unforgettable experiences in our client lives through our wonder Machu Picchu and our beloved region Cusco. Superior private service.
)
Food and Meals
:
Last lunch in Aguas Calientes
(
(you can make a better choice here as there are a lot of different options)
)
Food and Meals
:
Meals not specified on the itinerary.
Equipment
:
Sleeping bags
(
(can be rented at our office).
)
Food and Meals
:
The first breakfast
(
(usually all Cusco hotels include breakfast).
)
Tips
:
The tips for sevices of guides, porters, etc
Price & Options
Prices for Sacred Valley Trek and Machu Picchu 3 Days - Group Service
The Sacred Valley Trek and Machu Picchu 3 Days service is available only by group service (from 2 persons). Then, we need minimum 2 persons to open this service for you.
The Sacred Valley Trek and Machu Picchu 3 Days service is available only by group service (from 2 persons). Then, we need minimum 2 persons to open this service for you.
Max Group Size :
8
Our price:
USD$
0.00
per 1 person.
Our price:
USD$
550.00
per person for 2 people.
Our price:
USD$
530.00
per person for 3 people.
Our price:
USD $
500.00
per person for 4 people or more. The best price!.
Reservation price: USD $
250
per person
Can I store my luggage at your office?
Of course! During the Cusco Machu Picchu Tour your main luggage can be stored at our office or at your hotel, both are for free. Please don´t pack anything you will need for your hike.
Do I need my original passport for the Cusco Machu Picchu tour?
Yes, you have to get your original passport and it is very important and it have to be the same passport number that you sent to us at book time, and also train ticket, other entrances and reservations Will have the same document. The rangers will check when you enter Machu Picchu. The train company will also check your passport before to board you’re the train.
In case you are changing your Passport or you lost and you get a new one, go ahead and send us your new passport information to secure your permit, and we can change it and when you get to our country no surprises and everything Will be fine.
How do i get the student ISIC card discount?
The ISIC Student can get Discount..
You must have a valid current internationally accepted ISIC card in your name.
They could apply for the ISIC Card at https://www.isic.org/
You must provide a copy of your ISIC card at your booking time.
Send us a copy at info@kenkoadventures.com.
How do I qualify for the student discount? (-$20)
According to our government Laws you must be under 18 years of age at the time of your trek, tour, or visit to Machu Picchu (students 18 & above need ISIC cards). For example, if you book a trek at the age of 17 but you turn 18 before you do your trek, you do not qualify for a student discount.
- Students from 12 to 17 years old, they get discount of $20.
- Children from age of 2 to 12 they get discount of $20.
- Children from the age of 0 to 2 they are free.
All students must send a copy of their passport at booking time to get the discount.
We need a copy at info@kenkoadventures.com
How is the climate in Cusco?
The climate in our country is very variant and does not consider the normal 4 seasons. Here, in just one day we can see all of the seasons! And this is why we recommend our visitors to be prepared for any occasion, either for rain or sunny days.
A very important factor which alter our world is global warming, which has evolved into a high risky contributor due to the glaciers melting in Peruvian Andes, and it also affect the normal development of our weather.
Nonetheless, something that is very marked in our country and in some cities here in the Andes is that we only have 2 main seasons during the year:
Dry Season: We consider the dry season from the end of April until the end of September, in this period the first rains will start. For this reason, this is the best time to visit our region and our amazing Machu Picchu and also avoid any inconveniences.
Rainy Season: This season starts on October until the end of April approximately, so during this time it is advised to all of our visitors to pack their belongings into waterproof bags, as in our region it can be sunny the first 2 hours and then have a heavy rain.
We know that there are extreme climates worldwide, but this must not stop us from our longing and desire to explore the world, to discover marvelous cultures and interact with them. Be welcomed to Perú and Machu Picchu.
How to book the tour? First, to book our day tours and Machu Picchu Tours or trekking tour
We need you to fill out our booking form with your personal information by clicking on BOOK NOW.
Please be ready with the next information (FROM EACH PARTICIPANT in your group). We cannot purchase an entrance to Machu Picchu or the train without the following information:
Personal information (your full name, exactly as on your passport):
- Gender
- Passport number
- Full name
- D.OB. (dd / mm / yyyy)
- Nationality
Huayna Picchu Mountain
This mountain is located inside Machu Picchu Archaeological Park, which is located at 300 meters more than Machu Picchu Inca Citadel; here it takes approximately just 45 minutes hiking up and other 45 minutes hiking down. This Mountain conserves some archaeological remains as the Moon Temple and other precincts that are interconnected with authentic trails, steps, tunnels and natural formatted caves which made the view more interesting. Without any doubt, this is one of the best attractions of Machu Picchu; the Huayna Picchu Mountain offers a 360 grades view and a stunning view of Machu Picchu Inca Citadel, Machu Picchu
Mountain and the famous Sun Gate (Inti Punku). Currently our government through Ministry of Culture, maintain the visitors income controlled per day, only 400 tickets are offered per day and divided in 2 groups of 200 each. The first schedule starts from 7:00 to 08:00 am and the second from 10:00 to 11:00 am, for this reason its demand is growing day by day and if any of our visitors is interested in this hike, then it is necessary to make a booking at least with 3 months in advance in order to guarantee their visit to this extraordinary place.
Important information for your tour
Have a look carefully the next information; it will help you answer any of your questions about our service and tours in Cusco and Machu Picchu.
Machu Picchu Mountain
This mountain is located inside the park as well, and is only 1:20 hrs away hiking by your own. Once you reach the summit, you will take impressive photos with panoramic views of the entire valley in which is situated Machu Picchu inca citadel, you will also have impressive views of the Andes Mountain range and the glaciers that protect this unique ecosystem.
The demand to obtain permits for this hike is quickly growing up, for this we advise a minimum of 2 months in advance to book the tickets, as there is a limit for visitors per day to experience this amazing hike. This hike has 2 schedules, the first from 07:00 am to 08:00 am and the second from 09:00 am to 10:00 am with a limit of 200 people per group.
May I change the departure date after the tickets have been bought?
“No”. Once the tickets have been bought the government does not allow any changes, so we can’t change any departure date. Tickets are not transferable nor refundable unfortunately.
*** If you cancel your Cusco Machu Picchu Tour, the deposit is not refundable at all!
Note
Kenko Adventures guarantees the visit to these attractions in any of our tours if you make the booking early enough in advance.
Second, we require a deposit of US $ 250.00 per person
In order to purchase your entrance to Machu Picchu and train ticket. You can make you deposit by PAYPAL Online or you can do a deposit in our Bank account at Interbank.
Bank account number: 4203107104602.
The briefing
We use to visit at your hotel 6 pm or if you prefer during the day 9am to 1pm or 3pm to 5pm, please you could send us an email with details to get your briefing time Will be ready any time for our clients.
Welcome to Cusco
You will be welcomed at Cusco airport and we drive you to your hotel, please send us the information about flight details at least 14 days prior to your trek or tour. Look out for our representative holding an KENKO ADVENTURES logo at the arrival terminal. It can be done on any date that is best suited to you!
What about the balance?
It could be greatly appreciated if our clients pay in cash at your briefing time at the hotel (US dollars or Peruvian soles) here in Cusco. We have many cash machines in the historical center to withdraw money. You can also pay by PAYPAL online.
Packing List
Packing List for Machu Picchu
Planing Machu Picchu trip¡¡¡, then this post is definitely one for you. It will help you pack what you Will need for Machu Picchu, and that will in turn determine your full expereince. People always ask about ‘do I need hiking boots for Machu Picchu’ and bag and size restrictions are also addressed.
We have various ways to arrive to Machu Picchu, the most popular one is Machu Picchu tours which incorporate travel by train. This is important as it also influences what to pack for Machu Picchu. We recommend wthat to pack acording waht season are planining to visit Machu Picchu.
We have Rainy season from Octover to April ansd you have to consider pack rain guear
And we have dry season from May to September, it is mostly dry, hot days and cold nights. (warm clothes).
General here you have, what to pack for Machu Picchu tours:
Antibacterial hand gel
Binoculars
Camera
Clothes in layers
Insect repellant - DEET 20 strongly recommended.
Passport
Personal medication
Plastic bags for rain situations
Pocket money in Soles or USD dolars
Sandals or flip-flops
Sun glases
Sun hat
Sun scream
Swimsuit
Toilet paper
Water bottle
Water purifier
Waterproof clothes
Waterproof hiking shoes
Wet wipes
3 Days + S. Valley Info
Maps of 3 Days + S. Valley
Reviews for Trek 3 Days
I was on the 5 day salkantay trek to Machu picchu with Elvis as our tour guide. He made the trip fantastic, was very informative and concerned about our well being and we loed the trip!… ...
Free warm jacket for my litle friend!
Kenko Adventure Peru founder decided to add a social proyect in all Our tours that means, if you are booking a tour with Us, you automatically are donating a warm jacket for Our litle kids that have very hard living in very cold conditions near by the Andes Mountain
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