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PACKAGE DETAILS | SALKANTAY TREK – HUMANTAY LAKE (FULL-DAY)

CUSCO – MOLLEPATA -SORAYPAMPA ( HUMANTAY LAKE )

We will pick you up from your hotel between 3:30 and 4:00 am before traveling in our private transportation to Mollepata located in the lush valley of the Apurimac River, which is approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes away from Cusco. In Mollepata, we will stop for a quick breakfast to get some energy before our hike! We will continue on our journey by car towards Soraypampa, which will take approximately one hour (3900 masl).

Here, we will begin our trek to the Humantay Lake located at 4200 masl (13779 feet). The steep hike up will take about 1 hour and 30 min.

If the climb is too difficult, you can ride a horse up to the lake. Once you reach the hardship will be forgotten once you reach the top and see the magnificent Apu Humantay Lake.

On the top of the mountain we will learn about why this place was considered sacred for the Incas and we will take time to appreciate the breathtaking views.

Once at the bottom, we will go back to Mollepata and have a delicious lunch. Finally, we will take our transportation and go back to Cusco and enjoy a much-needed siesta!

WHAT IS INCLUDED:

• Pick up from your hotel (Only if located in the historical center of Cusco)
• Professional English speaking tour guide
• Transport from Cusco to Mollepata / Soraypampa – Mollepata- Cusco
• Meals: 1 breakfast and 1 lunch buffet (vegan options)
• Communication Radios
• Polar Blanket
• 1 walking steak
• First aid kit and emergency oxygen

NOT INCLUDED

• Not mentioned
• Gratuities (recommended)

WHAT TO BRING

• A small backpack and hiking shoes
• Raincoat or poncho (Especially during the rainy season in December to April)
• Water bottle
• Sunglasses, sun hat and sunscreen
• Insect repellent and extra money (Soles)
• Snacks (dark chocolate, dried fruit, biscuits, etc.)
• Camera and extra batteries

RECOMMENDATIONS

• Not recommended for participants with back problems
• Not recommended for participants with heart disease/problems or other serious medical conditions
• Not recommended for pregnant women and babies.

CANCELLATIONS POLICY.

Cancellations regarding the company determines the amount to be deducted by the various expenses incurred in case of cancellation will be deducted as follows:

Cancellations and requests for refunds must be submitted by email and include all relevant information and will be answered within before 48 hours.

VERY IMPORTANT:

If a cancellation is received until and including 45 days before the date of arrival in Peru, the total payment will be refunded in full, minus the full administrative costs. (25% of the contract price)

1. Cancellations 30 – 20 days before departure  you have pay the 50% of the total expenses
2. Cancellations 20 – 10 days before the departure you have pay the 60% of the total expenses
3. In case of No – Show or cancellations 6-1 days before  days before the start of your trip  there will be no refund.  you will be required to pay 100% of the total cost.

CHANGES

Itineraries may suffer, for technical reasons of force majeure beyond the control of the operator change without notice.

RESPONSIBILITY

Mapy Travel Agency E.I.R.L. It is a direct operator of  differents  excursions detailed on our website but acts as an intermediary between the user and the different companies whose services are used in the lodgings, airlines, restaurants, transport or other, having no responsibility for the shortcomings, delays, theft, accident or other damages that passengers have third-party services. Our company may change the order of the tour of tours, whenever deemed strictly necessary for security or better success of the service, without removing any services unless the weather or passenger safety (strikes, fires) conditions do not permit. Mapi Travel Agency E.i.r.l will not be responsible for any additional expenses incurred by the passenger as a result of the above causes.

We ask you to report before hiring our services, about any limitation of this nature, in order to recommend the special services.

All our transportation have travel insurance.

PRICE:

PRICE: 460 USD PER PERSON

To confirm the reservation, it is necessary to make an advance payment of 50% of the total amount of your tour. This payment can be made through Wester Union (4.5% fee), VISA card (6% fee) or Paypal (8.6% fee). The rest must be paid in our office in Cusco, in american dollars or peruvian soles, in cash only.

PACKAGE DETAILS | SALKANTAY TREK – HUMANTAY LAKE (FULL-DAY)

CUSCO – MOLLEPATA -SORAYPAMPA ( HUMANTAY LAKE )

We will pick you up from your hotel between 3:30 and 4:00 am before traveling in our private transportation to Mollepata located in the lush valley of the Apurimac River, which is approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes away from Cusco. In Mollepata, we will stop for a quick breakfast to get some energy before our hike! We will continue on our journey by car towards Soraypampa, which will take approximately one hour (3900 masl).

Here, we will begin our trek to the Humantay Lake located at 4200 masl (13779 feet). The steep hike up will take about 1 hour and 30 min.

If the climb is too difficult, you can ride a horse up to the lake. Once you reach the hardship will be forgotten once you reach the top and see the magnificent Apu Humantay Lake.

On the top of the mountain we will learn about why this place was considered sacred for the Incas and we will take time to appreciate the breathtaking views.

Once at the bottom, we will go back to Mollepata and have a delicious lunch. Finally, we will take our transportation and go back to Cusco and enjoy a much-needed siesta!

WHAT IS INCLUDED:

• Pick up from your hotel (Only if located in the historical center of Cusco)
• Professional English speaking tour guide
• Transport from Cusco to Mollepata / Soraypampa – Mollepata- Cusco
• Meals: 1 breakfast and 1 lunch buffet (vegan options)
• Communication Radios
• Polar Blanket
• 1 walking steak
• First aid kit and emergency oxygen

NOT INCLUDED

• Not mentioned
• Gratuities (recommended)

WHAT TO BRING

• A small backpack and hiking shoes
• Raincoat or poncho (Especially during the rainy season in December to April)
• Water bottle
• Sunglasses, sun hat and sunscreen
• Insect repellent and extra money (Soles)
• Snacks (dark chocolate, dried fruit, biscuits, etc.)
• Camera and extra batteries

RECOMMENDATIONS

• Not recommended for participants with back problems
• Not recommended for participants with heart disease/problems or other serious medical conditions
• Not recommended for pregnant women and babies.

CANCELLATIONS POLICY.

Cancellations regarding the company determines the amount to be deducted by the various expenses incurred in case of cancellation will be deducted as follows:

Cancellations and requests for refunds must be submitted by email and include all relevant information and will be answered within before 48 hours.

VERY IMPORTANT:

If a cancellation is received until and including 45 days before the date of arrival in Peru, the total payment will be refunded in full, minus the full administrative costs. (25% of the contract price)

1. Cancellations 30 – 20 days before departure  you have pay the 50% of the total expenses
2. Cancellations 20 – 10 days before the departure you have pay the 60% of the total expenses
3. In case of No – Show or cancellations 6-1 days before  days before the start of your trip  there will be no refund.  you will be required to pay 100% of the total cost.

CHANGES

Itineraries may suffer, for technical reasons of force majeure beyond the control of the operator change without notice.

RESPONSIBILITY

Mapy Travel Agency E.I.R.L. It is a direct operator of  differents  excursions detailed on our website but acts as an intermediary between the user and the different companies whose services are used in the lodgings, airlines, restaurants, transport or other, having no responsibility for the shortcomings, delays, theft, accident or other damages that passengers have third-party services. Our company may change the order of the tour of tours, whenever deemed strictly necessary for security or better success of the service, without removing any services unless the weather or passenger safety (strikes, fires) conditions do not permit. Mapi Travel Agency E.i.r.l will not be responsible for any additional expenses incurred by the passenger as a result of the above causes.

We ask you to report before hiring our services, about any limitation of this nature, in order to recommend the special services.

All our transportation have travel insurance.

PRICE:

PRICE: 460 USD PER PERSON

To confirm the reservation, it is necessary to make an advance payment of 50% of the total amount of your tour. This payment can be made through Wester Union (4.5% fee), VISA card (6% fee) or Paypal (8.6% fee). The rest must be paid in our office in Cusco, in american dollars or peruvian soles, in cash only.

This is the short version of the famous and stunning Inca Trail , for those who have less time available but do not want to miss this unique trek. We begin at kilometer 104 and walked all day until about 06:00 p.m. to the town of Aguas Calientes, where we are staying in a hotel. The next day , very early , we will go to Machu Picchu on the first bus and your guide will guide for about 2 hours then back to cusco .

Day 1: CUSCO – KM104 – AGUAS CALIENTES

We will pick up from your hotel then trasfer you until ollantaytambo station Here we board the Expedition train, we will travel for about 1 hour and 30 minutes until 104 (start of our trek At Km 104 after pass the control , we began to walk softly beside Vilcanota River . Starting the way we will see the archeological site of of Chachabamba , a stone altar -site that was used to worship the sun and the mountains , still revered by local people . After visiting Chachabamba , we continue our hiking We may also see some larger mammals such as Viscachas (rabbit-like Chinchillas) and Spectacled Bears (if we are very lucky). After walking 3 hours , the road descends into a forest amazing. Here you will find a beautiful waterfall , then get to the bottom of the ruins of Winaywayna . Appreciate the beauty of this place ,

After a full days trekking we’ll arrive to the Sun Gate (Inti Punku) in the late afternoon and get our first views of Machu Picchu spread out on the mountain below. That site it’s a perfect place to take really nice pictures of machu picchu surrounded by impressive mountain peaks, deep valleys and the Urubamba River. From Intipunku we will descend  30 minutes for the citadel and we will place it at the top to rest and take pictures. Finally, we will take the bus to Aguas Calientes (2,030 meters), where we will spend the night, where we have the opportunity to visit the hot springs of the place..

DAY 2: MACHU PICCHU!

After early breakfast at your hotel, you will take a bus with our  Guide to the ruins of machupicchu which only takes 30 minutes and departs every 10 minutes. Or if you don’t want to take the bus but prefer to hike along the Inca trail, just let your guide know so that he can show you the Inca trail to Machupicchu, which takes about 1h 20 minutes.

In Machupicchu you will meet your group and have a 2 hours guided tour. Then you will have extra time to explore the ruins by yourself. If on the other hand you want to see Huaynapicchu, you can climb it or you can go to the most famous spot of Machupicchu. The sun gate is 1 hour climb, if you simply want to get postcard pictures of the ruins. We encourage all the travelers to make the most of their time in this place. Then you can take the bus to return to Aguas Calientes, or carry on with your walking through those famous Inca steps.

The usual departure time is in the afternoon, first with the train to Ollantaytambo, then by bus to your hotel in Cusco.

WHAT IS INCLUDED:

• briefing at your Hotel or Office in cusco
• Pick up from your Hotel
• Private transport to Ollantaytambo Train Station 2 hours aproxximately
• Expedition Train to Km 104
• Permits and fees for the 2 Days Inca Trail
• Entrance fees for the trail and the Machupicchu
• Walk with an excellent English speaking guide.
• Guided visit of Chachabamba, Wiñaywayna and Choquesuysuy
• Guided Tour of Machupicchu on the second Day
• 1 Box Lunch, 1 Dinner, 1 Breakfast and 1 Lunch
• 1 snack and soda drink for the 1st Day
• Acommodation at Hostal Viajeros or similar (Private room).
• Bus round trip  (Machupicchu-Aguas Calientes -Machupicchu)
• Expedition train return to Ollantaytambo ( that train could be upgrade ) transport to Cusco

NOT INCLUDED

• Hiking Poles
• Extra expenses
• Personal Porter, to carry personal items from our clients (up to 15Kg).
• Entrance to Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain

RECOMMENDATIONS:

If you prefer Huaynapicchu with its dramatic views, this must be booked in advance and costs 60 dollars per person. The climb takes 1 hour is moderately difficult. The other option is the Machu Picchu Mountain, 1.5 hours steep climb, very demanding and $ 50 per person. This is probably the most spectacular of all views, but all three options are very nice and will allow you to make very good photos.

As the weather is very cold and damp, your clothes, even wet, will not dry at night. Therefore bring enough spare clothes.

CANCELLATIONS POLICY.

Cancellations regarding the company determines the amount to be deducted by the various expenses incurred in case of cancellation will be deducted as follows:

Cancellations and requests for refunds must be submitted by email and include all relevant information and will be answered within before 48 hours.

VERY IMPORTANT:

If a cancellation is received until and including 45 days before the date of arrival in Peru, the total payment will be refunded in full, minus the full administrative costs. (25% of the contract price)

1. Cancellations 30 – 20 days before departure  you have pay the 50% of the total expenses
2. Cancellations 20 – 10 days before the departure you have pay the 60% of the total expenses
3. In case of No – Show or cancellations 6-1 days before  days before the start of your trip  there will be no refund.  you will be required to pay 100% of the total cost.

CHANGES

Itineraries may suffer, for technical reasons of force majeure beyond the control of the operator change without notice.

RESPONSIBILITY

Mapy Travel Agency E.I.R.L. It is a direct operator of  differents  excursions detailed on our website but acts as an intermediary between the user and the different companies whose services are used in the lodgings, airlines, restaurants, transport or other, having no responsibility for the shortcomings, delays, theft, accident or other damages that passengers have third-party services. Our company may change the order of the tour of tours, whenever deemed strictly necessary for security or better success of the service, without removing any services unless the weather or passenger safety (strikes, fires) conditions do not permit. Mapi Travel Agency E.i.r.l will not be responsible for any additional expenses incurred by the passenger as a result of the above causes.

We ask you to report before hiring our services, about any limitation of this nature, in order to recommend the special services.

All our transportation have travel insurance.

PRICE:

PRICE: 460 USD PER PERSON

To confirm the reservation, it is necessary to make an advance payment of 50% of the total amount of your tour. This payment can be made through Wester Union (4.5% fee), VISA card (6% fee) or Paypal (8.6% fee). The rest must be paid in our office in Cusco, in american dollars or peruvian soles, in cash only.

ITINERARY:

Day 1: Cusco Hotel – Mollepata – Cruzpata – Sayllapata – Soraypamapa.


Day 2: Soraypmapa – Soyroccocha – Salkantay Pass – HuayracPunku – Chaullay


Day 3: Chaullay – Collpapampa – La Playa(sahuayaco) – Hydroelectric – Aguas Calientes.
Day

4: Aguas Calientes – Machupicchu – Ollantaytambo – Cusco Hotel.

Day 1: Cusco – Mollepata – Sayllpata – Soraypampa.

We will leave from Cusco approximately between 4:30a.m. and 5:00a.m. A local bus will take us to the town of Mollepata (2900 meters above sea level) where we will arrive approximately at 8:15 in the morning to have breakfast. During the trip we will have panoramic views of the majestic Salkantay, other mountains covered with snow, and the Valley of Apurimac River. We will meet with our support staff, and they will load the equipment on horses and mules. Around 9:00 a.m., we will begin our walk toward Sayllapata (3200 meters above sea level). About 1:00p.m., we will have a Peruvian lunch. After lunch, we will continue hiking toward the Soraypampa villages (3850 meters above sea level). Around 5:30 in the afternoon we will arrive to our camp where the tents will be ready for you as well as your dinner.

Day 2: Soraypampa – Salkantay Pass – Huayracpunku – Chaullay.

After an early breakfast we start trekking from Soraypampa approx 7:30 a.m we continue our hiking the Peruvian highland. From this point we can appreciate the spectacular views of the Mountain Salkantay, a stunning snow capped mountain (6,264 m) the second highest peak in Cusco’s region, and also the mountains Humantay and Huayanay, white river, small lakes and moraines. At our lunch spot after a five-hour walk, Pass dowhill to lunch in Huayracpunku, and then a further 2-3 hours downhill walk to Camp at Collpapampa 2,920 m.

Day 3: Chaullay – Santa Teresa – Aguas calientes.

Around 5:00a.m., we will start our trek and we will enjoy the beautiful sunrise. We will walk for about 5 hours toward Playa Sahuayaco and during this period; we will observe a town called Collpabamba,
also called the “Forest Cloudy Brow” where waterfalls, fruit-bearing trees, varied flora, and birds can be observed. salcantay pass river crossingIf we are lucky, we will be able to observe the famous bird
called the “Cock of the Rocks’. Once at Playa Sahuayaco, we will take a local bus to drive us to the hydroelectric train station. At around 1:30p.m., we will have our lunch at the hydroelectric. At
3:20p.m., here we have 2 options if you want you can go walking until Aguas Calientes or if you want you can take a train from the hydroelectric to the town of Aguas Calientes (2000 meters above sea
level). Here, you have the option of going to the thermal hot springs. We will have dinner at 7:00p.m.
and accommodation at the hotel..

Day 4:MACHU PICCHU – CUSCO.

Today, you will be able to choose between waking up at 4:30a.m. and walking up to Machu Picchu or taking a bus to Machu Picchu at 5:25a.m. In Machu Picchu, you will have a guided tour for about two
hours and after that you will be free to explore the Citadel and take pictures, or if you desire, ascent toward the Huaynapicchu Mountain. At 18:45p.m. you will be taking a train to Ollantaytambo and
from there; a bus will drive you to your hotel in Cusco.

WHAT IS INCLUDED:

• briefing By willka travel guide
• pick up from your hotel and bus to challacancha.
• Personal tents: 2 people in each 4-people-capacity tent, to allow for higher comfort and a safe keeping of backpacks.
• English speaking professional and official tourist guide (2 guides for groups of over 13 people)
• Chef and cooking equipment.
• Accommodation in Aguas Calientes or Machupicchu can be Upgrade
• 1 Bag or daffor bag where you can out maximum of 6kg per person (including sleeping pad and sleeping bag) – days 1 to 3(we are going to carry in our horses)
• Meals (03B, 03L, 03D + daily morning snack + daily tea service except last day). Vegetarian or special menus are available.
• One textile snack bag per person, to avoid the usage of plastic bags that contaminate our environment
• First-aid kit including emergency oxygen bottle
• Machupicchu entrance fee
• Train ticket from Aguas Calientes to Cusco(Expedition Service).
• Transfer train station-hotel in Cusco
• T-shirt Machupicchu 2016

WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED:

• Sleeping bag rent: US$ 5 per day. Our sleeping bags are –20ºC-comfort (0ºF) and mummy form and include a sleeping liner.
• Lunch on the last day after the guided tour at Machu Picchu
• Entrance to the Hot Springs in Cocalmayo and Aguas Calientes
• Optional night in Aguas Calientes can be arranged easily.
• Alcoholic drinks
• Entrance to Huayna Picchu 20 Dolares

CANCELLATIONS POLICY.

Cancellations regarding the company determines the amount to be deducted by the various expenses incurred in case of cancellation will be deducted as follows:

Cancellations and requests for refunds must be submitted by email and include all relevant information and will be answered within before 48 hours.

VERY IMPORTANT:

If a cancellation is received until and including 45 days before the date of arrival in Peru, the total payment will be refunded in full, minus the full administrative costs. (25% of the contract price)

1. Cancellations 30 – 20 days before departure  you have pay the 50% of the total expenses
2. Cancellations 20 – 10 days before the departure you have pay the 60% of the total expenses
3. In case of No – Show or cancellations 6-1 days before  days before the start of your trip  there will be no refund.  you will be required to pay 100% of the total cost.

CHANGES

Itineraries may suffer, for technical reasons of force majeure beyond the control of the operator change without notice.

RESPONSIBILITY

Mapi Travel Agency E.I.R.L. It is a direct operator of  differents  excursions detailed on our website but acts as an intermediary between the user and the different companies whose services are used in the lodgings, airlines, restaurants, transport or other, having no responsibility for the shortcomings, delays, theft, accident or other damages that passengers have third-party services. Our company may change the order of the tour of tours, whenever deemed strictly necessary for security or better success of the service, without removing any services unless the weather or passenger safety (strikes, fires) conditions do not permit. Mapi Travel Agency E.i.r.l will not be responsible for any additional expenses incurred by the passenger as a result of the above causes.

We ask you to report before hiring our services, about any limitation of this nature, in order to recommend the special services.

All our transportation have travel insurance.

PRICE IN A GROUP SERVICE:   520 USD

To confirm the reservation, it is necessary to make an advance payment of 50% of the total amount of your tour. This payment can be made through Wester Union (4.5% fee), VISA card (6% fee) or Paypal (8.6% fee). The rest must be paid in our office in Cusco, in american dollars or peruvian soles, in cash only.

FIRST DAY: CUSCO – SANTA TERESA – AGUAS CALIENTES

We will pick you up at 7:30 and leave Cusco at 8:00 am. The tour will begin with a nice, scenic ride to Ollantaytambo, where we will have a chance to enjoy the beautiful scenery of the area as we take a short 10 minutes break (approx). From there, we will continue down a long, winding path to “Habra de Malaga“, which stands at an altitude of 4,316 masl. From that scenic overlook we will see some of the most amazing landscapes that Peru has to offer.

After a brief stop, we will begin our descent into the thick jungle, passing through the different micro-climates that combine the paradisiacal landscapes of the majestic snow-capped peaks with the hot, tropical entrance to the rainforest. We will continue along our route until we have reached Alfamayo, where there is a nice, paved road in perfect condition that we can use. We will need to take an unpaved road though, in order to continue on in the direction of Santa Maria, which is located at an altitude of 1575 meters above sea level. We will take a moment to rest here before continuing on to the small village of Santa Teresa where a delicious lunch will be waiting for us at approximately 2 pm. There will be a variety of different foods available to suit every taste.

Thereafter, at around 3:00 pm, we will return to the route in the direction of the train station at the nearby Hydroelectric Plant. From here we walk for about 2 hours until Aguas Calientes arriving approximately at 5.30 pm, and you will be taken to the designated hostel. At 7 pm, though, it will be time to enjoy a hearty dinner along with the guide who will be taking you to the ancient citadel of Machu Picchu. At that time, he will have a chance to go over the plan for the next day and answer any questions you may have.

1st night of hostel.

SECOND DAY: (SUNRISE AT MACHU PICCHU)

You will have the option to go up to Machu Picchu by bus or by foot. Breakfast will be served from 5:00 am. The guided tour at Machu Picchu will begin at 6:00 am and will last for at least 2 hours. Afterwards, if you have your ticket, you can climb the Machu Picchu or Huayna Picchu mountain (entrance fee USD 25) from there you will have a very nice view of the citadel of Machu Picchu. In the afternoon we go back to Aguas Calientes, there we will have the opportunity to go to the hot spring (entrance fee 10 soles).

2nd night in the hostel.

THIRD DAY: AGUAS CALIENTES – CUSCO

This day after having breakfast we will have two options on how to return to the hydroelectric, by foot takes about two hours, by train takes 30 minutes. If you decide to go by train you will wait until the departure time of the train which is at 13:30.

Upon our arrival to the hydroelectric plant, we will transfer over from the train to a private van, which will take us to Santa Teresa. There, we will have an hour break for one last chance to get some food or use the restroom before we undertake the final leg of the ride. We will then go back to Cusco, returning by the same road that brought us here. We will arrive in Cusco around 9:00 pm (approx).

MACHUPICCHU BY CAR INCLUDED:

• Transport from Cusco to Hydroelectric to Cusco.
• 2 night accommodation Hostel (private bath, 24 hour hot water, Free luggage storage)
• 1 lunch (Santa Teresa Day 1), 1 dinner (Aguas Calientes Day 1), 2 breakfast (Aguas Calientes)
• Entrance fee to Machu Picchu
• Professional Guide (in Machupicchu)

MACHUPICCHU BY CAR DOESN’T INCLUDE:

• Lunch on Day 2 and day 3
• Bus Up and Down from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu.
• Train tickets from Aguas Calientes to the hydroelectric.
• Entrance to the hot spring in Aguas Calientes
• Extra  and drinks.

CANCELLATIONS POLICY.

Cancellations regarding the company determines the amount to be deducted by the various expenses incurred in case of cancellation will be deducted as followed:

Cancellations and requests for refunds must be submitted by email and include all relevant information and will be answered within 48 hours.

VERY IMPORTANT:

If a cancellation is received by 45 days before the date of arrival of your tour, the administrative costs will be charged (25% of the contract price)

1. Cancellations 30 – 20 days before the day of your tour you will receive a partial refund of 50% of the total price.
2. Cancellations 20 – 10 days before the day of your tour you will receive a partial refund of 60% of the total price
3. In case of No – Show or cancellations 6 to 1 days before the day of your tour there will be no refund. You will be required to pay 100% of the total cost.

CHANGES

Itineraries may suffer change with no advance notice, due to unforeseen circumstances beyond the company’s control.

RESPONSIBILITY

Mapi Travel Agency E.I.R.L. It is a direct operator of differents excursions all detailed on our website but that acts as an intermediary between the user and the different companies whose services are used in the lodgings, airlines, restaurants, transport or other, having no responsibility for the shortcomings, delays, theft, accident or other damages that passengers may suffer with third-party services provider. Our company may change the order of the pick up for the tours, whenever deemed strictly necessary for security or better success of the service, without removing any services unless the weather or passenger safety (strikes, fires) conditions do not permit. Mapi Travel Agency E.i.r.l will not be responsible for any additional expenses incurred by the passenger as a result of the above causes.

We ask you to advise us, before hiring our services, about any limitation of this nature, in order to recommend you the special services.

All our transportation have travel insurance.

PRICE: USD 160.00

To confirm the reservation, it is necessary to make an advance payment of 50% of the total amount of your tour. This payment can be made through Wester Union (+fee), VISALINK card (6% fee) or Paypal (8.6% fee). The remaining amount must be paid in our office in Cusco, either in American dollars or Peruvian soles – cash only.

CUSCO AND MACHUPICCHU 7D/6N

Day 1: ARRIVING TO CUSCO:

Arriving to Cusco we will be waiting you with your name at the airport and transfer you to your hotel. There we are going to give you all the information about Cusco city and your Itinerary program in Cusco.

Day 2: CUSCO CITY – INCA RUINS

We will meet you at your hotel lobby at 1PM to begin this tour.  From here you will head to Cusco’s Plaza de Armas where you will visit the famous cathedral. After touring this sacred  church you will continue on foot with your group through an ancient Inca built street from the Plaza de Armas to Qoricancha, the Temple of the Sun. In Qoricancha you will see the clash between Inca culture and Catholicism, and you will have the opportunity to see firsthand the difference in building methods. The Inca constructions here are amazing as this was the main temple of the Incas, where all their highways used to depart from. The high altar made in bronze in the catholic church is one of the the high light.

From Qoricancha your group will walk down Avenida El Sol, where you will take your bus to drive up and outside of the city. It will takes 25 minutes until you arrive to the majestic Inca site Sacsayhuaman, where your guide will lead you around. You will have extra time to explore on your own.

From Sacsayhuaman  you will take a bus for very short time to Quenqo Inca site, where you will see some altars from Inca times, then drive to Puca Pucara, a small circular Inca site. Finally you will visit Tambomachay, the temple of water with its impressive water fountains. Then we will drive back to Cusco, where the tour ends in the main square, unless you are taking a private tour which ends in your hotel.

Day 3 : PISAQ – OLLANTAYTAMBO – AGUAS CALIENTES

At 8:00 AM be ready at your hotel lobby, because our driver will come to pick you up and bring you to the the Sacred Valley. Along the way we will visit Awana Cancha, a weaving center, where you will see the difference between llamas, alpacas, vicunas and different varieties of potatoes and corn, that are special in the Sacred Valley. If you like, this is a great place to purchase real alpaca clothing and gifts.

We will drive from here to Pisaq Inca ruins. These are amazing ruins that are located on top of one of the mountains in the Sacred Valley. We will enjoy hundreds of terraces for agriculture, where the incas farmed corn, potatoes and quinoa. We will also see the religious and astronomical side of the Incas at these ruins. It is an amazing place to take photos as you will be on top of the Sacred Valley, with near endless views.

We will get back in the car to drive to Pisaq market and town. This is the most traditional market and another great place to purchase gifts, if you like. You can also experience some local delicacies – many of the local farmers bring their vegetables here to sell. This is also where we will stop for our lunch break.

We will drive through the Sacred Valley after lunch to Ollantaytambo. Ollantaytambo was an Inca checkpoint where they protected Machu Picchu and the valley against any enemies (Ollantay is the name of the leader, Tambo is a lodging place). After your tour you have extra time to wander around the site before dinner, which you have in any one of the local restaurants. In the evening you will head to the train station which is around 15 minutes by foot, your train will depart at 7.00 pm to Aguas Calientes, which will be a 2 hour journey.

Day 4: MACHU PICCHU – CUSCO.

Today is the most important day, as we will be visiting Machu Picchu. Because it’s so special, we encourage you to wake up early in the morning to enjoy breakfast at the hotel and then get to the bus station to try to catch one of the first buses, which begin at 5.30 am (they are all first come first serve). This bus will take about 25 minutes to get to Machu Picchu. As soon as you arrive to the complex, it is our job to take you to the best spot to overlook all the ruins and get a panoramic view of the landscape and the sunrise over the mountains. There will be a rendezvous to observe the sunrise (if weather allows) in order to get a spectacular view of the Lost City of the Incas. You will then have a 2 hour guided tour around Machu Picchu, with plenty of free time afterwards to explore on your own. If you have tickets to climb the amazing mountain of Huaynapicchu, your guide will direct you to where this hike begins. Please make sure this is arranged at least a month in advance of your visit, as tickets do sell out. It is 25 USD per person. Once you are done with exploring all, what Machu Picchu has to offer, you will take a bus down to Aguas Calientes for lunch. Then we will take an afternoon train back to Ollantaytambo and from there the bus to Cusco, where we will drop you off at your hotel.

Day 05: MORAY MARAS AND SALT FLAT.

On this day trip from Cusco, you will travel to Peru’s historic Urubamba Valley. Located between Cusco and Machu Picchu, Urubamba Valley is known for its lush scenery, picturesque colonial towns and a magnificent Inca fortress.

We will pick you up from your hotel around 8 AM and head to Moray. The drive is about 1 hour and 20 minutes and is honestly beautiful. You will drive through snow capped peaks of the Andes, through lush yellow fields of wheat and pass some villages. Finally you will arrive to the fascinating display of terraces in Moray. Moray has three amphitheater-like terraces, made by the Incas. These terraces, which are carved deep into the earth in a bowl shape, were thought to be used to determine the optimal conditions for growing crops.

When you are done exploring Moray you will head to the salt mines of Maras, which are about 2 miles away. The village is known as a former salt-producing center that dates back to colonial times. There are over 3000 salt pools, all carved into the mountain side, being filled daily by a little stream of water. The area is amazing and spectacularly beautiful. Once you are done with the visit, you will head back to the city in time to enjoy some lunch on your own. Overnight in Cusco.

DAY 06: SOUTH VALLEY TIPON PIKILLAQTA ANDAHUAYLILLAS 08:30AM – 14:30pm

This tour is known for combining beautiful natural landscapes, Inca architecture in Tipon, pre – Inca Wari architecture in Pikillacta and a beautiful chapel, known as the “Sistine Chapel of America”.

We pick you up from your Hotel between 09:00 hrs and 09:30 hrs to start visiting theses incredible places:

Tipon: Tipon is said to be a royal garden commissioned by Wiracocha. It is one of the most elaborate examples of agricultural terracing created by the Incas. These tall terraces, which run up the narrow valley, are irrigated by an aqueduct from Pachatusan, the mountain above the site.

In addition to the terracing there are also some other structures at Tipon, including baths, a temple complex, canals and aqueducts.

Tipon is definitely one of the lesser visited sites in the Cusco area, but it is equally as impressive as those in the Sacred Valley. The Tipon Archeological Complex is located 24km southeast of Cusco.

Pikillaqta: Pikillacta is the only pre-Inca site in the Cusco area. This adobe complex was built around 700 to 900 AD, by the Huari. In the area there is a small Inca site just a short walk from Pikillacta, known as Rumicolca, a travel checkpoint for the Incas.

Andahuaylillas: Here you find the “Sistine Chapel of Peru”, a church that is home to golden altars, paintings and many colored ceilings. The chapel is simple and unassuming on the outside, but on the inside you’ll find masterpiece after masterpiece.

On the return we will pass Saylla, where people can enjoy the delicious pork chicharrones (optional).

We returned to Cusco at about 3:30 PM.

Day 07: TRANSFER TO THE AIRPORT

We will tranfer  you at your adecuate momento to the airport of cusco.

INCLUDED / NOT INCLUDED:

INCLUDED:

• Transfer in/ out cusco.
• All  tours with professional english speaking guides
• All ground transportation for City and Sacred Valley tours
• Tourist class expedition train round trip to Aguas calientes
• 05 nights in cusco ( hotel maytaq wasin boutique / hotel the best western andes 3*** can be upgrade.
• 01 night hotel in aguas calientes Flower house hotel 3*** can be upgrade.
• Breakfast at the hotels
• Bus tickets to Machu Picchu round trip
• Entrance fee to Machu Picchu ( optional Huaynapicchu 20 USD)
• Guided tour for 2 hours in Machu Picchu
• Transportation to Cusco
• Taxes included

NOT INCLUDED:

• Meals
• Tourist tickets.
• Huaynapicchu ($20 per person)/Machu Picchu Mountain ($15 per person)

WHAT TO BRING:

• Original passport or identity card
• Small bag for accessories (allowed are maximum 6 kg in the train to and from Aguas Calientes)
• Daypack for personal items
• Comfortable clothes and appropriate footwear (hiking boots or sandals recommended)
• Extra money for souvenirs and handicrafts
• Camera and charger
• Sunscreen
• Insect repellent
• Water
• Sunglasses
• Scarf or hat in order to protect against the intense sun
• Warm jacket for the evening
• Personal medications
• Extra money in Soles

RECOMMENDATIONS:

IN CUSCO

If you wish to visit the whole sacred Valley and Around cusco, it is better to buy the 10 day tourist tickets for 130 Soles. You have in Cusco also access to other attractions and museums.

IN MACHU PICCHU

The climb to the SUN GATE is always available and free. This is a nice place with a view of Machu Picchu. If you prefer HUAYNAPICCHU with its dramatic views, this must be booked in advance and costs 20 dollars per person. The climb takes 45 minutes and is moderately difficult. The other option is the MACHU PICCHU MOUNTAIN, 1.5 hours steep climb, very demanding and $ 15 per person. This is probably the most spectacular of all views, but all three options are very nice and will allow you to make very good photos.

As the weather is very cold and damp, your clothes, even wet, will not dry at night. Therefore bring enough spare clothes.

CANCELLATIONS POLICY.

Cancellations regarding the company determines the amount to be deducted by the various expenses incurred in case of cancellation will be deducted as follows:

Cancellations and requests for refunds must be submitted by email and include all relevant information and will be answered within before 48 hours.

VERY IMPORTANT:

If a cancellation is received until and including 45 days before the date of arrival in Peru, the total payment will be refunded in full, minus the full administrative costs. (25% of the contract price)

1. Cancellations 30 – 20 days before departure  you have pay the 50% of the total expenses
2. Cancellations 20 – 10 days before the departure you have pay the 60% of the total expenses
3. In case of No – Show or cancellations 6-1 days before  days before the start of your trip  there will be no refund.  you will be required to pay 100% of the total cost.

CHANGES

Itineraries may suffer, for technical reasons of force majeure beyond the control of the operator change without notice.

RESPONSIBILITY

Mapi Travel Agency E.I.R.L. It is a direct operator of  differents  excursions detailed on our website but acts as an intermediary between the user and the different companies whose services are used in the lodgings, airlines, restaurants, transport or other, having no responsibility for the shortcomings, delays, theft, accident or other damages that passengers have third-party services. Our company may change the order of the tour of tours, whenever deemed strictly necessary for security or better success of the service, without removing any services unless the weather or passenger safety (strikes, fires) conditions do not permit. Mapi Travel Agency E.i.r.l will not be responsible for any additional expenses incurred by the passenger as a result of the above causes.

We ask you to report before hiring our services, about any limitation of this nature, in order to recommend the special services.

All our transportation have travel insurance.

PRECIO:

IF YOU WANT TO PERSONALIZE YOUR SERVICE ASK FOR IT

To confirm the reservation, it is necessary to make an advance payment of 50% of the total amount of your tour. This payment can be made through Wester Union (4.5% fee), VISA card (6% fee) or Paypal (8.6% fee). The rest must be paid in our office in Cusco, in american dollars or peruvian soles, in cash only.

PRICE REDUCTION:

Groups of more than 5 people have a discount, Students with a valid international student card and Children under 17 years old.  You must show their identity card or passport at time of booking

During this horse riding tour around Cusco you willl visit the fortress of Sacsayhuaman, where there is a breathtaking viewpoint of the Cusco city and its imponent constructions, the archaeological center of Qenqo, the Temple of the Moon (Templo de la Luna), Puca Pucara and Tambomachay the temple of water with its impressive water fountains.

Cusco – Sacsayhuaman – Tambomachay – Cusco

We will pick up up from your hotel in Cusco around 9 am or at 2 pm, according to what was previously discussed.

We will start our day going by van to the archaeological complex of Sacsayhuaman where you will have a beautiful view of the city of Cusco.

The riding guide will be waiting for us with the horses and we will start horse riding north.

We will visit the archaeological complex of Qenqo where we will learn about the mystery of its constructions, thereafter we will visit the Temple of The Moon or Templo de la Luna, the Puca Pucara fortress and Tambomachay where we can enjoy the beautiful landscapes from around the area.

In Tambomachay, our van will be awaiting to bring us back downtown..

IT IS INCLUDED

• Transportation Cusco – Sacsayhuaman
• Transportation Tambomachay – Cusco
• Horses and equipments.
• Riding guide

IT IS NOT INCLUDED

• Meals, water
• Not mentioned
• Entrance to the archaeological sites.

RECOMENDATIONS:

Bring sunblock, sun hat, photographic camera, snacks and water.

ITINERARY:

Paragliding in the Sacred Valley of the Incas.

Let yourself be carried away by the winds through the mountains and enjoying a unique landscape in the Sacred Valley of the Incas of Peru!
This activity was made for you, adventurous person that dares to paraglide over the Sacred Valley of the Incas … and live the adventure of flying.

Paragliding in the Sacred Valley

01 Day program:
Cusco – Chinchero – Cusco
We pick you up from the hotel at 8 am, to go to Chincheros, located approximately 40 minutes from Cusco, the guide will provide you all the instructions and safety for our flight of 800 meters, the weather has to be in good condition to after some practice, give a great jump, after the activity we will come back to Cusco , arriving at 2 pm. approximately.

What is included on this day?

• Paragliding instructor – English / Spanish.
• Complete equipment (Paragliding, helmet, radios, harness).
• Box lunch
• Private Transportation
• First Aid-Kit

What is not included on this day?

• Gratuities
• Extra and drinks

CANCELLATIONS POLICY.

Cancellations regarding the company determines the amount to be deducted by the various expenses incurred in case of cancellation will be deducted as followed:

Cancellations and requests for refunds must be submitted by email and include all relevant information and will be answered within 48 hours.

VERY IMPORTANT:

If a cancellation is received by 45 days before the date of arrival of your tour, the administrative costs will be charged (25% of the contract price)

1. Cancellations 30 – 20 days before the day of your tour you will receive a partial refund of 50% of the total price.
2. Cancellations 20 – 10 days before the day of your tour you will receive a partial refund of 60% of the total price
3. In case of No – Show or cancellations 6 to 1 days before the day of your tour there will be no refund. You will be required to pay 100% of the total cost.

CHANGES

Itineraries may suffer change with no advance notice, due to unforeseen circumstances beyond the company’s control.

RESPONSIBILITY

Mapi Travel Agency E.I.R.L. It is a direct operator of differents excursions all detailed on our website but that acts as an intermediary between the user and the different companies whose services are used in the lodgings, airlines, restaurants, transport or other, having no responsibility for the shortcomings, delays, theft, accident or other damages that passengers may suffer with third-party services provider. Our company may change the order of the pick up for the tours, whenever deemed strictly necessary for security or better success of the service, without removing any services unless the weather or passenger safety (strikes, fires) conditions do not permit. Mapi Travel Agency E.i.r.l will not be responsible for any additional expenses incurred by the passenger as a result of the above causes.

We ask you to advise us, before hiring our services, about any limitation of this nature, in order to recommend you the special services.

All our transportations have travel insurance.

USD 135 per person

To confirm the reservation, it is necessary to make an advance payment of 50% of the total amount of your tour. This payment can be made through Wester Union (+fee), VISALINK card (6% fee) or Paypal (8.6% fee). The remaining amount must be paid in our office in Cusco, either in American dollars or Peruvian soles – cash only.

ESPECIAL SERVICE.-

We offer to you this exciting adventure with a quad bike/ ATV. We pick you up in your hotel in Cusco  and bring you to our destinations of Moray and Maras’s Salines, we offer this exciting trip, designed for adventure lovers like you, in the Andean mountains of Cusco, we provide daily departures ATV Quad Bike to Moray and Maras’s Salines. During the Maras Adventure you will drive by the Andean villages and the pictures city of Maras. This colonial city preserves mansions and pretty churches surrounded by typical and rustic houses where the local’s live dedicated to the agriculture. One of the main attraction of Moray are gigantic holes in the dirt used for farming by the Incas. The salt mines or salines of Maras is another nice place to visit, where the local people continue working with the salt just like their ancestors.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This tour on ATV is designed for families group, friends etc, whose look for adventure visiting the most typical and traditional places in Cusco city such as Chinchero, the archeological site of Moray, Maras village and Salt mines of Maras. This tour can be combined with the longest zipline of the world (eye of the jaguar)

IT IS INCLUDED:

• Tourist transportation from Cusco to the start point of the tour.
• ATV  with gasoline
• Tour guide (English and Spanish speaker)
• Equipment: Helmet and gloves

IT IS NOT INCLUDED

• Entrances to Moray – 70 soles or tourist ticket.
• Salt Mines – 10 soles
• Tips
• Food and not mentioned
• Pick up from private apartments and hotels out of the historic center of Cusco

CANCELLATIONS POLICY.

Cancellations regarding the company determines the amount to be deducted by the various expenses incurred in case of cancellation will be deducted as followed:

Cancellations and requests for refunds must be submitted by email and include all relevant information and will be answered within 48 hours.

VERY IMPORTANT:

If a cancellation is received by 45 days before the date of arrival of your tour, the administrative costs will be charged (25% of the contract price)

1. Cancellations 30 – 20 days before the day of your tour you will receive a partial refund of 50% of the total price.
2. Cancellations 20 – 10 days before the day of your tour you will receive a partial refund of 60% of the total price
3. In case of No – Show or cancellations 6 to 1 days before the day of your tour there will be no refund. You will be required to pay 100% of the total cost.

CHANGES

Itineraries may suffer change with no advance notice, due to unforeseen circumstances beyond the company’s control.

RESPONSIBILITY

Mapi Travel Agency E.I.R.L. It is a direct operator of differents excursions all detailed on our website but that acts as an intermediary between the user and the different companies whose services are used in the lodgings, airlines, restaurants, transport or other, having no responsibility for the shortcomings, delays, theft, accident or other damages that passengers may suffer with third-party services provider. Our company may change the order of the pick up for the tours, whenever deemed strictly necessary for security or better success of the service, without removing any services unless the weather or passenger safety (strikes, fires) conditions do not permit. Mapi Travel Agency E.i.r.l will not be responsible for any additional expenses incurred by the passenger as a result of the above causes.

We ask you to advise us, before hiring our services, about any limitation of this nature, in order to recommend you the special services.

All our transportation have travel insurance.

PRICE: USD 70 PER PERSON

To confirm the reservation, it is necessary to make an advance payment of 50% of the total amount of your tour. This payment can be made through Wester Union (+fee), VISALINK card (6% fee) or Paypal (8.6% fee). The remaining amount must be paid in our office in Cusco, either in American dollars or Peruvian soles – cash only.

Half Day Mountain bike tour with visits to archaeological sites.

At 9 am we pick you up from the hotel and travel by a private transportations passing Qorao from where we will cycle back to Tambomachay which is the first archeological site around the mountains of Cusco then we will continue cycling to Puca Pucara, Temple of the Moon, Qenqo and finally we will explore the beautiful fortress of Sacsayhuaman, along the way down we will pass crazing lands and small country villages with local farmers being very curious seeing the biker lovers. In the afternoon, we will finish our bike tour in the Main Square/Plaza de Armas of Cuzco.
 Cuzco is a city in southeastern Peru, near the Urubamba Valley (Sacred Valley of the Andes mountain range). Cuzco was the capital of the Inca empire. Many believe that the city was planned to be shaped like a Puma. The city had two sectors: the urin and hanan, which were further divided to each encompass two of the four provinces, Chinchaysuyo (NW), Antisuyo (NE), Contisuyo (SW), and Collasuyo (SE). A road led from each of these quarters to the corresponding quarter of the empire. Each local leader was required to build a house in the city and live part of the year in Cuzco, but only in the quarter of Cuzco that corresponded to the quarter of the empire he had territory in. According to Inca legend, the city was built by Sapac Inca Pachacuti, the man who transformed the Kingdom of Cuzco from a sleepy city-state into the vast empire of Tahantinsuyu. But archaeological evidence points to a slower, more organic growth of the city beginning before Pachacuti. There was however a city plan and two rivers were channeled around the city. 
Rain season: December to March. Some days are with blue sky permitting to cycle this zone… After the wet season (April to June) the mountains are completely covered with snow and the slopes are covered with new vegetation being nicer for pictures.

Advice for Bikers: Regular physical conditions and summer clothes, bikers require minimum of acclimatization over 3000 meters above sea level. On the day before, the bikers will have a meeting with the mountain bike guide at our office or in the hotel, the guide will explain some more about this bike day trip and also, you can check the quality of the bikes and gear that will be used on this trip.

Duration: Half Day bike tour

WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING/CARRY

• Small backpack & Tennis shoes
• Rain jacket or poncho (December – April)
• One complete change of clothing
• Bottle of water & Sunglasses
• Flashlight and batteries
• Hat or cap to protect you from the sun
• Sun block (sun protection cream)
• Insect repellent & Extra money (soles)
• Selection of small snacks, chocolate, dried fruit, biscuits etc,
• Camera, plenty of film and spare batteries

CANCELLATIONS POLICY.

Cancellations regarding the company determines the amount to be deducted by the various expenses incurred in case of cancellation will be deducted as followed:

Cancellations and requests for refunds must be submitted by email and include all relevant information and will be answered within 48 hours.

VERY IMPORTANT:

If a cancellation is received by 45 days before the date of arrival of your tour, the administrative costs will be charged (25% of the contract price)

1. Cancellations 30 – 20 days before the day of your tour you will receive a partial refund of 50% of the total price.
2. Cancellations 20 – 10 days before the day of your tour you will receive a partial refund of 60% of the total price
3. In case of No – Show or cancellations 6 to 1 days before the day of your tour there will be no refund. You will be required to pay 100% of the total cost.

CHANGES

Itineraries may suffer change with no advance notice, due to unforeseen circumstances beyond the company’s control.

RESPONSIBILITY

Mapi Travel Agency E.I.R.L. It is a direct operator of differents excursions all detailed on our website but that acts as an intermediary between the user and the different companies whose services are used in the lodgings, airlines, restaurants, transport or other, having no responsibility for the shortcomings, delays, theft, accident or other damages that passengers may suffer with third-party services provider. Our company may change the order of the pick up for the tours, whenever deemed strictly necessary for security or better success of the service, without removing any services unless the weather or passenger safety (strikes, fires) conditions do not permit. Mapi Travel Agency E.i.r.l will not be responsible for any additional expenses incurred by the passenger as a result of the above causes.

We ask you to advise us, before hiring our services, about any limitation of this nature, in order to recommend you the special services.

All our transportation have travel insurance.

PRICE: ( PRIVATE SERVICE 3 PEOPLE REQUIRED)

85 USD Per Person group service.

To confirm the reservation, it is necessary to make an advance payment of 50% of the total amount of your tour. This payment can be made through Wester Union (+fee), VISALINK card (6% fee) or Paypal (8.6% fee). The remaining amount must be paid in our office in Cusco, either in American dollars or Peruvian soles – cash only.