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The Ausangate region, where the famous rainbow mountain and its twin sister the rainbow mountain of Palcoyo are located, is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful places in Peru and that is not yet well known by hikers. The Ausangate Trek and the Rainbow Mountain hike, allows you to enjoy dreamy landscapes, you can observe beautiful lagoons of different colors, imposing snow-capped mountains and huge herds of Llamas, Alpacas and Vicuñas. If you are not a lover of the conventional and want to see and be in direct contact with landscapes very different from the Salkantay Trek or the Classic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, then this incredible adventure along the Ausangate region is for you. On the 1st day you see the beautiful snow-capped Mariposa, small colored mountains, wild vicuñas and the beautiful Pucacocha lake. During the 2nd day, the snowy Huayna-Ausangate is explored with its 2 beautiful light blue lagoons, the reddish mountain of Chilca is reached and the beautiful rainbow mountain is seen in the distance. Finally, on the 3rd day, you reach the rainbow mountain for sunrise and avoid the 3000 thousand people who arrive daily at this beautiful place.

The Inca Trail to Machu Picchu is the most famous trail ever made by the Inca civilization. A spectacular hike that will make you contemplate the best of Inca engineering and architecture, beautiful Andean landscapes of the mountains and the cloud forest, in addition to the enormous effort made by the Inca trail porters. This Inca trail is one of the 5 most famous in the world according to the National Geographic Traveler magazine. The Inca Trail reaches the lost city of the Incas through the Sun Gate, which gives you a unique chance to enjoy this world wonder from different perspectives. The first day, you enter the Inca Trail through kilometer 82, you can see the Veronica snow-capped mountain, you cross through remote communities and the beautiful Inca sites of Kanabamba and Llactapata. During the second day, you enter the most remote area of ​​the Inca trail and reach the highest area, the landscapes of dwarf forests and steep Andean mountains are amazing. On the 3rd day, the most impressive archaeological sites of the Inca Trail are visited, entering the cloud forest of Machu Picchu from the Andean mountains and observing the giants the snow-capped mountains of Salkantay (the second highest in Cusco) and Pumasillo. Finally, on the fourth day, you hike to the Sun Gate, from where you can see Machu Picchu one of the 7 wonders of the world, from a distance of 2 kilometers like a crow flies, you visit the viewpoints of Machu Picchu from where you will take the famous postcard photos and you will also have a 3-hour guided tour of the Inca citadel from corner to corner. The 4-day tour on the Inca trail is one of the most famous and beautiful treks on the planet.

Hike the most Peru's famous trail, the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. Witnessing mind-blowing views of the cloud forest and living unique experience as you embark on this once in a memorable 2-day trek. Make your first vistas and pics of the lost city of the Incas from the Sun Gate. This is a unique opportunity to hike to Machu Picchu in only 2 days and see it twice, for sunset and sunrise. This short Inca trail tour offers a shortened version of the classic 4-day trek. It is perfect for tourist who wish to arrive to Machu Picchu by foot, in the same way the Incas originally did, but without the strain and time commitment of the 4-day Inca trail trek. This short Inca trail 2 day begins close to the end of the classic Inca trail and follows the final leg of the famous path, arriving majesty to Machu Picchu via the Sun Gate. The first day you will board the train to km 104, from where you start the trek along this 2-day Inca trail. You will visit the imposing sanctuary of Chachabamba and explore the citadel of Wiñaywayna, considered the most beautiful on the Inca Trail. In the afternoon you will arrive at the Sun Gate and you will have the first views of Machu Picchu. Then you will descend to the viewpoints of Machu Picchu from where you will take the famous postcard photos with the Huayna Picchu mountain as a backdrop and contemplate the lost city of the Incas in a beautiful sunset. Finally, go down by bus to Aguas Calientes, where you will spend the night. The second day you will return by bus to Machu Picchu and explore it thoroughly with your tour guide. After taking memorable photos of you and your loved ones and learning interesting facts about the Inca citadel, you will return to Aguas Calientes, where you will have lunch and then board the train back to Cusco, arriving at 7pm.

The 5-day Inca Trail trek follows the same path as the classic 4-day Inca Trail. The advantage of this 5-day trek is that if you doubt your physical capacity or if you come with children, this is the best alternative to reach Machu Picchu successfully. This walk was made so that you can do it at a much slower pace and that allows you to hike quietly, relaxed and contemplate the beautiful landscapes and Inca ruins of the Inca trail for a longer time. This 5-day Inca trail to Machu Picchu with hotel is one of the most spectacular ancient trails in the world. The first day, after showing your passports at km 82, you will begin your adventure on the Inca trail. In this first section you do not ascend much and you can mostly see the local populations of the Inca Trail, corn and potato fields and the Inca ruins of Kanabamba and Llactapata. During the second day you will climb to the dead woman's pass, the highest point of the Inca trail and hike on a 600-year-old paved Inca road. On the 3rd day, you will trek from the last Andean foothills to the cloud forest of the Inca Trail. This section is considered one of the most beautiful of this Inca joruney, due to the great variety of multicolored orchids and mosses that can be observed. Tonight you will sleep in the best camp on the Inca trail to observe the stars of the southern hemisphere. On the 4th day, you will visit the impressive archaeological sites of Phuyupatamarca, Intipata and Wiñaywayna. You will have amazing views of the cloud forest and you will arrive at Machu Picchu through the Sun Gate. Nothing better than contemplating the sacred city of the Incas at sunset. Finally, on the 5th day, you will explore Machu Picchu corner by corner and in the afternoon you will return to Cusco, where you will arrive around 7 at night.[..]

The legendary Inca Trail to the Lost City of the Incas in Peru is one of the world’s best known and most beautiful hiking adventures. It is a once in a life time experience with stunning views for both experienced and non-experienced hikers. After three days of hiking - from the snowcapped Andean mountains to the lush Amazon cloud forest – you will catch amazing views of Machu Picchu in a perfect sunset and avoiding the crowds. Hike this stunning 26 miles Inca stone trail and relive the history, anthropology, archeology and customs of the most powerful civilization in the American continent in the 16th century. The first day you will visit the Inca ruins of Kanabamba and Llactapata and observe interesting medicinal bushes and flowers use by Andean people in traditional medicine. During the second day you will arrive to the highest point of the Inca trail and you will camp right in half way to Machu Picchu. The third day you will visit the most amazing Inca ruins of the classic Inca trail and you will reach Machu Picchu for a perfect sunset. At night you will spend the night in a comfortable hotel in the closest town to Machu Picchu. The last day you will explore the lost city of Machu Picchu from corner to corner and you will come back by train to Cusco.

If you are one of those adventurous people, who love nature and also love to explore the best hiking trails in the world, then the Salkantay Trek to the world wonder of Machu Picchu is perfectly designed for you. Our exclusive 5-day Classic Salkantay Trek by Llactapata is the best-known trekking alternative to the Classic Inca Trail. National Geographic magazine considers it one of the 25 best hiking trails in the world. We have designed a premium Salkantay itinerary that allows you to be the first to reach the Humantay lagoon and the first to reach the Salkantay mountain and contemplate a beautiful sunrise, without the presence of the other 500 people who are daily in Humantay and Salkantay. This itinerary allows you to enjoy a sunset and sunrise in Llactapata, since we sleep in the most beautiful remote viewpoint of Machu Picchu. Most of the agencies offer Llactapata as a waypoint and not as a camping place and the best thing about Llactapata is to spend the night there and contemplate the stars of Machu Picchu at night. On day 1, you will hike to Humantay, an electric turquoise color lake adorned by an imposing white snow backdrop. On day 2, a challenging trek will be undertaken towards the Salkantay mountain pass, which is the highest point of the Salkantay Trek. On the third day, you will have an unforgettable organic coffee experience and camp in front of Machu Picchu; The Llactapata viewpoint is considered the best place to appreciate the sunset in front of one of the 7 wonders of the world. On day 4, you will enter the beginning of the Amazon jungle, hike around thick vegetation, conducive to bird watching and arrive at Machu Picchu town, also called Aguas Calientes, where you will spend the night in a 3-star hotel. Finally, on the fifth day, the lost city of the Incas, Machu Picchu, will be visited; After a guided tour of 3 hours, you will have the freedom to visit the Huayna Picchu Mountain or Machu Picchu Mountain, from where you will be able to obtain incredible 360 ​​degree views of the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu. Do not miss the opportunity to hike the best 5-day itinerary in the Classic Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu.

The Palcay Trek & Salkantay Trek via Llactapata is an awesome off the beaten track to the sacred city of the Inca. Contrary to the classic Inca trail that is operated by many travel agencies, we are the pioneers and the only ones to lead tours to this 5-day trek to Machu Picchu. The Palcay trek winds through some of the most spectacular scenery the area has to offer; passing snow-capped mountains, sacred mountains, cascades, lagoons, and through remote hamlets. We hike through the cloud forest, reaching Llactapata, a stunning Machu Picchu overlook.

The Lares Trek and Short Inca Trail is an excellent alternative 5-day trek to Machu Picchu. If you are a hiker who would like to run away from the crowds and hike in an area that almost changed nothing in the last 500 years, then this adventure is for you. This trek goes through to authentic andean communities that keeps their traditions and lifestyle since times of the Inca empire. See thatched-roof houses made from stone and surrounded by hundreds of llama and alpaca herds. Observe locals weaving alpaca garments with rustic techniques. Be in contact with andean people, while you hike through blue greenish lagoons, snow-capped mountains and amazing wildlife. Combine this fantastic folkloric and scenic hike in the Lares region with the amazing landscapes and Inca ruins on the short Inca trail to Machu Picchu. On the 1st day you will trek through the beautiful Cuncani region and arrive at the picturesque little town of Kiswarani. On the 2nd day you will enjoy the beautiful views of the 7 waterfalls of Kiswarani, the beautiful Colalay lagoon, you will reach the highest point of the lares trek, from where you will observe many lakes of blue and greenish colors and with a little luck some specimens of the Andean condor. During the 3rd day visit a local family in the small town of Cancha Cancha and then descend to the beautiful sacred valley of the Incas. In the afternoon visit the panoramic Inca barns of Pinkuylluna and sleep in the last living Inca town of Ollantaytambo. On the 4th day hike through the amazing landscapes of the cloud forest of the short Inca trail and explore the Inca ruins of Wiñaywayna and Chachabamba. By sunset arrive at the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu and get your first postcard photos. On the fifth day, you will return to Machu Picchu and explore the Inca citadel from corner to corner and will also have a 3-hour guided tour. In the afternoon you will return by train to Cusco where they will arrive around 7 pm.

The Inca Quarry Trek and Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu is trail that is off the beaten track, it was listed by National Geographic as 1 of the best 6 alternative Machu Picchu hikes. This path takes you through a majestic waterfall, unique Inca sites, glacier peaks, and pretty views of the Sacred Valley of the Incas.  On the other hand, on day fourth, we hike the famous Short Inca Trail through the sungate. This trail is paved completely with stones since 600 years ago. IncaGo Expeditions offers this stunning combined 5-day Machu Picchu hike; within one of the most isolated and spectacular spots in the Andes and a mysterious ancient Inca Trail.  On the first day, you will visit the majestic waterfall of Perolniyoc and explore the ruins of Racaypata. The second day is full of beautiful views of the Sacred Valley of the Incas and Ollantaytambo. Also this day you will reach the highest point of the Quarry trek and at sunset you can see the Veronica through the Sun Gate. During the 3rd day, you will go very early to the Puerta del Sol, from where you will observe a beautiful sunrise over the snowy Veronica. In the afternoon you will hike to the Inca deposits of Pinkuylluna and sleep in a hotel in Ollantaytambo. On the fourth day you will see the beautiful landscapes of the cloud forest on the short Inca trail, you will explore the Inca ruins of Chachabamba and Wiñaywayna and see Machu Picchu at sunset through the Sun Gate. Finally, on the 5th day you will explore the world wonder of Machu Picchu from corner to corner and then you will return by train to Cusco.

The Lares Trek and Short Inca Trail is an excellent alternative 5-day trek to Machu Picchu. If you are a hiker who would like to run away from the crowds and hike in an area that almost changed nothing in the last 500 years, then this adventure is for you. This trek goes through to authentic andean communities that keeps their traditions and lifestyle since times of the Inca empire. See thatched-roof houses made from stone and surrounded by hundreds of llama and alpaca herds. Observe locals weaving alpaca garments with rustic techniques. Be in contact with andean people, while you hike through blue greenish lagoons, snow-capped mountains and amazing wildlife. Combine this fantastic folkloric and scenic hike in the Lares region with the amazing landscapes and Inca ruins on the short Inca trail to Machu Picchu. On the 1st day you will trek through the beautiful Cuncani region and arrive at the picturesque little town of Kiswarani. On the 2nd day you will enjoy the beautiful views of the 7 waterfalls of Kiswarani, the beautiful Colalay lagoon, you will reach the highest point of the lares trek, from where you will observe many lakes of blue and greenish colors and with a little luck some specimens of the Andean condor. During the 3rd day visit a local family in the small town of Cancha Cancha and then descend to the beautiful sacred valley of the Incas. In the afternoon visit the panoramic Inca barns of Pinkuylluna and sleep in the last living Inca town of Ollantaytambo. On the 4th day hike through the amazing landscapes of the cloud forest of the short Inca trail and explore the Inca ruins of Wiñaywayna and Chachabamba. By sunset arrive at the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu and get your first postcard photos. On the fifth day, you will return to Machu Picchu and explore the Inca citadel from corner to corner and will also have a 3-hour guided tour. In the afternoon you will return by train to Cusco where they will arrive around 7 pm.

The Inca Quarry Trek is also known as Cachicata trek or Chaski trek. It is a 4-day trek through enchanting landscapes that are not seen elsewhere in the Peruvian Andes and that allow you to know and experience the best of the material and immaterial heritage of the ancient and modern Andean society. It is one of the most stunning off the beaten track trails to Machu Picchu. If you want to be away from the crowds and explore the beautiful landscapes of the Sacred Valley of the Incas and the Urubamba mountain range, in addition to exploring majestic Inca ruins, then the quarry trek is the perfect option for you and your loved ones. This beautiful alternative Inca trail was recently included among the top 6 best alternative routes to Machu Picchu. The 1st day you will visit the marvelous Perolniyoc waterfall and explore the Racaypata Inca ruin perched in the top of a mountain. During the 2nd day you will conquered the highest point of the Quarry trek, you will observe majestic snowy peaks of the Urubamba mountain range and you will sleep 1000-meter over the town of Ollantaytambo. The 3er day you will contemplate a perfect sunrise over the Veronica snow-capped mountain, you will get some incredible views of the sacred valley of the Incas and you go by train to Aguas Calientes, the closest town to Machu Picchu. Finally, on the last day you will visit Machu Picchu for the sunrise and you will explore the lost city of the Incas from corner to corner with your tour guide.

The 4-day Inca Jungle Trek to Machu Picchu is the most fun and beautiful alternative trail to the classic Inca Trail. This tour combines fun, relaxation, hiking, history, culture and gastronomy. On the 1st day in the morning, you will descend by bicycle for 4 hours from 13,779 feet to 5,905 feet; in the afternoon there is 2 hours of rafting in a level 3 and 4 river. On the 2nd day, a 10-mile hike is made through a path surrounded by plantations of avocados, mangoes, coffee, tea, endemic fruits and a lots of tropical and medicinal plants; In the afternoon, visit the thermal baths of Cocalmayo, considered the most beautiful in Cusco, due to its crystal clear waters. During the 3rd day, the zipline is carried out for 2 hours with Vertical company, considered one of the safest and longest in South America. In the afternoon, a 3-hour walk to Aguas Calientes is made and during the course the beautiful Mandor waterfalls are visited. Finally, on the fourth day, you have a guided tour of the imposing Machu Picchu and in the afternoon you return by train to Cusco. The variety of activities that take place on this 4-day tour make the Inca Jungle Trail the best adventure tour to Machu Picchu.

The 3-day short Inca Jungle trek, is suitable for those people who do not have the time to do the Inca Jungle Trail of 4 days. This fun tour to Machu Picchu also shows you the best of Peruvian culture, history and cuisine. This 3-day tour to Machu Picchu allows you to observe the beautiful Andean landscapes and the cloud forest of Machu Picchu while you are on a bicycle, in a rafting boat on the river or hanging on a 1000 meter long metal rope. On the 1st day in the morning, you will go down by bicycle for 4 hours from the Abra de Malaga to the cloud forest. In the afternoon, river rafting is done for 2 hours in a river of level 3 and 4. At night, you can enjoy some relaxing thermal baths of crystal clear water. During the 2nd day, zip line for 2 hours and then visit the Mandor gardens and waterfalls. On the third day, you have a 3-hour guided tour in Machu Picchu and then you return by train to Cusco where you arrive around 6:30 pm. The Inca Jungle Trail is ideal trip for you, your loved ones and your family to enjoy a memorable trip to Machu Picchu. Do not wait any longer and book with us, we are ready to work with a lot of passion and excellence to make this trip a lifetime experience.

The Lares Trek is an excellent alternative to the Classic Inca Trail; for hikers who would like to run away from the crowds and hike in an area that almost changed nothing in the last 500 years.

Huchuy Qosqo trek it one of the shortest, a bit easier tan other treks and beautifull, a perfect alternative trek to Machu Picchu for those with limited time. Our itinerary allows you to enjoy this less crowded and les known hiking Trail to Machupicchu.