Chachapoyas to Inca Trail Tour

Lima, The City of Kings, the noble title that until now it holds, Lima grows as a metropolis in a fast and modern way. Being the only capital city of America located by the sea, Lima is populous (more than 8 million inhabitants) and is full of places of interest and restaurants of international fame. It is the gastronomic capital of America and only for that reason, one of the many that has, becomes a pleasant tourist focus. Its beaches, likewise, offer us the beauty of its women and its waves. Their neighborhoods, on the other hand, will show us the deep heart of a city that demonstrates the booming destiny of Peru.

The National Sican Museum is, by its size, the most important that is established in Peru in the last four decades. The patient archaeological field research at first, and then both the monumental design of the site and the order and arrangement of cultural material, are a chain of work that has taken many years, which has been decisive cultural cooperation between Peru and Japan. sican museumThe Sican National Museum is the result of three decades of uninterrupted research that the Sicán Archaeological Project, led by Dr. Izumi Shimada, carried out in what was the Batan Grande Reserved Zone, known in the Mochica language as "Sicán or Moon House".

Explore Moche tour , with diverse cultures and incredible archaeological sites on the north coast of Peru. With one night in Chiclayo and one in Trujillo, this itinerary includes a visit to Tucume, the archaeological site of the famous Sipán Lord, and the Museum of the Royal Tombs. Near Trujillo we will visit Chan Chan, the huge 500 acre complex and adobe palaces built by the pre-Inca Chimú culture, as well as the majestic Moche Temples of the Sun and the Moon.

Chachapoyas is a beautiful city that is located in the department of Amazonas. Its climate is usually temperate and moderate rain, so you should always be prepared so that it does not ruin your fun. Chachapoyas is a very privileged place, and that is in its areas is Kuélap, archaeological site that you must include in your route . However, to begin with, you should take a walk around its Main Square, which you should visit and be able to enjoy its pool that is made of bronze of colonial origin. You also visit Well of Yanayacu, where Santo Toribio de Mogrovejo is said to have sprung water from a rock and made people turn into jerky when drinking from it. You should also visit The House Monsante, which has been declared a "Historical Monument", since it maintains the characteristics of a traditional house in the area. Another beautiful place to visit is the Yumbilla Waterfall.

The Kuélap Fortress is located in the annex of the same name, El Tingo district, Luya province, department of Amazonas. Standing at 3000 m.a.s.l., in an area where the Andes Mountain Range ends and starts the jungle. Corresponds to the Quechua ecological zone and belongs to "The Northeast Region of the Marañon". Its approximate location is 35Km to the south direction of Chachapoyas. Kuélap is the main attraction in the Chachapoyas region. The fortress of Kuélap is also called the "Machu Picchu del Norte". It has a size of almost 65,000 square meters; even bigger than the Inca Citadel of Machu Picchu.

Cajamarca is a land where history joins nature to create an unforgettable experience. Find in this region a magnificent colonial architecture, colorful villages and a gastronomy worthy of admiration. Relax in the Thermal Inca Baths, admire the Archaeological Complex of Cumbemayo and have fun in its carnivals full of life and color. You will definitely have a good time here! It was in this Andean city of the North where the Spaniards began the Conquest of the Inca Empire in 1532, when they captured and requested ransom for the Inca Atahualpa. In exchange for keeping his life, Atahualpa offered his captors a room full of gold as high as his hand could reach. In total six tons of this precious metal were delivered, but despite this, the Spaniards did not keep their word and murdered their hostage. Today, the serenity of Cajamarca has forgotten that violent history. The rescue room of Atahualpa remains the last vestige of Inca architecture, in addition to the Andean Baroque Cathedral and the churches of San Francisco, Belén and Recoleta located on the front of the Main Square.

This City Tour is the best way to explore the cultural highlights of the historic center of Cajamarca. An important characteristic of Cajamarca is the "Rescue Room" or "rescue room", a historically important site where the Inca  Atahualpa was held captive by the Spaniards. We will also learn about the old Bethlehem complex, a church and old hospital in the city along with museums. Other sites that will be visited are the Main Square of Cajamarca, the Cathedral and the Church of San Francisco. The last stop will be the beautiful viewpoint called Santa Apolonia, here we will visit the famous "Throne of the Inca" and enjoy the panoramic view of the Cajamarca Valley. Also we will visit the Thermal Baths of the Inca.

It is located 20 km southwest of Cajamarca and at an altitude of 3500 meters above sea level. It is an archaeological zone surrounded by a picturesque landscape that hosts many geological formations in the form of a forest of stones or cliffs, the most known forms being those that resemble silhouettes of friars in silent procession, which is why these rock formations have acquired the appellation of "fraylones". The tourist complex includes: 

• The Aqueduct: Considered one of the most remarkable works of hydraulic engineering in pre-Columbian America because it is made of living rock and which, in the past, served to transfer the waters that had as a natural destination the Pacific Basin towards the Atlantic Basin, avoiding with unparalleled mastery the continental watershed
• The Sanctuary: It is a farallón that has the appearance of a human head in which a grotto of 2.50 meters in diameter was carved, in the form of an open mouth, with rudimentary steps of access to the interior that resembles an oral cavity and in the that you can see niches, petroglyphs, and other details never seen before. Near the sanctuary there is a geological fault that crossing it represents an experience that is never forgotten, even when it must be done with due care.  
• Cave: It contains important petroglyphs not well defined, although some can be identified with anthropomorphic gormas and unclear felines. 
• The Cumbemayo Site Museum: exhibits an archaeological sample formed by ceramic, lithic, metal and pre-Hispanic bony objects found in the territory. It also has an ethnographic area in which post-Columbian clothes and utensils are exhibited, being both an archaeological and an ethnological museum. The visit to the Museum is automatically included in all the circuits referring to Cumbemayo.

This day, we will take the Domestic flight to the City of kings, Lima.

Also known as Qosqo, archaeological capital of America, was the main city of the Inca Empire, considered by them as "Navel of the world." It was the vital center of the millennial Tahuantinsuyo (Empire of the Incas) and is currently the most visited city in Peru for offering great architectural and spiritual richness. Cusco is fascinating because it is a destination where you will find history, nature, adventure, art, gastronomy and customs that are kept alive.

Named for being the main food supplier of the Inca empire, the Sacred Valley sits on the banks of the Urubamba River. This river in its beginnings has the name of Vilcanota, that comes from the Quechua word Wilcamayu or Sacred River. The Incas built archaeological centers, along their banks, that replicated the constellations that they knew of the Andean sky so this contributes, even more, to the beauty of this enchanting valley.We will visit:

• The ruins of Pisac : are a must on your way through the Sacred Valley, ignorance of these ruins makes many of the people who visit the town of Pisac, overlook this spectacular excursion; However, this "inadvertence" gives you the opportunity to explore something unique, which not many people know. If you visit Pisac, be sure to include the ruins of Pisac in your itinerary, it may be the beginning or the highlight on your trip through Cusco and Machu Picchu. The ruins are located above the town of Pisac one hour from Cusco, and it is one of the best archaeological sites in Peru. The name Pisac, derives from the Quechua word "Pisaca" which means partridge; some historians suggest that the agricultural terraces on the slopes of the mountain represent the wings of a partridge. In this place is also the largest known Inca cemetery.
• The market of Pisac: 40 minutes from Cusco at the eastern end of the Sacred Valley is the small town of Pisac. Visited in most cases by its numerous Inca ruins, but also by its market Why is it so popular and what can be found there? It is known that in the time of the Incas Pisac was a place of great agricultural importance, used to plant corn, quinoa, potato, kiwicha, etc. Francisco Pizarro and the conquistadors destroyed Pisac in early 1530, and the modern city of Pisac was built in the valley by Viceroy Toledo in 1570. Early records show that the main square became an important commercial area and the market was born of Pisac as we know it. The Pisac market can be found every day of the week; but on Sunday, the market is much larger and until the last inch of the square is occupied by vendors. Take your time to wander through the craft and weaving sections, buy some of the fine alpaca clothes, ah, and remember you can haggle
• The ruins of Ollantaytambo: In the VX century, the Inca Pachacútec conquered and began to rebuild Ollantaytambo, an ancient Inca administrative center and gateway to the "Inca Trail" that led to Machu Picchu. The city became the residence of the Inca nobility; After the death of the Inca Pachacutec, Manco Inca used the city as a refuge against the Spaniards; originally built for religious purposes, it would become a fortress to repel the attack of the invaders. The main attraction of the city of Ollantaytambo is the Ollantaytambo fortress, it is located in the place known as the Temple of the Hill; It is also the most common starting point for people who travel the Inca Trail. In the complex you can also see a series of discarded stones, known as the tired stones, very close to the Temple of the Sun. This unfinished temple is composed of 6 monoliths, each of which weighs 50 tons and were brought from a nearby quarry.

The Classic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu is a walk that is traveled, along old paths, worked by the ancient Peruvians. It is a place full of magic, tradition and history, where you can find a nice contact with nature, and have the unique experience of walking ancient roads and soak up the Inca culture.  

• Duration of the adventure: The walk lasts 4 days and 3 nights, along 43 km, with an itinerary organized for each day. Thus, the experience of traveling this road allows you to have contact with the landscape, appreciate the prolongation of the Andes Mountain Range and its undeniable snow-capped peaks, as well as the experience of skirting the Urubamba River and seeing any physical effort rewarded. beauty of the place.

Today is a relaxing day so you can explore the fascinating capital of the Incas.This day you can explore by your own the city start at the monumental main square, where you can see the Cathedral of Cusco. In your journey through the streets you will find craft shops, jewelers and typical clothes, so you will know part of the art of Cusco. Do not forget to go to the traditional and picturesque neighborhood of San Blas, where you will find high quality local crafts, bars and traditional cafes always surrounded by cobbled streets and balconies from where you can see this neighborhood and the entire city of Cusco. Around Cusco the Incas built Fortresses like Sacsayhuaman, temples like Qoricancha, Qenko and Tambomachay, if you wish, you can visit these imposing places by hiring the City Tour, in the tour you will see the ingenuity and art of the Inca constructions. We invite you to discover this extraordinary and fascinating metropolis in all its diversity, and we offer you the most complete, safe and updated guide to make your trip unique and unforgettable.

We finish our adventure. Hoping you have an unforgettable experience with us. Thanks to experience the adventure with us.

• Welcome by our Representative at your arrival in Lima;
• All airport transfers at arrival and departure;
• 3x domestic flight: Lima - Chiclayo, Cajamarca - Lima, Lima - Cusco;
• Accommodation: 3 and 4* hotels (14 nights), camping (3 nights);
• All entrance fees according to the itinerary, an Inca Trail permit including;
• Professional bilingual Tour Guides as per itinerary;
• A professional Cook for the Inca Trail hiking;
• Porters to carry food, camping and cooking equipment and 7 kg of each passenger's stuff during the Inca Trail;
• Meals: 17x breakfast, 4x lunch, 3x dinner and 3x afternoon hot beverages during the hiking to Machu Picchu;
• Camping equipment for the Inca Trail: personal double tents,therm-a-rest, tables and chairs, a cooking tent with cooking equipment, dining and toilet tents;
• Food for the Inca Trail;
• A sleeping bag (for up to -5°C) for the Inca Trail hiking;
• Tourist land transportation in accordance with the itinerary;
• Tourist train (Expedition Class) from Machu Picchu to Ollantaytambo;
• A shuttle bus down from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes Town.

• Pre & post tour accommodation,
• Last flight Cusco - Lima,
• International flights nor airport departure taxes,
• Meals not mentioned,
• Travel insurance,
• Tips and baggage portage (Please note: It is a custom to give tips in Peru; however, it is not obligatory.),
• Other extras not mentioned.

• Passport Original and copies
• Travel insurance(+ copies for a case of lost),
• Flight tickets,
• Cash in USD or credit cards,
• Our service voucher (sent by us to you),
• Entry visa and a proof of vaccination (if applicable),
• Day pack (to carry your personal items during daily travels),
• Warm clothes such as a jacket, a fleece (thermal clothing is also recommended for cold nights during camping),
• Hat or a cap (to protect you against the Sun, rain as well as cold),
• Sun cream or sun block,
• After-sun cream or hydrating cream for face and body,
• Insect repellent– recommended minimum is 20% DEET (please note that no malaria has been reported during this trip!),
• Camera and its charger/batteries (please note that batteries are consumed quickly under cold conditions),
• Flashlight/headlamp + batteries,
• Handkerchiefs and toilet paper,
• Sufficient reserve of underwear,
• Snacks (biscuits, energy bars, chocolate, raw fruits, muesli, etc.)
  Please note: we do provide a daily morning snack and our meal service is very complete and well supplied. The recommendation of taken own snack applies only for customers who like a specific snack that might not be in our menu.
• Bottled water for the first morning and a water bottle.
  Important: plastic bottles are not allowed on the Classic Inca Trail! Please bring a metallic (alternatively Nalgene) bottles!