We start driving from the Cusco city, one hour later we get to the archeological site of Killarumiyoq (Moon stone), after some leisure made by your professional guide, then continue driving for another hour and a half to the village of Mollepata where you have the lunch prepared by the chef. After this we drive again until Challacancha where we will start de trek, approximately after three hours of trekking we get to our campsite Soraypampa. L D

• Hiking Distance 3.5 miles 
• Starting Elevation 12700 ft 
• Campsite Elevation 12700 
• Considered: Moderate

After an early breakfast, the ascent toward the Humantay Lake begins. An hour and a half

later, your hard work will be rewarded with the beautiful view of the turquoise water lake and the Humantay glacier. Upon arrival, you will have a chance to relax, enjoy a snack, meditate in the tranquility of this magical spot right before the massive number of tourists get there.

After, we descent back by a different way that will connect us with main trail that take us through the Rio Blanco Valley that was once bisected by a fast-flowing river.

Then we have the most challenging part of the ascent, it is the conquering the mountain switchbacks to get on the Soyrococha campsite where our crew and our chef wait for us to have our delicious lunch, as soon we finish it, the last part of the ascent leads us to the pass, the highest point on the trek (15,213’ / 4,636m), From this place we appreciate the mountains and glaciers of Salkantay , Pumasillo, Padreyoq and Humantay.. The journey continues with a dramatic descent through fields of large boulders and natural stone formations often shrouded in fog. 

The final hike for the day through the area; its rolling hills, impressive views of surroundings high snowed peaks and a spectacular view of the cloud forest at the bottom.

Our campsite at the Wayraqmachay valley. B.L.D

• Hiking Distance – 11 miles 
• Starting Elevation 12700 ft 
• Campsite Elevation – 12900 ft 
• Considered: Moderate to challenging

This day will be unforgettable because along the way we will see a wealth of flora and fauna, based on Huayracmachay will pass through the community of  Rayampata and we descend into the forest, where we will see the formation of thermal waters in a small valley, then follow the course of the river Santa Teresa, noting in this section several varieties of orchids and waterfalls of great magnitude, we finally reach Lluskamayo where a van will wait for taking us to Lucmabamba where our campsite is.

As soon we get there the staff leaded by our chef awards for us to be part of this ancestral way to cook, the Andean barbeque (Pachamanca), a feast that you deserve after these amazing days on the highlands.

After this we have the coffee experience and later the chance to get on the Cocalmayo hot springs, this last activity is an extra option. B,L,D

• Walking Distance 9 miles 
• Starting Elevation 12900 ft 
• Lowest Elevation 6300 ft 
• Campsite Elevation 6300 
• Considered: Easy Moderate

After a great breakfast, we depart from Lucmabamba for a 2-3 hour climb through the cloud forest up a path mostly comprised by original Inca steps. A lush tree line creates green canopies overhead and the constant sound of rushing water suggests that

the river is nearby. Your first milestone today will be the pass (8,974’ / 2,736m) in the forest, the last one before you descend to the Aobamba River Valley that connects you to Machu Picchu. Upon arrival at the Llactapata Pass you will delight in a southeast

view of Machu Picchu.

After exploring Llactapata, the Inca tambo (fort) that marks the pass, enjoy the lunch at a local restaurant which has a lookout point with panoramic views about MAchupicchu. The final descent along a zigzag trail that will take you through lush bamboo forests, varied fruit, orchids, and more coffee plantations.

A hungung bridge will take us on the other side of the Aobamba valley and then to

 the Hidroelectrica train station for a scenic one-hour train ride to the town of Aguas Calientes, on the banks of the Urubamba River at the base of Machu Picchu. B,L,D

• Walking Distance – 15km / 9 miles 
• Starting Elevation. 7900 ft 
• Hotel Elevation – 2000 meters / 6560 ft 
• Considered: Moderate 
• The area: Cloud Forest

After a delicious breakfast we are ready to take the bus to Machupicchu, 30 minutes later we get to the check point of MAchupicchu where you’ll need to show your passports, the tour inside the Inca city will last around three hours, be ready to listen and to ask to your guide, another great experience in this sacred place. If you have the extra option to get on the Wayna Picchu Mountain your guide will escort you to the entrance of this special place which take approximately 2 hours round trip.

Now you are ready to comeback, taking the bus down to aguas Calientes town, here a delicious lunch awards for you, then you take the train to Ollantaytambo where your transportation will transfer you to your hotel.