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DETAILS |
SHARED
SERVICE
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PRIVATE |
PLATINUM |
| Programs
and departures |
Three
different programs from March through December.
Shared service with fixed departures.
Private service at any day.
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| At
booking time |
We
send a predeparture information including useful details about
the trek, what to bring, what to read before to go, etc. |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Number
of passengers for fixed departures |
In
2005 InkaNatura had operated departures with an average of |
3
passengers per departure |
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-- |
For
2006 & 2007 InkaNatura expects to operate with an average
of between : |
3
to 5 passengers per departure |
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-- |
| Briefing
Upon arrival at Cusco |
Our
staff (including guide) will meet our clients one day or two
days before departure for a lecture about the Inca Trail where
trekkers will be informed about the route, what to bring and
every tiny detail about their next adventure. For a better
service we use a laptop with maps, photos and small video
about the Inca Trail. At that time we give duffel bags and
a small scale.
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Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Transfers |
Private
transportation from Cusco hotel to the starting point of the
trail.
Upon return to Cusco, clients will be met at Poroy train station.
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Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Porters |
Who
carry the tents, equipment, food and personal gear. |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Personal
gear |
We
allow up to 10 kilos per person (including sleeping bags). |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Guide |
Alicensed,
well-trained, English-speaking guide.
French, Italian, German guides available at extra cost.
|
Yes.
Only English/Spa |
Yes |
Yes |
| Camping
gear |
Includes:
Dining tents with comfortable chairs and tables.
Kitchen Tent and cooking equipment.
|
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Tents
for clients |
|
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Mattress |
High
quality Therm-a-rest. |
Standard
Mat
|
Standard
Mat
|
Yes
De Luxe |
| Sleeping
bags |
The
North face sleeping bags Model Snow Shoe (Up to -18 C). And
an additional blanket for your comfort |
For
Rent |
Free
of cost |
Free
of cost |
| Toilet
tent |
On
all of our treks and we have one porter in charge of this
to keep it clean. |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Chef |
Trained
chef by InkaNatura |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Meals |
Healthy,
hearty meals cooked with fresh locals ingredients.
Not packet or dehydrated meals. We include :
• Wake up tea
• Healthy Breakfast
• Mid morning snack
• Lunch
• Tea snack
• Dinner |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| •
At the end of the program last lunch at Machu Picchu Sanctuary
Lodge or Machu Picchu Pueblo. |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Special
diet requirements |
No
additional cost – Must be requested in advance. |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Medicine,
etc |
Fully
equipped First aid kit including antivenom.
Oxygen Tank. |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Water |
Always
available |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Gatorade
Thirst Quencher |
For
hydration |
No |
Yes
Free of Cost
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Yes
Free of Cost
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| Walking
Sticks |
|
For
Rent |
Free
of cost |
Free
of cost |
| High
quality maps |
|
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Well-treated
personnel |
InkaNatura
includes good tents for guides and porters. InkaNatura Travel
is the ONLY company who has a menu for porters that include
a well-balanced menu for our porters as they do the hard work.
Payments for porters are made as soon as they finish the tour.
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Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Satellite
Phone |
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No |
Yes |
Yes |
| Bus
tickets to/from ruins |
Included |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Train
service |
First
Class train - the Vistadome |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Entrance
fee to the Inca Trail |
As
the Entrance fee is subject to change at any time, we have
decided to separate the cost of the entrance to be reconfirmed
and added at the booking time. At this time the price is USD
60 per person. Projected Inca trail permit cost USD 90 (From
August 01st 2006). This entrance fee includes just one time
entrance to Machu Picchu ruins. Rates for 2007 not confirmed
yet.
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Not
included
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Not
included
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Not
included
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| Second
entrance fee to Machu Picchu Sanctuary |
For
programs : Short Inca Trail, Inca Trail Discovery and Inca
Trail Platinum.
This second entrance fee gives our clients more time to explore
the ruins early in the morning (without crowds) and learn
more about the Inca culture.
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included
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included
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included
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| Massage |
5
days/4 nights Platinum program ONLY : Massage therapist with
daily massage (Day 1, 2 and 3) |
No |
No |
Yes |
| Bottle
of wine |
|
No |
No |
Yes |
| Kit
with amenities |
|
No |
No |
Yes |
| Pillows |
|
No |
No |
Yes |
| Cusco
Office |
InkaNatura’s
staff is 24 hours available. |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
This is the classic four-day trek along the Inca Trail to Machu
Picchu. This magnificent hike is for travelers who are in condition
to hike up to ten hours, with breaks, in a single day. The pace
may be daunting for some, but the beauty and history of the area
surround the hiker every step of the way. On the last morning we
arrive at Machu Picchu with plenty of time to explore the ruins
before returning to Cusco by train.
Our five-day program allows the traveler time to explore and enjoy
the amazing archaeological sites, landscapes and nature along the
Inca trail. They take the time to enjoy this once-in-a-lifetime
experience. We camp the first three nights, enjoying great meals
and sturdy tents. The hikes average six to seven hours each day,
including time to explore the Inca sites we pass through and to
take in the unparalleled scenery. On the fourth afternoon we arrive
at Machu Picchu after the crowds have left, and have time to explore
the tranquil ruins. After a well-deserved night at a comfortable
hotel, we return to Machu Picchu to see the ruins in perfect morning
light. In the afternoon we return to Cusco by train.
This trip allows a taste of the Inca Trail without days of hiking
and camping. We begin the hike from the train stop at Kilometer
104 and follow the trail for six hours to the spectacular view of
Machu Picchu from Inti Punku, the Gate of the Sun. From here we
descend into the world famous “Lost City.” After a restful
night in a hotel, we return to Machu Picchu at dawn to see the ruins
in perfect morning light. In the afternoon, we return to Cusco by
train
Itineraries, concepts, maps and most of photos by