Ancascocha Trek to Machu Picchu - 4D/3N

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The Ancascocha Trail in the Peruvian Andes is a remarkable trail that, unlike other more popular trails, remains off the beaten track and away from crowds. Yet don’t be put off by its lesser-known status, it was after all named by National Geographic as one of 20 dream hikes on their World Best Hikes list. This stunning trek takes you past ancient Inca ruin...
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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • The Ancascocha Trek to Machu Picchu in the Peruvian Andes is a remarkable trail that remains off the beaten path. It is listed as one of National Geographic’s 20 dream hikes on their World Best Hikes list. The trek wanders through traditional villages like Chillipahua and its namesake Ancascocha (3.700 m / 12.136 ft). Along the way, it humps over big passes, including the high point at the Huayanay Pass (4.550 m / 14.925 ft), and takes in views of towering 6.266 m / 20.551 ft) Apu Salkantay.

What's this trip about?

    The Ancascocha Trail in the Peruvian Andes is a remarkable trail that, unlike other more popular trails, remains off the beaten track and away from crowds. Yet don’t be put off by its lesser-known status, it was after all named by National Geographic as one of 20 dream hikes on their World Best Hikes list. This stunning trek takes you past ancient Inca ruins and through traditional Andean villages such as Chillipahua and the trail’s namesake Ancascocha (3,700 m/12,136 ft). Here you may briefly share the trail with farmers, shepherds, and their livestock tending to their daily lives, so far removed from the tourist crowds of Cusco.

Details

Itinerary focusActive and Outdoor Sports
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 16 people
Age range6 to 75 years
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityCusco
End CityCusco

Travel Themes

  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Hiking & Walking
  • Train & Rail Journeys
  • Photography
  • High Adventure
  • Trekking & Expeditions

Destinations

Activities

  • Adventure & Adrenaline
  • Guided Group
  • Hiking
  • Historic Sightseeing
  • Nature
  • Photography
  • Trains & Rail
  • Trekking

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 2

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 16

Trip includes

    • Pre-Departure Briefing at your hotel
    • Pick up from your hotel and transportation to Soqma (start of trek)
    • Bilingual English speaking tour guide (additional tour guide for groups of nine people or more)
    • High quality, 4 person tent for every 2 people
    • Mattress and pillow
    • Kitchen tent
    • Dining tent with tables and chairs
    • Portable Eco-friendly toilet and toilet tent
    • Professional Chef and assistant chef
    • Wranglers and horses to carry all equipment
    • Horse to transport up to 8 kg of your personal gear
    • Duffle bag for your personal gear
    • Emergency horse (in case we need it!)
    • Four breakfasts, three lunches, and three dinners
    • Hot water for washing twice daily
    • Daily morning boiled and cold water to fill the water bottles.
    • Emergency oxygen bottle and medical kit.
    • Expedition Train ticket from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes
    • Return Expedition train ticket from Aguas Calientes to either Poroy or to Ollantaytambo
    • Private van transportation from Poroy or Ollantaytambo to your Cusco hotel
    • 1-night hotel accommodation in Aguas Calientes (double occupancy)
    • Round trip bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu
    • Entrance to Machu Picchu

Itinerary

Day 1: Cusco – Soqma – Rayan – Kuychiccasa Pass – Chancachuco Valley

After meeting you at your hotel, we leave Cusco early in the morning and drive 1 hour 45 minutes to Soqma (3,205 m/10,512 ft). This is the starting point of our trek and where we meet the horsemen (and horses) who will be our porters during the hike.

The hike b...

Day 2: Chancachuco Valley – Ancascocha – Huaynay Pass – Quesqa Valley

You will be woken with a cup of freshly brewed coffee or tea, followed by a full breakfast to fuel you for the morning ahead.

We begin with a 45-minute undulating hike followed by a 20-minute ascent by way of a narrow trail that follows a stream with beautiful ...

Day 3: Quesqa Valley – Paucarcancha – Kilometer 82 – Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes

On our final day of trekking, we descend from Quesqa Valley for 2 hours until we reach the Inca site of Paucarcancha (3,133 m/10,278 ft) where your guide will provide a comprehensive commentary about the site.

We then join a section of the Classic Inca Trail an...

Day 4: Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Cusco

After a very early breakfast at your hotel, we take one of the buses along the winding road to Machu Picchu, the Inca city that was lost to the jungle but rediscovered in 1911 by Hiram Bingham. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1983, Machu Picchu exceeds all ex...

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Dates & Availability

Price From $690
Price per day$173
Last Updated: 4/9/2024

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

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Sep 2023

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Sep 2023

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Sep 2023

Macchu Picchu It's a dream come true, this agency helped me with everything.Thank you Roni.

Macchu Picchu It's a dream come true, this agency helped me with everything.Thank you Roni.

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • Sleeping bag (can be rented from us)
    • Trekking poles (can be rented from us)
    • Ticket for Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu mountain (this ticket can be purchased for an extra USD $75 per person)
    • Day 4 Lunch in Aguas Calientes
    • Tips for the trek crew
    • Travel Insurance (highly recommended)

Accommodation

Guides
Guides have a minimum of five years experience. They have worked in every facet of the business, beginning with customer service and bookings. The porter role is next for a period of time, including a few “chef” shifts!  At Action Peru Treks, it's vital to understand how we all work together to complete tasks at hand. We can easily transition between roles if necessary, enabling our customers to have a seamless adventure.
Travel Insurance
We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance alongside your travel package to safeguard against unforeseen circumstances such as medical expenses, trip cancellations, and other contingencies. It offers you peace of mind and ensures you are prepared for unexpected events that may occur before or during your journey
Visa requirements
Visa requirements vary depending on your country of origin and your country of destination. It is your responsibility to familiarize yourself with the relevant requirements. For a handy tool that can help you quickly find the requirements, please visit this link .
Meals Included

Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Age Requirements
6 to 75 years
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