Ancascocha Trek To Machu Picchu 4 Days And 3 Nights
Overview
The Ancascocha Trail in the Peruvian Andes offers a unique hiking experience, featuring ancient Inca ruins and traditional Andean villages like Chillipahua. This lesser-known trail remains off the beaten path and away from crowds.
- 🏞️ Named by National Geographic as one of 20 dream hikes on their World Best Hikes list.
- ⛰️ The trek reaches an elevation of 3,700 m/12,136 ft, providing stunning views.
- 👣 Share the trail briefly with local farmers and shepherds tending to livestock.
- 🚷 Remain far removed from the tourist crowds typically found in Cusco.
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Pickup included
- Two nights camping
- One night at a B&B in Aguas Calientes
- Breakfast
- Buffet dinner
- National Park fees
- Buffet lunch
- Local guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Round trip bus tickets from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu on day 4.
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Excess luggage charges (where applicable)
Next we make a steep ascent for around an hour to reach our lunch spot, Rayan (12,139 ft). Here you will sample for the first time the incredible culinary skills of your chef.
The afternoon begins with a challenging 3 hour uphill hike to reach the Kuychiccasa pass (14,599 ft). Passing the rustic houses of the farmers, at every turn you will see sumptuous views of the snow-capped peaks of the ‘Nevadas’, and llamas.
As we reach the top of the pass we take a break to soak in the magnificent views of the Chancachuco Valley. From here it is an easy 45 minute downhill to reach our camp at the Chancachuco Valley (14,147 ft).
Here, with the campsite already prepared when you arrive, you can change into warmer clothing.