Tierras Vivas comes to diffusing without profit helping porters families and the communities of Pilcobamba and Rallan located in the Cusco, Peru.
The project starts when we really realize that ...
The HUHT (Help Us to Help Them) Project is for people interested in helping the Cacacoyoc community by purchasing their products made by themselves.
These products made by the Cacacoyoc ...
We chose to go on the Lares trail, since I wanted something a little less touristy than the Inca Trail. We walked into the nearest tour agency, Tierras Vivas, and were lucky enough to book a trip with them a few days later. The manager, Edwin, was very warm and thorough in his explanation of our trip and the ... Brett and Monica, USA Lares Trek
"Edwin and Tierras Vivas gave my friends and I a trip we will never forget. We trekked through the highlands of Peru, met locals, experienced some of their traditions. It was amazing. We were felt like participants not tourists. Edwin was an incredible guide and Carlos was our superhuman cook. Somehow, three days away from the nearest town and ... Billy Weber, EE.UU
When I visited Peru I didn’t imagine that I would experience something as great as the hike to Machu Picchu.
First I was a little bit disappointed that we couldn’t hike along the „real“ Inca Trail because it was so overcrowded with people. In the end I realised that was the best thing that could have happen to me!
We did ... Janine Iser, Germany
Discovery These trips are often travels with little physical effort, involving gentle walks or visit some tourist sites on foot or by carriage. To enjoy these adventure trips, we suggest to be fit.
Complete the fields to recommend this website.
This a short program designed for people with limited time but who want to hike a section of the famous Inca Trail to Machu Picchu and enter this Inca Sanctuary through the famous Sun's Gate ("Intipunku" in Quechua language). Enjoy the natural beauties and the scenic views of this easy to moderate trip. A great option for a short visit to Machu Picchu !!!
Waken up at the call of birdsongs, you will be offered a consistent breakfast. The half-day hike to the Chachabamba campsite will take you to the lush vegetation of the cloud forest where exotic birds (Andean guan, Gray-breasted mountain tucan, etc.) will salute your passing. Enjoy the scenic views of the Urubamba River and look for the playful Torrent Ducks. Do not miss the various wild Orchids and bromeliads along the path!!! We will have lunch at our Chachabamba campsite and have a leisurely afternoon to discover the Chachabamba ruins, refreshing time at the nearby creek or keep up with reading or writing. In late afternoon, you might see the colorful Cocks-of-the-Rock, the national bird of Perú, make its display around the Hostal.
Included Highlights:
What is included in this trip?
Transfer from Hotel to train station.
Accommodation: Hostal (01 night).
Meals: 01 breakfast, 01 lunch and 01 dinner
Entrance fees to Trail & Machu Picchu.
Local guide throughout.
Tourist train tickets round trip.
Transport from Ollantaytambo to Cusco.
Not included in this trip:
First breakfast
Lunch of second day (recommend in Aguas Calientes)
Bus up and down to Machu Picchu USD 15.5
Locker in Machu Picchu USD 2.
Gratuities
Meals budget: Allow USD 40-80 for meals not included
Introduction
While it is our intention to adhere to the route described below, there is a certain amount of flexibility built into the itinerary and on occasion it may be necessary, or desirable to make alterations. The itinerary is brief, as we never know exactly where our journey will take us, (remember we are in South America). Due to our style of travel and the regions we visit traveling, with Tierras Vivas can be unpredictable. The dossier is a general guide to the tour and region and any mention of specific destinations or wildlife is by no means a guarantee that they will be visited or encountered.
Day 1: Train ride from Cusco and hike from Chachabamba, Wyñay Wayna to Aguas Calientes town
We will pick you up at your hotel in Cusco and take you to the Ollantaytambo train station for your 2 hours train ride to the starting point of your trip. After registering at the Chachabamba park ranger station we will hike up 2-3 hours to the Inca ruins of Wyñay Wayna through a mixture of cacti vegetation and cloud forest. Before reaching the famous Inca Trail, the Inca realm will reveal itself to you through striking sightings of Choque Suysuy, Wiñay Wayna and Intipata. Refresh yourself at the local waterfall before reaching the ruins of Wiñay Wayna. Enjoy the sunset at the sungate before entering in Machupicchu where afterwards we descends to Aguas Calientes, walking slowly and enjoying the beautiful sceneray to spend the night in a hostel.
Day 2: Visiting the Sanctuary of Machupicchu and return to Cusco by train
Very early, we will walk up to Machupicchu where we will discover the mysteries surrounding Machu Picchu, as your guide will explain you few facts about this important Inca site. If time permits, climb up to Wayna Picchu & explore the Temple of the Moon before heading down to Aguas Calientes to board your train back to Cusco.
Make your reservation; we have got daily departures for this trip, further details please contact us at the following email address: info@tierrasvivas.com
Important Notes:
1) Shorter/longer stays, hotel upgrades and extra trips all possible. Please contact our sales department for more information or check out our Taylor Made section. taylormade@tierrasvivas.com
2) Visas: You may be required to obtain a travel visa, also all countries require a valid passport (with a minimum 6 months validity). Contact your local embassy, or consulate for the most up-to-date visa requirements, or see your travel agent. IT'S YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO HAVE THE CORRECT TRAVEL DOCUMENTATION.
Accommodation: Hostal
Arrival Complications: We don't expect any problems, and nor should you, but if for any reason you can not commence your trip as scheduled, please contact your starting point hotel, requesting that you speak to or leave a message for your trip leader/local operator or to the emergency contact details provided in this dossier. If you are unable to get in touch with your leader/local operator, please refer to our emergency contact details. If you have pre-booked an airport transfer and have not made contact with our local operatos/representative within 30 minutes of clearing customs and immigration, we recommend that you make your own way to the Starting Point Hotel, following the Joining Instructions. Please apply to your travel agent on your return for a refund of the transfer cost if this occurs.
Local Emergency Contact If you need emergency assistance, you can contact us locally at the following phone numbers: Cell: +51 974 358549
Phone: +51 84 310 371 Local Office Checklist of what to take:
* Passport * Extra Money (emergency) * Camera and film * Binoculars * Cover for backpacks * Fair sized daypack
* Windproof/waterproof jacket * Shirts/t-shirts * Sun hat * Shorts * Long trousers * Hiking pants/track pants * Hiking boots/ sturdy walking shoes * Sport sandals (optional)
* Sun block
* Insect repellent * Sunglasses (Optional) * Watch or alarm clock * Water bottle * Torch/flashlight
* First aid kit
* personal medication
Single Supplement:
IF YOU ARE TRAVELING ALONE AND WOULD PREFER TO SHARE A TENT, WE WILL PAIR YOU WITH ANOTHER TREKKER ONF THE SAME GENDER. IF YOU WOULD LIKE YOU OWN TENT THEN THERE WILL BE A SURCHERGE USD 30
Climate:
The highland region of Cusco has well defined winter and summer seasons. Winter day (June-August) are very sunny and warm, but the temperature drops to near freezing at night. Rainy season is from January to Mach. It is advised that even in the dry season all belongings should be packed in plastic bags.
All people who undertake the trail must be in a fit physical condition, althought the distances are not great the altitude and the cold nights make this a hard trek.
Therefore if you are ill or have been ill in the past few days you SHOULD NOT undertake the trail
Meal Budget: Daily allowance USD25 for meals not included. For additional expenses, please contact our sales department for more information: sales@tierrasvivas.com
Emergency Fund: Please, make sure you have access to at least an additional USD100 (or equivalent) as an 'emergency' fund, to be used when circumstances outside our control (eg. a natural disaster) need a change to our planned tour. This is a rare occurrence! But you never know…
A Couple of Rules: Illegal drugs will not be tolerated on any trips. Possessing or using drugs not only contravenes the laws of the land but also puts you at risk. Smoking marijuana and opium is a part of local culture in some parts of the world but is not acceptable for Tierras Vivas travellers. Our philosophy of travel is one of respect towards everyone we encounter, and in particular the local people who make the world the special place it is. The explotation of prostitutes is completely contrary to this philosophy. Our group leader/local operators has the right to expel any member of the group/tour if drugs are found in their possession or they use prostitutes.
Travel Insurance: Travel insurance is compulsory in order to participate on any of our trips. When travelling on a trip with us, you will not be permitted to join the tour until evidence of travel insurance has been sighted by your leader or local operator, who will take note of your insurance details. When selecting a travel insurance policy we require that at a minimum you are covered for medical expenses including emergency repatriation. We strongly recommend that the policy also covers personal liability, cancellation, curtailment and loss of luggage and personal effects. If you have credit card insurance we require proof of purchase of the trip (a receipt of credit card statement) with a credit card in your name. Contact your bank for details of their participating insurer, the level of coverage and emergency contact telephone number.
Tierras Vivas is a Travel Assurance provider, and in case you are interested in get our proposal, please contact us to the following email: sales@tierrasvivas.com
Responsible Travel: Tierras Vivas has been responsible to offering low-impact tours that benefit traveller and host alike. We work with local communities, businesses and individuals to develop sustainable tourism opportunities that help local economies while minimizing negative environmental and cultural impacts.
Keeping in Touch: If you need to be contacted while travelling we recommend that you set up an email address that can be accessed on the road, rather than relying on postal mail. Ciber cafes are becoming increasingly commonplace and cheap throughout the regions we visit, and have quickly become the preferred way for our leaders and travellers to stay in touch. If someone wishes to contact you in an emergency while you are on one of our trips we recommend that they contact your local booking agent, or refer to our Emergency Contact.
AVAILABILITY & PRICES
NOTE:
For the inka trail, we suggest to make the booking with 6 month in advance do to the new regulations and the few space there are nowadays. If yo make the booking and there are no space for the inka trail, we will offer you an alternative trek, such as Lares Trek or Salkantay Trek.
Departures guarante all year round, except in February when the Inca Trail is closed. Instead of, we offer you Lares Trek.
Cost per pax USD 270 + Local Payment no requirement
*Rates can be modified without notice and upon availability at the moment of the booking*
"All rights reserved, Tierras Vivas, the Tierras Vivas logo, all content, including photographs and may not be reproduced without the Express permission of Tierras Vivas"
Tierras Vivas comes to diffusing without profit helping porters families and the communities of Pilcobamba and Rallan located in the Cusco, Peru.
The project starts when we really realize that ... 
The HUHT (Help Us to Help Them) Project is for people interested in helping the Cacacoyoc community by purchasing their products made by themselves.
These products made by the Cacacoyoc ... 
We chose to go on the Lares trail, since I wanted something a little less touristy than the Inca Trail. We walked into the nearest tour agency, Tierras Vivas, and were lucky enough to book a trip with them a few days later. The manager, Edwin, was very warm and thorough in his explanation of our trip and the ...
"Edwin and Tierras Vivas gave my friends and I a trip we will never forget. We trekked through the highlands of Peru, met locals, experienced some of their traditions. It was amazing. We were felt like participants not tourists. Edwin was an incredible guide and Carlos was our superhuman cook. Somehow, three days away from the nearest town and ...
When I visited Peru I didn’t imagine that I would experience something as great as the hike to Machu Picchu.
First I was a little bit disappointed that we couldn’t hike along the „real“ Inca Trail because it was so overcrowded with people. In the end I realised that was the best thing that could have happen to me!
We did ...
This a short program designed for people with limited time but who want to hike a section of the famous Inca Trail to Machu Picchu and enter this Inca Sanctuary through the famous Sun's Gate ("Intipunku" in Quechua language). Enjoy the natural beauties and the scenic views of this easy to moderate trip. A great option for a short visit to Machu Picchu !!!
