Ancascocha Trek to Machu Picchu 4D/3N

Ancascocha trek to Machu Picchu – Itinerary

The itinerary below is a sample. Hiking times are an average and will vary depending on the group. Additionally, lunch and camp sites may change to meet the needs of the group and conditions.

Ancascocha Adventure hiking trail – Pre trek

Before the Peru hiking trail, your guide will meet you at your hotel for an in-depth briefing. This provides an opportunity to ask questions and do any last-minute shopping before leaving Cusco.

Day 1:

We drove for an hour and a half from the city of Cusco to Limatambo, part of the Usutacancha community, in the quiet valley of Sondorf.

Here our horsemen and horses will be here waiting for us, they are in charge of carrying the equipment along the route.

We gently begin to ascend the Lechería valley, along to the river of the same name and across fields of crops and livestock. The road becomes steeper until you reach a narrow and damp area which gives shelter to a spectacular Queuñas forest, Andean native tree.

After crossing the forest, the valley opens up again and we move to Huascapampa area where our chef will be waiting with a delicious lunch. We continue to our camp at Quewllacocha, a quiet area on the high Andean plain.

At night, we will have on us, a sky full of stars.

5-6 hours walking, 3000-4000mt.

Day 2:

Today is a spectacular day and the most demanding of the entire route.

We continue our ascent by the Andean highlands to cross two mountain passes, the first step of Accojasa (4700mt.) where the snowy peaks of Huayanay give us a spectacular welcoming surprise, rewarding gift after a challenging ascent.

After passing Huayanay(4600mt), second and last path of the route, we begin the descent for the rest of the walk, and arrive to the base of Mount Huayanay. We will take advantage of this beautiful place to have lunch near the glacier of this mountain.

Then we continue down into the valley of Ancascocha, with a spectacular view of Lake Ancascocha and the snowy mountains that surround it, original traces of an ancient Inca trail, among other beautiful natural scenery. This is an area of condors and hopefully we can see some flying.

We will continue a little further to reach our camp close to Ancascocha Lake (400mt), where a rest and a delicious happy hour will be waiting.

5-6 hours walking, 4000-4700mt.

Day 3:

Today we descend continuously until the end of the tour.

We leave the arid highlands to get us into a lush valley full of exquisite and abundant Andean flora, hummingbirds and hopefully, flock of parrots. We will see the confluence of three rivers and suddenly Nevado Veronica will surprise us with its spectacular beauty and awesome presence.

Gradually, the valley becomes a narrow canyon leading Sillque the river towards the village Camincancha in the Chilca valley, final point of the trek where we will catch a delicious dinner.

Here our transportation will be waiting to take us to the town of Ollantaytambo, where we board the train to Aguas on to the comforts of your hotel.

4-5 hours walking, 4700-2900mt.

Day 4:

After enjoying the tourist amenities of Aguas Calientes and getting a full night’s sleep at a hotel, we catch one of the first buses to Machu Picchu in order to see the awe-inspiring view of the ruins at sunrise.

After a two-hour guided tour, you will have free time to climb Huayna Picchu, explore the city, or simply relax. In the early afternoon we take the bus back down to Aguas Calientes where you catch the train to Cusco.

What’s Included on the Ancascocha Trek

• Licensed guide fluent in English, Spanish, and Quechua, plus an assistant guide for large groups.
• Support staff including professional cooks and wranglers for the mules and horses.
• Horses and mules to carry group gear as well as large duffels bags, provided at the briefing, for personal items. (no weight limit)
• All meals on Ancascocha trek, which incorporate traditional Peruvian dishes as well as modern fusion cuisine and special dietary needs
• Driking water and snacks 6. Dining tent with table, stools, and all dining implements, toilet tent, and kitchen tent
• Sleeping tents, Thermarest. Three-person tents are provided for single occupancy and four-person tents for double occupancy to allow plenty of room for personal gear.
• One riding horse for emergencies. Additional riding horses can be provided for an additional charge.
• First aid kit, including oxygen
• Ancascocha Peru Pre-trek briefing
• All group entrance fees, including Machupicchu
• Optional climb to Huaynapicchu or Machupicchu Mountain!
• Hotel in Aguas Calientes.
• Round-Trip Train (Expedition Train Service).
• All transfers, including private van from your hotel in Cusco to Sondorf Valley, transfer to Ollantaytambo and train to Aguas Calientes, bus to and from Machu Picchu, and private transfer back to your hotel in Cusco.

What’s Not Included on the Ancascocha Trek to Machu Picchu

• Dinner on the 3rd day at Aguas Calientes. Lunch and dinner on the 4th day.
• Personal hiking gear including backpacks, trekking poles, and sleeping bags. Poles and sleeping bags may be hired.
• Tips for guides, cooks, and wranglers.
• Entrance to hot springs or other entertainments in Aguas Calientes.
• Personal riding horse. Additional horses may be hired according to the needs of the individual and group.

While not as difficult as some treks, the Ancascocha trek traverses two passes over 4500m. Trekkers should be in good physical condition and acclimated by spending at least a few days at Cusco (3400) or similar before attempting the trek. Additionally, weather and trail conditions can vary. Temperatures range from warm and humid to below freezing.

Trekkers should be prepared for changes to the itinerary and to meet unexpected challenges with an open-mind and sense of adventure. Climbing Huayna Picchu is an excellent addition to a trekking Machu Picchu. Entrance to Huayna Picchu is limited and at scheduled times; visitors must sign up for a spot in advance. If you would like to consider doing the climb, it is important to book it in advance.

Ancascocha Trek Price

US$810.00 per person

Discounts

• Student Discount (only with active green ISIC card): US$20.00
• Under 15 years will pay as student: US$20.00
• Under 7 years Discount: US$35.00

Group Bookings for this Ancascocha Trekkking Machu Picchu

• Bookings of 4 people or more will get a US$20.00 discount per person or a free Day Apu Training Hike*.

*More details will be available if you are interested in talking advantage of this offer.

Rentals

• Hiking poles – US$22.00
• Sleeping bag – US$25.00
• Sleeping bag Deluxe Package (+ Pillow & Liners) US$35.00
• Private Tent – US$40.00

Upgrades

• Vistadome Train (RoundTrip) – US$75.00
• Single Accommodation*  – US$43.00

Details

• Black Diamond Hiking Poles.
• Sleeping bags according to route requirement.
• We use 3* hotels in Aguas Calientes, if you dont want to share a room (double or triple), select Single Accommodation in add ons when Booking.
• If you are a lover of nature and landscapes, the Vistadome train is your best choice. Panoramic windows in the walls and roofs of cars make the connection to the outside is experienced in a very vivid way.