DAY
3 : LLULLUCHA / PHUYUPATAMARCA
After approximately
one hour of walking, we make our first pass at the highest point
in our trip, Warmiwanusca (4,200 m.). From here, we descend into
the Pacamayo river valley, then up to the circular Inca ruins of
Runcuracay. Following the ancient Inca steps along one of the most
stunning sections of our trek, we descend upon the Inca complex
of Sayacmarca. After wandering the site, we head for camp at Phuyupatamarca,
where we enjoy an astonishing panoramic view of both the Vilcanota
and Vilcabamba mountain ranges. B,L,D
DAY
4 : PHUYUPATAMARCA to MACHUPICCHU
Our morning begins
with a tour of the incredibly complex and unique Inca remains of
Phuyupatamarca. Continuing down through the tropical cloud forest,
we arrive to some of the most spectacular and important ruins before
reaching Machupicchu: Intipata and Winay Wayna. Leaving Winay Wayna,
this last section of trail leads us to Intipunku (Sun Gate), where
we get our first breathtaking view of Machupicchu. We will have
an official tour of this amazing archeological wonder, then take
the bus down to Aguas Calientes and the train back to Cusco.
Apurimac
River
