
Best Inca Quarry Trek to Machu Picchu
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Inca Quarry Trail Trek to Machu Picchu 4 Days/ 3 Nights
The Historical Cachicata Inca Trek or Soqma Hike, Also Known as the Chaski Trek
The Inca quarry trail trek 4d/3n is newly discovered and less crowded road, and a unique trek that will take you to remote and rarely visited the Inca ruins.
This path has all the components that you expect from a hike and breathtaking scenery.
The Inca Quarry Trail Trek 4 days gives you outstanding scenery and some Inca ruins, as well as the waterfall and ruins of Perolniyoc, remote Inti Punku (Sun Gate), and the Cachicata quarry, which was used to build the Ollantaytambo ruins. On Inca quarry trail trek. Also, we continue on a more scenic train to Machu Picchu village, to visit one of the 7 wonders of the modern world that is “Machu Picchu”.
Itinerary At a Glance
- DAY1
Cusco – Socma – Perolniyoc – Rayanniyoc
- DAY2
Rayanniyoc – Inti Punku – Choquetacarpo
- DAY3
Choquetacarpo – Cachicata Inca Quarry – Aguas Calientes
- DAY4
Explore Machu Picchu – Cusc
Day 1:: Cusco – Socma – Perolniyoc – Rayanniyoc
We will pick you up very early from your hotel in Cusco, and leave by van for 2 hours until you reach the village of Socma (3000m / 9,842ft.) the starting point of our trek, where we meet the horsemen and horses.
We start our expeditions to Perolniyoc Inca ruins. Along the way, we will have a wonderful cascade, where we have time to take pictures and take a rest. Then we will hike up 30 minutes more to get to the archaeological site of Perolniyoc that are in the upper part of the valley. After exploring and receiving information of the ruins from your guide, we continue for another 30 minutes to the lunch spot, known as Rayan-Niyoc (3.600m / 11,811ft.). After lunch, we will keep ascending for an hour towards the first camp.
Day 2:: Rayanniyoc – Inti Punku – Choquetacarpo
We will wake up very early and have breakfast before a challenging trek. This second day is, the most difficult day but at the same time a rewarding day.
The first 3 hours is uphill to the top of the first pass, known as Puccaqasa (4,370m / 14,337ft.). Where we will have an impressive view of undulating valleys below, after hiking 1 hour more we will arrive at the place of lunch, stopping to rest and catch our breath.
After a nutritious lunch, we will continue our hike for 2 hours until reaching the highest point of the trek: known as Kuychicassa (4450m / 14599ft) with breathtaking views of the valley below.
Subsequently, we continue descending for another 2 hours a site the Incas called Inti Punku (Sun Gate), with imposing views over the valley below and the Veronica Mountain raising over the horizon. Our campsite is Choquetacarpo (3600m / 11811ft). We set up our tent and overnight there.
Day 3:: Choquetacarpo – Cachicata Inca Quarry – Aguas Calientes
After a delicious breakfast, we continue on our way towards the quarry of Cachicata (3,820m / 12,532ft.). Where we can witness the work of the Incas. It was the quarry used by the Incas for the construction of Ollantaytambo, including several large buildings, quarry stones left half-finished and abandoned throughout the site, chullpas (burial houses) and a cave with Inca mummies still in place. After exploring this site, we will continue descending for 3 hours to the small village of Ollantaytambo, the end point of this challenging and fascinating hike.
In the afternoon, we ride by train to Aguas Calientes where we will spend the night in a hotel. Enjoy a well-deserved rest tonight in the village of Machu Picchu and be prepare for visiting Machu Picchu Inca site “The Lost City of the Incas”.
Day 4:: Explore Machu Picchu – Cusco
Waking up early, and with bursting with excitement on your final surreal day, we will catch the first bus to Machu Picchu Inca site, entering the site as it opens. The tour guide will guide you around 2.5 hours, during which you’ll learn about the Incas and the history of Machu Picchu. After guiding tour you will have a free time for yourself to explore one of the New 7 Wonder of the World and UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site.
If you wish to indulge in a few of the following activities on your own, you have to book in advance:
- Climb up Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain to appreciate the beauty and magnificence of Machu Picchu from the views above ” $25 each additional cost”.
- You will be given some time to walk to the Sun Gate (Inti Punku). (Free of cost).
After visiting the Machu Picchu ruins, you will descend to Aguas Calientes, have a leisurely lunch on your own, and later on board the train for the return trip to Cusco stopping at the Ollantaytambo train station, where you will take our private van back to Cusco, our service will end at your hotel.
- Original passport.
- Original and valid International Student Card (ISIC), if booked as a student
- A good-quality (and small) daypack. Maximum allowed in Machu Picchu is 25 liters, but the smaller the better.
- Hiking boots (waterproof). Sneakers are acceptable but expect to get wet
- Long-sleeved shirts to prevent sunburn.
- Hiking pants.
- Hiking socks.
- At least one bottle of water. Additional bottles of water can be purchase on the way there.
- Hat and sunglasses to protect you from the sun.
- Rainwear or poncho for the rainy season (December to April). Please note that it can still rain during the dry season.
- Fleece.
- Camera with extra batteries.
- Extra money for drinks and tips, souvenirs. We recommend having both soles, in addition to your home currency.
- Sunblock.
- Optional: Personal medical kit. Disinfectant, aspirin, stomach tablets, medicine to avoid altitude sickness, etc.
- Optional: Bathing suit for hot springs in Aguas Calientes.
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Aditional Option SACRED VALLEY TOUR MACHU PICCHU
Several additional options are available for purchase, at the request of the hiker(s). Please make sure to prearrange these options at the time of booking, as most of them require special permits and/or tickets.
UPGRADE TO THE VISTADOME
We include the Expeditions (Tourist) train for all our tours. It leaves from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo. Then we transfer from Ollantaytambo to Cusco to your hotel. The Vistadome train is upgraded with an additional cost of $ 75 USD per person. The Vistadome train offers slightly larger seats, windows, and even some entertainment. The Vistadome train is booked for 4:43 pm. and it travels from Aguas Calientes to Poroy, a train station closer to Cusco. After we transfer from Poroy to Cusco.
HUAYNA PICCHU MOUNTAIN
If you would like to climb the Huayna Picchu Mountain that stands next to Machu Picchu. This is an additional cost of $35 USD per person. It is a 45 minutes hike to the summit. This hike is done on your own. Your guide will direct you the entrance, where you will begin to hike. This is an additional entrance ticket that we have to book in advance in order to secure the entrance ticket.
MACHU PICCHU MOUNTAIN
If you would like to climb the Machu Picchu Mountain that stands above the Machu Picchu ruins. This is an additional cost of $ 35 USD per person. And it offers the most outstanding panoramic views that Huayna Picchu. But it takes an hour and a half or 2 hours to get to the summit. This is an additional entrance ticket that we have to book in advance, in order to make sure entrance fee.
EXTRA DAY AT MACHU PICCHU
If you would like to visit Machu Picchu ruins again the next day, this time on your own. We can organize for you. You will be in charge of your own expenses during this extra day in Aguas Calientes, including accommodations.
Extra night in Aguas Calientes after the trek, this can easily be arranged.
We will purchase your train ticket to return to Ollantaytambo o Poroy the following day. (Let us know at the booking time).
Entrance ticket to Machu Picchu. This is an additional cost of $ 55 USD per person.
The round trip bus ticket Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu. This is an Additional cost of $25 USD per person.
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gillywalkerVerified Best - Efra was amazing! We loved the trek. Efra was so amazing and patient and knowledgeable. He was fun, funny, supportive, uplifting and someone you totally want to spend the whole day with. An experience you will never forget - he was so lovely!!!!!!!!!We went at our own pace and the trek was fantastic with stunning views! Goutam SVerified Trip to rainbow mountain this was a very difficult trip to rainbow Mountain. However, our guide Erfa made it possible for us. He was kind, supportive, encouraging, helping us with a local medicine to cope up with the altitude sickness. He always helped as maintaining a positive attitude and was friendly. he listened to our concern. He was watching our physical condition very very carefully! Even for the experience climber, this can be challenging at times considering the 18,000 feet above the sea level. Drivers of our car was also very experienced. We rode horses during part of our climbing. Overall, the individuals who help us with the horses , were excellent human being and very kind. Isabel LVerified Fabulous tour in the Sacred Valley Don’t hesitate to book with Peru Spirit, my mum and I had an amazing personalised day tour to the sacred valley, visiting Pisac and the Pisac markets, Ollantaytambo and Moray. Our guide Efra was knowledgeable, friendly and attentive and made sure to go at our own pace. Our driver Roger was very nice and a great and safe driver. The vehicle was very comfortable, clean and in good condition. Our tour was 10/10. Joyce LVerified Sacred Valley Such an unforgettable trip to the Sacred Valley. Tour guide Anthony and driver both were doing great job in leading, I’ve had deep knowledge about this lovely country. Anh CVerified Amazing! We did the one day private tour from Ollantaytambo to Cusco stopping by Moray, Maras, Pisac, and an add on stop to a llama/alpaca farm. Anthony was our guide who was amazing! Very informative and knowledgeable about the area. The tour would not be the same without him. The van itself was spacious and comfortable for the four of us. We are very glad we decided to go with this company. MaMaRiDeVerified An amazing experience!!! We contacted Peru Spirit Adventure for a private tour to visit Cuzco and the surrounding area. We planned with them a four days tour to visit the Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, and the Rainbow Mountains. We appreciated the expertise of the guide who took us to visit the places at the best times to avoid crowds of tourists. He pointed us to the scenic spots to take pictures or shop. Our only concern was to enjoy the beauty of those places without thinking about tickets, reservations, etc. This was especially appreciated at Machu Picchu where without a guide one cannot appreciate the history of the place. Special thanks to Anthony and the drivers who accompanied us on these magnificent days. We were absolutely satisfied and fulfilled by the highly professional service and highly recommend it. A 5 stars service !!! Mauro and Marco Raving NomadsVerified Highly recommend for trips around Cusco! We (3 women) spent 6 days with Adolfo, our guide and Marco our driver seeing incredible sights in Cusco and around. We visited Machu Pichu, Rainbow Mountain, Sacsaywaman, Pisaq, Moray, maras, Cusco and alpaca farms with them and also did a wonderful train ride from Olyantatumbo to Aguas Calientes. It was a busy trip but we felt incredibly thankful for having Adolfo on our side at all times, catering to all our needs patiently including vegetarian/ vegan food and a LOT of shopping! He was knowledgeable about the area, history and what was where! Overall a great trip and I would highly recommend them for any tours around Cusco and Peru! Swetha RVerified Memorable cousin trip with knowledgable guide I recently had an incredible experience with Peru Spirit Adventure. Adolfo, our guide, was knowledgeable and friendly, making the journey both educational and enjoyable. Marco, our driver, was reliable and made sure we traveled safely and comfortably. They were both very patient with our interests and shopping, allowing us to explore at our own pace. The entire trip was well-organized, and the itinerary covered all the must-see spots without feeling rushed. I highly recommend them for anyone looking to explore Peru! Gundurao RVerified Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Cusco & Rainbow Mountain We enjoyed every bit of Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Cusco & Rainbow Mountain - 6D/5N tour, Efrain and his team provided a great service. I really appreciate Efrain coming, talking and introducing tour guide to us, which gave lot of comfort to us. Our guide Claudio Cesar was great, his knowledge and service was extraordinary. He helped in every bit of our tour. Over all Efrain and team provided us the excellent service. Lisa SVerified Absolute Best Customized Tour We had an absolutely fabulous time with Anthony and Peru Spirit Adventures. We booked a 4 day personal tour with a day of rest in between day 2 and 3. Unfortunately at the last minute 1 member of our party was unable to attend. Anthony and Peru Spirit Travel were wonderful in making some necessary changes to our schedule. Anthony’s insight and knowledge of the Inkas and Andean Culture Is astounding. We learned so much from him that we found ourselves wanting to learn more once the tour was over. We are already discussing another trip back to see all the things we did not have time for this trip.His love for this area is apparent in his teaching, each place we visited we learned so much, yet Anthony also let us explore on our own. it was perfect balance for us.Anthony had everything running like clockwork( except for the delayed train). Everything ran seamlessly, even with all the last minute changes that we requested.Anthony was a fantastic tour guide and I would recommend him to EVERYONE who wants a truly memorable adventure in the Cusco Region.We will return for another tour, and we will be requesting Anthony.





