Overview

Short Inca Trail by Ancascocha Trek 3-Day Summary

CUSCO, PERU, SOUTH AMERICA – LATAM “Latin America”

The hike starts in Socma, belonging to the Ancascocha trails; Along the way, we explore the beautiful waterfall and Inca ruins of Socma on horseback, and on foot, for an outdoor experience in the Andes, then we visit the temple of Ñaupa Iglesia and the ruins of Ollantaytambo. From km 104 of the railway, we walk the Inca Trail trails to reach Machu Picchu’s viewpoint through the Inca ruins of Inti Punku.

Trip Summary Short Inca Trail by Ancascocha Trek 3 Day

• Day 1: Cusco – Ancascocha Trek – Ollantaytambo Overnight
• Day 2: Ollantaytambo – Join the inimitable Inca Trail – Aguas Calientes  
• Day 3: Machu Picchu Guide Tour | Return to Cuzco by train and by road

Short Inca Trail by Ancascocha Trek 3 Day Highlights

• Experience National Park of Machu Picchu!
• Wonderful experience by the waterfall and ruins of Socma
• Explore the Inca Trail from Ancascocha to Ollantaytambo
• Discover Machu Picchu from the Sun Gate of Inti Punku

Why You´ll love the Short Inca Trail by Ancascocha Trek 3 Day

This active excursion covers excellent distances every day. Rely on hiking for up to six hours! But not every day is on tour. The pace is sometimes a little challenging, especially on the second and third days of the Inca Trail trek to Machu Picchu, for customers who choose to do the optional Huayna Picchu trek.

Participants must be physically healthy to compete in the Short Inca Trail by Ancascocha Trek 3 Day. Further training does recommend before departure. You will encounter uneven surfaces, stairs, steep steps, rocky and unpaved terrain, and marked slopes. If you climb the Inca Trail from Machu Picchu, you cannot turn back and must complete the trek until you reach the town of Aguas Calientes. When visiting Machu Picchu, remember that canes are not allowed; hiking poles are permitted on the Inca Trail as long as they have rubber tips. Also, selfie sticks are prohibited, and only folding umbrellas are allowed.

Cusco is 3,500 meters – 11,000 feet above sea level, which may be a consideration for those with heart problems or those affected by altitude. We recommend our explorers consult their doctor before signing up for this adventure. Final routes and activities might change due to weather conditions, etc. We recommend purchasing personal travel insurance to cover accidents or events.

Short Inca Trail by Ancascocha Trek 3-Day Itinerary

This section shows the detailed program developed daily with the hiking specifications. We hike through Ancascocha, going to the Socma waterfalls and the ruins of the same name; the views of the Pomatales valley are beautiful, with walks in the open air. In the afternoon, we walk to the Naupa temple to visit the Inca fountain and portal, the next day, we walk to Machu Picchu, seeing the Inca constructions nestled in the mountains of Wiñaywayna and Inti Punku.

BRIEFING Short Inca Trail by Ancascocha Trek 3 Day

Please note that you will need to attend the pre-hike briefing at 6:00 p.m. the day before the first day of the hike. We organize the informative talk at the hotel reception where the travelers are staying.

We recommend arriving at least a day before your excursion to acclimate to the altitude before your hiking adventure. Spending a full day in Cuzco (3,249 m/10,659 ft) relaxing and drinking plenty of water is usually enough to acclimate most people.