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llactapata Trek to Machu Picchu 3 Days
- Lucmabamba - Llactapata - Machu Picchu
(185)
Star -Cusco
End - Cusco
DURATION
3 Days - 2 Nigth
LANGUAGES
English/Espanish
DIFFICULTY
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Starting from
$ 320
per person
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Tour Details
Come with Machu Picchu Holiday Tours. We invite you to explore the Llactapata Trek to Machu Picchu. This 3-day adventure will take you through multitude inca sites and beautiful landscapes. Hike this trail to Machu Picchu and discover Llactapata.
Our tour starts early, ensuring we cover significant ground each day. Despite some hiking parts, most of the trip has transportation by car. Each step brings us closer to the lost city. We’ll traverse part of the Salkantay trek.
Prepare for a unique adventure that culminates in the city of the Incas. Visit the Peruvian jungle and discover its archeological sites. Enjoy the Cocalmayo thermal baths in Santa Teresa.
Machu Picchu Holiday Tours guarantees an experience like no other. We follow guidelines set by the Peruvian government to preserve these historical sites. Along the Llactapata Trek, you’ll connect with nature and history.
Inclusions
✅ Professional bilingual tour guide
✅ Entrance fees to Machu Picchu and Llactapata
✅ Transportation to Santa Teresa
✅ Return transportation by train and bus to Cusco
✅ One night accommodation in campsites/tents
✅ One night accommodation in a hotel
✅ Sleeping mats
✅ Meals (2 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners)
✅ First aid kit and emergency oxygen bottle
✅ Cooking equipment and dining tent
✅ Water refill on the trekking part
Exclusions
❌ Breakfast on the first day
❌ Sleeping bags
❌ Personal trekking gear (rain gear, hiking boots, etc.)
❌ Travel insurance
❌ Tips for guides and support staff
❌ Additional snacks or beverages
❌ Entrance fees to hot springs
❌ Personal porter for extra personal items
❌ Any meals in Machu Picchu town (Aguas Calientes)
❌ Bus from Machu Picchu ruins back to Machu Picchu town
❌ Train upgrade options
Things to carry
🟡 Backpack with rain cover
🟡 Water bottle or hydration reservoir
🟡 High-energy snacks (nuts, energy bars)
🟡 Lightweight, warm clothing layers
🟡 Waterproof jacket and pants
🟡 Sturdy hiking boots with good grip
🟡 Hat and gloves for cold mornings
🟡 Sun hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen
🟡 Insect repellent
🟡 Personal first aid kit (with blister plasters)
🟡 Headlamp or flashlight with extra batteries
🟡 Personal hygiene items (biodegradable soap)
🟡 Camera or smartphone with waterproof case
🟡 Walking sticks (optional but recommended)
🟡 Small towel and swimsuit (for hot springs, if visiting)
🟡 Passport and cash in local currency
🟡 Reusable plastic bag for wet clothes
🟡 Lightweight sleeping bag (if not provided by the tour operator)
Tour Itinerary
Day 1 Cusco - Lucmabamba
Machu Picchu Holiday Tours will start the Llactapata Trek with a pickup from Cusco.
Our first destination is the Town of Santa Teresa. Santa Teresa is a small town 6 hours away from Cusco by car.
After lunch, relax in the hot springs of Cocalmayo (Santa Teresa). After this we will continue.
The Llactapata trek takes place in the last stretch of the Salkantay trek to Machu Picchu. The final destination of the day is Lucmabamba’s campsite.
- Altitude: Starts at 3,400 m, ends at 2,000 m
- Distance covered: 215 km/ 133.6 miles by car
- Main places visited: Cusco, Abra de Málaga, Santa Teresa, Lucmabamba
Day 2 Llactapata to Aguas Calientes
After breakfast, we will take the hike to Llactapata. From Llactapata you can observe Machu Picchu mountain. You experience multiple archaeological sites. The hike will take 3 hours.
The descent from Llactapata to Hydroelectric Station takes a couple of hours. Lunch will be enjoyed in the Station. Then we will walk for 3 more hours before reaching Aguas Calientes to rest for the night at a hotel.
- Altitude: Starts at 2,000m, ends at 2,100m
- Distance covered: 14 km/ 8.7 miles hiking
- Main places visited: Llactapata, Hydroelectric Station, Aguas Calientes.
Day 3 Machu Picchu - Cusco
The final day begins early. After breakfast in Aguas Calientes. Visitors finally trek to Machu Picchu. You will visit the citadel with a guided tour, after which you will have some time to explore solo.
Eventually the Journey reached the end. So we will go back to Aguas Calientes.The journey concludes with a train ride back to Ollantaytambo, and them Cusco.
- Altitude: Starts at 2,100m, Machu Picchu at 2,430m
- Distance covered: 5 km/ 3.1 miles
- Main places visited: Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu
Note on the Itinerary
Although we do our very best to adhere to the schedule listed above, this itinerary is subject to change for numerous reasons beyond our control. Reasons which may include incidents in the location where the trip will be operated, strikes, political disputes, entry or border difficulties, extreme bad weather, flight cancellations, and other unpredictable or unforeseeable circumstances which are beyond the reasonable control of MACHU PICCHU HOLIDAY and that MACHU PICCHU HOLIDAY is not liable for such changes or amendments. On some occasions, these conditions may demand us to deviate from our original schedule, in which case we will provide the best available alternative options. And we’ll make a great experience of it! However, some extra expenses may be incurred, these extra expenditures will be covered by the client in their totality and not by MACHU PICCHU HOLIDAY.
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FAQ's
What is the Llactapata Trek?
The Llactapata Trek is a 3-day mixed trek to Machu Picchu. Some parts of it are done by car. There are entire hiking days. It passes through beautiful landscapes and Inca ruins.
How difficult is the trek?
The trek is moderate. It includes uphill climbs and a long walking day. Good physical condition is necessary.
Are meals provided?
Yes, all meals except breakfast on the first day and a lunch in Aguas Calientes. You will enjoy local cuisine prepared by our chefs.
Do I need a sleeping bag?
Yes, you need a sleeping bag. You can rent one from us if you don’t have it.
Is there a guide with us?
Yes, a professional bilingual guide will accompany you. They are knowledgeable about the trail and Inca history.
How high do we go?
The highest point is around 2,750 meters above sea level. We take precautions to help you adjust to the altitude
Are entrance fees included?
Yes, all entrance fees to Machu Picchu and other sites along the trek are part of your package.
What about transport?
Transportation to the start of the trek (Lucmabamba) and back to Cusco is included. This includes the train from Machu Picchu. We ensure your transportation back to cusco.
