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T H E S A L K A N T A Y T R E K T O M A C H U P I C C H U

WELCOME Your story begins with a dream of visiting Machu Picchu. The dream comes alive during a once-in-a-lifetime experience: The ultimate lodge-to-lodge trek along the Salkantay Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. This is an exploration of a sacred haven of the Incas as much as a physical, cultural and spiritual journey of transformation. The pristine natural beauty that envelops you throughout the 7 days of the trip, takes you through 15 unique ecosystems, and will inspire you to challenge yourself, as you navigate changing altitudes (even a 4,572 m/15,000 ft mountain traverse!) and varied terrain. Along the route you encounter picturesque hamlets populated by Andean families, who maintain centuries-old traditions, while you simultaneously witness environmental and social initiatives created to maintain the integrity of their culture and improve the quality of life. Our warm staff and enchanting lodges welcome you at the end of each day. Our innovative Andean cuisine and mountain-luxury amenities help to restore both body and mind as you continue your adventure, following in the footsteps of the Incas. This is your journey, a chance to create your own amazing story. Welcome to The Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu! www.mountainlodgesofperu.com 2

Mt. Salkantay DAY 1 CUSCO ON THE WAY TO SORAYPAMPA After an early breakfast, your Mountain Lodges of Peru (MLP) guide and driver will pick you up at your hotel in Cusco. The first stop will be a visit to the Inca ruins of Tarawasi near the town of Limatambo. Next you will stop in the mountain village of Mollepata for a short break before ascending a winding mountain road to a site called Marcoccasa. Here you will begin our hike to Soraypampa along a picturesque path called the Camino Real (Royal Path), which is also a good opportunity to acclimate to the higher altitude. As you round the final turn of the Camino Real, the Salkantay Lodge will come into view. Standing like a sentry behind the lodge is the glacier peak of Mt. Salkantay, among the most sacred in Inca mythology and the highest in the region (6,270 m/20,600 ft). After a warm welcome from the Soraypampa staff, you will settle in your room and recharge energy before meeting your guide in the lounge for refreshments and a briefing of the next day s activities. Salkantay Lodge Note: You will officially meet your guide at a briefing the night before day one of the trek. At this meeting you are encouraged to ask any questions you may still have as well as make additional requests. Trekking Time: Approximately 6 hours (including picnic lunch en route). Hiking Level: Moderate. Optional: Guests who do not wish to trek may be transported to the lodge by vehicle. Overnight: Salkantay Lodge at 3,869 m/12,690 ft. DAY 2 SORAYPAMPA HIKE TO LAKE HUMANTAY Day two presents another opportunity to gauge your altitude-acclimatization with a half-day hike to Lake Humantay. After breakfast, you begin an ascent up the slopes that border the plateau behind the Salkantay Lodge. An hour and a half later, after making your way over the final hill, you will be stunned to see the turquoise water of the lake, made even more spectacular by the sight of the Humantay glacier looming behind it. Here you will have a chance to relax, enjoy a snack, meditate in the tranquility of this magical spot, admire a traditional offering to Mother Earth or immerse into an overwhelming kayak ride in the Lake Humantay, getting an up-close experience of the majestic glacier. After your descent back to the lodge, the staff will be waiting with a hot lunch.the second half of your day is spent at leisure. You may opt to soak in our outdoor jacuzzi, indulge in a relaxing massage or even take a long nap. Lake Humantay Note: While the morning hike to Lake Humantay is optional, we strongly recommend your participation in preparation for the strenuous hike on day three. Trekking Time: Approximately 4 hours. Hiking Level: Moderate to challenging. Optional Activity Available: Horseback riding (at additional cost) Overnight: Salkantay Lodge at 3,869 m/12,690 ft. www.mountainlodgesofperu.com 3

DAY 3 SORAYPAMPA CROSSING THE SALKANTAY PASS Day three is the longest and most strenuous day, but arguably the most magical day of the trek. After an early start, you hike up the Rio Blanco valley, circling Humantay Peak. As you gradually make your way up these mountain trails, you will encounter expansive plateaus dotted with boulders of varying sizes, the remnants of a valley that was once bisected by a fast-flowing river. The final and most challenging part of your ascent is conquering the mountain switchbacks that take you to the Salkantay Pass, the highest point on the trek (4,636 m/15,213 ft). What follows is a dramatic descent through fields of giant boulders, often shrouded in fog. After a very welcome hot picnic lunch, you will continue down through bucolic rolling hills and marsh-like plateaus as you take your final steps to the Wayra Lodge at Wayraccmachay. The most remote of our lodges, Wayra sits on a promontory that offers a spectacular view of the other side of Mt. Humantay, a reminder of how far you have journeyed that day. Trekking Time: 6 8 hours (including lunch). Hiking Level: Challenging, crossing a 4,638m (15,213 ft) mountain pass. Overnight: Wayra Lodge at 3,906 m/12,812 ft. Mt. Salkantay DAY 4 WAYRACCMACHAY DESCENDING INTO THE CLOUD FOREST After a leisurely breakfast at the Wayra Lodge, you continue the descent along the banks of the Salkantay River through increasingly verdant scenery. The warm air begins to rise from the edge of the jungle, accompanied by colorful butterflies and striking orchids. Today you will see more of the local people as the trail takes you past their simple homes and makeshift fences. At lunchtime you will arrive at Colpa Lodge by an amazing zip-line, located on a high promontory at the confluence of three rivers. You are greeted by the staff with a Pachamanca lunch, a traditional Peruvian meal cooked in the earth by hot stones that create a natural underground oven. After lunch, spend the afternoon lounging in the sun or relaxing in the outdoor jacuzzi while you take in the panoramic views of the lush green mountains that surround you. Colpa Lodge Trekking Time: 3 4 hours. Hiking Level: Easy to moderate. Optional Activity Available: Afternoon bike from Manchayhuaycco to Collpapampa. You will descend through a beautiful valley in which you will admire the diverse cloud forest vegetation through the slopes of the valley. Duration: 3hrs approximately / Level: Easy. This activity has an additional cost. Overnight: Colpa Lodge at 2,870 m/9,414 ft. DAY 5 COLLPAPAMPA FOLLOWING THE SANTA TERESA RIVER VALLEY Today you will hike in the Santa Teresa River valley where you will hop over small streams fed by waterfalls descending from the glaciers and cross through fruit orchards. After breaking for a hot picnic lunch by the river, you will walk for one hour before we meet an MLP vehicle for a short drive to the beginning of the Llactapata Inca Trail that leads us to Lucma Lodge. On the way you will visit an organic coffee plantation, one of many in that area that produces some of the best organic coffee in the world. You will also begin to notice another shift in the climate. Here in Lucmabamba, the hot air and increased humidity signal that you are even closer to the edge of the Amazon Jungle. Trekking Time: 5 6 hours (including lunch). Lucmabamba Hiking Level: Moderate to challenging (because of distance, not terrain). Optional Activities: Zip Line: Located in Santa Teresa. This is a full day activity which replaces the trek. It has an additional cost. / Biking: Option a) Yanama pass Hornopampa Lluskamayo. You will head downhill almost 8,000 ft. through a dirt road admiring breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains. Duration: 5 hrs. Level: Easy to moderate. Option b) Descent from Hornopampa to Lluskamayo. Duration: 3.5 hrs. Level: Easy Overnight: Lucma Lodge at 2,135 m/7,003 ft. www.mountainlodgesofperu.com 4

DAY 6 LUCMABAMBA EXPLORING LLACTAPATA PASS During a 2-3 hour climb up a path mostly comprised of original Inca steps, you will get a sense of what hiking through the rainforest would be like. A lush treeline creates green canopies overhead and the constant sound of rushing water suggests that the river is still nearby. Your first milestone today will be the top of the peak, the last one before you reach the Aobamaba River valley that connects you to Machu Picchu. When you arrive at the ruins of Llactapata at the Llactapata Pass (2,736 m/8,974 ft), you will be delighted to see a southeast view of the back of the Machu Picchu ruins, a sight few travelers ever get a chance to admire. At this point you will also take a short break to explore Llactapata, and then have lunch a bit farther down the trail in a meadow with panoramic views. The final descent toward the roaring Aobamba River takes you through lush bamboo forests, as well as more fruit orchards and coffee plantations, until you end the day s hike at the Hidroelectrica train station. A one-hour scenic train ride delivers you to your final stop, the town of Aguas Calientes at the base of Machu Picchu. Lucmabamba Trekking Time: 4 6 hours. Hiking Level: Moderate to challenging. Overnight: Hotel in Aguas Calientes at 1,900 m/6,232 ft. Note: Peru Rail is the train company used for the The Salkantay Trek. If a special train service is required, please advise your Travel Specialist. DAY 7 MACHU PICCHU THE SANCTUARY At dawn, you begin your journey to Machu Picchu with a short and rollicking uphill bus ride. As you enter the Sanctuary (as locals refer to it), the morning sun rises over the iconic Sun Gate and washes the structures and terraces with resplendent light. Prepare to be awed by the imposing and skillful architecture of the Watchtower, the Temple of the Sun, and the royal Inca residences, among many others. Take a moment to quietly sit and listen to the wind or to meditate and absorb the mystical energy that envelops you. Your imagination will soar as you contemplate the history of Machu Picchu and its mysterious origins. Some may even choose a hike to Huayna Picchu, the iconic towering mountain often seen in photographs, for dramatic views that stretch from the Urubamba River valley to the edge of the Amazon Jungle. After the visit you will have lunch in Aguas Calientes before your train/transfer back to Cusco. As night falls and you arrive at your hotel amidst and hustle and bustle of Cusco, you will be touched by a feeling of peace and rejuvenation which will linger even as you journey back home. Machu Picchu Note: Huayna Picchu Mountain tickets are subject to availability. Peru Rail is the train company used for the The Salkantay Trek. If a special train service is required, please advise your Travel Specialist. LODGE-TO-LODGE EQUESTRIAN ADVENTURE The lodge-to-lodge equestrian adventure is a five-day ride amidst snowcapped Andean peaks, through verdant cloud forests and along pristine creeks, all the while enjoying our mountain luxury lodges and friendly staff. Day six is a hiking day, as horses cannot travel over the newly restored Llactapacta Trail. The trips are led by expert riding guides and the horses provided are American quarter horses raised in Uruguay. All saddles, tack and riding helmets are imported from the U.S. We generally recommend this adventure for intermediate and experienced riders, but beginners with some experience are also welcome. Equestrian-only departures are available throughout the year from March to December. Other available dates are mixed-group departures that are shared by trekkers and riders, each group having separate trip leaders. Please check our website for additional information. www.mountainlodgesofperu.com 5

The Lodges Our mountain lodges have brought together traditional Inca building techniques and sensitivity to the surrounding environment with all the comforts of home. At the end of each day, you will enjoy hot showers, fine gourmet meals, select wines, goose-down bedding, massages, outdoor jacuzzis and highly personalized service from our local staff. Additional Services Our travelers recognize us for something unique, and it s not for building lodges on a remote mountain trail, but for the experience, service and magic we have created. As a consequence of our success with The Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu, the market values us as a boutique operation, highly focused on customer service, always striving for excellence, and fused with a significant attention to detail. Our motivation is to design superb travel experiences and create wondrous memories for our guests - on some occasions - even life-changing ones! Cusco Enjoy exploring the vibrant city of Cusco and its surroundings, which offer many great cultural and historical attractions, along with a variety of fine dining, traditional shows, and bargain shopping. Spending time in Cusco is the perfect starting point to acclimatize and gain initial perspective on local history and culture. Where to stay in Cusco: El Mercado MLP welcomes you to the elegant El Mercado, a boutique property located a stone s throw from the Plaza de Armas, the main square of Cusco. Formerly part of the city s old farmer s market, El Mercado s 32 rooms and quaint atmosphere guarantee personal and friendly service, providing an immersion into the cultural and historical traits of Cusco and Peru. For more information visit: www.elmercadocusco.com El Mercado www.mountainlodgesofperu.com 6

Lima Historically referred to as the City of Kings, Lima still holds its essence as a historic and bustling capital one needs to visit. Spend some time at the Plaza Mayor, and experience the change of guard at the Presidential Palace, or maybe the tour of the catacombs of San Francisco Convent. Take in the sunset while you stroll on the boardwalk in the Miraflores district, heading towards the historical Barranco district, filled with artisan boutiques and local flavor. If you were wondering about what and where to eat, Lima is now considered the gastronomical capital of South America, so great cuisine, from street vendors to fine dining, can be found in every corner. Extension Packages Do you feel like exploring more of Peru? Maybe explore the colorful island communities of Lake Titicaca (the highest navigable lake in the world), or adventure into the rich wilderness of the Peruvian Amazon jungle, or visit Colca Canyon, with its incredible depths, Inca terraces, and soaring condors. There is plenty to do so please let us know if you would be interested in receiving any suggestions. Guides Our guides are among the best in Peru (some even having won international awards) and have on average at least 15 years of experience guiding in the mountains, not only in Peru, but around the world. Many of them are considered pioneers in this area, having scouted many of the current routes in the country. All MLP guides have excellent language skills, and are highly trained in managing group dynamics. All guides undergo continuous medical and rescue training, with a certification in Wilderness First Aid. You will appreciate their knowledge of history and cultural traditions, as well as their interpretation of local flora and fauna, and their great insights (and stories!) that go far beyond any guide or history book. Dalmiro Portillo Raúl Montes Lixayda Vasquez Fernando Silva www.mountainlodgesofperu.com 7

Spend an Extra Day in Machu Picchu Even though you have enough time to see the core of Machu Picchu Sanctuary during the regular guided tour, most of our guests realize that they would have liked to stay a little longer since there is so much to explore! Let us know at time of reservation if you would like to add this optional day. By spending an extra day at Machu Picchu, you will be able to: Make the best of your time visiting a World Heritage Site situated on a spectacular mountain ridge. Explore areas of the site that are less visited by most travelers, such as climbing Machu Picchu Mountain (special permit to be purchased in advance) or hiking to the Inca Bridge or the Sun Gate. Visit the town of Aguas Calientes and shop the local craft markets. Treat yourself to a relaxing end to your vacation and fuland hospitality of the unique Inkaterra Pueblo Hotel. PRICES: Cost of the one-day extension at Machu Picchu: US$ 395 per person based on shared accommodation. Single room rate: US$ 540. Extra bed: US$ 315. Note: Prices subject to change. INCLUDES: One additional night at the Inkaterra Pueblo Hotel with dinner on day 7, breakfast and lunch on day 8, bus tickets to/from the site, entrance tickets to the Sanctuary, and transfer back to Cusco from Ollantaytambo (train ticket is included in your program cost). This extension cost does not include a guided visit of the Sanctuary or a climbing permit for Machu Picchu mountain. Both can be provided at additional cost. Please inquire with your Travel Specialist for additional information. Machu Picchu Giving Back: Yanapana Peru In 2006 MLP sponsored the creation of Yanapana Peru, a not-for-profit Civil Association dedicated to social and environmental responsibility. Yanapana is committed to improving the quality of life through sustainable community development, in an effort to reduce extreme poverty in the Andean Highlands. Main activities of the association include donations for the enhancement of nutrition and infrastructure at a local public school, funding and training for local entrepreneurs, which include jam and honey, handmade textiles and organic coffee production. Other supportive efforts are directed towards child sponsorship programs, as well as medical prevention, detection and treatment programs. In our own journey through sustainability, we realized that it was necessary to take steps beyond what was traditionally being done in social inclusion, which is why in 2012, a joint-venture was born between the community of Huacahuasi and Mountain Lodges of Peru, naming it Kuska Purispa: Walking Together. We are convinced that sustainable tourism in the region should be built around a model that empowers local communities, making them active investors in local development projects for the long-term benefit of all. We are committed to work under this innovative business model and keep empowering and generating added value to local communities in Peru. www.mountainlodgesofperu.com 8

LEGEND Vehicle transportation Zip Line (Optional) Llactapata Inka Trail Lunch & rest area Train Archaeological site Point of interest Lodge Horse ranch Yanapana Perú NGO Social & Environmental Responsibility Train station CHOQUECHURCO 11975 ft / 3650 m CUSCO MARCOCASA 11001 ft / 3354 m MOLLEPATA Local Artisans Visit 9371 ft / 2857 m CORONILLA Horse Ranch 11021 ft / 3360 m N TARAWASI 8751 ft / 2668 m CUSCO 11021 ft / 3360 m LA CHAKANA 15091 ft / 4600 m SORAYPAMPA 12690 ft / 3869 m SORAY MANCHAYHUAYCCO School COLPA COLLPAPAMPA 9414 ft / 2870 m HUMANTAY LAKE 13845 ft / 4221 m WAYRACCMACHAY 12812 ft / 3906 m WAYRA ICHUPATA 13799 ft / 4207 m SALKANTAY PASS 15213 ft / 4638 m SALKANTAY PEAK 20574 ft / 6271 m CUSCO 11021 ft / 3360 m ORCHID FOREST LLUSCAMAYO 7938 ft / 2420 m ORGANIC COFFEE EXPERIENCE LUCMABAMBA 7003 ft / 2135 m ZIP LINE (Optional) 6562 ft / 2000 m LLACTAPATA 8974 ft / 2736 m LUCMA LA HIDROELECTRICA Train Station 5809 ft / 1771 m MACHU PICCHU 7872 ft / 2400 m AGUAS CALIENTES Town of Machu Picchu 6232 ft / 1900 m OLLANTAYTAMBO Train Station 9160 ft / 2792 m www.mountainlodgesofperu.com 9

DAY 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 LOCATION ALTITUDE CUSCO 11.021 3.360 VERTICAL VERTICAL DISTANCE DISTANCE FEET METERS FEET METERS FEET METERS MILES KM MILES KM Cusco Izcuchaca 11.008 3.356-13 -4 17 27 Bus: 35m Izcuchaca Huillque (Salkantay view pont) 12.120 3.695 1.112 339 17 27 Bus: 25m Huillque Tarawasi Archeological Site (Limatambo) 8.751 2.668-3.369-1.027 14 23 2.040 622 72 115 Limatambo Mollepata Town (coffee break) 9.371 2.857 990 302 13 21 Bus: 30m Mollepata Marcocasa (start of acclimatization trek) 11.001 3.354 1.630 497 6 9 Bus: 20m Marcocasa Challacancha 11.979 3.651 978 298 3 4 Trek: 3h Challacancha Soraypampa (Salkantay Lodge) 12.690 3.869 711 217 2 4 Trek: 2h TIMES TOTAL TIMES Bus: 2h 40m /Trek: 3h 30m or Trek: 6h Soraypampa Lake Humantay 13.845 4.221 1.155 352 2 3 Trek: 2h 30m 0 0 6 Trek: 4h 30m Lake Humantay Soraypampa 12.690 3.869-1.155-352 2 3 Trek: 2h Soraypampa Salkantay Pampa 13.625 4.154 935 285 2 3 Trek: 2h Salkantay Pampa Soyrococha 14.730 4.491 1.105 337 2 3 Trek: 1h 45m Soyrococha Salkantay Pass 15.213 4.638 482 147 121 37 1 1 8 13 Trek: 45m Trek: 7h Salkantay Pass Ichupata (lunch spot) 13.799 4.207-1.414-431 2 3 Trek: 1h 30m Ichupata Huayraccmachay (Wayra Lodge) 12.812 3.906-987 -301 2 3 Trek: 1h Huayraccmachay Rayampata (resting spot) 11.460 3.494-1.351-412 3 4 Trek: 1h 30m -3.398-1.036 6 9 Rayampata Collpapampa (Colpa Lodge) 9.414 2.870-2.047-624 3 5 Trek: 2h 30m Manchaywayco - Collpapampa (Colpa Lodge) 9.450 3.150-930 -310 Biking Activity (Optional) -930-310 4,5 7 5 7 Bike: 3h Colpa Lodge Wiñaypocco (resting spot) 8.246 2.514-1.168-356 5 9 Trek: 3h Wiñaypocco Lluscamayo (lunch spot) 7.938 2.420-308 -94 1 2 Trek: 30m Lluscamayo Loreta (vehicle pick-up) 7.104 2.166-833 -254-2.411-735 3 4 14 22 Trek: 1h 30m Loreta Llactapata Inca Trail 6.616 2.017-489 -149 4 6 Bus: 45m Llactapata Inca Trail Lucmabamba (Lucma Lodge) 7.003 2.135 387 118 1 1 Trek: 30m Biking Activity (Optional) Trek: 4h Bus: 45 m / Bike: 3hr Trek: 5h 30m /Bus: 45m a) Yanama Pass- Hornopampa 15.289 4.660-3.544-1.080 8,4 13 Bike: 1h 30m a) Honopampa - Collpapampa 11.745 3.580-5.709-740 -8.842-1.683 6,4 10 25 40 Bike: 1h 30m a) Collpapampa - Lluskamayo (lunch spot) 6.036 2.840 411 137 10,4 17 Bike: 1h b) Hornopampa - Lluskamayo 11.745 3.580-2.771-844 -2.771-844 16,8 27 17 27 Bike: 3h 30m Lucmabamba Llactapata (Machu Picchu view point) 8.974 2.736 1.971 601 3 5 Trek: 3h 15m Llactapata Pass Train Station 5.809 1.771-3.165-965 -771-235 4 7 13 22 Trek: 2h 30m Train Station Aguas Calientes 6.232 1.900 423 129 6 10 Train: 1h Bus: 45 m / Bike: 5 hr Bus: 45 m / Bike: 3 hr 30m Trek: 5h 45m /Train: 1h Aguas Calientes Machu Picchu 7.872 2.400 1.650 503 8 13 Bus: 25m N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A Aguas Calientes Cusco 11.021 3.360 3.149 960 63 101 Train/Bus: 3h www.mountainlodgesofperu.com 10

Wayraccmachay 2017 Rates & Inclusions LOW SEASON US$ 3,240 (March 1-31, November 1 - December 14) HIGH SEASON US$ 3,750 (April 1 - October 31, December 15-31) INCLUDED Accommodations. All meals (except breakfast on the first day and dinner on the last day). Transfer services. Guided tours during the whole trip. Entrance fees and permits to touristic and archeological sites. Tips for staff at the Lodges and staff in the field are included (except Guide tips, it is suggested US$ 5-10 per day). NOTES Rates per person, based on shared accommodations in a twin, double or triple room. 50% supplement for requested single room and 25% for single willing to share. Private services, additional services and specialty guides are available upon request at an additional cost. Standard languages are Spanish and English. For other languages please contact your Travel Specialist. Daily activities will be subject to factors such as weather and other events beyond our control. For season rates other than 2017, please inquire with your Travel Specialist. In order to make this trip, we kindly request that every guest presents valid proof of insurance coverage as a minimum for Medical Emergency Treatment and Evacuation. Make sure that the insurance policy includes Adventure Travel Activities or similar coverage. EXPORT SERVICES (DL NO. 919) Regarding the General Tax Sales (IGV), Peruvian law considers accommodation to non-resident guests as export service. In order to be exempted and as a requirement, all non-resident guests must present upon check in their original passport and Andean immigration card - provided at your arrival to the country and with no more than 60 days after the arrival date indicated at the Andean immigration card. www.mountainlodgesofperu.com 11

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