Upon arrival is recommended to rest for few hours, drink coca tea and eat lightly. As a reference Machu Picchu is located at 2400 meters (8 000 feet above sea level)
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THE NEW ENTRANCE REGULATIONS TO MACHU PICCHU The current restrictions on visits to Machu Picchu allow a maximum stay of 4 hours in the citadel accompanied by a guide during the first entry. If the visitor tours an alternate route (Mountain Machu Picchu or Huayna Picchu) the passenger will have 3 hours to for this purpose, additional to the 4 hours in the citadel. If the passenger wishes to enter the citadel again during the afternoon shift or the next day, he must acquire previously an additional ticket to enter in the new shift. For a re-entry, a guide is optional. Passengers must bring the previous entrance ticket and the new entrance ticket. There is no ticket sale in the archaeological zone. It is forbidden the follow objects: professional cameras that require lights and tripods, or with telephoto lenses with a weigh higher than 2 kilos (in order to use them, special authorization is needed, as well as the payment of an additional fee), drones, selfie sticks, sprays, high heels, walking sticks without rubber tip, banners and posters, sharp objects and backpacks bigger than 40cm x 35 cm x 20 cm.
INSTRUCTIONS Carry the same document that you presented to the agency, given that the train tickets and entrance to Machu Picchu will be issued with the same information In all train services to Machu Picchu, the passenger can carry only hand luggage (backpack, bag or briefcase) weighing no more than 5kg / 11lb on the train to / from Machu Picchu. You will find your luggage at the chosen hotel. Allowed size: 62 linear inches 157cm (height + length + width) Passengers will only be admitted to the Inca Trail with the document they submitted to purchase this tour when they booked it. No other document will be accepted, even if renewed or superseded (The previously informed document must be showed in this case).
NEW PLASTIC REGULATION: After the prohibition of the access of single use plastic items to 76 natural areas including Machu Picchu, it is important to use reusable bottles. Lima Tours installs a water refill point in our office in Aguas Calientes.
PACKING LIST: - Valid and original Passport - Mid weight fleece wool sweater - Fleece pants or tights - Mid weight thermal underwear tops and bottom - Synthetic or wool hiking pants - Hiking shorts - Polar jacket - Long-sleeve shirts, t-shirts, underwear - Buff or bandana - Casual socks, hiking socks (preferably wool), liner socks - Swim suit * Varies according to itinerary - Clothing accessories: cap, fleece hat, gloves - Footwear: sturdy hiking boots, waterproof, lightweight, broken-in, aggressive tread, camp shoes such as tennis shoes, crocs or other comfortable footwear to use in our campsites - Travel accessories: bottle of water or camelback, flash light, watch with alarm or travel clock, sunglasses and retainer strap, sun block and lip balm, toiletry kit, small washcloth, personal first-aid kit, hand sanitizer gel, insect repellent and several Ziploc plastic bags - Chocolates and candies - Camera - Money (currency: Peruvian sol) for drinks, tips and souvenirs - Daily Backpack for your personal belongings with waterproof cover in case of rain Aside from the clothes for trekking, if your itinerary includes Aguas Calientes you should bring casual clothes for dinner and for visiting Machu Picchu the next day.
What do I need to bring? Weather in the region is extremely variable and we suggest you to pack for a variety of conditions. In addition, our trek passes through various bio-zones ranging from high altitude alpine conditions to high jungle. During a sunny day you can expect temperatures of about 18–27°C (65–80°F), however, on the pass the weather is very unpredictable and temperatures can drop to 0°C (30°F) during the day (but you won’t spend a lot of time up there). At nights, temperatures vary from 05 - 10º C to 0°C or below. We provide you a Sleeping bag that can support -28 °C (-18 F), and a bottle of hot water for your convenience. Expect a mixture of terrain from the highlands to the cloud forest. Most of the road is rocky, passing through steep parts and downs, surrounded by stunning natural landscapes. If you are prone to altitude sickness, please see a doctor to get a prescription for altitude pills before you go.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers