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Peru. Huayna Picchu.

2013 Nov. Huayna Picchu. Aguas Calientes.

After 4 days of trekking and camping without proper toilet and bathroom, being able to take a shower in the hotel finally in Aguas Calientes was such a welcomed luxury. Never felt so clean and refreshed, after being marinated in sweat and rain, infused with local wild herbs and sun-baked for 4 days. We had a happy celebration lunch with our wonderful guides and the bunch of awesome people who made the Inca Trail trek so fun and memorable.

celebration lunch — Time to celebrate, after taking a precious shower and feeling clean once again after 4 days

Edgar & Jessica, our awesome guides for the Inca Trail Trek

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Peru. Inca Trail.

2013 Nov. Inca Trail Trek (4 Days) to Machu Picchu.

Inca Trail is one of the most well known sacred pilgrimages around the world. This 4-day trek through the Urubamba Valley towards the citadel of Machu Picchu is definitely an unique once-in-a-lifetime experience. I was really blessed to have awesome local guides and wonderful hiking companions, which made the trek so fun and memorable.

Day 1

Inca Trail starts at Piscacucho/KM82 where we began our hike to Wayllabamba.

Day 1 – Hike distance: 7.5 miles (12km)
Minimum altitude: 8,860ft (2,700m)
Maximum altitude: 9,840ft (3,000m)
Approximate time: 5 to 6 hrs
Gradient: Moderate