The Highlights Of The Classic Inca Trail
Saturday, December 28, 2013
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The Classic Inca Trail begins at ‘Km82’ – literally 82km along the railway between Cusco and Aguas Caliente. It is an amazing hike through the Peruvian mountains, combining historical, cultural and natural wonders. It is considered by many to be one of the top five treks in the world. Read on to find out about the highlights you can expect on the walk on this incredible four day journey to the ‘Lost City of the Incas’.
Mountain scenery
Unsurprisingly given the title, one of the first things you will notice is the sudden steep ascent. The path quickly leaves the railroad, crosses the Vilcanota River and snakes up past green fields, alpacas and rocky outcrops into the mountains. Altitude can make this part of the hike more difficult and at least two days acclimatisation in Cusco is recommended as on day two you must cross the highest pass of the trail – ‘Dead Woman’s Pass’, 4,200 metres above sea level. If the sky is clear the rewards from your climb are evident – a stunning panorama of snowy mountains, steep trails and the valley far beneath you.