A Moonstone Trek for five days is a mesmerizing expedition that takes you through the breathtaking landscapes, rich flora and fauna, and hidden gems of the wilderness.

Overview

Moonstone Trek 5 Days Overview

• Day 01: Cusco, Quillarumiyoc, Molinuyoc, Wata and Chillipahua
• Day 02: Chillipahua-Accoccasa Pass-Chancachuco
• Day 03: Chancachuco-Wayrac Punku-Inca Quarry
• Day 04: Inca Quarry, Ollantaytambo and Aguas Calientes Hotel
• Day 05: Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu and Cusco

Highlights

• Enjoy stunning panoramic views of the breathtaking valleys of Patacancha and Urubamba.
• Explore the Inca Machu Picchu citadel with an overnight stay in Aguas Calientes.

Itinerary

ITINERARY

DAY 1

Cusco – Quillarumiyoc – Molinuyoc - Wata – Chillipahua

The expedition begins at 5:00 a.m. We head northwest to Cusco to reach Quilla Rumiyoc and explore the Temple of the Moon. The trek ascends from Molinuyoc to reach Wata and Chilipahua.

• Distance to hike: 10 km/ 6.2 miles
• Trek time: 7 hours.
• Difficulty: Moderate.
• Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Food

1L, 1D

Physical Level

2, Moderate

Walking Distance

9km (5 miles)

Hiking Time

7 Hrs.

Starting Altitude

Molinuyoc: 3,317m (10,879 ft)

Minimun Altitude

None

Highest Altitude

Chilli Pahua: 3,752m (12,306 ft)

DAY 2

Chillipahua – Accoccasa Pass – Chancachuco

Our second day of adventure involves ascending steep mountainsides, with some vistas surrounding the Andes Mountains. After lunch, we cross the Accoccasa Pass (4,625 m/15,170 ft.), viewing the Veronica Mount (5,882 m/19,096 ft.) and other glaciers and mountains.

• Distance to hike: 12 km (7.4 miles)
• Trek time: 9 hours
• Difficulty: difficult “long day.”
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner

Food

1B, 1L, 1D.

Physical Level

5, Challenging

Walking Distance

12km (7.4 miles)

Hiking Time

9 Hrs.

Starting Altitude

Chilli Pahua: 3,752m (12,306 ft)

Minimun Altitude

Chancachuco: 3,820m (12,532 ft)

Highest Altitude

Accoccasa Pass: 4,625m (15,170 ft)

DAY 3

Chancachuco – Wayrac Punku – Inca Quarry

We continue our expedition through a beautiful small canyon that leads to the Silque Valley.

• Distance to hike: 09 km/ 05 miles
• Trek time: 7 hours
• Difficulty: moderate “Moonstone Trek, Machu Picchu Trip.”
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner

Food

1B, 1BL, 1D.

Physical Level

4, Intense

Walking Distance

9km (5 miles)

Hiking Time

7 Hrs.

Starting Altitude

Chancachuco: 3,820m (12,532 ft)

Minimun Altitude

Choquetacarpo: 3,600m (11,811 ft)

Highest Altitude

Inti Pinku: 3,900m (12,795 ft)

DAY 4

Inca Quarry – Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes Hotel

The scenic views of Nevada Wakaywillka, the Sacred Valley, and the Andes mountain range are spectacular.

• Distance to hike: 09km/05 miles.
• Trek time: 4 hours
• Difficulty: Moderate to easy
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Food

1B, 1L.

Physical Level

2, Moderate

Walking Distance

9km (5 miles)

Hiking Time

4 Hrs

Starting Altitude

Choquetacarpo: 3,600m (11,811 ft)

Minimun Altitude

Ollantaytambo: 2,851m (9,353 ft)

Highest Altitude

None

DAY 5

Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu – Cusco

Today, our tour will visit Machu Picchu.

Food

Breakfast

Physical Level

1, Easy

Walking Distance

A light walk

Hiking Time

2-hour guided tour

Starting Altitude

Machu Picchu Pueblo: 2,065m (6,774 ft)

Minimun Altitude

Machu Picchu Ruins: 2,400m (7,874 ft)

Highest Altitude

Cusco: 3,350m (10,990 ft)

Inclusions

Moonstone Trek 5 Days  Inclusion:

• Professional guide in the English language
• Trekking services include the main camp cook and assistant cook.
• Mountain equipment (customer tents, dining tents, kitchen tents, foam mattress, tables, and seats)
• All meals are on the itinerary (04 breakfasts, 04 lunches, 03 dinners). Vegetarian people or vegans can have free meals on request at no extra cost!
• Vehicle to the trailhead.
• Tourist train in and out (Ollantaytambo-Aguas Calientes village)
• Entrance fee to Machu Picchu Park.
• Hotel 02 Star (El Presidente) in Aguas Calientes village on day four
• Two bus tickets (Aguas Calientes – Machupicchu – Aguas Calientes).
• Donkeys must carry camp gear and personal hiker equipment; the maximum weight per hiker is 07kg (15 lbs).
• Kondor Path Company will provide a duffel bag for your gear.
• Transfer service (Ollantaytambo to Cusco)
• First-aid kit and a bottle of oxygen.

Not Include:

• Water on Day 01, just half a day
• Breakfast on day 01, dinner on day 04, and lunch on day 05.
• Sleeping bag: $25.
• Single Tent: $75.
• Entrance ticket to Huayna Picchu is $75.
• Gratuities (porters, cooks, guides, staff).

Item Upgrade

TRAIN SERVICES

PERU TRAINS By PeruRail (Train upgrades)

Experience enhanced comfort with our three Vistadome train options on Peru Rail, each with its own price addition: per person

• $80.
  • Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchu: VISTADOME
  • Machu Picchu to Ollantaytambo: VISTADOME
• $95.
  • Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchu: VISTADOME
  • Machu Picchu to Ollantaytambo: VISTADOME Observatory
• $105.
  • Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchu: VISTADOME Observatory
  • Machu Picchu to Ollantaytambo: VISTADOME Observatory

+$498.00 Hiram Bingham train (Inbound Journey: Train MACHUPICCHU-POROY)

EXTRA TICKETS

+$75 Huayna Picchu
+$75 Montaña
+$60 RE-ENTRY TO MACHU PICCHU

Travel Guide

How long is the Moonstone Trek?

The Moonstone Trek is a 5-day trek covering a distance of approximately 40 kilometers (25 miles). It takes you through stunning landscapes and ancient Inca sites, culminating in a visit to Machu Picchu.

When can I book the Moonstone Trek 5 Day?

The Moonstone Trek can only be booked from April to November. The trail is closed during the rest of the year due to the rainy season and maintenance work in the area.

Are there any limitations on the number of people for the Moonstone Trek?

The 5-Day Moonstone Trek has no specific limitations on the number of people. However, the permits to Machu Picchu and Huaynapicchu, which are included in the tour, have a maximum of 400 people daily. It is recommended to book your trek at least 3 or 4 months in advance, especially for the high season from May to September, to secure the tickets to Huaynapicchu.

What are the highlights of the Moonstone Trek 5 Day?

The Moonstone Trek offers stunning panoramic views of the Patacancha and Urubamba valleys. It also includes an overnight stay in Aguas Calientes, allowing you to explore the magnificent Machu Picchu citadel.

What is the difficulty level of the 5-Day Moonstone Trek?

The Moonstone Trek ranges from moderate to complex. It involves hiking on varied terrain, including steep ascents and descents. The second day, in particular, is considered a challenging “long day.” Some hiking experience and a good level of fitness are recommended.

What is included in the 5-Day Moonstone Trek package?

The Moonstone Trek package includes a professional English-speaking guide, trekking services with a cook and assistant cook, mountain equipment, all meals during the trek, transportation to the trailhead, entrance fee to Machu Picchu Park, hotel accommodation in Aguas Calientes, bus tickets to Machu Picchu, donkey support for carrying equipment, duffel bag for gear, transfer service from Ollantaytambo to Cusco, first-aid kit, and oxygen. Note that some items, like water on Day 1 and certain meals, are not included.

What is not included in the 5-Day Moonstone Trek package?

The Moonstone Trek package does not include water on Day 1 (only half a day), breakfast on Day 1, dinner on Day 4, lunch on Day 5, a sleeping bag (available for an additional cost), a single tent option (available for an additional fee), entrance ticket to Huayna Picchu (available for an additional fee), and gratuities for porters, cooks, guides, and staff.

Is there a language requirement for the Moonstone Trek 5-Day guide?

The Moonstone Trek includes a professional guide who can communicate in English. This ensures you understand the information, history, and stories shared during the trek.

What should I pack for the Moonstone Trek 5 Day?

Some essential items to pack for the Moonstone Trek include comfortable hiking shoes, lightweight clothing layers, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, a rain jacket, a daypack, a refillable water bottle, snacks, a sleeping bag (if not renting), personal toiletries, and any necessary medications. Packaging warm clothing for cooler temperatures at higher altitudes is also recommended.

Moonstone Trek 5 Days to Machu Picchu does not have regulations, as the Inca Trail also has no limitation on the number of people. However, your tour includes permits to Machu Picchu and Huaynapicchu, which limit licenses per day, with a maximum of 400 people divided into two schedules. It recommends booking at least 3 or 4 months in advance to ensure the tickets to Huaynapicchu, especially for the high season (from May to September).

Moonstone 5 Days can only be booked from April to November, as the rest of the year is closed due to the rainy season and maintenance work in the area.

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2024-06-20
 
 
  
We used Kondor Path for 5 different tours.
My husband, 21 year old daughter and I used Kondor Path for several tours. First of all, every tour you book with them is private. Loved that! They went at our pace for every tour. If we wanted to skip something, add something, go slower or faster, they accommodated us. We did the alternate Ollyantaytambo tour, Super Sacred Valley tour, 1/2 day Cusco tour, Machu Picchu guide and a two day tour from Puno to Arequipa with a stop at the Colca Canyon. Our guides were Wilfredo, Odon and Andres and our drivers were Anibal and Raul. All 5 of these men were excellent. The drivers did such a good job and Anibal was excellent at helping me at some of the stops that involved climbing (I am a giant klutz!) All three of our guides were knowledgeable and taught us so much about the locations, Incas, and pre-Incas. I had a bit of an oxygen issue when we passed 16,000 feet and Andres was so good about helping me back to the car and Raul got us down in altitude quickly and safely. Our daughter had a massive nose bleed at MP and Odon helped her to get it stopped. If you find yourself in Peru, do yourself a favor and use Kondor Path!
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
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2024-05-13
 
 
  
Lares 1 day hike was amazing
I did the 1 day Lares Trek private tour with Kondor Path Tours and liked it a lot. They picked me up from my hostel and hours later we arrived at Lares Town to have some breakfast from locals which was really delicious. Later during the hike we met even more locals which gives you a feeling of how they are living. My guide explained everything so well and it was so interesting. As requested I got really good Vegetarian food. Thanks to my guide Alfredo Santacruz and the driver I felt comfortable during the whole trip. Thank you for this amazing experience!!
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
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2024-05-04
 
 
  
Great Short Inca Trail Experience
Just finished the short Inca Trail hike with Kondor Path tours. An excellent experience from beginning to end. Responded quickly, everything well organized, our guide Bonette was fabulous. Set the perfect pace for our family, knowledgeable, considerate. The trail itself is amazing- entering Machu Picchu through the sun gate at the end. Spectacular scenery.
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Allyx T 
 
2024-04-27
 
 
  
Amazing trip thanks to Fredi!
Our tour was fantastic. We did the 2 day Salkantay trek, spent the first day hiking the Salkantay trail and got to take a horse part of the way. The lunch was great and everything was thought through ahead of time by our guide, Fredi. Fredi was truly the highlight of our trip! An amazing guide and so fun to spend time with- we learned a ton from him, felt safe, and had a blast. I would definitely book with Kondor Tours again for a chance to spend time with Fredi on another adventure. Some of the most beautiful views I’ve ever seen- truly and unforgettable adventure
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Lucas B 
 
2024-04-24
 
 
  
Excelente private tours
We did a two day tour from Cusco to Machu Picchu with the salt mines and it was all perfect. Our guide Alfredo was extremely helpful and I couldn’t rate him any higher. Perfect English, knew all the shortcuts, helped us with everything we need.
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
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2024-02-17
 
 
  
Must do tour
We did the trip to Machu Picchu with them and the horse ride up to rainbow mountain… we never do tours because we don’t like to spend money unnecessarily… this was so worth it it’s a private tour and the logistics of the train the ride there the bus the entrance and all the times to just fit in is hard to schedule also the time of departure to go back … it was so worth it.. the guides are amazing and you learn way more about their culture and they speak great English.. you learn so much on just the rides… also they bring oxygen and the roads are pretty rough so unlike the trouble of scheduling and getting up so early and the rough roads and altitude sickness you just lay down and sleep on the trip instead of a bunch of people on a bus jsut the ride alone is worth it … this is a no brainer to do ….and once again I never spend money on excursions or tours they also are first to book the tours so you get the much sought after circuit 2
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Ani T 
 
2023-12-21
 
 
  
Wonderul site, great tour operator and excellent guide
We had an evening flight so wanted to do something during the first half of the day, really glad we picked this half-day tour of the Sillustani ruins. The tour agent (Kondor Path Tours) was very flexible about our pickup time and dropoff options, so that really helped. We were able to arrange a later pickup in the morning that included all our luggage and then they dropped us off at the Juliaca airport after the tour. But the Sillustani towers themselves are a real treat to see and learn about all their history. The site itself is very serene and beautiful, with the lake in the background from the main viewpoint. Our tour guide (Richy/Ricardo) was excellent and very helpful and knowledgeable. He gave us not only the ancient history of Sillustani and the adjoining areas, but also a more contemporary history of Peru and the Puno region I have to add that he went over and above by even helping us to check our bags in at JUL airport!
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 ladyshalyn 
 
2023-10-22
 
 
  
Maras and Moray + Pachamanca
Easily the best tour experience I had during my trip to Peru. I highly recommend Kondor Tours as the customer service is top-notch. James responded to my queries almost instantly each time and was very helpful. We were even treated to a can of cusquenia beer each when we visited the office! Our guide Alfredo was absolutely amazing and we were fortunate to have him as our guide for the tour. He is very passionate about his job and shared so much valuable information with us. He has a very candid character and we were very comfortable throughout! I highly recommend requesting for him as your guide (the best we had while touring Peru for 3 weeks). Also, I would say opting in for and additional traditional peruvian pachamanca meal experience must not be missed. The community people were very warm and gracious hosts and it is eye opening to witness the preparation of such a traditional feast normally done only for special occasions like weddings. We even had time for dancing! Two thumbs up for sure!
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Niels K 
 
2023-08-10
 
 
  
3-day Choquequirao Trek
We took a three-day private group trek to Choquequirao as a family of five. Kondor Path Tours organized a pick-up and drop-off in Urubamba instead of Cusco and did an extra stop at the Saywhite archeological site. Everything went very smoothly during the entire trip, meals and accommodation were as expected or better. The trek itself is quite demanding (particularly in three days), but the nature/ views/ Choquequirao/ dearth of tourists largely compensate. Anyway, we were looking for a physical challenge! Our guide Oron was great. Explaining, motivating, solving potential problems/ demands. We would definitely recommend Kondor Path Tours.
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Anja 
 
2023-08-05
 
 
  
Proffecional company and perfect guide
Kondor Path Tours are so proffecional and easy to work with. We went with them on the 2 days short Inca trail to Machu Picchu with our three children. The correspondence was great and everything was perfectly planned in every detail. Our guide Alfredo was so friendly, knowledgeable and pleasant to be around! Thank you Kondor Path Tours - we couldn’t have asked for more!!