Cusco city has an altitude of 3400m/ 11000ft above sea level. So it is important that you have a healthy respect for the altitude. For people traveling from sea-level to our region, is our suggestion to spend at least 2 or 3 days in Cusco. Before to go on any multi-day hike as the Ancascocha trek to Machu Picchu . This period of time will allow travelers to get some acclimatization to the high altitude. Also gives you the chance to explore the surrounding places of Cusco. Visiting some of the wonderful Inca ruins as Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Puca pucara and Tambomachay. As well as taking a great day tour to the Sacred Valley of the Incas to visit the biggest souvenir market of Pisac. The stunning town with Inca foundation and beautiful ruins at Ollantaytambo. You can also take a day tour to Moray, Salt mines and Chinchero.
As you prepare for a lifetime hiking experience as: Ancascocha trek. You can also take the Huchuy Qosqo day hike, Moray & Salt mine day hike or any other day treks we offer around Cusco. Which will help you with your acclimatization process to the altitude. Before to go on the alternative or Inca Trail treks.
The Ancascocha treks go in the high altitude. But not necessarily you need to be an expert hiker. Because you can take the plan B or just ride a horse for the difficult parts of the hike. It is very important to have a meeting with the guide a day before you go on the trek. But also to see the plans on how to manage the altitude problem you should talk to your travel agent.
The 5 day Ancascocha to Machu Picchu is the one that allows you a slow hiking and enjoy fantastic scenery of this amazing trail in the Peruvian Andes