Inca Trail 3-Day Hike
Inca Trail 3-Day Hike
Day 1: Riobamba - Tres Cruces
At 8 am, we'll pick you up from your hotel in Riobamba and set off for our first stop on the Inca Trail. This 3,728-mile (6,000-kilometre) route stretches across Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Peru and Ecuador.
Our hike will begin in Achupallas, a small village located at an altitude of 10,826 feet (3,300 metres) where you'll have a picnic lunch. Afterwards, we'll spend 4 hours hiking through green meadows until we reach an altitude of 12,959 feet (3,950 metres). We'll set up our campsite here and have a tasty dinner in the area around Tres Cruces.
Day 2: Achupallas - Patococha
Rise and shine! We'll begin our day with a tasty breakfast before setting off on a 7-hour hike to the Cuchilla de Tres Cruces. This arid area sits at an altitude of 13,123 feet (4,000 metres). From here, you'll admire fantastic views of the Sansahuín Lagoon. You'll also be given a bag of food that you can enjoy at your leisure.
Next, we'll go down to the Culebrillas Lagoon, which is home to an ancient legend of the Cañari people. We'll then explore the archaeological site of Paredones de Molleturo and see the remains of three Inca temples as we discover their relationship with nature.
After visiting this site, we'll continue walking until we come to the Patococha Lagoon. We'll set up camp here, have dinner and then go to sleep under the stars.
Day 3: Patococha - Ingapirca - Riobamba
Good morning! We'll wake up and have a tasty breakfast and then spend 4 hours walking along the Inca Trail to the ruins of Ingapirca, the largest Inca remains in all of Ecuador.
When we get there, we'll stand before the Temple of Sun and discover the history of the Inca invasion of the Cañari people and how this is reflected in the constructions. After this tour, we'll enjoy a traditional lunch and then travel to Riobamba. Our arrival at your hotel is scheduled for 5 pm.
Accommodation
This tour includes 2 nights' accommodation in tents with room for 3 people, as well as a sleeping bag.
More Information
Duration
3 days.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and Spanish.
Included
Hotel pickup and drop off
Transport by minibus
English–speaking guide
2 night's accommodation in a tent
Sleeping bag
2 breakfasts, 2 food bags, 2 dinners and 1 lunch
Rubber boots
Mules to carry your luggage
A raincoat
Entry to Ingapirca
Mineral water
When to book?
You can book up until 7 days before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
- Has a carbon footprint offset policy.
Provider
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Chimborazo Tours
Corporate name: CHIMBORAZO TOURS OPERADOR A DE TURISMO CTUR CIA LTDA
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 2 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
