Wiñaywayna DAY 3 INCA TRAIL

Day 3 of the Inca Trail:
Today we cross two more passes and more ruins along the way. The first pass is at 3998m (13,113ft) where, on a clear day, you can
catch a glimpse of the snow-capped Cordillera Vilcabamba. You’ll hike through cloud forest on the gentle climb to the second pass of
the day where you walk through original Incan constructions. The highest point of this pass is 3700m (12,136ft). On a clear day,
enjoy the views of the Urubamba Valley. At 3650m (11,972ft) you’ll reach the ruins of Phuyupatamarca, the ‘Town Above the
Clouds’. We either camp here or an hour and half further along, near the Wiñay Wayna ruins (Forever Young).
Paqaymayo to Wiñaywayna
Approximate distance: 16km/10mi
Estimated hiking time: 8 hrsRead more