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Explore the Inca Trail (Rucksack Reader) (Spiral-bound)

by Jacquetta Megarry (Author), Roy Davies (Author)
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  • Spiral-bound: 64 pages
  • Publisher: Rucksack Readers; Spiral edition (31 Jan 2002)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 1898481121
  • ISBN-13: 978-1898481126
  • Product Dimensions: 22.2 x 14.8 x 0.7 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 539,688 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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This guide contains everything you need to plan and enjoy hiking a choice of three Inca Trails to Machu Picchu in Peru. Step-by-step sections cover the Classic trail (4-5 days), the longer, more strenuous trek from Mollepata (6-7 days) and the Shortest option (2 days). The book includes: drop-down map showing all three trails (three panels); detailed site plan of Machu Picchu ruins (two panels); detailed description of Machu Picchu, with side-trips and photographs; background on Inca culture and stonework, Andean wildlife and modern Peru; advice on planning and preparation, including a packing checklist; medical advice on how to prevent and manage altitude symptoms; phrasebook in Spanish, Quechua and English; in full colour, with over 75 photographs.


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* Drop-down flap with map of all three trails and a detailed site plan of Machu Picchu.

* Over 75 colour photographs illustrating the trails, wildlife and Inca ruins.

* Advice on planning and preparation, including fitness training and packing checklist.

* Medical advice on how to prevent and manage symptoms of altitude sickness.

* Background information on Inca culture, the ruins and modern Peru.

* Information about the Andean wildlife to be seen along the trail.

* Reference information and vocabulary in Spanish, Quechua and English.

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44 of 47 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A superbly practical guide for walkers, 9 Jan 2002
This guide is clearly produced by walkers for walkers and contains all the information you need for a successful trip to this fabulous destination. Don't be fooled by the slimness of the volume at just 64 pages - the book is packed with more detail than any other Inca Trail guide (even those weighty tomes of 250+ pages - just what you don't need to lug up to Machu Picchu!)

There are sections covering everything from what sort of preparation you need to do (physical and other!), what you need to take, what to look for in a tour operator, through to the environment you'll be experiencing and a day-by-day guide to the trails themselves (the book covers the 3 most popular routes on the Trail).

The author's style is ideal for a trail guide - concise, readable, informative and entertaining. The maps are clear, cleverly packaged and totally useable. A wonderful array of photographs completes the package - without them this would still have been a must-have for those thinking of travelling the Inca Trail, with them it definitely gets the 5 stars.

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25 of 27 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A fantastic guide, 9 Jan 2003
The Rucksack reader team come up with the goods again. This guide to the Inca trail is full of useful information on preparing for the trip, what routes to take, what else to do in the area and relevant websites to check before you go. All aspects of the Inca Trail are covered from physical preparation to what to expect on a day to day basis. The maps covering the day walk, medium and long treks are particularly useful and will be essential whilst on the trek. The best place to start when investigating the Inca Trail!!
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7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Explore the Inca Trail , 9 Oct 2007
By Tami Brady "Whole Health Therapist" (Calgary, Canada) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Explore the Inca Trail (Rucksack Readers) (Spiral-bound)
Explore the Inca Trail is a guide detailing two interconnected long distance walking trails (the Mollepata Trail and the Classic Trail) leading to Machu Picchu. This guide is set out so that walkers may join these trails at various stops along the usual train route. This aspect of the book enables participants to walk the trail and still adhere to their time and ability requirements.

The Inca Civilization was an advanced civilization that thrived in what is now modern Peru until it was conquered by the Spaniards in the late 1500s. This amazing civilization was responsible for some of the most amazing sculptures, textiles, metalwork, and architecture that the world has ever seen.

Machu Picchu is the remnants of a breathtaking Inca site hidden in the Andean Mountains. This former royal estate contains over 200 residences, shops, and temples and probably housed between 750 and 1250 people. These buildings feature unique trapezoidal windows and earthquake proof stone building foundations.

The Mollepata Trail leads from Mollepata to Wayllabamba following the existing Inca trail. This trail features three access points along the main road to Wayllabamba. If this trail is completed as a whole, the journey takes the walker three days. Highlights along this trail include gorgeous mountain views and ample wildlife.

The Classic Trails leads from Chilca through Wayllabamba to Machu Picchu. Those participants that walk the Mollepata Trail will connect with the Classic Trail at Wayllabamba. The Classic Trial contains three access points along the train route. This journey takes the walker three or four days depending upon his or her access point. The Classic Trial features many archaeological sites including the Sayaqmarka ruins, the Runkuraqay ruins, the Winaywayna ruins, and the remnants of Machi Picchu.

For those wanting a short walk, there is a Short Trail leading from Chachabamba to Machu Picchu. This journey takes about 4-6 hours to traverse.

Explore the Inca Trail outlines not only the background of Inca and the various stops along the various parts of the walking trails (including full color maps) but also details various long walking and high altitude hiking fundamentals. These details include what types of equipment the participant should bring to complete the walk and how long the various sections of the journey will take. There are also helpful tips especially for novices about daily mileage, feet, weight, and the right gear.
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