The two-day Inca Trail is a short yet captivating hike that begins at Km 104 and ends at Machu Picchu. Hikers traverse a mix of cloud forest and ancient Inca ruins, experiencing breathtaking views of the Andes. The trek culminates with a magnificent sunrise over the iconic Lost City of the Incas.
We will pick you up from your hotel between 3:45 – 4:00 a.m. and transfer you to the Ollantaytambo train station. We will board the train at approximately 6:10 a.m. and continue our journey for about 1 hour and 30 minutes until Km 104. This is the official control point where we will need to show our ORIGINAL identification and entrance tickets. Then, we will begin the famous Inca Trail at the archaeological site of Chachabamba. We will hike uphill for about three hours to reach the archaeological site of Wiñayhuayna at an altitude of 2,750 meters (8,694 feet). After this beautiful place, we will have a break for lunch. We will continue our hike towards the famous “Intipunku” (Sun Gate). From there, we will have a breathtaking view of the majestic Inca city of Machu Picchu. After taking memorable photos, we will take the bus to “Aguas Calientes” (Machu Picchu town), where we will spend the night. Meals: (Lunch / Dinner).
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After breakfast at the hotel, we will take the first bus to the Inca city of Machu Picchu. Upon presenting our tickets at the Machu Picchu control point, we will begin our guided tour of the archaeological site for approximately 2 hours. After a memorable experience at Machu Picchu, we will return to Aguas Calientes to take our train back to Ollantaytambo. From there, our transportation will be waiting to take us back to the city of Cusco. Meals: (Breakfast).
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Price Includes
Hotel transfer to the train station and back.
Train ticket: Ollantaytambo – Km 104 / Machu Picchu – Ollantaytambo.
Bus ticket from Machu Picchu (Descent).
Bus ticket to Machu Picchu (Ascent/Descent).
Entrance ticket to the Inca Trail-Machu Picchu.
1 night accommodation.
First aid kit, oxygen.
Professional guide.
Meals: 1 breakfast, 1 lunch, 1 dinner.
24/7 assistance.
Price Excludes
First breakfast and lunch on the second day.
Entrance to the thermal baths in the town of Aguas Calientes.
Tips.
What you need to take
Original Passport
ISIC card (if you are a student and want to qualify for the discount)
Walking boots
Waterproof jacket / rain poncho
Warm jacket
Hat and gloves
T-shirts
Comfortable Trousers
Sun hat
Sun cream (factor 35 or higher)
Insect repellant
Toiletries and hand sanitiser
Personal medication
Camera and film
Torch with spare batteries
Extra money for souvenirs, drinks, tips
