Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu

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Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu

By InPeruca Expeditions

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2d
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Multiple languages

Overview

Get ready for an unforgettable adventure to Machu Picchu with our expertly guided hike! Your journey begins with a scenic train ride along the Urubamba River, leading you through lush cloud forests and ancient Inca ruins. Explore the breathtaking site of Wiñaywayna and reach the Sun Gate (Intipunku) for your first awe-inspiring view of Machu Picchu—arriving when most crowds have left for a unique, peaceful experience.

Enjoy a delicious box lunch to keep your energy high as you immerse yourself in the beauty and history of this sacred trail. Afterwards, relax in Aguas Calientes with a well-deserved dinner and a comfortable 3-star hotel stay.

This is more than just a hike—it's a once-in-a-lifetime adventure that connects you to the heart of the Inca Empire. Book now and be part of an extraordinary experience!

Activity location

Inca Trail
- Machu Picchu, Peru

Meeting/Redemption Point

Inca Trail
- Machu Picchu, Peru

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Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu

2d
English

Pickup included

Travellers

Languages available

Starting time

Price details

AU$1,007.14 x 1 AdultAU$1,007.14

Total

What's included, what's not

Professional Tour Guide in English, Spanish, Portuguese
1 night 3-star hotel in Aguas Calientes
Train to Km 104 (Expedition or Voyager)
Return on the Expedition or Voyager Train
Bus from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes (Day 1)
Lunch
All transport during the tour
Dinner
Breakfast
Hotel pickup and drop off
Entry tickets to the Inca Trail and Machu Picchu
Safety briefing the day before the tour
Round trip bus to Machu Picchu (Day 2)
Tips, Travel Insurance (advisable)

Know before you book

Not recommended for pregnant travellers
Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Cusco - Km 104 - Machu Picchu

4 stops
Meals: lunch, snacks
Accommodation: 3 star hotel

Inca Trail

7h
Admission ticket included

We start very early from Cusco, with transport taking us to Ollantaytambo, where we have free time for breakfast at the station before boarding the tourist train to Km 104. Our journey begins with a visit to the Inca checkpoint at Chachabamba (2170 masl / 7119 ft). From here, we ascend to the stunning archaeological site of Wiñaywayna (2650 masl / 8692 ft), our resting point where we’ll enjoy a scheduled box lunch. Afterwards, we continue to Intipunku, the Sun Gate (2745 masl / 9005 ft), for a panoramic view of the majestic Machu Picchu citadel (2430 masl / 7972 ft). We then descend along a scenic path to the main checkpoint, where a tourist bus awaits to take us to Aguas Calientes (2040 masl / 6692 ft). Here, we’ll head to our selected comfortable hotel for a well-deserved rest.

Chachabamba

20m
Admission ticket included

Location: Chachabamba is nestled in Peru's Andean region, situated along the route to Machu Picchu, at an altitude of around 2,250 metres above sea level. Historical Importance: Although smaller than Machu Picchu or Wiñaywayna, Chachabamba holds significant historical and archaeological value. This site was a place of worship, dedicated to Inca deities, with rituals likely focused on agriculture and fertility, making it an essential piece of Inca spiritual and cultural heritage.

Winay Wayna

40m
Admission ticket included

Wiñaywayna: Wiñaywayna is an archaeological site found along the Inca Trail leading to Machu Picchu in Peru. The name "Wiñaywayna" means "Forever Young" in Quechua, the native language of the region. Location: Situated in Peru's Andean region, Wiñaywayna lies on the trail to Machu Picchu at an altitude of about 2,650 metres above sea level.

Machu Picchu

Inti Punku: Translating to "Gate of the Sun" in Quechua, Inti Punku is an archaeological site located near Aguas Calientes in the Cusco region of Peru. Access: Visitors on the Inca Trail pass through Inti Punku before reaching Machu Picchu, making it one of the most memorable highlights of the hike. Positioned as the traditional gateway to the Machu Picchu sanctuary, this site offers an incredible, panoramic view of the iconic Inca citadel and its surrounding landscapes, adding both historical significance and stunning scenery to the journey.

Day 2: Explore Machu Picchu - Return to Cusco

1 stop
Meals: breakfast
Accommodation: Not included

Machu Picchu

On your second day, after an early breakfast at your hotel, you will take one of the first buses to Machu Picchu to see the sunrise over the citadel. Your guide will take you on a full 2 to 3 hour tour of the most important sections of Machu Picchu, including its temples, plazas and terraces, while explaining the rich history and cultural significance of this iconic site. After the guided tour, you will have free time to explore more on your own or take an optional hike to Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain to get an additional perspective of the area (tickets for these hikes must be booked well in advance). Once you have fully immersed yourself in the wonder of Machu Picchu, you will descend by bus back to Aguas Calientes for lunch. In the afternoon, you will board a scenic train back to Ollantaytambo, where a vehicle will be waiting to take you back to your hotel in Cusco. You can expect to arrive in Cusco around 7:30 p.m.

Location

Activity location

Inca Trail
- Machu Picchu, Peru

Meeting/Redemption Point

Inca Trail
- Machu Picchu, Peru

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