Short Inca Trail Tour to Machu Picchu

Itinerary

First Day Cusco – Kilometer 104 – Aguas Calientes

Our adventure begins at 6: AM, we will pick you up at your respective hotel and then go to the Poroy station or the Ollaytantambo town station, upon arrival we will board the train that will take us to our starting point KM104( Chachabamba).

From Chachabamba we will begin our walk of approximately 2 hours and a half until we reach Wiñaywayba, a fascinating Inca spiritual site.

We will continue with the walk until we reach Intipunku “Puerta del Sol” where we will enjoy the beautiful sunset and the majestic panoramic view of Machu Picchu, from here we will walk approximately 45 minutes to reach Machu Picchu where we will take a bus that will take us to the town from Aguas Calientes, where we will settle in the previously reserved hotel and spend the night.

Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Lunch and dinner.

Second Day Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Cusco

On this second day is where the magic begins, we will get up at 3:30 AM to take the first bus that will take us to Machu Picchu and observe the sunrise and dawn. Prepare the camera or film machine because it will be an experience unforgettable !!.

The guided tour lasts approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes, where our guide will begin to tell you about the history and architecture of the city of the Incas “Machu Picchu”. After the guided tour, our guide will say goodbye to the group and they will have free time to visit Machu Picchu on your own or climb Huaynapicchu (if you have a reserved entrance). Finally, we will return to the town of Aguas Calientes where you will take the train back to the Ollaytantambo terminal where our staff will be waiting for you to return to Cusco.

Accommodation: Does not include
Meals: Breakfast

Extras
Entrance ticket for the thermal baths of Aguas Calientes $3 dollars per person.
Ticket for Huayna Picchu Mountain $25 dollars per person
Ticket for Machu Picchu Mountain $25 dollars per person

What to know before buying

The tour includes	Pick up from the Hotel in Cusco (according to the train departure time). Transfer to the Poroy or Ollatytantambo station.< br>Ollaytantambo train ticket to Km 104. Professional English – Spanish guide. Entrance ticket to the Inca Trail and Machu Picchu 1 night hotel in Aguas Hot. 1 lunch (box lunch), 1 dinner and 1 breakfast. Train ticket back to Ollaytantambo Transfer from Ollaytantambo to Cusco
The tour does not Includes	Breakfast on the first day and lunch on the second day Tipping Visit to the thermal baths of Aguas Calientes (op 5USD) Services not mentioned in the tour.
Recommendations for the trek	➤ Original Passport (with expiration date not less than 7 months). ➤ ISIC or student card if applicable. ➤ Mountain boots. ➤ Trekking poles (can be rented at the agency). ➤ Flashlight with batteries. ➤ Sunscreen. ➤ Mosquito repellent. ➤ Sunglasses with UV protection. ➤ Sun hat or cap. ➤ Personal medicine kit . ➤ Personal hygiene kit. ➤ Extra money to treat yourself or buy souvenirs in the town of Aguas Calientes.

Frequently asked questions about the short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu 2 days

Who could not do the Inca Trail?

Due to the height and several hours of walking, the tour is not recommended for people with reduced mobility, pregnant women, small children, and older adults.

Can I do the Inca Trail on my own?

No, you need to hire an expert guide who knows the place and has an unforgettable visit :).

While in Machu Picchu, can I climb the mountain of Huyna Picchu?

Yes, if I book in advance, otherwise I can buy your ticket that costs 65USD.

Does the Inca Trail tour to Machu Picchu have a private tour?

Yes, for more personalized attention, enter the following link that I will leave below click here!

What season is ideal to do the Inca Trail Tour?

We recommend doing the tour in the months of May, June or July since in the mentioned months we will have pleasant weather with little chance of rain.

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